Gordon Institute enrollment grows with diverse out of state pupils
The Barnesville Gazette reports Gordon Institute's fall term enrollment rising with many new pupils. President Pound notes students already enrolled from Texas, Alabama, Florida, Illinois, West Virginia, New Jersey, and Georgia. He says patronage spans wide regions and departments are in good condition, forecasting a successful term.
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Gordon Institute
Pound
Texas
Alabama
Florida
Illinois
West Virginia
New Jersey
Georgia
Bartlett Headlines Georgia Campaign Visits by Congressman
Hon. Charles L. Bartlett of Georgia’s Sixth District toured the city this week canvassing for the Democratic Party. The respected legislator is praised for his service in state and national bodies and his strong popularity with constituents.
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Charles L. Bartlett
Georgia
Democratic Party
Bartlett
Congress
Circulation of Candidates Aims to Boost Voter Turnout
Candidates begin canvassing the public to mobilize voters ahead of the upcoming election. Officials expect normal interest with no unusual activity or rallies anticipated.
Foreseeable Weather Views Amid Rain or Shine
A reflective note on weather expectations and human perspective. despite predictions of either excess rain or drought, outcomes tend to align favorably in the end. The speaker argues human sight is limited and outcomes reveal broader balance.
Stevens Proposes Fee diverted for agricultural aid plan
The article argues for O. B. Stevens the democratic candidate for commissioner of agriculture proposing to divert 25 000 of fertilizer inspection fees to fund agricultural education. He envisions 240 Georgia boys in four years through scholarships and loans to attend technological schools and colleges, with repayment enabling further loans. He notes the strong Democratic majority expected in the state election.
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O. B. Stevens
Agricultural Department
Stevens
Agricultural
Georgia
Technological School
The
Agricultural College
Obituary of Mr B J Lunquest of Forsyth and Griffin Georgia
Mr B J Lunquest died suddenly of paralysis of the heart in Forsyth Georgia in September 1898. He was born in Charleston South Carolina and moved to Griffin Georgia as a child. He served in the Civil War in the Baxter Guards at age fifteen and later in Company B 2nd Georgia Battalion, was wounded and captured at Gettysburg, imprisoned eight months at Fort Delaware, and exchanged. He married Florence Thurman in 1883, was devoted to his wife and four children, and a son supportive brother and son. He was a Methodist and well regarded in Barnesville and beyond. Funeral rites were held in Griffin with Rev T J Christian officiating. He leaves a wife, four children, a brother and sister. May God comfort the bereaved. A FRIEND. Charleston Courier please copy.
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B. J. Lunquest
Forsyth
Jackson
Charleston
S. C
Griffin
Baxter Guards
Gettysburg
Fort Delaware
Florence Thurman
Methodist Church
Barnesville
T. J. Christian
Lord
Charleston Courier
Barnesville Manufacturing Firms Ride High on Orders
Barnesville's textile plants report booming business with large orders. J C Collier notes 15000 dozen underwear to be produced within three days and nearby mills expand capacity. Hanson Crawley and Georgia Underwear Mills run full, Stafford Huguley Hosiery works day and night, while Barnesville Manufacturing Co. thrives amid a wave of new plant prospects.
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Barnesville
J. C. Collier
Hanson—Crawley Co
Georgia Underwear Mills
Stafford-Huguley Hosiery Co
Barnesville Manufacturing Co
Sale of Government Supply Items At Chickamauga Park
Government auction offers a large stock of army supplies including horses mules wagons harness saddles bridles blankets and commissary stores. Located at Camp Geo H Thomas Chickamauga Park Lytle Georgia buyers may bid on short notice with small commissions and storage facilities available. Correspondence solicited through Repgr Morrison.
Trustees Take Charge of Gordon Institute Music Dept
Trustees assume control of the institution’s music department and announce monthly in advance tuition. Certificates issued by J W Starrorp secretary and treasurer. Opinion holds that the war with Spain is not over and that the dons will be whipped again.
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Gordon Institute
J. W. Starrorp, Sec’y and Treas
Spain
Furnishings Deeply Discounted For Quick Sale
We buy in car load lots at low prices ensuring makers get a fair share. New Rockers Dining Chairs Children’s Chairs Parlor Chairs and Fancy Divans on second floor. Bedroom suites in Oak Cherry Walnut and Mahogany. Hat Racks Book Cases Chiffoniers Side Boards Springs Lounges Couches by the square acre. Stock good and prices within reach of every purse.
J C Collier Co Brings Trade To Barnesville
J C Collier, president of the firm, is described as a leader in expanding trade in Georgia. The Gazette highlights his energetic advertising and large fall stock, aiming to draw attention from middle Georgia to Barnesville as a thriving mercantile center.
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J. C. Collier Co
Barnesville
J. C. Collier
Georgia
THE
Gazette
QeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Featured In Health Claims
An old advertisement touts QeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles scalds and burns. The text also notes Hon Thomas E Watson practicing law and compares the salve favorably to politics.
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QeWitt
Miss Minnie McMichael Arrives in Barnesville for Penny Racket
Miss Minnie McMichael of Atlanta arrives in Barnesville on Tuesday to work as a milliner for Mr. J R Deavours at the Penny Racket. Deavours aims to expand the business with this new branch and Miss McMichael is described as a pleasant young woman who will likely win friends in the community.
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Minnie McMicheal
Atlanta
Barnesville
J. R. Deavours
Deavours
Miss McMichael
Diseases of Women Cured by New Scientific Methods
Dr Brannon offers free initial evaluation and postal treatment for women with illnesses. Specialist Mary Brannon advertises painless restoration of health and relief from surgery, inviting sufferers to write for information from her Atlanta clinic.
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Lle
Mary al. Brannon
Capitol Avenue
Atlanta, Ga
Dr Kings New Discovery Promoted as Cure All
Local editor touts Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds as the sure remedy. He claims many experiments failed to match its efficacy and guarantees satisfaction with battles free at W A Wright’s Drug Store.
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W. M. Repine
Tiskilwa
Dr. King
W. A. Wright
Farmers of Pike County note on fertilizers sold by Southern Phosphate Works
Farmers who purchased fertilizers through Hunt & Busy from Southern Phosphate Works of Macon Georgia will find their notes at Barnesville Savings Bank for collection. The company supplied more than half the county's fertilizers this year at lower prices than comparable goods elsewhere, and the message urges prompt payment to avoid dealer profit and hopes to work with Southern Phosphate Works next season, Horns & Busy, Barnesville Ga, Sept 5 1898.
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Southern Phosphate Works
Macon
Barnesville Savings Bank
Hunt & Busy
Bnatneaville, Ga
Unnamed Woman Reads Pocket Note On Windy Cliff
A lone girl on a cliff endures wind driven pain and reads a scrap of paper blown to her feet. The note promises relief with Pond's Extract and the scene ends with her reaction.
Silks Display Brims with Color and Economy
A bustling catalogue emphasizes the new Silks with beauty and strength in every fold. It promises iridescent gleam, variety from Bayadere to Brocaded Taf fetas, and a stock that excels for city stores. The message invites buyers to the season’s foremost silk assortment in Barnesville.
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Barnesville
New York and Baltimore Made Boys Suits At Barnesville
All piles of new clothing in perfect fits from the top makers. Complete line of boys and children's suits available in Barnesville. Ladies urged to buy locally rather than sending away as new styles arrive in town.
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Cincinnati
Knippendorf, Dittman & Col
Knippendorf
America
New York
Baltimore
Barnesville
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Collier’s
Thomas E. Watson
California Fie Syrup Co
California Fia Syrup Co
California Fig Syrup CO
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Oxford Knitting Mills
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J. C. Collier Company
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