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Newspaper
Cuthbert Appeal
Location
Cuthbert, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1878
Page
3
One of seven States clever clock, watch, and jewelry workmen, L. Jacot, now receives a fine stock of clocks. He regains each timepiece with full regulation and a personal guarantee. Also advertising fine Havana cigars and commission whiskey for the trade.
A subdued election across the county left Smith with a large majority, while the 10th and 11th Districts did not vote. Reports cite voter indifference and a lack of compensation for election officials as reasons for polls not opening.
Quitman County meeting called for Saturday to nominate county officers as J M Crivuz chairs. Election last Tuesday passed quietly with Smith the Democratic nominee 173 votes to Wade the radical 9. Tonight at Green's Hall a ball. A turkey drive sold quickly at one dollar each. In Georgetown a "Byoovi lent" association held a gathering that ended in a fight. ringleaders fined five dollars each.
Dull county election with Smith winning a large share of votes. Here, Wade challenges Smith for Congress. Ongoing local business news notes freak oysters and Aurora beer, plus a Baptist exhibition by Rev Boykin and Rev Chandoin. Headlines shift to river levels, New Orleans fever cause, and Dawson cane syrup price. Political shifts in Florida noted with Democratic wins in Congress and state legislature.
Advertises fluctuating prices on groceries and hardware items in a large Cuthbert store. Lists staples, meats, coffee, flour, tobacco, yarns, leather goods, buggy parts, stoves, plows, and hardware with price ranges and quantity notes, urging customers to inspect and buy locally.
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