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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1898
Page
4
The Gordon Institute is celebrated as a permanent, uniquely esteemed institution in Barnesville Georgia. Its long history of success and impact on the state and nation endear it to residents who view it as a lasting civic treasure.
The Barnesville Chautauqua runs July 3 to 10 featuring what is described as the finest Georgia Chautauqua program yet. Organizers urge locals to attend all sessions, noting the event offers exceptional value and could boost future opportunities for the region and surrounding communities.
Edward W. Bok argues in The Ladies' Home Journal for a twofold view of life to reduce friction and foster kindness. He urges self restraint and fairness, noting that embracing differing tastes and opinions strengthens individual character and broadens understanding.
Notice announces a rental of Mrs. Maud Reddings Elm Street house. Applications are to be made immediately to Ben Turner Jr.
For sale two good second hand buggies from Summers Buccy Co. Parties who secure them will obtain bargains.
A ship in Chinese ports celebrated Independence Day with a gun salute and a planned chorus. While the crew drank to the nation, their monkey Mug vanished, later found dead in a tree near a water spring. The narrative, attributed to a Washington Star report, recalls the pet’s sensational fate amid a naval crew’s festive mishap.
A veiled woman at the White House sought a personal interview with President Lincoln in 1861. Messenger Perkins escorted her to the private office, she rubbed his hands and promised to relay the request. The odor exposed her, she fled in a carriage, and Perkins later fell ill with virulent smallpox but recovered. He was later appointed to a permanent war department clerical post.
A fragmentary dateline list shows cities including San Francisco UBSville and New York, indicating a multi-city dateline entry. The text reads like a brief notice or routing snippet without identifiable event details. The fragment offers no names, dates, or outcomes to anchor a full item.
Colliers advertises moving goods from one season to another and invites shoppers to take advantage of June discounts. The promotion emphasizes paying for purchases during the month of June.
A local ad lists a three piece solid oak bedroom suite for 15 dollars, a room suite down to 25 dollars from 35, a solid oak chiftonieres at 10, and a six foot dining table marked down from 8.50 to 6.65. High back oak dining chairs and solid oak sideboards show substantial discounts with book cases and hat rack also reduced to 7.50 and 10 respectively.
A crockery department announces closure and a clearance sale on remaining stock. They invite customers to come in and name their own price as they quit the crockery business described as resembling work on a poor farm.
Readable listing shows 49 dozen gents madras negligee shirts detached cuffs no collars valued at 1 dollar. A lot of gents negligee shirts with collars and cuffs attached, worth 1 dollar, will sell for 75 cents.
Retail ad notes large stock of slippers and children sandals priced at 50 or 75 cents. It highlights deep cuts to unload inventory and clear stock.
A St Nicholas article by Barney Standish extols the bumblebee as essential to cross fertilization, especially for red clover. It notes the insect’s unique flower visits, its impact on seed yields, and the need to protect these bees for farm productivity and continued clover seed supply.
One Minute Cough Cure claims rapid relief from throat and lung troubles including colds croup bronchitis pneumonia lagrippe and prevents consumption. Endorsed by Dr W A Wrichrt the advertisement emphasizes speed in relief.
Advertising note states the product is designed to cure coughs quickly by fulfilling its intended use. The claim emphasizes fast action and purpose rather than scientific proof.
The shah of Persia enforces a new law threatening heavy fines for possession of Persian lambskins, claiming commerce is threatened by the extinction of Persian sheep and lambs. The decree abruptly halts the export trade, causing market disruption and concern among traders.
The B Y P U convention in Macon drew about 350 delegates from across the state. Barnesville Union was represented by Dr. T J Watts T J Williamson John T Middlebrooks Maud Pattillo Geneva Henderson Trella Henderson Roberta Mitchell Magneta Arnold and Mae Prout. The Barnesville Union was honored by the election of its member as state treasurer.
The bustling trading place previews an upcoming sale that promises to surpass prior events in size and interest. Vendors anticipate record turnout and strong demand as buyers line up in hopes of securing coveted items.
Store notes a strong summer push for light white goods and announces a valued stock purchase of 250 White West Cord Piques bought at a favorable price last week. Shoppers are urged to expect benefits from the season's fashion decree and warm weather.
A dense listing of fabric stock including White Welt Cord Piques at about 4c per yard and 35c valued versions, White Check Dimity soft finish at around 20c, White India linens in short lengths, 42-inch White Wash Organdie noted as very sheer, and White Check Nainsooks offered at 8c, with quantities like 3,000 yards and 40 pieces mentioned, all presented in a brisk price-oriented retail note.
A merchant promotes a selection of about 25 printed organdie dresses described as stylish and popular. Yard prices normally range from 35 to 60 cents but the sale offers pieces at 20 25 and 35 cents per yard.
A busy season boosts business as Millinery cuts prices by half from June 10 to July 10. Shoppers are urged to inspect our new collection and take advantage of the price drop during this opportunity.
Store announces deep price cuts on wool dress fabrics with examples of 56c per yard wool dress goods now 35c and 75c wool dress goods now 60c. Surge in value for shoppers seeking affordable textiles.
A Southern daily exposes wheat speculators and calls for boycotting cereals while warning of rising prices after the war. The ad urges readers to stock corn meal muffins and rice grits, promotes cash purchases at the Cash Store, and signs by Joe W. Reeves urging customer loyalty and prompt purchases.
The text notes mushrooms live by hours yet thrive long enough for an insect to lay its egg on the edge of the umbrella. The egg hatches into an insect ready to colonize the next silver button that emerges. It also mentions meerschaum as a magnesia silicate found mainly in Asia Minor, Greece, and Madrid.
Geo. W. Grice advertises cabinet sizes for sale at two dollars and fifty cents per dozen in a three day offer. Customers are urged to hurry before the deal expires.
An 19th century advertisement touts Africana as a remedy that will cure rheumatism and scrofula, promising lasting health. The claim emphasizes permanency and benefits without detailing clinical evidence or dosing.
The ordinance requires every hotel and person using water for irrigation or a fountain to install a meter by July 1. The city will supply meters at 7.50 dollars on a service pipe or owners may use approved meters. Water use without a meter is illegal and violators face fines and possible water shutoff. By order of the Water Board, W. A. Prout, Chairman.
An 18th century anecdote recounts a country gentleman hiring a London attorney and balking at a bill item for travel to Southwark. The lawyer explains the charge covered carrying a chin and turkey as a present, illustrating disputes over fees.
The proprietor admits he could cut or fire the clerk after five years of service but cannot due to thoughts of the clerk's wife and children at home. The exchange reveals a softer side behind a harsh business decision in a Chicago News piece.
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