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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1898
Page
4
A primary nomination is ordered for Wednesday August 3 1898 to nominate three aldermen for Barnesville to serve two years. The election occurs at the engine house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All white citizens within Barnesville qualified to vote may participate. By order of the City Executive Committee July 14 1898. J J Rogers Chairman B H Harpy Secretary.
The Central Railroad reports strong earnings with 82,492 in the first week of July, up from 75,575 the year before. Cumulative earnings from January 1 to July’s first week total 2,536,447, compared with 2,456,110 in the prior year.
The Western District Centennial Association meets at Hendricks Church in Hendricks Georgia from July 29 to 31. Activities include prayer meetings, sermons by J D Carreker and J T Robinson, duties of deacons and members, Bible mission talks, and sermons on Baptist doctrine. Committees coordinate travel, with Crest railroad as nearest station.
Barnesville Georgia regular council meeting July 18 1898. Finance committee recommended paying officers salaries bond interest freight bills street and property and utility expenses totaling 1202 06. Assessors named B M Turner Otis Murphey R L Swatts with alternates Edward Elder and J T Hunt. Water board says Central Railroad to pay 8 cents per thousand gallons starting July 1. Minutes read and approved. Mayor W B Smith Clerk E J Murney.
A pleasant party visited Lifseys Springs yesterday for a picnic. Attendees included Mrs J L Fogg, Mrs Emma Guttenberger, Miss Maybelle Veal, Mamie Mitchell, May Lambdin, Jean Mitchell, May Nottingham, Lily Turner, Roberta Mitchell, Miss Guttenber, Mr A J Stephens, J T Mid, R C Matthews.
Notice is given that a meeting of the stockholders of the Barnesville Chautauqua Association will be held in Barnesville city hall Georgia on Tuesday July 26 1898 at 5 o clock p.m. All stockholders may attend in person or by written proxy to represent their interests. W B Surry B H Harpy president.
A popular advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting laxative for families. It claims gentle action and soothing effect, suitable for children and parents, and recommends keeping a bottle at home. Produced by the California Fig Syrup Co.
By local applications they cannot reach the diseased ear section. Deafness stems from inflammation of the mucous lining of the Eustachian Tube. When inflamed the ear hums or hearing declines. if the tube closes completely deafness results. Most cases are caused by Catarrh and Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to restore normal function. One hundred dollar reward for any deafness due to Catarrh that cannot be cured. Send for circulars. sold by druggists.
A news butcher on a Griffin down train suffered a serious accident when pushed during a hasty exit. His foot was badly crushed between bumpers and he was moved to Macon for treatment, with amputation likely. Also notes travel and local notices including Julian Arnold in Atlanta and Miss Kitty Gordy’s return.
Miss Dollie Rogers, sponsor for the Sixth district old veterans, went to Atlanta Tuesday afternoon for the reunion. Barnesville praises the honor. Mr. Q I Langford of Company F arrives in the city to celebrate his 21st birthday before departing for the front.
Summer health concerns are addressed with Scott's Emulsion of Cod-liver Oil. It builds vitality and reserve strength, aiding the body through hot days. The ad notes long shelf life when unopened and cooling storage, urging purchase through druggists.
Master Henry McDonald Brittain visits grandparents in Barnesville. Mrs. Dr. B. J. Clark returns to Barnesville to stay with relatives. Miss Magnita Arnold visits Johnstown to see Miss Lula Banks and friends. Lost small gold medal. reward at Gazette Office. Many visitors and residents travel, including Col. Leon C. Greer and Mrs. Jones of Macon. Local testimonials praise Chamberlain's Colic remedy. Dr. T. R. Kendall visits with sister Mrs. L. K. Rogers. F. M. Stafford departs for Porter Springs for rest and recreation.
A local retailer boasts booming sales with homemade flour described as sweeter and more desirable than white brands. The seller promises a cloth flag of every nation to frequent traders next week as a promotional incentive.
In Barnesville on May 24 a fire caused water damage and Dr W J Cox acknowledges prompt settlement by Edward Elder for the total amount claimed. The note dated May 26 expresses thanks for the swift two day settlement.
Lavender homestead offers an 8 room two story house with 75 acres of farm land located two miles west of Barnesville on Zebulon public road and Central Railroad. For terms and prices contact Mrs Exiza A Lavender by writing or calling.
Mrs J C McMichael of Atlanta and Col Walter J Grace of Macon visit family in town. Mr and Mrs William H Chambers depart for Indian Spring for a short stay. Mr Robert Mitchell also heads to Indian Spring for a few days seeking benefit from the well known resort. Mrs Clyde Lake daughter of Capt W D Redding arrives for a visit from Texas. Mr W C Stafford travels to New York City to oversee sale of peaches shipped by Stafford and Howard.
George W. Jordan the Barber succeeds O. M. Jones next to the Post Office. First class workmen with 8 years at J. Gianone in Macon Georgia.
Georgia Pike County creditors of the estate of Dr. B. J. Clark are notified to file accounts of demands within the law. Debtors and all persons indebted to the estate must make immediate payment. Dated June 11, 1898. M. A. Clark, Administrator of B. J. Clark, Macon, Georgia.
Mr. W. V. Lifsey of Tampa Florida visited his parents in Pike county. He is division passenger agent for the Plant system, a high and rapidly promoted railroad official acclaimed by Pike county friends. Prof J E Kemp and family depart to Erlington for September stay, with mountain travels planned. Kemp is a respected Gordon Institute teacher and valued local citizen.
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