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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1899
Page
8
Meeting set for 3 o clock Friday afternoon in the Woman's Club room at Gordon Institute to organize the Barnesville Library Association. All who signed for membership and others may attend, led by Mrs. A. M. Lamepin of the Woman's Club.
Benjamin Ellis, proprietor of the Barnesville cigar factory, declares he plans to stay and boost business with the town's support. The piece promotes Dr. Pierce's Idea Medical Discovery as a cure for consumption, claiming a 98 percent success rate when used as directed, and invites readers to send 21 cents for the 1008 page Common Sense Medical Adviser.
Jno T Borrefitt er of Macon Georgia renowned orator accepts invitation to deliver a literary address at Gordon Institute Barnesville on June 13th. He praises Gordon Institute hospitality and recalls a favorable prior visit while expressing pleasure at the honor.
The ad claims Buckingham's Dye can tidy an ugly beard and mustache and make it even in color with careful use.
Dr Rolfe Hunt will preach at Prospect church at 11 o clock a m on the second Sunday in April. He is described as a useful energetic and able preacher and will likely draw a good congregation.
Rev W S Stevens leads a two week long Methodist church revival with growing community interest. Two daily services this week at 16 o clock and 730 p m, inviting all. At the Baptist church Dr T J Watts delivered his first sermon, praising his study and delivery as potentially future national prominence.
Texas notice promotes Hall's Great Discovery as a cure for kidney and bladder ailments in men and women and claims bladder regulation for children. A 1¢ mail order bottle provides two months treatment. Waco manufacturer E. W. Hart lists local agent W. A. Wright in Barnesville, with testimonials from several residents.
Dr W J Cox moves to Macon to practice medicine and resigns his post as surgeon for the Central Railroad at Barnesville. The move is described as both an honorable and profitable transition, with well wishes from friends.
J W HicuTower thanks the public for patronage and promotes a cash system for general hardware and farm supplies. The note claims lower prices than competitors and urges customers to visit the cash store to save money on hardware and farm items.
Residents call for immediate attention to the east side of Main Street sidewalk. Holes must be filled and the overall surface improved to ensure safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
The Morning News Savannah notes half a century actor Samuel W Glenn appeared in two performances of Rip Van Winkle with natural refined portrayal and clear enunciation. William H Bokee as Derrick von Stauss is strong, while Julia and Josie Rooney charm as Hendrick and Lorena. audiences urged to attend tonight’s show.
Prof H L Swatts of Arcadia Florida and a companion hunted a large rattlesnake that struck at the friend. Swatts fired at the snake’s head and killed it though the shot hit the friend in the foot with no serious injury. It was a narrow escape and Swatts’s quick shot saved the young man.
Prof J M Pound selects strong men for commencement in Barnesville and marks the event as important. Dr John D Jordan of Savannah will preach on Sunday June 1st and Hon John T Boifeuillet of Macon will deliver the literary address on Tuesday June 13th. The Wednesday orator is not yet chosen.
An umbrella with a cut name handle was taken in error during a shower at the last Art Club meeting. Send it to Mrs. W. B. Smith who will return it to the owner in exchange for the one left at her house.
Dr. Rolfe Hunt will fill his regular appointment Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Presbyterian church. Everyone is invited to attend the service.
The Episcopal Society invites children to an Easter Egg Hunt on Mrs John Chambers lawn Saturday at 3 PM Admission is 5 cents If weather is inclement the event moves to Monday at 4 PM in the same location
The Gazette reports the previously ill are improving with each case showing progress and encouraging, gratifying notes from various patients and observers.
The article argues rays of germs are everywhere and only a strong throat and lungs prevent consumption. It emphasizes that a well nourished body with adequate fat protects against infection and urges prompt action if a cough persists and the throat is sore. It urges taking measures now.
Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Hypophosphites is advertised to heal inflamed membranes, improve digestion and appetite, increase weight, and fortify the whole body against consumption. The ad touts nourishing, sustaining power and lists a price of $1.00 at druggists. SCOTT & BOWNE, New York.
Petition to the Georgia Superior Court by Whitaker Holmes Perdue Woodall and Whitaker seeking incorporation of The Community Mills in Barnesville Pike County to found an Industrial Community to manufacture textiles and knit goods with branch plants, stock structure, and governance provisions, for twenty years with renewal.
C M Atwater proprietor offers reduced room rates for young men boarders on the third floor of the Matthews Hotel.
State of Georgia Pike County case shows New South Savings Bank cashier G. E. Huguley swore the financial statement is true. It lists overdrafts secured 6024.83 bonds stocks and other real estate due from banks 651,237.04 total deposits 42,911.47 time certificates 27,065.45 cash over 0 and other items. capital stock paid in 10,000.00.
An order from the Comptroller General directs Georgia Tax Receivers to shift return day to February 1 from March 1 this year. Taxpayers must pay state and county taxes on all they owned by that date, though the sum may be small for some.
Judge E. W. Hammond of Griffin will preach at the Baptist church in Barnesville Sunday morning at 11 o’clock. He is described as an interesting preacher and is expected to draw a good congregation.
The document outlines notes and bills discounted, demand loans, overdrafts, due from banks, securities, and various assets and liabilities. It includes figures for cash, deposits, profits, ands periods, with the cashier H. P. Powell attesting to the truth of the bank’s condition.
Griffin Georgia January 28 1898 testifies that Griffin club buys 250 to 300 tons annually through D J Proctor for Southern Phosphate Works Macon Ga. Redbone Goggans Barnesville and Lamont clubs commend guaranteed analysis fertilizers and Proctor. Visitors to Macon recount factory tour praising purity and state farmers should visit the factory.
Mr. J. L. Hunt will handle the Southern Phosphate goods at Barnesville Georgia this season and will be glad to see his friends and price them before they buy.
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