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Newspaper

Barnesville Gazette

Location

Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1896

Page

4

McKinley Poised as Republican Presidential Nominee

McKinley appears certain to secure the Republican nomination and leads the current race, signaling a strong path to the presidency.

Fleming G. duPignon May Seek Senate Seat

The note expresses hope that Fleming G. duPignon will be sent to the United States Senate and serve as a worthy representative.

Fleming G. duPignon United States Senate Mke

Selecting the Best Men for Local Office

A public call urging voters to choose good men for all county and local offices. The writer emphasizes selecting the best candidates consistently to ensure competent governance.

Cuba Freedom Hopes Rise for the Gem of the Antilles

Writings express a belief that Cuba should be free and that liberty will arrive in time. The phrase gem of the Antilles is used to describe Cuba, signaling strong pro liberty sentiment.

Cuba

Suicide of Tom Mallary Shocks Community

Tom Mallary, described as a well respected Black man, killed himself Friday night by taking laudanum, leaving residents stunned by the tragedy.

Tom Mallary Landanum

Tennessee Race Endorses Taylor for Governor and Free Silver

Tennessee democracy backs Bob Taylor for governor and champions free silver. Taylor previously served as governor after defeating his brother, a Republican, in a prior term.

Tennessee Bob Taylor Taylor

Spalding County Legislative Race Turns Lively

The contest for the Spalding county legislature features Judge Boynton and Col Mills. The piece notes rising activity and hints at Boynton gaining momentum as the race heats up.

Spalding County Judge Boynton Col. Mills Boynton

Atlanta Forms Two Large Sound Money Clubs

Atlanta forms two sizable sound money clubs one for old men and another for young men. Fulton County shows overwhelming support for sound money.

Atlanta Fulton County

Confederate Battle Abbey to Be Located in Atlanta

The proposal calls for the Confederate Battle Abbey to be established in Atlanta, described as the most enterprising city in the south. It urges every Georgian to support Atlanta as the site.

Atlanta South

Judge Logen Bleckley Senate Candidacy Questioned

Readers question whether Judge Logen Bleckley truly seeks the United States Senate seat or is making a joke in response to rumors. The debate centers on his recent public remarks and the political implications.

Logen F. Bleckley Bis United States Senate

Bartlett No Opponent in Congressional Race

The article notes that Hon. Charles L. Bartlett does not object to a marked race for Congress without opposition. It presents him as a capable congressman who would be very hard to beat.

Charles L. Bartlett Congress

Train Wreck Kills and Injures Excursionists near Savannah

A fearful wreck struck the Florida Central and Peninsular line near Savannah on Monday. The train carried excursionists and several persons were killed and injured in the crash.

Florida Gentral and Peninsular Savannah

Weahall urges Lawson retention in Congress

Weahall regrets it if Lawson is not returned to Congress as representative from the Eiglith district. He is counted among the ablest men from the south and should be retained in Congress.

Weahall Lawson Congress Eiglith South

Methodist Conference Denounces Tobacco Use in Cleveland

The Methodist Episcopal general conference in Cleveland Ohio condemns tobacco as a useless and filthy habit. The remarks emphasize the harm and social undesirability of tobacco consumption during the session.

Methodist Episcopal General Conference Cleveland Ohio

Paris to Atlanta: Merchant J M High Retires and Closes Firms

Mr J M High a leading southern merchant cabled from Paris that health requires his retirement and the firm will close its business at once. The message states the closure of operations by the Atlanta firm.

J. M. High South Atlanta Paris

Speaker Chap Blocks Repeal Bill on 10 Percent Bank Tax

Reliable reports say Speaker Chap killed a bill repealing the 10 percent tax on state banks in Congress. Some Banking and Currency Committee members attribute the move to Mr Crisp and his allies.

Chap Congress Committee On Banking and Currency Crisp

Hoke Smith Endorses Sound Money Policy

The speaker states Hon Hoke Smith is not a candidate for any public office and is addressing citizens in support of sound money and sound politics, performing commendable service.

Hoke Smith

David Hillis Affirms Dedication to Democratic Candidate

In a recent speech, David B. Hillis declared his commitment to work for the Democratic candidate and platform regardless of campaign outcomes. He asserted he will be found supporting the party’s nominee and policies, no matter what lies ahead.

David B. Hillis

The Legislative Race for Pike County Nomination

The Pike County Democratic nomination for Georgia representative features Col. John F. Redding of Birneeville and Dr. B. M. Owen of Hollowville as candidates. The Gazette urges voters to choose the most suitable nominee for the party’s future success and welfare, cautioning about a tough general election ahead.

Pike County General Assembly of Georgia John F. Redding Birneeville B. M. Owen Hollowville Gazette Democratic Party

Pike County Democratic Primary Urges Regional Representation

The Pike County Democratic voters face June 6 through a primary with many strong candidates for county offices. The editorial urges selecting a ticket that gives each county section a representative to ensure local interest and competitiveness in the general election.

Pike County

Crisp Opposes Discussion in Senate Candidacy Row

The piece criticizes Judge Crisp for refusing a joint debate with Fleming G. duBignon on the U.S. Senate race and May discuss the proposed June primary. It notes Crisp’s health and his prior pledge to canvass the state and hold discussions on financial issues. It suggests the public is being denied a full hearing and that duBignon will press for the issue independently.

Crisp United States Senate Fleming G. duBignon Senate duBignon Duc Bignon

How to Treat a Wife from Pacific Health Journal

A guide advises choosing a patient husband and keeping kindness at home. It urges avoiding a clouded brow and suggests frequent tender words and looks to ease a wife’s trials. The article promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as essential in the house and notes sale by Jac H Blackburn, Druggist.

Pacific Health Journal Chamberlain Jac. H. Blackburn

作者 Rev. Rolfe Hunt 获赞为新兴作家

Congregational Methodist 杂志称赞 Rev. Rolfe Hunt 不仅在本圈内广为阅读 还为全国主流期刊撰写深刻文章 其题为“Shame lost in Power” 的讲道被认为在布道中获得高度评价。

Rolfe Hunt Congregational Methodist Bro Hunt Rom

Capture of Taylor Delk Stirs Pike County Grief and Resolve

The capture of Taylor Delk by Detective Loorey of Atlanta is celebrated in Pike County while concern grows over the fugitives Tom Delk and Tom Langford. Citizens demand swift trials for the murder of Sheriff Gwyn and call for no further delays before the special May term in Zebulon.

Taylor Delk Loorey Atlanta Pike County Fulton County Tow Delk Sherff Gwyn Tom Delk Zebulon Pike Tom Deik Tom Langford Old Taylor Delk

Hall's Catarrh Cure Reward Offer

An advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for a cure of catarrh that Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot perform. It cites endorsements from F J Carney Co and West Truax Walding Kinnan Marvin druggists in Toledo Ohio and promotes internal use of the cure at 75 cents per bottle with testimonials available.

Hall F. J. Carney & Co Oledo F. J. Cheney West & Truax Toledo Walding, Kinnan & Marvin Wholsale Ohio

Ice Cream Festival to Benefit Battle Abbey Fund

On Saturday May 23 the Daughters of the Confederacy will host an ice cream festival at Gordon Institute campus to aid the Battle Abbey fund. The event aims for broad community attendance with social features and a special rule suspend for institute pupils on site. Local support urged to raise a large sum for Barnesville.

Daughters of the Confederacy Gordon Institute Battle Abbey Barnesville

Death of Macon Hebrew Leader Mr Sol Waxelbaum

Prominent Macon Hebrew citizen Sol Waxelbaum died last week. His life was insured for 78000 dollars according to the report.

Sol Waxelbaum Macon

Secretary Carlisle to Speak in Savannah Georgia

Secretary Carlisle is expected to deliver an address in Savannah and likely travel to other Georgia points. The trip signals continued outreach by the administration to southern states and regional audiences.

Carlisle Savannah Georgia

Gladness From Figs Laxative Promoted For Health

The article extols Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective laxative that cleanses internally without weakening the body. It emphasizes buying the genuine California Fig Syrup Co product through reputable druggists and notes its widespread use by healthy families and those seeking regularity.

Mare California Fig Syrup Co

Bennett Wins Griffin Gordon Institute Chapel Contract

A. O. Bennett of Griffin secures the bid for erecting the Gordon Institute chapel and armory as the best submitted. An election on the bond issue will be ordered next week with 30 days notice before voting. If bonds pass, construction starts immediately and the chapel and electric light plant will be installed, promising growth for Barnesville.

A. O. Bennett Griffin Gordon Institute Barnesville

Goshen liveryman backs Chamberlain Pain Balm

Mr D P Davis of Goshen Virginia endorses Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism citing personal use. He recalls a year ago his brother suffered inflammatory rheumatism and was bedbound until one bottle relieved pain and cured him. Sold by Jnc H Blackburn Druggist.

D. P.davis Goshen Chamberlain Jnc H. Blackburn

Mitchell for Treasurer in Democratic Primary

William H. Mitchell announces his candidacy for county treasurer in the Democratic primary on June 6. Supporters praise his popularity, character, and qualifications, noting Barnesville will likely back his bid and urging Democratic voters to consider him.

W'il'am H. Mitchell Barnesville

Evangelist Mack Preaches Twice at Presbyterian Church

Dr. 7. B. Mack, synodical evangelist of the Presbyterian church for Georgia, preached Thursday and Friday nights to good congregations. He also spoke at both morning and evening services Sunday at the Metherst church.

7. B. Mack Presbyterian Church Metherst Church Presbyterian Church For Georgia

Dr J M Zebala for County Commissioner

Announcement endorses Dr J M Zebala as head of Zebala and a capable businessman. It urges Democratic voters to consider his qualifications and support nomination and election.

J. M Zebala

Pike County Georgia Sheriff Election Notice 1896

The voters of Pike County Georgia are told of an election to fill the unexpired term caused by the death of Sheriff William O Gwyn. The election will be held at precincts across the county on Saturday June 6 1896. Official signature of Ordinary Thomas J Blasingame dated May 2 1896.

Georgia Pike County Said County Wm. O. Gwyn Thomas J. Blasingame

Judge T J Blasingame for Ordinary Nomination

Judge T J Blasingame announces his candidacy for ordinary in the upcoming democratic primary on June 6. He is described as a competent and faithful officer who has earned general satisfaction and popularity across the county. The endorsement urges voters to consider his proven service.

T. J. Blasingame Judge Blasingame

Reward for Arrest of Wires Cutters in Barnesville

A $10 reward is offered by J. J. Rogers of Barnesville Gaff for the arrest of any person cutting telephone wires, with proof to convict.

J. J. Rogers

Jolly Crowd Heads to Satilla River Camp

The Cit Fish club departed Monday for a ten day fishing camp on the Satilla river. Enthusiastic anglers from J. W. Stafford W. M. Howard J. L. Fogg J. M. Means W. J. Vandivere Summers P. F. Matthews J. T. Chambers Jr. RB O Cotter J. C. Collier E. W. Elder Edward Eider will join as Mr. F. M. Gorey sails tonight to join the party.

Cit Satilla Alli J. W. Stafford W. M. Howard J. L. Fogg J. M. Means W. J. Vandivere Co Summers P. F. Matthews J. T. Chambers Jr RB O Cotter J. C. Collier E. W. Elder Edward Eider F. M. Gorey

Secretary Hoke Smith Declines Gordon Institute Address

Hon. Hoke Smith secretary of the interior cannot attend the Gordon Institute graduation on June 17th due to duties in Washington. He regrets the inability to be present. It is not known who will deliver the commencement address.

Hoke Smith Interior Gordon Institute Washington

Picnic at Potato Creek Among Barnesville Youth

A Thursday afternoon picnic at Potato Creek featured Barnesville youths W H Rogers and Miss Willie Hightower, A S Hardy and Miss Mabel Lambdin, C A Hunt and Miss Julie Harris, F M Stephens and Miss Susie Harrs, C H Perdue and Miss Maybelle Veal, Robert Holmes and Miss May Lambdia.

Potato Creek Barnesville W.H. Rogers Willie Hightower A.S. Hardy Mabel Lambdin C. A. Hunt Julie Harris F. M. Stephens Susie Harrs C. H. Perdue Maybelle Veal Robert Holmes May Lambdia

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