Daniel Emmett Fund Raises for Dixie Author
The Gazette urged Barnesville residents to aid Daniel Emmett the aging author of Dixie. Mrs. J L Kennedy led fundraising with contributions from the Ladies Memorial Association and the Daughters of the Confederacy. Further donations to Mrs Kennedy will be forwarded to Emmett.
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The
Gazette
Daniel Emmett
Barnesville
J. L. Kennedy
Ladies Memorial Association
Daughters of the Confederacy
Kennedy
Emmett
Watson to Retire From Politics
Hon Thomas E Watson announces retire from politics and will not seek or engage in further campaigns. As a longtime populist leader in Georgia he is praised as a capable orator and sincere figure whose future influence in the state remains unclear.
Berner Opens Democratic Campaign for Georgia Governor
Hon Robert L Berner opened his campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor at Monticello last Saturday. Supporters called it the best campaign speech in Georgia in years. The campaign focuses on a platform appealing to Georgia’s citizens and aims to elect Berner governor.
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Robert L. Berner
Monticello
Georgia
Berner
State Papers Battle Berner Platform
The daily papers of the state mobilize against Berner and his platform in a coordinated information push. Editors frame the issue as a test of policy direction and public reception across major metro and regional outlets.
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Berner
Georgia Voters and Berner Campaign Clash
The piece argues the public in Georgia supports Bob Berner and his platform amid a contentious campaign. It frames Berner as favored by common Georgians and emphasizes backing for his agenda.
Bryan praised as Georgia favorite for governor
Hon W J Bryan tours Georgia drawing ovations as a popular national figure. The Atlanta Constitution attacks Bob Berner, but the public is expected to back Bryan for the gubernatorial chair.
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Atlanta Constitution
Bob Berner
Atlanta Chosen For War Department Gulf Coast Headquarters
Atlanta is designated as the Gulf Coast war department headquarters with General William M. Graham in command. The move is described as a major development for the city and a significant strategic step.
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Atlanta
War Department
Gulf Coast
William M. Graham
Officials Hope for War Avert Amid Delicate Talks
Officials remain concerned over the question of war. They express hope that conflict can be avoided and urge settlement without hostilities, stating the outcome remains uncertain.
Watson Declines Run For Governor
Tom Watson says he will not be a candidate for governor. For years he has led the populist party as an unchallenged and shrewd figure, and the party urged him to run but he declines.
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Tom Watson
Fishing Party at Martin's Pond Sunday Night
A jolly group of anglers spent the night at Martin's pond and enjoyed themselves despite rain. The party included C. O. Summers Hollis Gray Rob Holmes Will Jordan W H Rogers John T Middlebrooks W H Chas and W J Vandivere. They caught fewer fish than at Satilla river but had a good time.
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Martin's Pond
Satilla River
Messrs
C. O. Summers
Hollis Gray
Rob Holmes
Will Jordan
W. H. Rogers
John T. Middlebrooks
W. H. Chas
W. J. Vandivere
New Clerk for J. C. Collier Co Welcomed
The J. C. Collier Co. has hired Miss Anna Darden of Milner Georgia as a new clerk. She started work on Tuesday and is expected to provide valuable service to the company.
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J. C. Collier Co
Anna Darden
Milner, Ga
Burglary Hits Beauchamp & Son Store
A Sunday burglary at Beauchamp and Son store in Williamsport steals about $100. Police report an organized band behind the robbery and warn of a rising crime wave.
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Beauchamp & Son
Williamson
Canopies Over Street Lights Need Immediate Paint
The canopies above the electric street lights require a coat of paint to prevent rusting of the tin. Delayed action could force purchase of new canopies.
For Sale Four Good Work Horses
For sale four good work horses offered by J. G. Srrn.
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J. G. Srrn
Forsyth Memorial Day Orator Nominee from Monroe County
Mr. Chas O Goodwyne of Monroe county visited Forsyth Friday and learned he was chosen as Memorial Day orator. An ex Confederate soldier who fought in Virginia battles he is known as a good speaker and could entertain old comrades while engaging the younger set with war time wit if he accepts.
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Chas. O. Goodwyne
Monroe County
Forsyth
Goodwyne
Virginia
Brave Spirits and the Pinkham Compound Promise Relief
A testimonial to Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound claims it cures back aches and uterine troubles. Mrs F M Knapp of Milwaukee says congestion and womb inflammation were eased, praising the remedy as helpful to others.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Narrow Escape in Buggy Accident Near Pump Station
Last Sunday afternoon Miss Gunn and Miss Kittie Love were thrown from a buggy off a bridge into a ditch after their horse spooked near a pump station. Mr. A. O. Murphey and his companion stopped to help, lifting the women to safety, freeing the tangled horse, and placing the pair in his buggy. The horse was scratched and the buggy damaged, but the young ladies escaped serious injury.
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Gunn
Kittie Love
A. O. Murphey
Mr. Murphey
Baby sustains arm fracture in Brown Avenue fall
The three year old child of Mr and Mrs R L Bush fell from a door at their Brown Avenue home injuring the right arm. Dr B J Clark treated the injury and reports the arm is healing nicely.
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R. L. Bush
Brown Avenue
B. J Clark
Genuine Syrup of Figs Advertsed for Spring Cleansing
An advertisement urges readers to use Syrup of Figs as a gentle springtime cleanse. Promotes the genuine product manufactured by The Fig Syrup Co and sold by all druggists for 50 cents per bottle.
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California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louisvhle
New York
Ee Fig Syrup Co
Notable Visitors and Local Notes From Griffin
Mr. Jackson G. Smith spent Monday in Griffin on business. Dr. E. W. Hall of Waco Texas visited the city recently and sold goods to Dr. W. A. Wright. Mrs. A. L. Mills departed for Atlanta to attend millinery openings and will share trends with her customers on return. Mr. S. E. Stephens of Mercer University visited with Mr. C. M. Brittain and spoke to the Gordon Institute Y M C A. Dr. W. A. Wright promotes One Minute Cough Cure as a pneumonia and lung trouble preventive.
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Mr. Jackson G. Smith
Griffin
E. W. Hall
Waco, Tex
Hall
W. A. Wright
A. L. Mills
Atlanta
S. E. Stephens
Mercer University
C. M. Brittain
Gordon Institute
Deafness Cured Only By Constitutional Remedies
The article claims deafness cannot be cured by local treatment and must be addressed constitutionally. It states most cases arise from catarrh an inflamed mucous lining of the Eustachian tubes and offers a $100 reward for any catarrh deafness not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure with circulars available from F J Cueney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
F. J. Cueney & Co
Toledo
Desolation in the Dismal Swamp
Passers through the Dismal swamp report widespread destruction with dead animals burnt or perished for lack of water. Timber, cord wood, fencing, and peatland damaged as the lake level drops and wildlife seek scarce water at Lake Drummond.
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Lake Drummond
Baltimore Sun
Canada stamp echoes crown era maple leaf imagery
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes a new Canadian postage stamp features the queen at her coronation with maple leaves in the corners, suggesting Canada may aspire toward Greater England in symbolism.
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Canada
Greater
England
St. Louis
Globe- Democrat
Colonel John L. Logan Dies atheist donor in Kentucky
Colonel John L. Logan of Nicholasville Kentucky died of heart disease at an estimated value of 250000 dollars. He was an atheist who contributed 150000 dollars to atheism.
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John L. Logan
Nicholasville
New York Sun
Detroit Woman Sues Kirschner for 209 Dollar Breach
Hattie Gates of Detroit filed suit in Justice Bauder's court seeking 209 dollars for alleged breach of promise against William Kirschner.
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Hattie Gates
Detroit
Justice Bauder
William Kirschner
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Africana Cure Claimed for Eeseme and Co Tarrh
A claimed remedy named Africana is advertised to cure Eeseme and Co tarrh with assurances of lasting relief. The text presents the product as a cure for chronic symptoms and promotes confidence in its effectiveness.
Quinine Hair Tonic Promises Dandruff Cure and Hair Loss Prevention
An ad for Quinine Hair Tonic claims it will remove dandruff and stop hair loss. It recommends it for both women and men and notes a large bottle option. Made and sold by O. M. Jones at the barber shop next to the post office.
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O. M. Jones
P.O
One Minute Cough Cure Brings Relief From Croup Night
A brassy cough of croup disturbs the household at night but relief follows after One Minute Cough Cure is administered. Safe and harmless for children. Dr. W. A. Wright.
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W. A. Wright
DeWitts Little Early Risers Promise Relief
A testimonial extols DeWitt's Little Early Risers to relieve headache constipation and bilious ness. The ad emphasizes thousands sufferers could reach perfect health with the famous small pills attributed to W. A. Wright.
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DeWitt
W. A. Wricht
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