Publication notice for weekly Thursday edition
The item notes a weekly publication schedule with a price of one dollar per year and a release date of Thursday July 15 1897. It provides no additional context about content or publisher.
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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1897
Page
4
The item notes a weekly publication schedule with a price of one dollar per year and a release date of Thursday July 15 1897. It provides no additional context about content or publisher.
Hon. Isham G. Harris, a Tennessee senator and strong figure among Tennesseans, died a few days ago. The report notes talk of political dynamics and a broad public interest in the Blalock committee's forthcoming findings as Atlanta faces a major legal fight over streetcar transfers and the Consolidated Street Car Co.
After a settled election Barnesville focuses on community work and growth. The piece notes nationwide conventions offering low railroad rates drawing Georgia travelers, and mentions Lord Beresford's ongoing troubles after prison release. It also reports many Georgians journeying to Toronto for the International Epworth League convention.
The Augusta Chronicle urges optimism about the future noting education progress and achievements in the 16th century as a vanguard. It argues that the world is improving, opportunities abound, and a young man's life can count more today than ever before in a great nation and government.
Miss Josie Clark and Miss Greer Steed resign after years of service. President Pound hires Miss Jennie West of Georgia Normal and Industrial College to lead the model school and Miss Annie McCullough of Round Oak to join the faculty. The institute expects a strong year ahead.
Headquarters Pike County Confederate Veterans Association issues General Order No 10 calling all members and families to attend the annual reunion at Bluff Springs on July 22. The notice invites deceased veterans’ families, welcomes guests from other counties, and urges universal civic attendance to honor the state commander Gen C A Evans if possible.
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Carney & Co. swears the Toledo firm will pay one hundred dollars for each case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A. W. Gleason notes the oath on December 6, 1886. Cure marketed as acting on blood and mucous surfaces with testimonials. Sold by Druggist for 75 cents.
About forty Pansy Society youngsters from the Baptist church enjoyed a Friday afternoon picnic at Murphey's mill from 4 to 8 o'clock. They were guided by Mr. A. O. Bennett and several Mrs. chaperones, with the event described as a great success in every way.
A returning traveler praises Savannah's DeSoto Hotel calling it grand and the finest in Georgia with 500 rooms. He notes electric cars at depots and asphalt boulevards surrounding the hotel and remarks on avoiding second class lodging.
City sanitary inspector Dr A G Garswell is on his second round checking homes and premises. He says partiality would hinder fairness and hopes to find everything in good condition. He emphasizes the critical need for thorough sanitary oversight of the city.
An all day singing will be held at Midway church next Sunday with preparations under way. A large turnout is expected and many attendees from Barnesville are expected to join.
Miss Kittie Gordy is very ill at her father W. J. Gordy’s home on Brown Avenue with threats of nervous prostration. Friends express hope for her swift recovery.
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve is advertised as a remedy for piles and burns. The ad highlights quick relief and skin healing claims, noting use for minor irritations and rashes in a household medical cabinet.
The Baptist Church grants a furlough to pastor Dr. J. M. Brittain and his wife. They depart Friday morning to visit friends and relatives in upper Georgia after months of toil in the Masters Vineyard. The church and congregation extend best wishes for a refreshing and enjoyable vacation.
At the R. E. Lee Lodge I O O F regular meeting this evening at 8 o'clock Past Grand A M Lambdin will deliver an address on Odd Fellow ship. Refreshments will be served and every member is urged to attend. By order of the Noble Grand Thos J Watts Secretary.
The Famous DeSoto Hotel in Savannah Georgia announces a summer rate of 2.50 dollars per day and up for 1897. Isnt it good news, sure enough.
Dr. W. A. Wright touts De Witt's Little Early Risers as famed pills to regulate the liver and relieve sick headaches. The advertisement urges readers to try the remedy for swift relief.
The De Soto Hotel invites ladies and their households to Savannah with rates from 2.50 dollars per day. Guests are promised a grand and enjoyable stay during the summer season.
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