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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1897
Page
8
In a fragment from a garden scene a veil of mystery surrounds a named figure. The text hints at a protective motive or plan but provides few concrete details, leaving the exact intention unclear and open to interpretation.
The poem contemplates how swiftly years pass and calls for living by God's commands. It contrasts the Old and New Year, urges devotion, and envisions angels singing and God's endless love in Christ as guiding themes for daily life.
Prominent young men Cliff Clay Jr and Simon Felder travel to Barnesville for Gordon Institute. Miss Jule Harris, guest of Miss Maggie Callaway, returns to Barnesville amid Macon admiration. Pike county begins new official terms with J W Means as ordinary and John H Milner in jail. both praised. Walter J Woodall ill in Columbus. recover soon hoped. Emmie Matthews of Barnesville visits Lucy Bloodworth and social crowd enjoys evening with Florie Elder.
Mr and Mrs C H Harper hosted a Thursday night event with games and music by several young ladies. Refreshments followed as Leap Year neared its close. Attendees included Mr and Mrs W H Mitchell Mr and Mrs G Q Akin Mr and Mrs G M Harrison Mr and Mrs P M Sullivan Misses Howell Matthews Ford Mangham Blassingame Messrs C B Bob Matthews Howell Redding Childs H L and S R Green.
Edmund L. Rogers, a leading Barnesville merchant and prominent citizen, plans to build a handsome new residence on Forsyth Street. He owns two homes now, one occupied by his father Dr. A Rogers, and will relocate existing houses to clear space atop the Forsyth hill for a standout, elegant dwelling. The community applauds the forthcoming improvements.
Pastor J. M. Britrain issues a cordial invitation for all citizens to attend church services on Sabbaths not used by the members. The invitation seeks intimate acquaintance, mutual blessing, and welcomes nonmembers to worship, with the church sharing in the invitation.
Mr V Marshburn a leading dry goods merchant begins the year with a contract for space in the Gazette He promises frequent important messages to the trading public and urges readers to visit his store for a large stock of goods and weekly advertisements
The birthday tea hosted by Miss Roberta Mitchell Friday evening entertained a small circle of friends. The event was elegant and delightful, and Miss Mitchell is described as a young lady of great worth and deserved popularity.
Prof M L Brittain of Atlanta won 1033.50 dollars in the Weekly Constitution missing word contest. The missing word in the sentence about a book or article was Kernel, and Brittain credited his college mentor at Emory for guiding his reading approach. He is son of Rev J M Brittain of Barnesville and Mrs Ida Callaway, and has two children.
Dr and Mrs J L Fogg hosted Mayor Huguley and city officials after the council approved buying Lick Skillet. The event, described as joyous, featured abundant food and hospitality. Attendees included the mayor, aldermen, clerk treasurer, city attorney, deputy marshal, dispenser, and several Mrs. and Mr. Cochrane and Berry relatives.
The Gazette reported Maj. J. T. Hunt was sent to Alexandria City Alabama by telegram due to his mother Mrs. L. M. Whatley’s serious illness. She died Sunday Dec 27 just before his arrival. Mrs. Whatley, once of Barnesville, was remembered by longtime residents.
Last Saturday near Forsyth John Hickman shot his wife in jealousy. Believing her dead he then fatally shot himself. Mr Hickman died Sunday and Mrs Hickman remained gravely ill at last report.
The annual stockholders meeting in Barnesville saw W. S. Witham of Atlanta reelected as president and a new cashier unnamed pending conference. Directors include Witham, J. F. Taylor, Edward Elder, J. L. Kennedy, C. O. Summers, W. W. Banks, and Mrs. R. J. Powell. An advisory board of local figures was created. Powell may move to another Witham bank post.
Cols. S. N. Woodward J. J. Rogers and other citizens attended county court in Zebulon Monday and Tuesday. Ed Hoffman has opened a jewelry shop in the Bank building offering estimates on watch and clock repairs. DeWitts Little Early Risers promoted as soothing strengthening and effective.
An advertisement extols One Minute Cough Cure as preventing dangers of lung troubles and extending life, urging prompt use to avert illnesses. The plea targets parents with claims of swift relief for coughs and respiratory issues.
Two story brick store house and lot fronting 31 feet on Main Street in Barnesville with rear 78 feet to an alley. Known as The Racket store and formerly owned by C. C. Holmes. Rents steady at a good rental. Also 200 acres of land within 1 4 mile of Barnesville corporate limits on a public road adjacent to the Atlanta Division of Central Rail road. Can be made a desirable suburban farm. For further particulars contact Howard M. Smith 314 Second St Macon Ga.
The Reeves Boys plan to occupy Mr. J. G. Smith’s store on February 1 and fix it up for their use. The merchants aim to have one of Georgia’s handsomest stores and expect trade to rise as it has since starting business. Their advertisements will appear weekly in the Gazette.
A survey of Russian language journals and city titles showing how Russian papers in St Petersburg Moscow and Warsaw carry unusual names. It notes The New Times The Weekly Scut The Russian Invalid The Viedomosti Gorodskoe Politsii and more while contrasting American readership.
American Cyclist argues the standard handle bar remains correct as most riders reach the top of the bar and rely on its leverage on rough surfaces. It cautions against supplementary or full-bar grip coverings that would affect appearance and cleanliness, noting grips are not always used.
The Rev. Charles H. Parkhurst, in The Ladies' Home Journal, argues marriage should rest on love not perquisites. He warns against unions treated as contracts or barters, likening them to commerce and noting such trends corrupt the spirit of marriage and the seventh commandment.
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