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Newspaper
Fayetteville News
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1908
Page
4
Readers note a joke about editors grinding out copy while printers take vacations, reflecting newsroom pace in Marietta Journal. The quip suggests giving the printer a break as a light reflection on summer work.
A Henry County weekly rebukes attacks on J W Wise Solicitor General elect of the Flint Circuit amid a move to abolish the County Court and establish a City Court. The piece defends Wise, condemns the editor of the Henry County Weekly, and argues Wise followed legal precedent for Fayetteville’s city court. It criticizes opponents as seeking revenge and notes Governor Smith appointed new Henry County officials.
An old ad promotes Wood's Liver Medicine as a tonic for malaria chills fever and deranged liver kidney and bladder conditions. It claims to relieve sick headache constipation stomach disorders and fatigue with the first dose and notes the $1.00 bottle contains more than the 50c size, sold by Fayetteville Drug Co.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Nerve and Liver Pills as a mild remedy suitable for delicate people. It markets 50 doses for 26 cents and implies suitability for sensitive individuals.
Notice to all creditors of Martha Haynes deceased in Gorqia Fayette County to render an account of their demand within the time allowed by law and for all debtors to make immediate payment. Dated July 14, 1908. L. L. Haynes Administrator of Martha Haynes.
Mrs. Sarah Mitcham as executor administrator seeks discharge after petition showing full administration of Rachell McEachern estate. Citations issued to kindred creditors to show cause why discharge and letters of dismission should not be granted at the first Monday in August 1908. B. Lewis Ordinary.
Veterans from Fayette County gathered at Hopewell for the annual Confederate Veterans reunion. The program featured talks by Col. Charles Reed and Rev. Parks, with J. N. Banks and Dr. Smith addressing the crowd. The Fayette County Confederate Veterans Association, founded in 1891, now has about 120 members, with 27 veterans buried at Hopewell and regular semiannual meetings in July and November. General C. A. Evans is noted as a prominent member whose conduct and faith inspire the group.
A short notice touts Cascasweet as a safe non narcotic remedy for babies free of opiates. The product is marketed by Fayeville Drug Co claiming compliance with the National Food and Drug Law and endorsed by mothers.
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