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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1895
Page
4
The Atlanta Journal is highlighted as one of the best papers in the country, reflecting its strong reputation and wide readership.
The community mourns the passing of Rev George BR McCall a well known Macon minister who died last Sunday night. Emory College opens with the largest attendance in its history marking Georgia’s strong educational growth. Tom Watson loses in the Tenth district to Maj J C C Black by about 1600 votes. Moody to visit Atlanta next month to lead a revival attracting widespread interest. The cotton market rises from four to nine cents per pound under Cleveland's administration. The South gains favorable attention and is described as the best section of the Union. The Liberty Bell is expected to outshine the Atlanta Exposition in public interest.
The report highlights broad business strength with widespread debt settlements and timely payments. Officials note improving cash flow and consumer confidence fueling steady activity across industries.
A concerned reader condemns parents who allow a young son to smoke cigarettes. The note highlights health risks and calls for stricter guidance to protect the family from illness and social harm.
In a swift session the Texas legislature enacted a law prohibiting prize fights. The report notes the era of prize fighting is ending in the United States as the day nears.
Mississippi remains sole state to advocate free and unlimited coinage of silver while more than six others press for sound money. The division highlights sharp fiscal policy splits during the period.
Tennessee hosts its own exposition this year, a state show timed with a bountiful harvest, signaling a likely successful event.
The exposition will not open on Sunday and the directors’ decision earns state approval. The editors express surprise yet gratification at the action.
The report notes gold flowing back to the United States from Europe as a sign of improving sentiment. Observers express hope the trend continues but caution that reserve-related laws may need review to sustain stability.
Mr George W Truitt of Troup County plans a cotton crop of 230 bales this year on a ten horse farm with ample other farm produce. He expects good money from the crop.
Observers say the condition of farmers in Southern Georgia is better now than in the recollection of the oldest inhabitants. Across regions, conditions are reported as better than in several past years.
The report suggests Tom Watson may run for governor. It notes his experience in the Tenth district could inform a campaign, but warns that challenges in a gubernatorial race could multiply.
Walton County voters face a new road tax of 15 cents per hundred dollars in addition to the existing county levies as the recently enacted road law takes effect. The measure aims to fund local road maintenance and improvements.
The Americas Times-Recorder editor, a woman, advocates using a large hickory stick to kill the offending party to settle disputes. The view is condemned as a new doctrine inconsistent with the old order and surprising for a newspaper she controls to publish.
Barnesville reports strong cotton activity with buyers bidding high. Warehouse men quote daily prices and handle samples, offering farmers protection and guidance to secure the best price and fair treatment.
Editorial urges rapid highway improvements in Georgia and nationwide. It cites Democratic platforms in New York and Massachusetts on road upgrades and supports convict labor use to build permanent roads. The piece calls for a strong stance by the Georgia Democratic convention and lasting road policies.
Not what she says but Hood's Sarsaparilla does tell the story of its merit and success. The advertisement emphasizes Hood's cures and suggests the remedy’s effectiveness for various ailments.
Chattanooga Mayor Warwick credits the Liberty bell's journey from Philadelphia to Atlanta with bridging divides and uniting the nation. He speaks at Lookout Mountain noting the bell’s symbolic power to bind one nation and one liberty, as northern and southern people benefit from the gesture.
The Central Railroad of Georgia was sold at public outcry in Savannah on Monday for 2 million dollars. The reorganization committee purchased the line which will operate as an independent railroad with H. M. Comer named president.
In the latest Cuban war clash between San Arribia and San Fernando insurgents led by General Marceo faced Spanish troops commanded by General Exchalque. The insurgent force included 3000 infantry and 800 cavalry against 1300 infantry and 300 cavalry. The seven hour battle ended with insurgents routed and 180 dead or wounded. General Maceo was shot and carried from the field.
The Southern Railway Company has bought most major lines in this section. The reader wonders about consequences for public interest and urges strict enforcement of the pew laws if needed.
Last Friday Macon saw a traditional cotton procession with about one hundred wagons loaded with cotton. The line was led by a brag bend and the event was largely composed of Crawford county participants.
Chief Marshall Willis arrested Sam King from Thomaston last Sunday as he came near the gosashun. A warrant for theft led to his detention and he was sent back to Thomaston Monday to await the court convening.
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows in Birnesville reports strong growth with many new members. Meetings are described as full of interest and the lodge continues to build its membership and activity.
Dr Bryan J Clark departed Tuesday for Baconton on a tender mission. He married Miss Lilla Jackson yesterday at 4 pm and reception followed. They plan to live with Dr and Mrs M A Clark on Themaston Street in Barnesville this evening.
An old advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and cannot be cured by local applications. It claims nine of ten cases come from catarrh and offers a $100 reward for any deafness case caused by catarrh not cured by All's Catarrh Cure, with circles sent free and sales through Druggists for 75 cents.
Knowledge praises Syrup of Figs for cleansing the system and easing colds fevers and constipation. The advertisement claims it acts on kidneys liver and bowels without weakening them and warns buyers to choose the California Fig Syrup Co product with its label on every package.
The Telegraph reports Mr. S. S. Coggins of Beeks Pike county was robbed in a Macon hotel or restaurant room. He was deprived of nearly $200 by a band of robbers. Detectives were assigned but no arrests announced.
Messrs Turner and Prout are building a new brick office at their Planing Mills on Railroad street to quieten office work by machinery noise. The new building will house samples of wallpaper paints and glass and other goods. The community applauds the firm’s success.
The association of colored churches met at the Baptist church in Barnesville led by Rev J H Durignon. It was very largely attended Friday to Sunday with about 5000 people present and reports indicate a successful session with orderly conduct and no trouble.
Pike Superior court convenes in Zebulon on Monday October 21 with Judge Marcus W. Beck presiding. Only jury cases and each motion the judge can dispose of will be heard due to the new courthouse building. A term is expected early in the new year.
Mrs Culberson, wife of Texas Governor, reportedly opposed calling the legislature to halt the prize fight. In a Chicago interview she urged allowing the fight to proceed, noting unexpected reactions from women across the country.
A tax collection notice announces a state and county tax collection visit in Milner on Wednesday October 16 from 10 4 to 5 p.m. and in Barnesville on Thursday October 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The purpose is to collect taxes.
Southern Railway will sell tickets on October 16 for a first class round trip limit fare. Tickets are limited to return by October 30, 1895.
In Barnesville a buyer will pay the highest market price for cotton seed. Mr S Ramsbotham is in the market and ready to purchase all seed offered in the area. Farmers are urged to sell their seed to him for top value.
Officials of the Central railroad publish an illustrated book titled Fruits of Industry edited by Pleasant A. Stovall of the Savannah Press. The volume highlights country industries along the line and includes two pages on Barnesville with images of Gordon Institute, the J. G. Smith repository, and Barnesville Underwear Mills.
The home of Mrs. Sarah Reeves was threatened by a fire Tuesday night when a Alcamp was knocked over by a child, setting wallpaper aflame and scorching walls. Quick action stopped the blaze and saved the house.
After selling the Central railroad, reports say H M Comer will serve as president and the line will operate independently. It is hoped this latter claim proves accurate.
The annual convention of the Grand Lodge Free and Accepted Masons state of Georgia will meet in Macon on Oct 29 for a three day session. Attendance is expected to be large from across the state.
The Liberty Bell drew an ovation on its Tuesday arrival and is placed in the Pennsylvania building at the exposition, expected to be one of the show’s most interesting sights.
Ex Congressman T B Cabaniss of the Sixth District arrived yesterday from Forsyth and was seen in Barnesville. He has recently been in the West holding a government post. Barnesville residents praised his health and noted strong cotton arrival and favorable prices for farmers this season.
Public urge grows for visitors to attend the Atlanta exposition billed as the South's finest event with demonstrations and exhibits aimed at drawing regional attention and participation.
The Central railroad was sold at public outcry Monday for 2,000,000. The property will be reorganized.
The store house of J. W. Stafford & Sons is crowded with goods and a little army of salesmen kept constantly on the run waiting on customers. This is one of the largest firms in the area.
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