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Newspaper
Cedartown Express
Location
Cedartown, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1878
Page
2
A jumble of letters and clippings praises George N. Lester linking his early struggles to his later public stance. The text reflects political loyalties, references to Democrats, and a note on yellow fever mortality, plus remarks on the 1878 wheat crop outlook and prices.
An intelligent private letter from a recent northern traveler notes that Grant is likely the 1880 Republican candidate. It claims southern states face military rule under radical governments and that only the organized Democratic party and a solid South stand in the way of Grant’s victory.
The piece accuses Parson Felton of believing his love for the people justifies pushing them into war and hurling abuse at those who stabilized the state from disorder. It brushes aside supporters who praise Felton and his rivals who oppose such enthusiasm.
A partisan critique denounces Dr Felton for demands that the Democratic party disband and for vilifying opponents. It argues Georgians endured Radical rule, only now grateful for deliverance but warns that honesty and integrity bar Felton’s political behavior as infamous.
The Irish World praises drastic tax reform arguing Vanderbilt, valued at 1 01 000 000, pays only 8 001 000 in taxes. It claims this highlights government bias and criticizes Congressmen including Dr Felton for not opposing the system and for favoring rich holders of bonds over workers.
In 1874 Dr. Pelton praised Judge Lester as pure and honest, while in 1878 he claimed Lester was corrupt. Jule Seator now opposes Dr. Felton, who continues to charge Lester, prompting calls for remarks and a show of support.
Grand jury reports on clerk treasurer and ordinaries books finding some incorrect costs by Camphanl and recommends refunds. They urge rent of the pauper farm to highest bidder, and seek repairs to Way road with inquiry to Cedartown district and Judge Underwood to explain delays. They also propose Baray McGinf e en s on pauper list and praise for Lost Road findings.
The grand jury urges immediate repair of dangerous pole bridges on Cave Spring road and Haynes mill route. It notes rural roads through Chambera mill to Rome need maintenance in rain, and calls for durable bridge construction with lasting materials and proper material inspection. It also flags jail locks, court house stand, gates, and destitute boy Lee Prior for county help, plus audit of officer accounts and salaries.
Gro. N. Lester will speak in Floyd county at Floyd Springs Sardis church Livingston District Sardis church Silver Creek church Spring Creek Churches Oct 1 3 4 6 barbecue events at most places. He plans to visit Walker Chatooga Dade Haralson counties in September and early October per the Rone Courier report.
The Enquirer reports a brutal yellow fever outbreak with 228 new cases in New Orleans, 33 deaths, and grim scenes. Granada and Vicksburg endure mounting suffering as the plague exposes disquiet in the populace and hospital wards.
An August 26 report lists ten total deaths including E. Gerard and D. W. Hooks. It notes three new white deaths and several new cases among the colored, with names such as Cullie Davis Mrs. E. Shankle Mrs. Wolfe and five colored individuals among the tally.
A New Orleans outbreak reports Dr Hull and others felled by fever. Postmaster W. T. Cole and many residents lack mail, food, and nursing help. Families of six and more face hunger, while the Howard Association coordinates nurses and supplies despite dire shortages. Communications from Grenville and Port Eads note continued cases and requests for aid.
An advertisement extols Green's August Flower as a cure for liver complaints and dyspepsia. It claims the liver governs health and that the remedy restores function, offering sample bottles at ten cents and full sales across towns on the Western Continent. Bradford & Allen sell the product with a June 20 date noted.
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