Death of Dr. Carter Revered Jackson Pastor
A Greenville trip ended in tragedy as Dr. Carter, pastor of the Jackson Baptist church, died suddenly. Mrs. G. H. Carter informs Mr. F. S. Etheridge of the sorrowful news dated Aug. 10 in Greenville, D. C. The community mourns a devout, energetic leader beloved across denominations.
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G. H. Carter
F. S. Etheridge
Greenville
D. C
Dr. Carter
Jackson
Carter
Baptist Church
S. C
Peace in Sight as Spanish American War Ends
Washington reports peace terms agreed by Spanish and American executives with formal signing to follow. Immediate cessation of hostilities expected. Cuban insurgents may be chastised briefly to demonstrate power before full tranquility in new Caribbean possessions. The Argus lauds the war’s end and minimal American fatalities.
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Washington
Spain
America
Argus
Caribean Sea
Proverbs Book Prompts Rural Gratitude in Concord
The Concord Enterprise reflects on contentment with modest country blessings over city wealth. It lauds fresh fruit air water and shade, urging readers to appreciate simple pleasures and resist envy of millionaires in smoky urban mansions.
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Concord Enterprise
Cogfcord
Engagement at Malate Reports Heavy Losses
Reports from Manila describe a sharp night clash at Malate on July 31 in which Spanish forces failed a surprise attack and suffered heavy casualties. American forces tally thirteen killed and forty four wounded with an immediate Manila advance anticipated. The monitor Monterey reached Cavite as Gen Miles reports no further troops for Porto Rico and possible dispersal of camps. American forces in Porto Rico press toward San Juan in four columns while Spain’s peace terms reach President McKinley. Shafter notes Spanish sick boarding transports at Santiago for return home.
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Manila
Malate
Monterey
Cavite
Miles
War Department
Porto Rico
San Juan
Spain
Moe Kinley
Shafter
Santiago
Cail
South Carolinian Schley and Navy men hailed by Augusta Chronicle
The Augusta Chronicle notes that Gallant Dick Wainright from South Carolina, Schley from Maryland, Bob Evans from Virginia, and Hobson from Alabama represent a diverse group. It states the South shows up well in the Navy.
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Gallant
Dick Wainright
Schley
Bob’ Evans
Hobson
Augusta Chronicle
Beauchamp Remains Noted Butts County Sheriff After Primary Loss
The text praises Beauchamp as a highly efficient and respected Butts County sheriff and longtime state leader in sheriffs and clerks. It notes his civil accuracy, detective skill, courteous character, and sixteen years as Georgia’s foremost sheriff. He lost the recent primary, will support his opponent, and plans to pursue profitable employment while retiring with a sense of duty fulfilled.
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Beauchamp
Department of Civil Business
Georgia
Israel
Lebanon
Beauchamp’s successor pick Crawford praised as sheriff candidate
The Argus endorses J. M. Crawford as a worthy successor to Sheriff Beauchamp. It lauds Crawford as a skilled deputy with four years of service and strong moral stamina, predicting he will run the office with system and intelligence.
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Beauchamp
Crawford
J. M. Crawford
Mr. Beauchamp
Experiece
Argus
Debate on Compliments and School Policy
A Brunswick Times inspired editorial criticizes excessive praise in newspapers while urging restraint in public school funding. It questions a nine month term, argues for limited schooling, taxes, and cites Georgia politics and local figures challenging expanded state aid amid tax burdens.
Fall Merchants Prepare for Record Purchases in Jackson
Merchants plan large autumn purchases in New York to stock dry goods groceries furniture and vehicles. The surrounding counties know Jackson is a premier market for cotton and all mercantile lines and aim to outdo prior records this fall in Georgia's liveliest town.
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New York
Jackson
Argus
Georgia
State Agricultural Society meeting in Butts county
Butts county hosted the State Agricultural Society this week at Indian Spring despite inclement weather. Hon. Y.A. Wright delivered the welcome address, praised as one of the event’s best speeches. Prominent state leaders attended, making the gathering pleasant and profitable, and Butts County invites farmers to return.
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Butts County
Indian Spring
Y.A. Wright
Butts
Hotel clerk credits remedy for diarrhoea relief
Mr W M Busan of Hotel Dorrance Providence Rhode Island describes years of sufferings from diarrhoea. A traveling salesman gave him Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and its immediate effects led to lasting relief. Sold by Flotilla Drug Co and all dealers.
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W.M. Busan
Dorrance
Providence
R. I
Flotilla Drug Co
Painter Promises Quality Work for Profit
R. H. Calvert advertises first class painting services for residential or ornamental jobs, claiming his work will be profitable for clients and inviting inquiries.
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R. H. Calvert
Attendance at Georgia Agricultural convention overflows hotels
The Georgia Agricultural convention drew huge crowds with hotels and private homes overflowing. Dr. Carter spoke at the Baptist church Sunday to a well attended service. Mrs. Kate Ashby Cocke plans a Washington visit next week to see her daughter. Col. L W Reeves will be in Atlanta then return to open his school Sept 5. Gilbert Walden, a dialect elocutionist, will give a Friday recital at the Elder House at 8:30 for church fund admission 25 cents.
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Carter
Baptist Church
Kate Ashby Cocke
Washington, Ga
Col. L. W. Reeves
Atlanta
Gilbert Walden
Elder
Sandy Plains News Highlights Local Events and People
Sandy Plains notes a busy week with church gains seven additions at Towaliga, locals visiting and entertaining in Towaliga, Antioch free singing class by B J Banks, Prof Tom Williamson visiting Barnesville, and social outings at Indian Spring. Community updates include crops ripening, watermelons donated, preparations for fall farm work, and local performances by Billie Cornwell and G R Ridgeway.
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Georgia
Antioch
Farm Loans Offer Through Barker and Holleman
M. M. Mills advertises an arrangement for loans on improved farms in the county via Barker and Holleman of Atlanta. They claim lower interest and commission than before, with optional annual principal payments. Call to see him.
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Barker & Holleman
Atlanta
M. M. Mils
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Brunswick Times
Macon
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Hale
Banner Weekly
Conley
Douglasville
State Agricultural Society
Scott
Mndian
B. W. Collier
C. C. Smith
Sandy Plains
Billie
Cornwell
Jones County
Tom Williamson
Barnesville
Towaliga Church
G. R. Ridgeway
Misses Alberta
Alvah Thaxton
Felicia
Belle Carter
Clyde Evans
Clifford Grubbs
Oscar Weaver
Levi Moore
Claud Evans
Frank Thaxton
Merit Ridgeway
Albert Coldwell
George Harkness
Woodward Fogg
Orestus Thaxton
Alberta
Mr. Tom Benton
H. C. Thaxton
Joe Hardy of
Blount
J. R. Sims
William Hare
Mr. Edgar Hale of
Mr. H. ©. Thaxton
Towaliga
Bose
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