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Newspaper
Cuthbert Appeal
Location
Cuthbert, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1882
Page
3
A fragmentary news item from a Georgia region highlights local commerce, transport changes, and community notices. It references Mr. Goauva Herts, Mrs. tianithoh, and Allison & Simpson with various shop details, liquor ads, and a shift in train schedules for Macon and Montgomery. The piece also mentions powder stock, a local marriage, and remarks on regional crop conditions with the Quitman Free Press commentary.
A writer argues against the rotation system in selecting State Senator, urging change now. He praises J. G. Parks, notes district representation shifts harm legislation, and imagines a district wide map without county lines to choose a senator. The piece also weaves in unrelated society anecdotes and political chatter.
The Dawson Journal comments on the rotation system for senators, arguing it harms representation and favoring experienced, honest leaders from any county. It contrasts political manipulation with the need for capable, tried lawmakers. Also noted: Rev Hey W. Key plans to move to Cuthbert and continue preaching with church salary changes.
Tam announces readiness to gin and pack all cotton brought in with personal supervision. Rates stated as bale or one twelfth of cotton, bagging and twine provided at market prices. Engine, gin, and press in order at home place on the Cuthbert and Ward Station road under direct supervision.
The Randolph County Democratic Executive Committee, on August 12, 1882, approves a county convention in Cortland at 10 a.m. September 9 to nominate a representative for the General Assembly. District sessions will choose delegates on September 2, with appointments listed by ward and town.
An ad copy touts Dr Acker’s Dyspepsia Tablets easing indigestion and torpid liver, claiming health and happiness follow. It promotes Dr Acker’s English Remedy for throat cough and lung distress with a guarantee of cure, sold by a local merchant.
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