Silver and steel ages in 1878 Albany and Georgia
In March 1878 reports note a factory fee for ore handling in Albany, silver dollar arrivals in Atlanta, and broad mentions of public figures like Ben Butler and Reverend J A Munday. The item covers rail stock at Perry, land profits in north Georgia, and a mix of political, legal, and social notes including a murder case, duels, and tales of law and marriage.
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Albany
Atlanta
America
Ben Butler
J. A. Munday
Blakely
Williams
Indiana
John H. Seals
The
Sunny South
Griffis
Wm. W. Cunningham
Talbot County
Paria
Perry
Southwestern Railroad
WW. B. Cox
Macon
North
Georgia
Too Much Richness and Rural Fertility Beliefs
A fragmentary editorial discussed planter obsessions with guano and cotton, noting Southern gains from fertilizer use and fewer workers. It cites Columbus Enquirer figures from Thorville’s H. Merdaway on a 15 acre farm, including oats and cotton yields, and ends with a surreal note on postage stamps and alcohol.
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Coty R. H. Merdaway
Thor Anville
Shrineva Indian Vermifuge Remedy Ad
Local department ad promoting Shrineva Indian Vermifuge to cure worm infections. Claims the remedy solves the problem and offers bottles at 23 cents each through J. W. Staxvonp, a druggist and apothecary.
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J. W. Staxvonp
Green's August Flower touted as cure for dyspepsia and liver issues
An early advertisement promotes Green's August Flower as a universal remedy for dyspepsia and liver disorders. It claims quick relief, low price, and easy trial with a ten cent bottle and three doses. The pitch cites vast distribution and druggists across the Western Continent.
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Druggs
Green
Sir Droggiste
Parker's Hai Balsam Promises Harmless Hair Revival
An elegant preparation meets public demand for a harmless bair dressing and restorative. Parker's Hai Balsam acts from the roots, removes dandruff, and claims to restore gray or faded hair to its original color and beauty. It checks falling hair, promotes new growth, and leaves hair soft and glossy. Its perfume and purity add to its appeal as a toilet-table favorite. Buy from your druggist J. W. Savorp and test its merit.
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Parker
J. W. Savorp
Parker's Ginger Tonic Promises Relief for Women
Advertises Parker's Ginger Tonic as a cure for nervousness pain from periods and weakness. Claims nursing mothers regain strength and comfort, with benefits passed to infants through milk. Promotes available $1 bottle from local druggists J W Stanford.
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Parker
J. W. Stax-Ford
Gentlemen in New York praise Cuthbert schools and Gunn's store
A New York reader in 1873 letters from Cuthbert praising Andrew Petmale College and Dr Hamilton, the local male schools, and especially J McK Gunn's expansive, well arranged store. He notes the town's health, education quality, and Gunn's honest, low pricing with a vast stock from goods for cradle to grave. He remarks on the store’s size, organization, and the impact on Randolph and neighboring counties.
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New York
Cuthbert
J. McK. Gunn
Ejitor
New York News
Macon
Iam
Imeos
Andrew Pémale College
A.L. Hamilon
Bia
United States
McNulty
Grange Institute
Bean
Frank Johnston
The
Baptist Church
Albany
W. S. Dailey
Lake City
Florida
Dudley
Tis
Johnston
Duddy
Eepa
Mr. Gunn
Gunn
Extraordinary Offering In Cuthbert Store Ad
The ad from J. McK. Gunn promotes a store in Cuthbert claiming a extraordinary, 25 percent price cut on many goods. It invites neighbors to visit and buy directly, promising vast stock and satisfaction for farmers and housekeepers within 560 miles of Cuthbert.
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Gus Johnson
Rome
Atoen Bores
Bhimavli
Horace
Squire Foster
Io Rome
Iis
Selma
Ala
Vlaima
Texas
Cuthbert
Tupn’s
J. McK. Gunn
Guano Fertilizer Prices and Options Listed
The ad lists several guano products with cash prices per ton or per 2000 pounds and freight charges. Pacific phosphate priced at 1700 per ton with cotton option at 60 per pound and 5 freight. Carolina Fertilizer at 4500 per ton with cotton option 60 and 5 freight. Dr. Guano at 1500 per 600 pounds with cotton option 1740 and 290 freight. The seller notes prior use and quality.
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Roluble Pacific
Tag Cla
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Cathy Kert
Georgia Enterprise
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Gwnnett
Dawson Journal
Americus
Brother Hoyle
Pan
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Richnena
Columbus Enquirer
Russia
Cerusenr
March
Gooda J. McK. Gunn
Broadway
United Eistes
Europe
Randolph
T. Amos
Sd. Mall
MIA
Coleman Staton
Sharon
Droskavilley
Cuthbore
Superior Court
Tech
Jane
T. A. Goodrum
Tre
Notic US
Internal Revenue
United Stake
Darinese
Clark
Tanta
Cuear
Suber Uw
Rockville
Mr. J. C. Harris
Uncle Renve
Kaviveac Tran
Iu, Pel ‘the
the Constitution
Marld Auanta
the Weekly Telegraph
Weely Telegraph
Mrasenger
Macou
Telegraph and Messenger
Daily Telegraph and Messenger
Wordl Clisby, Jones & Reese
Allison & Simpso
Ner
FBI
Allison
Avery’s Garden
Seb Seaisor
Landreth & Sons, Johnson, Robbins & CO
WREL
Hebra’e
E. B. Webster
Pillar
Henry Wella
Fargo & Co
Win
Hawes
Tag
Mellton
Grant & Bowen
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A. M
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Costa
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