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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1898
Page
4
Barnesville July 4th to Host Tillman Chau tauqua
The town plans a major Fourth of July celebration featuring Senator Benjamin Tillman addressing the crowd on Our Country, introduced by Congressman Charles L. Bartlett, with a large chorus and Fifth Regiment Band. Officials urge elaborate decorations and flags on every housetop as patriotism spikes. Expected attendance ranges from five to ten thousand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles L. Bartlett
Fifth Regiment
Barnesville
United States
Mrs Clark Howell Dies
The people of the state and especially the press extend sincere sympathy to Mr Clark Howell editor of the Atlanta Constitution on the death of his wife. She was a noble woman and will be sadly missed in the circles where she was best known.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark Howell
The
Atlanta Constitution
Cotton blooms signal harvest hope from Dozier farm
In 1898 drawing to a close, cotton blooms arrive as the new crop nears market. Mr. J. C. Dozier, a leading farmer, sent The Gazette several blooms Monday and reports ample supplies, ahead of others in the district.
Bartlett Nominated at Sixth District Democratic Convention
Delegates from Six district counties met in Griffin to nominate Charles L. Bartlett for Congress with no opposition and seven-member resolutions committee appoints a platform supporting primaries by county, direct ballot voting, and adherence to the 1896 Democratic platform. The nomination was made unanimous after speeches by A L Miller and Washington Dessau, and committees were formed to select two-year district representatives and notify Bartlett of his nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixth
Congressional District
Griffin
Charles L. Bartlett
A. L. Miller
Bibb
G. A. Harrison
Upson
Messrs
Douglas Glessner
Spalding
J. A. Fouche
Henry
Dessau
Bible
White
Butts
Collier
Pike
Harris
Stevens
Baldwin
Shell
Washington Dessau
Democratic Party
Congress
Georgia
A. O. Blalock
J. H. Stevens
B. P. Bailey
C. L. Bartlett
Vey
Washington
June Shopping Push for Seasonal Goods
Shops urge customers to buy during June as they transition goods from one season to the next. The promotion highlights new stock and potential savings for early buyers, encouraging household and fashion purchases ahead of summer demand.
Oak Furniture Sale Reduces Prices On Bedroom Dining Pieces
Bargain furniture listing offers solid oak three piece bedroom set for 15 dollars, room sets from 25 to 35 dollars, solid oak chieftonieres and sideboards cut from 27.50 to 15 dollars, dining table at 6 dollars, high back oak chairs and bookcase and hat rack discounted to single digits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chiftonieres
Crockery Dept Seeks Quick Sale of Leftover Stock
The crockery department announces a small lot for sale as they quit the crockery business. They invite customers to come and set the price, describing the business as hard work on a poor farm and promising bargain pricing.
Ladies and Children Shoe Sale With Clearance Prices
A local ad advertises ladies tan oxfords in new toe styles at 75 cents to 1.50 dollars and children tan oxfords from 50 to 75 cents. Ladies black kid oxfords with patent leather sell for 75 cents to 1.50 dollars and children black kid sandals are 50 to 75 cents as the stock is cut to unload.
Georgia Day Barbecue Aids Barnesville Church Building
On Wednesday July 6 at the Chautauqua a large barbecue will be held in Barnesville to benefit the Congregational Methodist Church. Members aim to raise funds for a new church building and expect strong local support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Chautauqua
Barnesville
Congregational Methodist Church
Surprise of All From a Cowden Wife's Recovery
Mr James Jones of Jones and Son Cowden Illinois credits Dr Kings New Discovery with saving his wife from La Grippe that worsened to Hasty Consumption. After using the medicine at home she improved from the first dose and was cured after several bottles. Free trials at W A Wrights Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Jones
Jones & Son
Cowden
Dr. King
la Grippe
Pana
W. A. Wright
Williams Appointed Second Lieutenant in Regular Army
Lieutenant Williams of Tifton has been named second lieutenant in the regular army. A Gordon Institute graduate, he is viewed by local friends as a rising young man whose career should bring honors with opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Williams
Tifton
Gordon Institute
Georgia
The Modern Beauty Prefers Sunshine Exercise and Figs
A healthful lifestyle is described with good food and outdoor activity. The subject's complexion and vigor are attributed to physical well being. For occasional cleansing she uses Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Co as a gentle remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Ca.fornia Fig Syrup Co
California Fig Syrup Co Only
City Barber Shop Ad Promotes Experienced Stylist
George W. Jordan the Barber succeeds O. M. Jones at the shop next to the Post Office. Notes include first class workmen and eight years of experience with J. Gianone in Macon Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Jordan
O. M. Jones
J. Gianone
Macon
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
One Minute Cough Cure claims rapid relief from coughs and throat and lung troubles. It says it prevents consumption and cures colds croup bronchitis pneumonia la grippe and related ailments. Dr. W. A. Wright endorses the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Wright
Trading Place Sets Stage for Biggest Sale Yet Next Week
Each day brings fresh attractions to the bustling market, with forecasts that next week’s selling will surpass all prior events. Vendors and shoppers anticipate record crowds as merchants promise new items and special prices.
White Goods Sale Offers West Cord Piques Buy
Retailers announce a sale on White Goods driven by fashion and warm weather. They report stocking 250 pieces of White West Cord Piques bought last week and offered at a favorable price, promising customer benefits from the purchase.
White Welt Cord Piques and White Fabrics Sale
Advertising copy lists large amounts of White Welt Cord Piques in various pieces and yardage. It notes prices around 5c to 40c per yard, including 32 inch White Check Dimity, 42-inch White Wash Organdie, and White India Linens in short or continuous lengths. Also mentions White Check Nainsooks and regular 35 to 84 cent fabrics with discounted quotes.
French Printed Organdie Dresses for Sale
An inventory of about 25 pieces of elegant printed organdie dresses is offered at a deep discount. The fabrics normally priced at 35 to 60 cents per yard are reduced to 20, 25, and 35 cents per yard.
Millinery Prices Slashed Half From June to July
A local shop reports a busy season with sales doubling and rising. From June 10 to July 10 millinery prices are cut by half to attract customers.
Dress Goods Sale Prices Highlight Wool Fabrics
Wool dress goods offered at 35 cents to 75 cents per yard with discounts from 60 to 100 cents, presenting a quick sale of fabrics in various weights and finishes.
Local Notes Brighten Barnesville Community
Miss Ella Johnson of Rockmart visits Miss Belle Murphey in Barnesville. Prof. Jere M. Pound travels to Atlanta on important business. Mrs. Lewis and Connally Jones return to Herndon after a pleasant stay with Mrs. Connally. Freeman Lifsey visits his brother in Tampa. Eva Harris returns from Macon. A grateful widow to Chamberlains Remedy praises its cure. Frank Roundtree returns from commencement in Barnesville. Edwina Williams heads to Butts county to visit friends. Rob Holmes, Barnesville Savings Bank bookkeeper, visits Atlanta. Minnie May Kendrick returns home from Pleasant Hill. Susie Hunt and Annie Kate Smith visit relatives in Milner. Kathryn Lockhart returns from Atlanta. Hair care advice touts Hall’s Hair Renewal. Lieut. F. L. Palmer visits Barnesville after McPherson. Morris Jacobs spends Sunday in Atlanta. Lost black silk parasol with crooked handle from Cook-Redding wedding. Armour Car Lines rep J. Y. L. Mitchell in town for fruit shipping. Mrs. F. A. Blackburn visits Barnesville. Miss Jennie West leaves Barnesville for Chicago.
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Royal
ROYA
Royal Baking Powder CO
New York
Barnesville, GA
the Gazette
la Line
Sue
M. A. Brown
Benjamin R. Tillman
Tauqua
W. M. Howard
Monroe
T. B. Bell
Harrison
Dessau of
Roberts
A. A. Lemon, W. H. Tur
Pin. Monroe
R. L. Williams
Samuel Rutherford
W. A. Strickland
San Francisco
Cal
Louisville, Ky
New York, N
Colliers
Crockery Dept
Madras
J. G. Collier
Lieutenant Williams
CITY
White Goods
J. G. Gollier
Ella Johnson
Rockmart, Ga
Belle Murphey
Jere M. Pound
Atlanta
Freeman Lifsey
Tampa, Fla
W. V. Litsey
Eva Harris
Many A. BeArp
Claremore
Ark
J. H. Blackburn
Frank Roundtree
Swainsboro
Edwina Williams
Butts County
Rob Holmes
Barnesville Savings Bank
Minnie May Kendrick
Pleasant Hill
Susie Hunt
Annie Kate Smith
Milner
Kathryn Lockhart
Hall
F. L. Palmer
McPherson
Morris Jacobs
Gate City
Cook-Redding
Gazettes
J. Y. L. Mitchell
Armour Car Lines
F. A. Blackburn
John H. Blackburn
Jennie West
Chicago
Buffalo Spring & Gear Co
Buffalo
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