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Newspaper
Dawson County Advertiser
Location
Dawsonville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1904
Page
1
Budding buyers can snag bargains as Palmour's, known for low prices, trims inventory in a bid to clear a heavy fall stock. Early-season sale taunts attract shoppers to the new-ided HL Mineris store.
A local shop advertises a wide display of dress goods including silks and trimmings. It touts large quantities with varied styles and price points from low to $1.00 per yard. Names like broadcloths and basket-weave fabrics are listed along with silk and trimmings for tailor work.
Notions belts sand-haws purses ribbons and Ueissery for men and women receive special attention. A wide line of jackets cloaks and capes on sale. Prices range from $1 to $1250 with dozens of items in tan and black at $3.00 and $5.50 regulars. Newest items shown and capes trimmed with fur available in various prices.
McConnell extends his professional services to the public and surrounding country. He will answer calls at all hours and respond promptly to wind charges, ensuring reasonable handling of inquiries.
Directory page lists pastors Rev. G M Taylors and Rev J M Crowe with service times, fraternal orders including Dawsonville lodge, county officers led by Balaam Harben, and court schedules. It also shows roads and revenue commissioners, transportation schedules between Dawsonville and nearby towns, and officials such as G M Taylov clerk and W J Sucker treasurer.
An old clipping extols Chamber Tain's Cough Remedy claiming it cures colds and fights disease tendencies while noting its pleasant taste. The piece blends quips about teaching and virtue with a caution against yielding to foolishness and hints at personal reform.
An ad touts Buckfews Arnica Salve as the best cure for wounds burns and stiff joints with a 25e price at J C Bolding's. The piece also mentions a Kentucky hypnotist claiming to intoxicate a man with water, remarking on water tight barrels as seen.
An 19th century style ad combines claims for Hall’s Catarrh Cure a blood purifier and tonic with social quips about marriage and manners. It promotes internal remedies and testimonials while mixing humorous musings on right behavior and gossip.
The piece notes that over half of the Philippines Civil Service are Americans and praises their service. It then recounts the deathbed story of Mrs. M. L. Bobbitt of Bargerton Tennessee and claims Dr Kings New Discovery to Consumption cured her illness after initial relief. It advertises guaranteed bottles and free trials at J. O. Buildings.
A stark statement declares brains alone are useless without wealth or death to compel belief. It frames influence as tied to money, urging readers to reckon the stakes of intellect versus fortune in a cold world.
A reflective line notes that a man’s true kindness remains unseen by friends while he is immersed in a dive. The sentiment contrasts public image with private virtue, suggesting values uncovered only in quiet moments.
A reflective line contrasts a young man’s five dollar daily ambition with the reality of a one dollar daily wage, underscoring hardship and limited opportunity. It captures economic strain and personal resolve in concise, period-appropriate language.
Locomotive fireman C. W. Bellamy of Burlington Town recalls a near disaster as joints ached and nerves failed. He credits Electrig Bitters with restoring strength and appetite, praising the product and a satisfaction guarantee at 50 cents.
A writer satirizes politicians as men who reach laziness at last and mocks a shoemaker who saves more soles at the bar, while contrasting with a minister of the gospel.
A reflective piece notes that the charm of courtship often surpasses the harsher realities of married life, exploring expectations versus daily commitment and the social dynamics of relationships.
An unnamed advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as relief for stomach and liver troubles. It urges families to keep the remedy at home and mentions a price of 25e at J O Rolding’s.
The Rev Hicks almanac for 2004 is advertised as ready with mail orders available at 30 cents per address. Acknowledges appeal of the Almanac and Works magazine, offered together for one dollar per year, with ordering addressed to Warp and Works Publishing Co., 2201 Locust St, St Louis, Mo.
A terse warning urges leaving a situation when surrounded by trusted people who may pose danger. The note underscores personal safety and rapid escape rather than confrontation. It reflects a cautionary stance about trust and risk in social environments.
The North Georgia Agricultural College invites young men and women to apply for a state supported, highly regarded program. Tuition is free, board cheap, with healthy climate and disciplined environment. It boasts distinguished graduates, top students, strong faculty, a state oratory championship, and a cadet corps led by a West Point graduate. For details, write to Dr. I. Avis, President, Dahlonega, Ga.
A man’s view of his neighbors is shaped by how those neighbors view him, highlighting mutual perception as a social barometer.
By order of the Court of Ordinary of Carroll County Georgia the estate of James Mitchell deceased is sold at the Dawson County courthouse on the first Tuesday of February. The tract of land is 0.5 acre in Dawsonville bounded by Dah Longea Street and Dahlonega Street with 210 feet north and 105 feet east. Administrators Ki S. Boulston and Anniae Mitchell announce cash terms with the sale recording in Dawson County.
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