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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1900
Page
3
The item highlights festive decorations and improving streets with new equip pages seen daily. It notes Thomasville's strong back service for its size and describes the nearing completion of John E.F. Lamb's elegant Jackson Street house as a standout town project.
The fixtures and letter boxes for free delivery have been shipped and should arrive in a day or two. Carriers will begin work on January 1 unless delayed. The first automobile is expected on Thomasville streets soon, and Capt. Henry Metcalfe holds one at the depot ready for use. Confederate veterans are invited to pick up Cross of Honor blank applications at the Public Library, and Daughters of the Confederacy are urged to obtain membership blanks there as well.
Cards announce the marriage of Miss Ethel Earl Reid to Mr. William Lee May in Cincinnati on January 2. Miss Reid is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Reid formerly of Thomasville. Local friends extend best wishes to the daughter of the late townman whose memory remains cherished in Dixie.
All Sells and Gray circus performers and principals had their pictures taken by Mr Moller in Thomasville. These images will illustrate the advertising materials for the next season. The photographer captured the entire troupe both individually and in groups after extensive travel and acclaim for securing the contract. Proprietors and locals praised the work highly.
In Thomasville a new plant of Mr Balfour is under rapid construction on Boston road near Blackshear, with buildings including store room machine shop and planing mill. Horrocks directs a two acre drying area and two hundred workers are expected as machinery arrives and full operation is set for late January. The enterprise aims to produce baskets crates and many other items, circulating over thirty thousand dollars annually and offering substantial local employment.
Sheriff Pearce intercepted Phil Graham by sending an express package to Americus where Graham awaited it. Pearce nabbed Graham as he collected the package and will transport him by vehicle as part of the pursuit tied to the killing of his wife near Tallahassee.
Atlanta December 17 The Atlanta Journal published an interview with former President Cleveland. He says the Democratic Party must rehabilitate on democratic lines and return to its old doctrines to win future victories. He cites wandering from core principles and urges Democrats to unite for a principled revival.
London reports Lord Salisbury’s group relieved by prorogation of parliament. The War Office stayed open on a Sunday amid public anxiety. Kitchener urged immediate deployment of mounted troops as De Wet escaped the cordon near Thaba N’Chan and British leaders face Vrheid Zastron troubles and Magaliesberg losses.
In Boonesville Indiana on December 17 a mob of about 100 men from Rockport hanged John Rolla the third of three black men implicated in Hollie Simons murder. Two accomplices were lynched last night in Rockport. No shots were fired and the crowd dispersed quietly. The lynching drew participants from all walks of life and occurred openly without masks.
London reports a severe battle that began at daybreak and ended with a British victory. boers numbering 1500 to 2000 were surrounded at the Orange river and defeated with heavy losses. several killed or wounded and a number captured.
Atlanta dispatch says at 9 PM James G Woodward, mayor of Athanke, was arrested by Patrolman Dobbins and sent to police headquarters on a charge of drunk on the streets. Police Captain Ball ordered detention until sobriety. friends offered collateral but were refused.
Washington dispatch reports a long instruction sent to Minister Conger detailing his authority to sign the agreement. The note aims to clear remaining obstacles at Peking so that all ministerial signatures may be fixed at once.
President Harper announced that John D. Rockefeller donated 1.5 million dollars to the University of Chicago. One million goes to an endowment and 500 thousand to immediate needs.
At 8,300 week laglight. Madisoi and Ciav streets. Rev. D MecDoenvall officiated. Hifen Beoyvihensie 2g wed to Benjigna diavcri. Bride praised for charm and noble character. groom a respected Plant System railroad man. The Times Enterprise extends best wishes for happiness and prosperity.
A reader narrates a sea voyage from New Orleans to the Caribbean, detailing Cuban coast views, Bocas del Toro arrival, and daily life ashore. She notes Jamaicans employed by United Fruit Co., local commerce, and currency quirks, with vibrant tropical wildlife and climate impressions, promising further dispatches from Costa Rica and Jamaica.
Washington December pub. House census committee approves Hopkins reapportionment bill to keep House at 357 with shifts in state delegations. Amended to require continuous districts to curb gerry mandering. States losing a seat Indiana Kansas Kentucky Maine Nebraska Ohio South Carolina Virginia. States gaining Illinois Louisiana Minnesota New Jersey New York West Virginia and two for Texas. Net: Republicans gain five seats and lose five. Democrats gain three and lose three. Basis of representation is one rep per 208 868 inhabitants.
Atlanta December reports show Gov. Candler has received the general appropriation bill for review. He says sleep is unlikely tonight as he studies the voluminous act and its heavy school donations. He vows careful scrutiny and aims to avoid state debt or loans if possible.
In Lower Allegheny, a crowd of about a thousand gathered after William Ziller married Jennie Heory, a colored woman. Richard Zoller and his father attempted to break into the Laurel street home as shouts of Kill them and Lynch them echoed, with possible injuries to the principals.
A warrant was sworn out today in Atlanta charging Mayor James G Woodward with carrying an eight concealed pistol. A city court bailiff will serve the mayor with a bond to appear in court to answer the charge.
Officials announce a new Chicago to Florida through train by the Louisville and Nashville and Plant System. The Chicago Express will depart Chicago at 10 a.m. January 14 and reach Montgomery early morning with a stop at Thomasville. It promises onboard dining and faster travel, creating an extra service without reducing existing westbound trains.
Allen Normal and Industrial School suspends operations Friday for Christmas holidays. Afternoon exercises will be of special interest and patrons are invited to view the work of the institution. The school educates colored youth and praises the principal and staff for their efforts in promoting good citizenship and morals in Thomasville.
Mr. Robt Gamble, who bought the Thomasville Electric, plans a complete new plant and modern light system. Contractor Horrocks will build a brick and iron power house 35 by 80 feet on the old gas house lot on Fletcher street and start work immediately. Gamble has purchased dynamos and machinery and aims for a speedy start.
Superintendent Kirkland saw the old siding removed near the 198 mile post and ordered a new, better siding. The neighbors praise his prompt, courteous action aiding farmers and truckers in the county.
London reports private telegrams suggesting Boers gain Dutch support in Cape Colony. British forces appear strained and insufficient to curb expanding military actions. Government moves to equip Lord Kitchener with horses and mules amid growing seriousness of the crisis.
Mr S L Hayes received a letter from John Masury stating two automobiles have been shipped to Thomasville and should be cared for until the arrival, which will be in a few days. The article notes the novelty of motor vehicles and warns horse riders, especially ladies, to beware of possible runaways as horses fear the new machine until accustomed.
At the bride’s parents home near Metcalfe on Wednesday at 3 30 p m Miss Ola Connell married Joseph G Cochran of Madison county Florida Rev F P A Waite officiating The couple planned a brief visit to the groom’s home before settling near Metcalfe Friends extend best wishes for their future together looking forward to a safe voyage in life.
The dec 19 report notes Mayor James G Woodward submitted a resignation read to be effective when tendered. Council debates if the city is left without a mayor and whether withdrawal is possible, with impeachment cited for removal.
Cape Town reports the invasion of Cape Colony with Colesburg occupied near the Orange River. A mixed force of about a thousand was sent north. A Johannesburg dispatch says heavy cannonading north of Krugersdorp as forces of Clements and De larey clash. Also Pekin notes a joint note agreement on terms with British changes.
A call for prompt support to ensure no child is overlooked this Christmas. The noble fundraiser seeks toys and aid for underprivileged children so every youngster can share in a merry holiday.
All citizens in the district desiring vegetable seed should send their names and post office addresses to Congressman J M Griggs in Washington. Seeds are limited and will be sent only to those requesting them. Seed distribution by the department begins around January 15 or later, with labels filed in advance. Selection of seed is made by the department without regard to requests for specific kinds.
Librarian Brown will issue the 111th volume of the Georgia Supreme Court Reports covering October decisions and bring decisions up to date. He is also arranging new printings of some out of print old reports.
The writer muses that Bryan may regret starting a paper as many of his articles could haunt him later, reflecting on the adage that an enemy may publish a book about one.
Whitefield & Co of Chicago tout Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for la grippe and colds, claiming not a single case has progressed to pneumonia with its use. They recommend it for prompt recovery and to counteract pneumonia risk, with R. Thomas Jr. as a local seller.
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