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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1896
Page
4
Hon Hoke Smith is described as the best equipped man in Georgia for United States Senate, highlighting his qualifications and fitness for the role. The remark emphasizes experience, leadership, and readiness to serve at the national level.
The piece reflects on dying words and sympathy, praises William J. Bryan, and previews Georgia political moves. It names Evan Howell, Gov. W. Y. Atkinson, Gen. C. A. Evans, A. S. Clay, E. P. Howell, and Pat Walsh as potential U.S. Senate candidates.
There is no doubt about Bartletts election to Congress from the sixth district and it will be by a very large majority.
As ballots count next Tuesday the outcome remains uncertain with Bryan and McKinley as the leading candidates. The final result hinges on the tally and voter turnout.
The Hon. W. L. Peek withdraws from the Fifth district congressional race leaving Livingston the Democrat and Hendrix the Republican as the remaining candidates. The piece extols Gen. Clemant A. Evans as a worthy alternative and notes Samuel Spencer has been reelected president of the G. S. & F. Railroad, a leading southern railroad man and Georgian.
The piece argues Charles R Crisp may win the unexpired Congressional term in Georgia's Third district as a tribute to his father. It also notes Charles F Crisp's strong local support and mentions Gen. Clement A Evans as a favored candidate for U S Senate, with broad backing in Barnesville and beyond.
Speaker Crisp dies suddenly in Atlanta on Friday afternoon. The Georgian ex-speaker, about to be elected to the U S Senate by the Georgia legislature, was in feeble health. A trusted statesman with a stainless private life, his loss fills Georgia and the nation with mourning and respect.
The Marietta judge George F. Gober seeks a Supreme Court seat amid accusations of political manipulation. The piece argues many better qualified lawyers exist and questions his record as a Superior Court judge, citing published doubts and demagogic appeals.
Death spares none whether rich or poor, healthy or sick, as the narrator reflects on two men in Barnesville and Atlanta who died, noting that both face judgment before the great white throne despite differing earthly fortunes and honors.
The piece discusses Gov. Atkinson as a leading candidate for the United States Senate after Hon. Charles F. Crisp's death. It argues he should not run to avoid costly statewide elections and urges him to remain governor for two more years, allowing another to seek the senate seat.
The piece notes abundant southern cotton in warehouses selling at about seven cents instead of eight, with weight loss and costs. It cites Barnesville as one example among many and argues the policy blocks trade, leaves debts unpaid, and halts business. It warns cotton should be sold as soon as gathered to avoid losses.
At a Tuesday Atlanta caucus of senators Hon. Robert L. Berner of the 22nd district was chosen president of the Georgia State Senate. The selection was described as well deserved and fitting for his services to the Democratic party.
The Savannah Press quotes the Barnesville Gazette declaring that punishment is due for guilt. It argues that lack of punishment de moralizes society and that courts must be strict in discharging their duty to uphold justice.
A New York Journal image depicting Ben Milner, a Black man who was lynched near here, is criticized by Griffin News as misrepresenting the event and distance from the scene.
The upcoming Tuesday on November 3rd is described as a pivotal presidential election. The piece notes worldwide interest and widespread anticipation, while stating the final outcome remains speculative.
The State Democratic Executive Committee in Atlanta directs each county to select two delegates per state representative to a convention in Atlanta on November 18 to nominate four supreme court judges. The county primary or mass meeting to choose delegates shall be held November 14.
An advertisement asserts Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh as a constitutional disease. It claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, offering one hundred dollars if it fails to cure. Address F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio. price 75 cents.
It is said the New York Journal is losing ten thousand dollars weekly and when the Gazette reaches the same pace its editor will leave the business.
Barnesville paid tribute as Crisp’s remains passed through on a 9:30 Sunday morning train. The Barnesville Blues and Gordon Institute Cadets joined a large delegation led by Mayor Huguley in escorting the hearse to Americans, with Lt. Goodwyn and Lt. Swatts among accompanying officers.
Gov Atkinson will be inaugurated in Atlanta on Saturday with a large military pageant expected. Railroads including Southern Central and Seaboard will provide free transportation to Georgia en listed troops attending the inaugural exercises.
SPECIAL NOTICE The circus season has arrived. Ring land Bros. circus Monday Nov 2 at Atlanta Tuesday Nov 3 at Macon. Forepaugh and Sells Bros Tuesday Nov 10 at Macon Wednesday Nov 11 at Atlanta. Central of Ga R R will sell round trip tickets to Macon 1.70 and to Atlanta 2.40. Tickets limited two days. W J Vandivere agt.
The Barnesville Floral club announces a Chrysanthemum show in November. The event aims to delight the public and deserves strong support from both men and women, with special appeal to ladies.
Mrs. Annie Sanford Cochrane, president of the Shakespearean Club, has arranged for club members to attend Prof. E. C. Branson's psychology lectures in the institute chapel each Saturday at 9 o'clock. The talks, aimed at the Normal department class, offer members a beneficial treat.
A promoter urges farmers to invest in Poland China pigs to obtain cheap meat with high weight gains. He claims weight of 300 to 500 pounds at twelve months and promises satisfaction with stock bred from top quality lines. Orders invited from H G Webb LaFayette Alabama.
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