Moody tabernacle dedicated in Atlanta
The great Moody tabernacle was dedicated in Atlanta last Sunday.
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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1895
Page
4
The great Moody tabernacle was dedicated in Atlanta last Sunday.
Governor Atkinson commends a legislative message while a $1500 reward is posted for the capture of Myers the escaped murderer from Atlanta. Tom Watson intends to contest Major Black's seat from the seventh district asserting no grounds for the challenge exist.
Senator David B. Hill tours Ohio urging democracy and stoking Campbell enthusiasm. Farmers are urged to limit 1896 cotton planting, predicting better prospects next year. Georgia’s resources are strong and growth continues. Macon’s government club resumes activity for the campaign. James E. Campbell, Democratic Ohio governor candidate, faces a tough race.
Hon H B Plant, president of the Plant System, received notable honors this week during an exposition celebrating his seventy sixth birthday. The event highlighted his long service in railway leadership and public regard for his contributions to transportation.
The farmers of Georgia are in much better condition than for several years and if they will continue the plan they have followed this year their condition will continue to improve.
The year’s sugar crop in Louisiana is projected at 710 million pounds, rising by 114 million pounds from last year despite the bounty repeal.
An exchange argues politics and whiskey dominate national concerns while work and economy lag. The writer notes evident excess of whiskey devotion among some people and warns impact on public priorities.
The Newnan Herald-Advertiser says Gov. Atkinson will run for the U S Senate and would campaign actively if he enters. He also recommends amending the constitution to provide for electing a lieutenant governor simultaneously with the governor. The suggestion is regarded as good.
In Atlanta during President Cleveland's visit a minimal Georgia legislature session occurred. The Gate City Guards deemed it worthwhile to invite the lawmakers to participate in the notable event.
Judge Turner in his annual report advocates renewing the convict lease system with act modifications to reduce road labor costs. He argues leasing remains the most economical and desirable method for the state's criminals, claiming the present plan is unfair to taxpayers.
The Georgia Cracker comments on Democratic stance on finance. It asserts Democrats favor both gold and silver but oppose unlimited silver coinage. It warns against free silver optimism, blaming tariff agitation for mistaken views and predicting eventual public discernment.
A Boston paper notes an arresting 1995 street scene with a man in trousers and a cutaway coat then in petticoats, and records a celebrated first wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs John Brownsmith amid a crowd. The piece ponders future social status and reactions to evolving norms.
In a compelling address to the legislature Governor Atkinson argues the Comptroller General’s report shows tax values do not reflect real market worth. He condemns individuals as de facto tax assessors and urges a system to ensure fair, uniform valuations and protection for honest taxpayers.
Gideon Wild, a near sixty regular at the Mandeville club, changes routine after his wife's death. On Christmas Eve a cloaked figure resembling his late wife beckons him to leave, and Wild later reveals he has remarried his housekeeper who now shares the wardrobe and likeness. Dalby and others saw the ghost, but Wild keeps the mystery, returning to the club each night at ten.
The St James Gazette portrays a Turkish farm laborer living in a sun dried mud hovel with a single windowless room and livestock shed nearby. It notes his frugality, simple diet of bread and crushed wheat porridge with butter, occasional fried eggs, and rare coffee, yet praises his strength and willingness to work long hours.
An old gentleman recalls John’s quest to make his mark in town. He jokes that John writes to the papers claiming he is the best butcher and offers lower prices than any rival. The exchange captures small town ambition and pride in a local tradesman.
Knowledge and comfort attend the liquid laxative Syrup of Figs. The remedy cleanses the system without weakening organs and relieves colds headaches fevers and constipation. Sold by druggists 50c and 1 bottles manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co with its name on every package.
Barnesville plans multiple improvements with several new enterprises in motion. The community anticipates success from these efforts as local development accelerates.
A Griffin Georgia resident reports nervousness sleeplessness dizziness and heart region pains. After taking Hood's Sarsaparilla five bottles and Hood's Pills he says his appetite improved and he can sleep well. The ad asserts Hood's Pills cure sick headache and biliousness.
The Reeves Boys announce more good news and invite customers to trade with them as they emphasize strong push and value in their offers. See their ad for details.
An Annapolis Maryland letter dated April 16 1894 praises Chamberlins Pain Balm as the best remedy for rheumatism and deep seated muscular pains. A Mechanisville Maryland note says it cured a long standing rheumatism in one bottle. Additional items note local druggists selling it for 50 cents, Mrs J T Chambers Jr traveling to Atlanta for the exposition, and John Crouch of Oakland entering his daughter at Gordon Institute.
Advertises that deafness cannot be cured by local applications and promotes All's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Carney & Co. of Toledo Ohio. Claims 100 dollar reward for any deafness due to catarrh not cured by the remedy. Sold by druggists for 75 cents.
Miss Mary Spence of Gadeden Alabama visits city as cousin Laura Spence hosts. Miss Mattie Means from Pleasant Hill visits Mrs M M Elliott and heads to the exposition. Mr and Mrs J L Hunt and Miss Conny Hurt traveled to Atlanta yesterday to spend several days at the exposition.
I H Adams of Eatonton stayed with Mrs B K Cook's family in the city last week before departing Thursday for Atlanta to attend the exposition.
The General Missionary Convention meets in Dallas Texas October 18 to 25 1895. The Southern Railway offers first class round trip tickets for sale October 16 with return validity to October 30 1895.
Agent Vandivere of the Central railroad reports ticket sales to Atlanta from Barnesville average twenty per day. The steady flow indicates strong local travel to the exposition and confirms Barnesville as a key railroad hub with substantial business for Central.
The Matthews Hotel has welcomed many travelers in recent weeks as the register shows a large daily influx. Manager Brown is supporting the traveling public and maintaining high standards at the hotel.
An old advertisement touts Bucken’s Arnica Salve as the best cure for sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It promises satisfaction or money refunded and lists price at 25 cents per box with sale by S. B. Burr Jr.
Price Baking Powder Company of Chicago offers a free copy of Table and Kitchen with over 400 pastry and home cookery receipts. It includes table setting and dining room hints and is available to any lady mailing name town and state. German or Scandinavian readers may receive a copy as well.
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