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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1898
Page
1
A 1898 New Year message from a shopkeeper thanks friends and customers for past patronage and states plans to continue at the same stand. He promises cash and credit sales, an entirely new stock, and aims to offer bargaining compared with competitors while inviting renewed trade and patronage.
Gordon Institute is to be heated by steam throughout the building, with machinery and pipes installed rapidly. A. B. Lee of Macon, supervising for S. G. Bush & Co., says steam may start next Saturday. The upgrade removes fire risk by eliminating stoves and accompanies a spring term start.
Mr and Mrs J C Middlebrooks celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary on December 22 with a family gathering at their country home. All children grandchildren and great grandchildren attended except son in law J A Littlejohn of Cordele. An elegant dinner followed with flowers a lit lamp and a heirloom finger bowl. Mr Middlebrooks 76 and wife 70.
Two students from Illinois arrive to enroll at Gordon Institute next Monday. They are the son and daughter of a prominent Illinois editor who, after researching the school’s merits, sent his children there. The editor believes the institute’s reputation will grow and attract pupils from almost every state.
On Monday Jim Reeves traded his newly built elegant Brown Avenue home for Uncle Morgan Howard's larger Zebulon Street house and valuable lot. The exchange leaves both sides satisfied with the deal and its value.
Mr. Edgar L. Rogers declares he will not close his store but instead continue vigorously. He sold stock down but will stock almost anew, claiming a larger assortment and better position than ever. The Gazette notes the New Year announcement and wishes him continued success.
Dr. W. A. Wright wins top prize after killing two Poland China hogs weighing 64 pounds and valued at 472 and 432 dollars. The fourteen month old pigs set a new record in the report, earning Wright unanimous recognition.
Dr. C. H. Purdue was hurt Tuesday morning when his bicycle hit a hole and threw him. He suffered a bruised face and wrists and is expected to recover in a few days despite some facial disfigurement.
A historic advertisement proclaims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a remedy for piles and burns. It touts rapid relief and healing, highlighting the product's soothing ingredients and topical application.
Mr IT W Cochrane returned Tuesday from McLonough where he visited his sister Mrs J Q Nolan who is very sick. He fears Mrs Nolan is not better though hopes of recovery are kept alive.
The piece titled New Year s Hymn offers a religious verse praising the dawn of 1898. It invokes the Holy Spirit and Christ, asks for blessing and steadfast faith, and notes a call to turn from evil and crown the year with love in Barnesville Georgia on January 1st 1898.
Tuesday T. W. Cochran received a car load of young mules and has since sold them rapidly. Barnesville now ranks among the best mule markets in the state with three large dealers, T. W. Cochran, Robert Mitchell, and J. L. Kennedy, ready to meet stock demand.
Rev. and Mrs. H. P. Myers and their family have moved to Marshallville where he will serve as pastor of the Methodist church for the year. Barnesville regrets parting with the family, who have lived there for several years and made many friends.
Small pill safe pill best pill. Cures biliousness constipation sick headache by Dr. W A Wincut.
The spring term at Gordon Institute begins next Monday January 16 with many pupils expected. Preparations are complete and the term is anticipated to be very successful.
Atma announces lasting cures for Rhevnatisam and Scrofgla illnesses. The announcement emphasizes sustained remission and long term health stability for affected individuals.
Mr W H Rogers came back Monday from Coleman Georgia where he stayed a few days with his father Dr W T Rogers family. He is assistant cashier at the New South Savings Bank and is highly regarded in Barnesville with many friends.
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