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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1896
Page
8
A humorous column by Little Ben reflects on the passing year and the need for effort at home, warns of a looming cotton crop danger, and praises practical farming. He shares tips on judging farmers by corn cribs, notes aging’s lessons around Christmas treats and teeth, and ends with a philosophical bite about contentment.
Monday evening a group gathered at Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Cochrane for an “Evening with Caesar” program. Mrs. S. L. Taylor spoke on Caesar’s life, Prof. J. M. Pound gave a detailed lecture, music complemented the event, and attendees answered Caesar related questions. Refreshments followed as guests praised the profitable gathering.
None but Royal Boxine Powner is praised as absolutely pure with superior leavening strength purity and wholesome flavor. The text warns rival baking powders claim equal quality but analysis shows alum content and health risks while Royal is endorsed by official chemists physicians and health boards.
A roster of individuals appears in the page fragment, naming Mitchell Willie Reynolds Tosie Clark Greer Steed Kate Battle Dollie Rogers Ione Murphey Nannie Howard Mary Singleton Blanch Shebee Mrs 8 L Taylor Prof and Mrs J M Pound Mrs L K Rogers Mrs 1 ward Elder Mr and Mrs T W Cochran Col 8 N Woodward Mrs A J Blalock Prof H M Fletcher Mr J A Blalock.
The Ladies Memorial Association defers Memorial Day from April 26 to May 1 at Gordon Institute chapel with Mr. Thomas R. Cobb of Atlanta as orator. They aim to raise funds for the Rouss Battle Abbey and invite local ladies to a May 1 concert and discussion at Mrs. Blalock’s home to support Confederate history preservation.
An advertisement urges happy plump children with full cheeks and strong bones. It claims Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites nourishes growth, brain and nerves, providing energy and color, while suggesting it supports future development and overall health.
City minutes document police trial outcomes and finance bills. Notable items include verdict in Morris case as not guilty, payments to Water Works Galloway Coal Co Standard Oil Capitation Tax and others totaling 480.69, a petition to close an alley with a wire fence until June 1 1896, and reports on February court cases with multiple fines and dismissals. Mayor Huguley discusses Gordon Institute plans. motions authorize an electric plan and hiring a driver for wagon No 2.
Miss Mattie D Willis of Waco Texas and Berry Kellett of Barnesville were married in Fort Worth Texas on Monday in a quiet unexpected ceremony. Friends in Barnesville extend warm congratulations to the couple noted for their esteem in the community.
The Flower Show committee reports enthusiasm for a fall chrysanthemum show despite inclement weather keeping numbers down. A prominent florist will supply varieties and prizes for participants with a small 10 cent fee to cover additional awards. A meeting is set for Friday February 13 at 3 oclock at Mrs Cundylers residence with all town ladies invited.
Rev T H Timmons preached to a wood congregation at Tabernacle church Monroe county last Sunday. A missionary collection was taken up and services were satisfactory. Rev Howard Dumbley preached Saturday to the Tabernacle congregation and a nice sum was raised for the home. At Marvin church next Saturday and Sunday Rev T H Timmers will fit his regular appointment. The second quarterly meeting will be held at that church on the first Sunday in April and Saturday before. Mr Craig Ccfield was in Barnesville this week representing Barkers Guarantee Fund Life Association of Atlanta Ga. He came to pay insurance on the life of Mr C C Helmes recently deceased. The full amount paid was 2024 with receipt given by Mr James G Holmes administrator. The company is represented here by Sir Hewitt Craik who will confer with anyone about the company.
The Gleaners adopt resolutions mourning the loss of Morrell a faithful young member who died February 27 in Providence of God. They express sorrow at losing a playmate and offer to live better lives, with copies sent to the bereaved family the society secretary and the Gazette for publication.
The Cincinnati Gazette warns that colds can lead to serious illness if neglected. It urges prompt treatment and endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective, selling 25 and 50 cent bottles through Jno H Blakburn, Druggist.
The Interstate Drill and Rifle contest in Savannah Georgia on May 16 1896 offers civilians a limited First Class round trip fare with tickets sold May 9 to 14 and return by May 18. Military units traveling in uniform in groups of ten or more pay one cent per mile round trip with tickets sold May 9 to 11 and return by May 18. The Savannah millitary Interstate Association vows to attract participants and issue prizes for military and band entries.
Dr. M. A. Clark has been appointed surgeon for the Central of Georgia Railway with headquarters in Barnesville. He traveled to Savannah to confer with the chief surgeon on duties, visited Forest City, and returned to Barnesville. The Gazette congratulates him, noting his qualifications and potential duties anywhere on the line.
E. J. Murphey offers three gentle horses and one mule for sale or rent with reasonable terms. Plow stock suitable for farming work. Local rural advertisement.
Col. Orville A. Park of Macon lectured to Gordon Institute Y M C A. group last Sunday and urged support for the state convention starting in Augusta tomorrow. Gordon Institute elected representatives Dennis Jr., J. M. Sharp, Eugene Brittain who depart for Augusta with other delegates for the three day session.
Tuesday at noon Claude Wright and his brother Tom Wright argued at their home 2.5 miles southwest of town. Tom was wounded in the side by a pistol ball. five shots were fired, three by Claude and two by Tom with a Winchester. Tom was treated by Dr. J. P. Thurman and is expected to recover. Claude has not been arrested.
A notice offers a ten dollar reward to anyone who proves the arrest of the person who cut telephone wires in Barnesville Gaff. J J Rogers signs the offer urging swift action.
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