08 Feb 1900
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Newspaper
Sandersville Herald
Location
Sandersville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1900
Page
1
Fractured 1809 letter from Ravencoul Georgia outlines travel by Ocean Steamship Company for county teachers and a request for lists of local subscribers. It promises reduced fares, passage to New York and back, and lodging with meals, urging superintendents to distribute details to teachers and compile subscriber names.
William Goebel dies after being shot in Frankfort Kentucky on the eve of a political standoff. His death follows a brief bedside vigil by relatives as Beckham is sworn in as governor amid bitter partisan tension. The peace push seeks a compromise while courts consider injunctions against Governor Taylor.
Dispatches describe Buller’s renewed push toward Ladysmith as Boer positions strengthen. Reports claim heavy fighting, Boer losses around Spion Kop, and British artillery breaking seven Boer guns. Frontline movements amid quiet at times fuel speculation of a Napoleonic strategy by Roberts and Kitchener.
In Atlanta Judge W. T. Newman refused to take jurisdiction in the habeas corpus matter of R. A. Williams and remanded him to Morgan county sheriff. The state courts are expected to pass on the issue with a possible move to the supreme court. In the federal circuit hearing Attorney James Davison alleged Williams might face personal danger if returned home, which Solicitor A. W. Butler disputed.
In this feature a busybody pursues a mission to aid those in distress offering consolation. The narrative frames charitable curiosity as a civic duty and explores motives behind assisting strangers in need.
Washington reports a sermon by Dr. Talmage urging restraint in judging others. He cites Peter’s warning against busybodies and the harm caused by prying into neighbors’ affairs. The talk emphasizes tending one’s own duties before criticizing others and warns of moral decay from careless gossip.
Georgia officials doubt the dog law will be effective until January 1 1901. Attorney General Terrell guidance prompts counties to defer until the legislature reconvenes to fix constitutional flaws. Projections for fund receipts range from seventy five thousand to two hundred thousand dollars based on a Tennessee style outcome.
Bavaywan February 5. W B Denham new general superintendent of the Plant system says no official changes are planned. He has no follow or need to oust good men to create positions and assures that no one should fear for his job due to his succession to Dan am.
Washington reports United States Senator A O Bacon of Georgia is confined to his apartments on Oregon Avenue after a fall on an icy step. He fractured two ribs and will likely be an invalid for several weeks as surgeons treat his injuries.
Bavannaz Feb 8 The Plant steamship La Grande Duchess of Ocean Steamship line bound for New York lost its starboard propeller while docking. The broken wheel fouled the port propeller, disabling the engine. The vessel was towed to New York under tow today.
An advertisement asserts Hood's Sarsa parilla purifies blood to sustain the body and make hard work easier. It emphasizes the blood as the greatest sustainer and links purity to health and ease in labor. The slogan urges readers to think of ease while keeping to work.
Reduced rate excursion tickets from local points go on sale after noon Saturdays and until 4 on Sundays returnable next day. Travel via Central of Georgia to Savannah, steamship lines to New York Boston and Merchants and Miners to Baltimore. Includes meals, berths, electric lights, and stewardesses for ladies and children. Information from ticket agents or E H Hinton Savannah. Hicks Almanac 1900 premium offer included.
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