McKinley defeats Democrats in decisive election win
The article reports a strong Republican victory in the presidential election with William McKinley of Ohio elected next president. It criticizes the Democratic Party for abandoning its principles and leadership, naming Altgeld Tillman Jones and Howell, urging a return to Jefferson Jackson and Cleveland. It suggests Tuesday's results should reform the Democratic Party.
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William McKinley
Ohio
United States
Democratic Party
Chicago
Altgeld
Atkinson Favored for U.S. Senate in Legislature
The newspaper endorses W. Y. Atkinson for the United States Senate and urges the legislature to elect him, or consider alternatives such as Gen. Evans or Hoke Smith if needed. It urges voters to drop politics and return to business, arguing Atkinson has shown strength and would aid economic improvement.
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Atkinson
United States Senate
United States
Govenor
Howell
Clay
Robertson
Lewis
Gen. Evans
Henry G. Turner
Fleming DuBignon
Hoke Smith
J. H. Blount
W. Y. Atkinson
Political realignment noted in Georgia 1896 election year
The piece describes a broad realignment across parties in 1896 with Democrats, Populists, and Republicans shifting loyalties over free silver and platforms. It cites a Atlanta Republican rally where many former Democrats attended, signaling cross party support and a move toward sound money.
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Democratic
Republican Party
Palmer—Buckner
Gryan
Watson
Democratic Party
Georgia
Atlanta
McKinley
Sound Money Club
Sound Money
Election Results Spark Debate Over Politics’ Future
In the wake of the vote the change is underway and observers question what lies ahead for the political landscape. Analysts weigh potential shifts in power, policy focus, and public engagement as officials outline next steps.
Georgia Voter Pulse Endorses Evans Atkinson Gober
Citizens express support for Gen. Evans for governor and W. Y. Atkinson for U S Senator. They praise Judge Gober as incorruptible and worthy of the Supreme Court bench. The record notes Summers elected Fire Chief and committees named for Gordon Institute building work. Minutes approved.
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Mr .Prior
W. Y. Atkinson
South
National Assembly
Akinson
Atkinson
Georgia
Gen. Evans
Supreme Court
Gober
Red Hills
Judge Gober
U. S
Supreme Bench
G. L. Summers
Huguley
Gordon Institute
W. O. Marshburn
W. M. Howard
R. A. Stafford
W. B. Smith
A. O. Murphey
J. R. Pade
Barnesville Council Proceedings November 2 1896
Barnesville Georgia council hears monthly payments totals 1289.76 for dispensary waterworks street salaries and more. Street crossing on Sardis street to be finished this week. Reports dismissals in October police chief Watis submits. City attorney tasked to publish charter and school funding changes and electric water rents enforcement. Election of Chief of Fire department proposed.
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Barnesville
Huguley
Murphey
S. N. Woodward
Turner & Prout
Gordon Institute
Standard Oil Co
Brown & King Supply Co
Potts Thompson Liquor Co
A. & N. M. Block
Stafford
Street Committee
Sardis Street
Howard
Sale of Mill Property in Barnesville by Barnesville Savings Bank
Under a security deed dated October 15 1896 the Barnesville Underwear Mills in Pike County Georgia will be sold at public auction to satisfy debt to Barnesville Savings Bank. Property includes oil mill building with machinery, bleaching equipment, stock in process, yarns, fixtures, and notes. Auction held December first 1896 at the county courthouse in Zebulon. Financing details show a $5 000 note due February 12 1896 with $500 credit. Bank attorney S N Woodward.
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Georgia
Pike County
Barnesville Underwear Mills
Barnesville Savings Bank
Superior Court
Court House
Said County
Zebulon
Barnesville
County of
Pike
State of
R. R
Ann Street
S. N. Woodwardbd
Consumption Book Free on Request
Advertisement notes a consumption book available free upon request and also for sale by druggists at 50 cents and 3 dollars, indicating pricing and distribution channels.
How to train a pet squirrel to accept handling
The article advises patient training for a pet squirrel. Feed with a friendly clucking sound to signal feeding time, then gradually tame the animal so it will eat while observed. Process may take one or two days to reach this initial level of trust.
Handling a Bird in a Cage and Gentle Taming
The text instructs catching a bird in its cage without harming it, then using a cotton stuffed glove to soothe and train. It describes gradual handling, patience, and rewarding calm behavior until the bird tolerates being stroked and carried. It warns that the cat is the bird's deadly enemy.
Daughters of Confederacy questions on secession era
At a forthcoming Daughters of the Confederacy meeting a list of discussion prompts will explore why Southern states seceded, the Free Soil party, when the slavery issue heated in Congress, the House Speaker, the Omnibus or Compromise Bill, its introducers and year, Georgia State Rights platform, Georgia’s governor of the era, and the U S president at that time.
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Daughters of the Confederacy
Congress
House
Georgia
United States
Dr Bull's Cough Syrup Put Forward as Cure
An advertisement warns against neglecting coughs and cold and promotes Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as an instant remedy for throat and lung ailments. A Lowell Mass man, W H Mahoney, claims recovery after using the syrup and recommends it to friends. The ad notes a 25 cent price.
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Dr. Bull
Poland China pigs offered for low cost farming
H G Webb of Lafayette Alabama promotes profitable pig raising with four Poland China stock bred from thrift stock. He claims meat at low production cost and urges buyers to purchase four thoroughbreds to reach 300 to 500 pounds by twelve months. Satisfaction guaranteed with only the best pigs sold.
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H. G. Webb
LaFayette
Ala
Mr D A Stroud Resting at Home for Short Break
Mr D A Stroud is at home for a day or two, recovering from a brief ailment and resting with his family. No complications reported.
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D. A. Stroud
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Police Report
Bud Jenkins
Jane Belle Jenkins
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W. H. Watis
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