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Newspaper
Cleveland Progress
Location
Cleveland, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1893
Page
2
Essay by unknown author argues legal questions about Sunday opening of the World's Fair may be moot, condemns gate closure as unjust to hundreds of thousands of workers who can only visit on Sunday. Passage urges religious freedom, criticizes narrow-minded leaders and police, and endorses open gates to spread happiness rather than enforcement.
Professor Yeates selects two top assistants for the state geological department Frank P. King of John Hopkins University and L W McCallie of Knoxville Tennessee both highly recommended and with strong testimonials. The board approved the out of state appointments noting no suitable local applicants met requirements and stressing unbiased work free from regional prejudice. Yeates aims for an economical practical survey approach.
A speaker argues that Georgia holds vast natural resources ready for practical development to attract capitalists nationwide. He contends that combining theory with practical action will unlock the state’s economic potential.
White County will be represented at the Chicago World’s Fair by a private exhibit from Sal Mountain Asbestos Company in Nacoochee Valley. The display covers over one hundred square feet, showing crude asbestos and its processing into paints bricks crucibles feltings roofing linings and more. The exhibit draws thousands of visitors and is expected to benefit the county and region.
Cherokee Advance editor argues against disfranchising any class or extending suffrage to women. He critiques convict leasing profits, calls Georgia road system a disgrace, and opposes the Australian ballot as an educational qualification for voting. He warns such changes would reduce Southern representation and cause injustices to honest voters.
Farmers are warned about a new pest called gola bugs or Homo sapiens. The creature thrives in all climates and devastates crops as they mature, feeding on wheat, corn, and cotton statewide in a single day. It is described as omnivorous with phenomenal appetite.
State geologist W. B. Yeates will publish Prof Whatley’s geological survey of North Georgia’s gold fields. The Northeast region demands prompt release, arguing justice and mineral interests require public access, with support from Cherokee Advance and several area papers. Governor Northen previously stalled, now urged to act.
Recent report highlights a mysterious tonic named Sad and Gloomy Hood's Sarsaparilla praised for supplying strength and purported cures. Readers warned against unverified health claims while local merchants note growing curiosity and skeptical commentary from experts.
Advertises Syrup of Figs as a pure liquid laxative that cleanses the system and eases colds headaches and fevers. Claims it works on kidneys liver and bowels without weakening them and notes the California Fig Syrup Co manufactures it with their name on every package.
The region of north east Georgia portrays a bright future for investment, praising Professor Yeates for his prompt and unprejudiced resolution of the late geological matter. A local quip recalls a prankish incident involving the Dalton Argus and a mischievous pet animal.
The Resurrection and the Life by P Davidson of Loudsville Ga opens a pamphlet series on live religious subjects. Published by an eminent scholar, each pamphlet promises insightful analysis for readers. Price five cents.
The text notes a prominent Georgina figure being floated as a possible governor candidate while suggesting surprise at an overlooked quiet person emerging late. It also riffs on various bug descriptions, from nice and naughty to gold bugs, in a satirical aside.
Public notice of a sheriff sale in Cleveland Wittie County Georgia on a July day 1808 between legal hours. Principal lots 6 6 27 28 in the Biot district with a long boundary description along Chattoochee River Mina branch and Horton road include mineral interests in part of lot 37 conveyed to H H Conley. Property to be sold for cash to satisfy a debt.
The Ess Goods department presents a self-contained store feel with loaded tables crowded counters and shelved dress fabrics in spring tans grays and popular colors. The stock bristles with the latest styles and the royal heliotrope shade adds sparkle to the display.
A department store advertises a thousand articles including dresses trim notions laces veiling hosiery handkerchiefs ribbons and related accessories highlighting the latest novelties for dressmaking and fashion.
A detailed listing of multiple parcels known as the Trammell old place, Conley old place, and related lots in the Chattahoochee region, including 225 acres plus 300 acres and several smaller tracts. The properties, rich in gold veins and well improved, were conveyed through several deeds from 1870s to 1890s and are levied upon to satisfy a court fife in favor of the State Banking Company of Gainesville against Geo W Slaton. The sale is to include lands formerly owned by J R Dean, J W Conley, P L Pitner, and S W Westmoreland, with various dower and boundary specifics noted. Deed back to Slaton filed before levy. Sheriff notice.
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