Cuthbert editorial laments lag in regional representation
The Appeal discusses Southwestern Georgia concerns on October 26 and October 31 1879. It questions why Southwestern Georgia senators and representatives are not properly represented in Congress and state offices while praising local figures and criticizing Atlanta’s fair influence. It notes Cuthbert’s state fair presence and calls for equitable public honors for the region.
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Cuthbert
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Congress
Ubu Senate
House
Turner
Hammond
Fort
Clarke
Harrison
Bower
Russell
Telegraph
Atlanta
Bie Wa
Letter From Scroggins and Editor Appeal Sparks Georgia Outcry
A fiery letter from Erauimoabae Schonarxs denounces the Georgia Senate and legal system, accusing ignorance and corruption while urging reform. The missive, written from Hawkinsville, reflects partisan rancor and appeals for public attention amid a fire disaster in Hawkinsville that caused about $50,000 in damage.
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Scroggins
Cuthbert Appeal
Senate of Georgia
Treyagror Mepfrow
Rascal
Pat
Bander
Afric
Kimble
Opera House
Sodom and Gomorrah
Georgie
Senate
Ailai Uy
High Court
High Court of Georgia
Joe Weowa
Garrard
Joseph
Cone Viet Lease Busidess
Georgia
Renfroe
Erauimoabae Schonarxs
Local notes on fairs, lectures, and business opening
The item reports plans for the State Fair excursion and horse market with J T Walter promoting prize mares. It notes Prof J H Miller and Prof M A McNulty lectures, Knights of Honor lodge to form November 14, and an Improvement Society meeting. Berringer & Strauss advertise a large dry goods stock and local clerks ready to serve Randolph and nearby counties.
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Berringer & Strauss
Barents
Ala
Broadrect
Weeden & Dent
Ondera
Clarke
EB. Ke Wren
Eulsula
Misread notes and local notices from Albany and Eufaula
Fragmentary 19th century notes report attendance at a Baptist Association in Albany, a Georgetown resident returning from visiting friends, and a man named Gunn killing an owl. Inquests over a death conclude natural causes. Market reports cite Henry Halkcom and Georgetown produce. A corn ear curiosity and a cotton theft attempt near Eufaula are noted, with suspects Georgia-born and elusive. An enrollment at a female college and a grand bull event for a congregation are mentioned among scattered community items.
Wedding described with vivid, old-fashioned imagery
A garish 19th century wedding account details the bride Miss Tihohi Baker and groom from Calhoun county with dramatic, floral imagery. The narrative mocks the ceremony decor and contrasts the couple’s appearance with flamboyant metaphors. A banker named John H. James advertises money lending at high rates amid legal controversy over a Kunfree acquittal.
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Misa Tinohi Baker
Calhoon County
Gidcyi
Bross
Greece
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Eufaula
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