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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1897
Page
4
A short Jacobs item reflects on faith and effort, noting that attempts valued in God's eyes are crowned by the King of Kings. The quotation anchors the era’s moral reflection within the Barnesville Gazette edition dated January 21, 1897.
The text urges immediate advertising to capitalize on renewed confidence and money in pockets. It highlights February to April as the best time, citing Napoleon to urge business communities to place ads where buyers will see them, claiming the era favors liberal consumer spending.
Hope is described as the fuel of life and the central force sustaining people through trials. The piece emphasizes resilience, forward momentum, and the power of optimistic belief to shape personal destiny.
R G Dun and Company forecast improving conditions and urge public optimism while noting rainfall concerns. Thomaston forms a Republican Club from former Democrats and debate hints at a legislative inquiry’s possible incomplete truth. Senator Bacon delivers a sharp anti Cleveland Senate speech. Revival meetings in Atlanta are announced for March 7.
The piece notes Thomas C. Platt’s near unanimous New York Senate victory over Joseph H. Choate and praises ongoing judiciary investigations as yielding public benefit. It cites the Thomasville Times and Macon Telegraph on Senator Bacon and Gen Gordon’s stance on a peace treaty with England, tied to Civil War era positions.
The state judiciary faces scrutiny as Senator Yancey Carter’s charges spur an inquiry into several superior court members. The public is urged that the judiciary remain above reproach and worthy of trust as the investigation exposes conduct unbecoming a judge, with the aim of a wholesome statewide effect.
A lecture in Atlanta quotes former Kansas senator John J. Ingalls arguing that only those who can speak read and write English should vote. He says suffrage should be legally qualified and warns against ignorant lawmaking. He urges Georgia's legislature to consider ballot reform in line with this principle.
A humorous reflection contrasts editor and legislator jokes with an old Georgia anecdote. The piece uses a traveler in Atlanta asking a local about population schools taxes government and manufacturing, who replies he is a member of the legislature. The tone is light and locational, recalling the humor found in public figures.
Report on Judges Reese and Sweat appears to exonerate Reese and state impeachment is unnecessary for Sweat. The committee’s findings are not yet released, but the Constitution is cited as predicting an exculpatory outcome for Reese.
The committee will probably find Judge Sweat drunk at the St Simons banquet and perhaps indiscreet at Indian Spring, but no report supports impeachment. The evidence suggests a just verdict and the committee has discharged its duty faithfully.
In a Monday jury address Judge Beck called the small nickel-slot devices used for gambling into question. He described the internal wheel as a device offering two to five times the deposit in cigars or goods and said he would pursue action across his circuit. He urged the Griffin jury to file a bill for trial if such devices were known to be used locally.
Mr J C Collier president announces major expansion since Christmas with four storey space on Market street removed partitions. Groceries hardware moved next to Wrights Drug. Departments led by M M Elliott E C Elder A J Stephens and Lily Cooper Lula Whittle Betty Blalock Velma Mills Emma Warner. Store aims to rival Seigel Cooper with wide range from pins to guano and annual sales near 100000.
The ad extols Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Co as a universal remedy for a constipated system and minor ailments. It claims safety for regular health, urges purchase from reputable druggists, and notes that only the genuine article yields best results.
The store promotes top shoe and clothing lines and guarantees Drew Selby Bert Packard makes. White's Thomaston Shop Shoes are offered at $1.25 spot cash. Visit during 1897 to start business relations.
J C Collier Co lists departments including Cloaks and Shoes with Mr E C Elder and Miss Lilly Cooper, millinery with Miss Betty Blalock, and furniture and carpets with Mr W M Howard. Also noted are hardware, groceries, cashier duties, stenography, credit, and a junior buyer, Boot Powell.
The J. C. Collier Co expands its advertising in the Ga Gazette noting public importance. Collier handles finances, F. M. Stephens serves as cashier and bookkeeper, and Annie Whittle is a stenographer. The firm boasts a prominent Main street plate glass storefront and extensive electric lighting, aiming to be among the state’s finest.
Mr J E Casey of Griffin has assumed duties as superintendent of Barnesville electric light and water works after election by the city council. He is described as energetic and capable, and the community expresses satisfaction at his new role and citizenship in Barnesville.
Mr J H Leak died in Milner on Tuesday and was buried there the next day. Undertaker Summers of Barnesville conducted the interment. He did not reside in Milner but had relatives there.
An 19th century style ad pledges one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh case and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure selling at 75 cents a bottle. It cites endorsements from West Truax Valpine Kinnan Marvin wholesale druggists and asserts internal action through the bloodstream.
The Penny Racket likely changes proprietorship with L. C. Butler selling to J. R. Deavours. Butler may move to Cedartown to open a Racket Store while Deavours would continue the Barnesville location. The transition targets February first and marks the end of Butler and Deavours joint ownership.
Mr. Edgar L. Rogers is making interior changes in his store to enhance appearance. The work includes new partitions counters and shelving along with an entire repaint, aiming to make the business house bright and attractive.
The Epworth League held a special Sunday service at the Methodist church hindered by bad weather. Rev W S Stevens spoke on League duties within the church and Emma Blalock discussed the Water of life. Col S N Woodward, League president, praised youth work with historical examples. The event remained profitable despite the disruption.
E H Bloodworth has been secured by Stafford Huguley Hosiery Company as superintendent and has begun work. Known to readers, he will bring valuable services. The mill is in good condition and will produce goods in large quantities. New machines ordered earlier will be installed this week and ready for use by Monday.
Arnold Henderson of Hampton was elected marshal for Anniversary by the Lysian Society, defeating Savannah rival Charles DuBignon by a five vote majority. Henderson has lived with Dr. Connally’s family while a Gordon Institute student and is expected to perform his duties. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is promoted for skin eruptions and piles. Dr. W A Wright.
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