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Newspaper

Barnesville Gazette

Location

Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1897

Page

4

Local notices crowded out. more to come next week

Due to limited space several local items could not be printed but will appear next week. The note signals forthcoming items from community notices and public announcements.

Well Done Mayor Huguley In Barnesville Transition to Private Citizen

Former mayor George FE Huguley ends a four year term as Walter B. Smith succeeds him on a Wednesday evening. Huguley is praised as progressive yet conservative and Barnesville notes substantial city progress during his administration.

George FE. Huguley Barnesville Walter B. Smith Huguley Fraterre

Barnesville Names Walter B Smith Mayor In Historic Victory

The Gazette predicts a creditable administration by Walter B Smith who is closely identified with Barnesville and will keep the town growing. The paper pledges support and cooperation to the new mayor as Yellow fever unsettles many residents.

Walter B. Smith Barnesville The Gazette Smith the Gazette

Prohibition Gains Ground and Notable Disputes

The passage notes Bryan’s misfortunes in a railroad and political disaster, references a Virginia lynching, and claims prohibition strength with Hancock county voting 250 in favor. It also mentions widespread insurance uptake and a sycamore tree in Irwinville insured for $1000.

Hancock County Prohibition Irwinville

Minnesota lynching linked to swindling case alarms locals

A man was lynched in Minnesota after swindling many people, prompting concerns over vigilante violence. Residents warn that the lynching trend is becoming alarming and call for lawful responses.

Virginia Minnesota

Ellen Dortch Marries Affects State Librarian Race

Miss Ellen J Dortch, a candidate for state librarian, has married. The item prompts editor Glessner to decide how to handle the development in the political race and its impact on her candidacy.

Ellen J. Dortch Glessner

Barnesville Savings Bank Plans Real Estate Sale

Stockholders met Friday to decide selling all real estate owned by the bank. On October 26 the property may be offered to the highest bidder if not sold privately, including the bank building and nearby lots.

Barnesville Savings Bank Hunt & Bush

Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised as internal remedy

Catarrh cannot be cured with local treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. Marketed as a regular prescription from a top physician, with testimonials and a 75 cent price, sold by druggists in Toledo Ohio.

Hall SE. J. Coenry & Co Toledo

Wizard Oil Co in Town with Tent Show Near City Hall

Wizard Oil Company set up a tent on the vacant lot between City Hall and Summers Buggy Company. Performances are being held to advertise Wizard Oil, drawing local crowds to the roadside exhibit.

The Wizard Oil Co Summers Buggy Co Wizard Oil

Summers Buggy Co Struggles to Meet Orders

The Summers Buggy Company is flourishing yet behind on orders and unable to produce buggies as fast as customers buy. The firm is turning out vehicles sold across the southern United States.

Summers Buggy Co

Chamberlain's Pain Balm Praised by Father

Mr. E. J. Schall of Meyer Bros. Drug Co. in St. Louis reports his son cut his hand at school and Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieved pain quickly, healed the wound without a scar, and proved essential for wounds sprains swellings and rheumatism. Available in 25 and 50 cent sizes from J. H. Blackburn.

E. J. Schall Meyer Bros.’ Drug Co St. Louis Chamberlain J. H. Blackburn

Mr. Edgar L. Rogers Advertises Fall and Winter Stock

The advertisement promises Mr. Edgar L. Rogers offers the best and most reliable goods for the coming season. It notes an immense stock for fall and winter trade and invites readers to call to see him.

Edgar L. Rogers Mr. Rogers

Notice to order fresh Jersey butter and milk

Local ad from Barnesville Georgia by W P Davis inviting customers to place daily or weekly orders for Jersey butter and milk, with delivery from September 13, 1897.

Jersey W. P. Davis Barnesville

Plantation uses Dr Tichenor's Antiseptic with satisfaction

New Orleans October 14 1889 endorsement from Gero. K. Prarr M D claims Dr Tichenors Antiseptic gave satisfactory results on his plantation and recommends it to readers.

New Orleans

Reception at Gordon Institute Hosted by Rev. Myers

The Y. M. C. A. of Gordon Institute held a Saturday night reception at Rev. H. P. Myers home. A pleasant program went smoothly with Mr. and Mrs. Myers providing refreshments that enhanced the event.

Gordon Institute H. P. Myers

Pike County Tax Rate for 1897 Set at 5.50 Mills

The 1897 tax rate for Pike county is fixed at 5.50 mills per dollar, equal to 5.50 per thousand. The combined rate in Pike totals 10.71 per thousand, with the state rate at 5.21 per thousand.

Pike County Pike

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Promoted in Seaview Sale

Seaview Virginia merchants Kellam & Carren advertise a big sale of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy claiming many customers say their croupy children would have died without it. The appeal stresses strong praises from buyers and distant customers.

Seaview Chamberlain Kellam & Carren J. H. Blackburn

Gordon Institute Y M C A Reorganized Sunday

The Gordon Institute Y M C A was reorganized Sunday afternoon with Mr. C. J. Stacy of Macon assisting. A number of young men are active, and the organization is expected to accomplish much good.

Gordon Institute C. J. Stacy Macon

Death of Col. I. W. Avery A Georgia Citizen

Col. I. W. Avery a well known Georgia figure died in Atlanta last week. He was known for championing various public causes and remained active in civic matters until his death.

Col I. W. Avery Georgia Atlanta

Haggard's Specific Tablets Endorsed by Georgia Doctors

Dr A G Thomas approves the formula as chemically correct and recommends use. W C Smith M D lauds their curative and tonic effects on genital and urinary organs. C R King M D calls them an excellent nerve tonic and stimulant. A R Holderby M D notes relief of debility and nervousness. J L Hutt M D testifies to treatment of painful menstruation and cystitis. Public offer to have the medical profession test merits.

Haggard W. C. Smith Atlanta, Ga M. D C. R. King C. R. Kine A. H. Culpeprrr J. L. Hutt Haggard Specific Co

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Barnesville, GA W. J. Bryan Klondike Bank Matters Portex Dave Axp Corr Boston U. S.A Ss. Cestcuss Rossotss Pike’s Y. M. G. Fr. Reorganized Mall Addres Hagoara Aeritic Co Planta, GA A. G. Thomas A. G.thomas A. R. Holderby Moore Memorial Church Luckie Street A. R. Hoipersy Crockery Department Lgr Osi News Cmeer Japan Lilly Dren’s Otationery Big Joe J. C. Collier CO West Side Main Street B. J. Clark Murphey J. T. Murphey Forsyth Street Wm. J. Cox Blalock E. C. Ripley Thomaston St S. D. Colbert Matthews Hotel C. H. Perdue Chamber Drug Store W. B. Smith F. D. Finest Funeral Car B. Smith Barnesville. GA New Thomaston Thomaston Street Edward Elder T. J. Move Jackson G. Smith London Assurance Corporation Chas. A. Hunt Erle D. Murphey Otis A. Murphey Damocles Moye Cain Wall Street
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