Georgia and national notes mix in May 1897 Gazette
The Barnesville Gazette surveys political and social tips amid national events. It notes Bryan versus Cleveland on democracy, speaks of Atlanta sensations, Greek Turkish conflict, French academy wheel advisory, McKinley plans for Hopkin s as minister to Greece, Sam Jones on corporal punishment, Sewall named minister to Hawaii, Rev Kelly moving to Richmond, Dubose graduates first in class at Annapolis, Atlanta banquet for Col Buck, Kentucky deadlock and DeBoe victory, and praises Judge Candler's views with advice on career focus.
Congressman Lester Predicts Civil Service Will Not Help Democrats
Congressman Lester of the First district doubts civil service reform will keep Democrats in power under the current Republican administration. He expresses confidence in his view, suggesting the party will lose influence.
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Lester
Civil Service
Tillman Attacks Senator Morgan as Senate Gridlocks
Ben Tillman blasts Senator Morgan in the United States Senate while observers lament ongoing stalemate and describe the body as ineffective and aimless in its current session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Tillman
Senator Morgan
United States Senate
Senate
America
Atlanta Medical Society Charges Three Physicians
The Medical Society of Atlanta filed professional conduct charges against three physicians for performing a skillful operation. The article notes the society as plaintiff and the physicians as the respondents with unspecified details.
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The
Medical Society of Atlanta
Washington shakeup replaces Interior chief clerk
The Republican administration moves Col. Emmet Wommack from his post as chief clerk in the interior department in Washington. A new Republican appointee takes his place.
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Washington
Col
Emmet Wommack
Georgia
Interior Department
Fishing party sails for Sattilla from Barnesville
A Barnesville fishing party departs next Monday at 8 PM for at least ten days. The Central railroad provided a favorable rate and a car for the trip. Members listed include J. W. Stafford J. L. Fogg C. O. Summers W. J. Vandivere Josh Martin W. M. Howard P. F. Matthews John T. Chambers F. M. Stephens W. H. Chambers H. H. Gray Joe Howard of Zebulon plus possibly two more. Good luck to them.
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Barnesville
Central Railroad
J. W. Stafford
J. L. Fogg
C. O. Summers
W. J. Vandivere
Josh Martin
W. M. Howard
P. F. Matthews
John T. Chambers
F. M. Stephens
W. H. Chambers
H. H. Gray
Joe Howard
Zebulon
Sunday bicycle riding condemned by Gazette protest
The Gazette protests Sunday bicycle riding urging proper observance of the Sabbath. It argues riding disrupts the day, wears Sunday clothes, and robs the nation of religious reverence, appealing for restraint and respect for old landmarks guiding government stability.
Political Goss!p from The Jackson Times hints at a congressional slate
The Jackson Times reports whispered moves to nominate Marcus W. Beck for Congress against incumbent Charles L. Bartlett. Col. O H B Bloodworth may seek the judgeship and Col. F Z Curry the solicitor post, with Bob Berner possibly aiming for Governor, all tied to a claimed corroborated slate.
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Jackson Times
Weat
Times
Butts
Congress
Marcus W. Beck
Flint Circuit
Charles L. Bartlett
Col
O. H. B. Bloodworth
F. Z. Curry
Bob Berner
Messrs Beck
Bartlett
Berner
the Times
Doctor declines Baltimore hospital post for Barnesville practice
Dr W J Cox received an offer to become physician for a Baltimore children’s hospital but prefers to remain in Barnesville to practice his profession. The decision emphasizes loyalty to his local community and continued service there.
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W. J. Cox
Baltimore
Sunday School Picnic Plans Set for May 14 at Goggansville
Barnesville Sunday Schools met at Blackburn's drug store to decide the picnic venue. They scheduled the event for Friday next week May 14 and began talks with the railroad company to secure travel accommodations under the same terms as previously.
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Barnesville
Blackburn
Goggansville
Fine Book Keeper Honored by State Treasurer
State treasurer and bank examiner Hon W. J. Speer praised Robert Holmes as one of the finest book keepers in the state after examining books of the Barnesville Savings Bank. The Gaz et te also calls him an excellent young man with a promising future.
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Barnesville Savings Bank
W. J. Speer
Robert Holmes
Speer
the Gazette
Holmes
Summers Buggy Co. Delivers Fine phaeton for Mrs Farley
The Summers Buggy Co. says the phaeton built for Mrs. W. A. Farley is ready for use. The vehicle is described as one of the prettiest to leave the factory and sure to attract attention.
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Summers Buggy Co
W. A. Farley
Molena High School Leader Announces Closing Exercises
Principal J Holmes Jordan of Molena High School says closing exercises will be May 24 and 25. Under his leadership the school has grown with over two pupils enrolled and strong attendance. Miss Sadie Harris serves as his assistant.
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J. Holmes Jordan
Barnesville
Molena High School
Sadie Harris
Europe Tour Bound for Alfred Willingham and Richmond Group
Mr Alfred Willingham a Gordon Institute graduate last year heads to Europe for a tour with Richmond college companions. He has many friends in Barnesville and has attended Richmond this year as part of the group preparing for the trip.
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Alfred Willingham
Gordon Institute
Europe
Richmond College
Barnesville
Conductor W M Ennis Heads for California Trip
Capt. W. M. Ennis, popular conductor, left Barnesville on a conductors excursion to California. The voyage will last about thirty days and the conductors are expected to have a delightful time.
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W. M. Ennis
Barnesville
California
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertisement spelling rewards and endorsements
One hundred dollar reward offered for an incurable case of catarrh. Cheney firm backed by West Truax Walpine Kinnan Marvin druggists of Toledo. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and said to affect blood and mucous membranes. Testimonials available. Price is 75 cents per bottle and sold by all druggists.
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Hall
J. Chenry & Co
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
West & Truax
O. Walpine, Kinnan &Marvin
O. Hall
Park addresses Y M C A group at Gordon Institute
Mr. C A Park of Macon, chairman of the state committee on college work, visited the Y M C A at Gordon Institute Sunday afternoon at 2 30 oclock. He is an active worker and enjoys the full confidence of the young men in this effort.
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C. A. Park
Macon
Gordon Institute
Park
Georgia
Peabody Institute for Colored Teachers Set in Barnesville
The Peabody Institute for colored teachers will be held in Barnesville from June 14 to 28. The state school commissioner will appoint lecturers, making it an important event. About two hundred teachers are expected to attend, with Mr Edward Elder, Pike County school commissioner, playing a major role in its success.
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Barnesville
Edward Elder
Pike County
Teachers Institute Planned at Warm Springs in June
A multi county teachers institute will be held at Warm Springs in mid June. Pike county teachers are expected to attend the event.
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Warm Springs
Pike County
Wesleyan Fe male College Seniors From Gordon Institute
Gordon Institute reports two graduates in Wesleyan Female College Macon Senior class this year. Miss Mary Mabbett and Miss Alice Myers earned readers places and were noted as bright pupils of Gordon Institute.
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Gordon Institute
Wesleyan Female College
Macon
Mary Mabbett
Alice Myers
Hodges Leaves Editorial Post at Barnesville Enterprise
Rev. H. A. Hodges has severed his connection with the Barnesville Enterprise and is no longer its editor.
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H. A. Hodges
Barnesville Enterprise
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure as an instant remedy for coughing. The copy emphasizes rapid relief and universal effectiveness.
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Col. Buck
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