King of Shim Five Cents Cigar Promoted
An advertisement urges smokers to try The Best Five Cents Cigar, touted as the king of shim and a leading choice for value.
19 Sep 1895
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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1895
Page
1
An advertisement urges smokers to try The Best Five Cents Cigar, touted as the king of shim and a leading choice for value.
Leet Rogers announces stock ready for display with all items paid for and discounts taken. He claims to offer prices lower than competitors for clothing, shoes, domestics, and dress goods, inviting customers to wait for monthly cut prices and stressing shoddy-free, value-conscious shopping.
Edgar L. Rogers states that J. F. Howard, L. A. Collier, T. J. Ogletree, and Robert Carter join him in the war effort, listing names as part of the assembling group.
Dr Cotter praises Albert Hardy for extolling a quiet health resort and endorses the piece. He recounts his own slow return to hiking, cites local advice to wait for frost, and urges Pike county residents to petition the Road and Revenues Commission to permanently fix the muddy Potato Creek approach near Barnesville and Zebulon road with rock walls and proper drainage.
A brief notice from Porter Spring Georgia dated September 14 1895 warns that winter is approaching and urges immediate preparation for cold conditions. Specific details are limited in the fragment.
The Shakespearean Club meets Rev. H P Myers residence Saturday at 9 30 with a program on Shakespeare including eight discussion questions. Gordon Institute Coapel hosts Friday at 8 pm A M Larabdin lectures on travels in Palestine with free admission under Shakespearean club auspices.
Dr W T Nelson of Macon will preach at the Baptist church next Sunday at 11 o clock to start a two week protracted meeting. He will assist Pastor Rev W E Perryclear and the gathering aims to do much good. Rev T W O Kelly of Griffin may assist in the second week.
Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder earns highest model award and diploma at the World's Fair. The recognition highlights product quality and branding significance for the baking powder brand.
Hon Fleming G du Bignon of Savannah spent Monday in the city with his son enrolling at Gordon Institute. A prominent Georgia figure and potential United States senate candidate, his influence and sound money stance could spark lively competition if he enters the race. He returned to Savannah Monday night pleased with the school’s progress.
The Griffin Call reports Jackson G. Smith’s new vehicle shown at his repository near the post office. Built in Barnesville, the American Eldorado features hand carved raised side designs, nickel plating, and reversible seats. The article notes its style lead for years.
A beautiful vacant lot is offered for sale. Interested buyers should apply at the Gazerre office for details and arrangements.
Longtime pastor Rev W Oliver was unanimously called to lead Midway church for the rest of his life. He accepted the offer, expressing gratitude for the church’s confidence and affection as he continues a notable ministry in his home congregation.
An advertisement asserts that Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery stops consumption progress and cures advanced cases by restoring sound lungs. It claims to cleanse blood, restore strength, and build flesh, and offers a money back guarantee if it fails to benefit or cure bronchial throat and lung ailments.
Promoters of Dr Sage's Catarrh Remedy claim a perfect permanent cure for catarrh and offer $500 in cash if the remedy fails to cure. The promotors emphasize a guaranteed outcome and a money back style incentive.
John Jenking of Robert Mitchell's stables was thrown from a buggy yesterday morning and sustained a broken left arm. Dr Thurman is treating him for his injuries.
A farmer reports losing $5 Tuesday and hints at greater losses as he transported 3 cotton bales to Forsyth. He notes Barnesville offers higher prices and storage insurance, claiming Barnesville pays more for cotton than any other market and promotes bringing cotton there.
Mr E. B. Murphey returns Tuesday night from a short visit to Macon. Mr John McDaniel, connected with Mr Emmet Pound in the Madison Florida newspaper business, is visiting Judge KE K Pound's family.
The new timetable went into effect last Sunday, offering faster through service. No 2 to Macon departs 9:30 pm with a 6:31 pm return, while No 3 to Atlanta runs 5:43 am and 5:52 pm. Through express Nos 13 and 14 convey mail only. Barnesville to Thomaston is now covered in one hour, half the previous time.
Petitioners ask County Commissioners to repair the Rocky Branch road near Milner by blasting out large rocks to restore passable condition for vehicles. The current road is nearly impassable for heavy wagons and action is sought promptly.
The Congregational Methodist church in Milner will host Rev. L B E Wilson editor of the Congregational Methodist to preach Friday at 10 o'clock in the morning. The public is invited to attend.
Mrs. W. P. Becker owns a celebrated diamond tied to Georgia's early mining history. Found in North Georgia in a mine once owned by her father, Dr. Banks, in Gainesville, Hall County, it drew attention for its natural beauty and value. State Geologist Yeates urges exhibition at the Atlanta Exposition.
Barnesville merchants claim to pay the highest prices for cotton in the area. Farmers are hauling staple to Barnesville as warehouse men report last Saturdays crop would have gone to Yatesville and Forsyth otherwise. Buyers pledge to offer the top market price and remain ready to buy cotton, urging farmers to bring it to Barnesville.
Major I M Orme lectured to Gordon Institute students Friday afternoon in the chapel. His topic was Character and the importance of thought. A good number attended and enjoyed the talk. Orme, described as an original thinker and writer at 18, is noted for his lecturer and the book Dr Devine D D and the Devil.
Mr J B Bankston was elected Waterworks Superintendent by the city council on Monday night. He has served as Superintendent for a year, and he began his duties immediately with satisfactory performance.
A brief note titled Government Reports cites Royal Baking Powder as the highest in leavening strength. The advertisement extols its quality and reliability for baking use, branding it as superior among competitors.
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