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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1896
Page
4
A cautious note mentions a fearsome eyeing episode across parts of Texas last week. Officials urge calm while acknowledging potential disaster risks this year.
Judge Charles L. Bartlett receives many compliments for his record as the representative in Congress for the Sixth District. Local officials and citizens commend his work and leadership.
Sam M Inman a leading Southern business figure may relocate from Atlanta to New York. He has long contributed to Atlanta and to the state as a valued citizen and mentor.
Fire tore through Allenta causing $300,000 in property losses. The Markham hose, a longtime fixture, was destroyed by the blaze.
A public statement argues that detailing ongoing crimes serves little benefit to people and may spread fear, urging focus on prevention and safety instead.
The state railroad commission reduced the rate on canned fruits by more than half, benefiting canned fruit merchants. It urges a similar reduction for green fruit to aid growers and sellers.
The Sixth Congressional District Executive Committee met in Griffin and set June 24 in Macon as the nominating convention date and site. It appears Congressman C J Barnett will be renominated with no opponent. Mr Sullivan and proxy for W M Howard attended, with delegates suggested as W M Howard and R W Hale.
The issue of closing shops at 6 pm on weekdays is debated again. Merchants would gain rest and clerks would have recreation, while trade in June July and August remains quiet. Tus Gazerry promises public notice if merchants consent to 6 pm closures.
The Marvine church mission day last Sunday featured an engaging program with notable local talent and fine music. Rev. T. H. Timmons delivered a well received missionary sermon on the subject of missions, praised for its clarity. Miss Emily Allen of Forsyth lectured in the afternoon to great appreciation. The event left the community feeling the occasion was pleasant for all who attended.
Advice from the Pacific Health Journal urges patience and kindness at home. A calm demeanor and a tender look are said to ease a wife’s troubles, and the article recommends keeping Chamberlain's Cough Remedy on hand to show care and protect health. Sold by Jno. H. Bleckbury, Druggist.
The Pike County Confederate Veterans Association announces the July 23 1896 annual gathering at Bluff Springs Camp Ground with a full program and bucket dinner. Officers are named including Commander Mrs Ince Hunt and J H Baker as vice commanders. The event emphasizes attendance and family participation for the preservation of the organization.
At the last annual meeting of the Pike County Federated Veterans Association the commander was authorized to appoint a committee of one member and one lady from each district to raise funds for a memorial tablet in the Court house square. The committee will report at the next annual meeting July 23, 1896 at Bluff Springs camp ground. Appointments include Capt. E. J. Murphey and Mrs. W. H. Willis for Barnesville district and others across Milner Concord Molena Hollonville Eppinger Meansville Piedmont districts.
One hundred dollar reward offered for an incurable catarrh case. F J Cheney Co proprietors Volero Ohio. Chenys firm endorsers West Truxx Walding Kinnan Marvin attest to F J Cheney's honesty. Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally. price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Testimonials free.
Hop Fleming duBignon of Savannah will address Pike county residents at Zebulon next Tuesday May 26 at noon. A candidate for United States Senator he will discuss the financial question, urging sound money policies and urging voters to support democracy. A public invitation invites all to attend and notes a Barnesville visit may follow.
Daughters of the Confederacy hold an ice cream festival on the Anstiltule campus Saturday afternoon to raise funds for the Battle Abbey to be erected in Atlanta. Attendees enjoy treats and entertainment while supporting memorials for Confederate veterans.
Mr D P Davis of Goshen Virginia endorses Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism noting personal use and a brother's quick relief and recovery after one bottle. Sold by Jnc H Blackburn Druggist.
Rev H C Christian of California former Barnesville pastor preached at Barnesville Methodist Church Sunday morning and evening to large congregations. Rev Dr Duncan of Texas spoke at the Baptist Church Sunday morning with praise for the sermon. Pastor Dr J M Brittain delivered the evening sermon and administered baptism to converts.
In Macon last week Mr. W P Ridley faced trial for breaking open letters and embezzlement. Evidence showed no crime occurred as letters lay in his office, unmarked and unused for months, and witnesses supported his innocence. Col S N Woodard represented him.
Mr. Erle Lewis and Miss Georgia English married at Unionville last Sunday. Lewis works for Mr. Jackson G. Smith and the couple will reside in the city.
The passage extols Syrup of Figs as a gentle, effective laxative from the California Fig Syrup Co. It claims sickness often stems from system constipation and promises internal cleansing without harming organs. It warns buyers to ensure the genuine product from reputable druggists and notes medical care for actual diseases.
Mrs J J Cannafax a respected lamont area resident died early Saturday after a lingering illness. She was buried near her home Saturday afternoon with Undertaker Summits in charge of the interment.
Friends of Rev and Mrs W W Brinsfield express sympathy after their year old daughter Eudora died in Atlanta Saturday afternoon from dysentery. Burial was Sunday at 3 PM from St Pauls Methodist Episcopal church in Atlanta. Earlier reports claimed scarlet fever which proved mistaken. The Brinsfields returned Monday afternoon.
The voters of Pike County Georgia will elect a sheriff at all precincts on Saturday June 6 1896 to fill the unexpired term caused by the death of Wm C Gwyn late sheriff. Official signature of Ordinary Tuomas J Blasi ngame dated May 2 1896.
A reward of ten dollars is offered by J. J. Rocorns of Barnesville Ga ff for the arrest of any person who cuts telephone wires. Proof of conviction is required.
A breakdown at the Water works station caused a multi day cutoff from Saturday afternoon through Tuesday with only brief recoveries. Businesses like cotton mills and hosiery plants halted operations due to lack of water while hotels strained to supply its own. A malfunctioning air brake shut the system, but a replacement arrived and the pump is now functioning.
Mr English and Miss Ruth Di mas were united in marriage at Marvin church in Goggans last Sunday by Rev. J. F. Graham. The couple are popular in their community and many friends extend congratulations.
Mr. J. L. Kennedy has a force of men at work this week on Granite Hall and will soon upgrade the opera house with new scenery a drop curtain and opera chairs. Many other improvements will be made to greatly beautify the hall.
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