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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1896
Page
4
The piece notes Utah as a state, with Governor Morton as a Republican presidential candidate and a hopeful cotton crop impact on prosperity. It comments on Philadelphia and Pennsylvania manufacturing, Atlanta’s growth, Cuban prospects, and Eugene Field’s wealth, framing 1896 politics and economy.
The South saw fewer failures in 1895 versus 1894, while other sections of the country recorded increases. This pattern shows a geographic shift in failure rates across regions during the year.
Bill Arp argues there will be no war between the United States and England over Venezuela. He is identified as a philosopher. He notes Georgia farmers could gain by selling mules they currently possess, boosting state income by thousands yearly.
Georgia marks January 19 as a legal holiday honoring Gen Robert E Lee. Since the 19th falls on a Sunday this year, the holiday is observed on Monday the 20th.
The text hopes the current Republican Congress will not remove Congressman Black of the Tenth for Watson, asserting Black was fairly elected.
The Boston Herald suggests dedicating a single hour to Daniel Webster in the United States Senate, noting potential as a statesman candidate and implying he could play a helpful role in national affairs.
Banker W. S. Witham has organized a bank in Tifton becoming president of about the twentieth Georgia bank. Georgia is noted for its curiosities among states.
Report notes farmers have begun field prep and planting, with the community organized for the new season as people of all kinds hurry to work and improve crops and local livelihoods.
Mr. Remsen Crawford of the Constitution staff has been appointed press agent of the Plant system. He will inaugurate a vigorous advertising policy for the railroad company.
Hon W J Northen surprises the state by creating an immigration bureau and retiring as governor. He has located colonies and settled people across many counties and holds numerous large ventures poised to bring thousands of citizens to the state.
The article argues against increasing the cotton acreage for 1896. It contends brokers and manufacturers push for large crops for selfish reasons and warns a big cotton crop harms farmers’ finances and home provisions. It urges farmers to consider the guidance seriously and act wisely.
Maj J F Hanson a well known figure in this area is prominently mentioned as Georgia Republican candidate for governor The piece notes Hanson could lead a vigorous campaign and may become a cabinet possibility if a Republican wins the next presidency It forecasts a lively race against Gov Atkinson a Democratic contender and mentions uncertain populist prospects.
Secretary Carlisle advertises sealed proposals for bonds totaling 100000000 dollars to replenish the gold reserve and protect government credit. President Cleveland and Carlisle appealed to Congress without success. with prior remedies rejected, they pursue bonds as a temporary relief, hoping the public will eventually commend the move.
Judges of the Superior court throughout the state resign due to insufficient pay. Georgia faces a push to abolish the niggardly policy, from the governor to clerks, and restore adequate compensation for public service.
The speaker argues the exchange and farmers can attain independence by planting a small cotton crop this year following 1895. Another crop next year would shift them from money borrowers to money lenders, asserting the situation rests entirely in farmers control.
The Venezuelan boundary commissioners are set with Associate Supreme Court Justice Brewer as president, Chief Justice Court of Appeals Alvey, Andrew D. White of New York, President Gilman of Johns Hopkins University, and Frederick R. Oundert of New York. They have met, elected Justice Brewer president, and will begin work immediately.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm applied to the chest and back for fast relief from chest pain caused by cold, with a note that it helps when pneumonia is a risk. Credited to Jno. H. Blackburn, Druggist.
Promotional note touts Syrup of Figs as a pure liquid laxative that cleanses the system and relieves colds headaches and fevers without weakening organs. Claims wide medical approval and satisfaction of millions. Sold by druggists in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles, manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co.
A detailed 19th century sketch describing Kurdish appearance and dress. It notes dark eyes and hair, aquiline nose, oval face, medium height, shaved chin, mustache with waxed styling, and distinctive headwear with silk turbans and scarfs. The attire features white linen shirts, long-sleeved points, and crushed strawberry silk coats with a wide sash housing a long pipe and curved dagger.
A New York Sun quote explains that aroma and bouquet differ. Aroma lies in the grape, bouquet forms after fermentation and lingers in the finish. The expert argues bouquet signifies superior wines and can elevate preference when other qualities are equal.
A young Gardiner boy, asked what he would do if his mother were taken away, replied he would eat at Mrs Haley's. The remark trimmed the scene’s solemn mood with a brisk, humorous practicality as reported by the Bangor News.
A humorous exchange in a Philadelphia Record snippet shows a confrontation over a hat obstructing view. A woman defends paying in full while a man apologizes for the inconvenience caused by the headwear.
A historical catalogue outlines the best fruit varieties for Georgia four regions, with apples and peaches sections detailing variety names seasons uses and regional suitability. It includes explanations of column abbreviations and notes on agricultural practices and soil improvement for oats and cottonseed value as fertilizer.
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