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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1898
Page
4
The Atlanta gathering of Confederate veterans last week drew the largest attendance since the war. Addresses were praised, accommodations ample, and the mood reverent as comrades reunited after thirty five years. Elders, marked by age and sorrow, shared memories of a hard fought past and the southern cause's enduring legacy.
A Georgia message extols national gratitude as war continues. It notes abundant harvests and improved finances, fewer hard times, and rising confidence in officials. The piece credits divine Providence, praises Captain Phillip of Texas, and urges Christians to thank the Lord for blessings.
A Macon notice reports Hon. C. L. Bartlett of Bibb seeks a thorough district canvass during the state campaign. He aims to deliver the largest Georgia Democratic ticket majority, plans speeches in every county, and vows full duty to democracy. The piece notes Bartlett’s strength over rivals and anticipates re election.
Messrs. Owen and Sappington of Lamont have just received a fine new ginning outfit from the Van Winkle Gin and Machinery Co of Atlanta. They will install it immediately and have a complete ginnery ready for the coming cotton crop.
W A Pledger of Atlanta funded Confederate veteran Joseph Pledger to attend the Atlanta reunion. He paid for travel, a uniform, a boarding place, and entertainment, meeting him at the train and ensuring safe return. The gesture illustrated enduring affection from former slaves for their former owners.
Advertises a constitutional remedy for deafness caused by inflammation of the Eustachian tube and catarrh. Promises one hundred dollars for any case cured by the claimed cure and offers circulars from F J Twenty & Co of Toledo. Sold by druggists.
State cases disposed include Jennie Head and Ida Nelson breaking and entering with a not guilty verdict. Smith Bankston and co defendants gaming verdict not guilty. Spencer Brooks concealed weapons guilty with $40 fine or 8 months. H S Jackson liquor selling not guilty. Jim Park concealed weapons verdict not given. Tom Daniel two cases guilty pleas $25 or 4 months each. Charley Murphey larceny guilty plea $30 or 4 months. Willie Bird larceny guilty plea 12 months. S S Barrett et al riot not guilty. Mrs Joe Fannie Baker assault and battery not fully listed.
Hon. William J. Bryan traveled through Barnesville with his Nebraska Regiment last Thursday. The train halted briefly and Bryan spoke from his car steps as locals greeted him and shook hands. Three cheers rang out as the train moved on.
Summer health ad emphasizes Scott s Emulsion of Cod liver Oil as a reserve for vitality. It touts lasting strength over short stimulants and urges keeping the bottle tightly corked for continued use during hot months.
Fred Wedemeyer, leader of the Fifth Regiment Band, earned a gold medal as thanks for the band’s week in Barnesville at the chautauqua. The Barnesville Chautauqua Association praised the group as the week’s great drawing card and called the band the best concert band in the south. The medal was presented through manager E W Dutton after a warm letter from F M Stafford, chairman of the music committee.
The advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting gentle laxative with soothing effects. It claims costive parents will benefit and that the product is the best family medicine and essential for every household. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co.
The Second Georgia Regiment, then at Tampa, is set to sail for Porto Rico to fight under General Miles. Barnesville’s Captain and local volunteers are among the unit, with much local pride in the news and anticipation that they will serve on the Porto Rico expedition rather than Santiago.
Mr. G. W. Langford provided a generous supply of water melons to The Gazette force on Tuesday. The treat was greatly enjoyed by staff.
The following gentlemen are presented by their friends as candidates for aldermen subject to the primary on Wednesday August 3 1808 W O Marshburn F M StaFrr or D
Work has begun on major improvements by the Hanson Crawley Co. Rock and sand are being laid and more materials will arrive soon. The building will rise rapidly and a large underwear mill will operate in Barnesville, creating a busy scene for the coming weeks.
Rev. George A. Whitney of St. George's Episcopal Church holds monthly services in Barnesville and officiates on the evening of the third Sunday when the Presbyterian church is available. He notes eight Episcopal members in town plus other summer visitors and foresees a chapel may be built with a lot already purchased.
Mrs. A L Mills traveled to Atlanta to attend the marriage of Miss Lena Speigle to Mr Matthews of Thomasville. Speigle, formerly of Barnesville and Gordon Institute graduate, will receive best wishes from her acquaintances in Barnesville.
Griffin judge E W Beck, a prominent local citizen, died last week. He was well known across Pike County and his passing drew many expressions of regret from the community.
Confusion over the new war tax prompts a handy reference table. It lists stamps on checks all sight drafts and inland bills, telegraph messages, life insurance policies, leases, mortgages, seats in trains, legacies, surety bonds, protested notes, warehouse receipts and customs entries with per hundred or fixed amounts.
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve is advertised as a remedy that cures Pilz and minor burns and scalds. The ad emphasizes quick relief and healing properties and targets readers seeking topical skin treatment.
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