18 Feb 1899
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1899
Page
1
Mr Jerger lists a handsome line of solid silver novelties and unique souvenir pottery pieces in stock inviting public visits. The piece mentions a likely commission to probe weather bureau operations amid claims of mismanagement and a notably poor quality weather.
The Philadelphia Record notes a historic cold snap with yesterday among the coldest days since 1797, while Thomasville hotels report strong season warmth. It mentions Lent dates, Cuba experiences, and a local wedding at Neehniah Baptist Church with Rev. J B Davis officiating and a floral decor aesthetic.
A February cold wave crippled half of Georgia’s peach crop and damaged buds across the state from the Florida line to Barnesville. The arctic weather turned many blossoms black and crisp, with severe losses noted especially in Marshallville and Fort Bailey areas while northern regions fared somewhat better.
A building at the corner of Jackson and Dawson Streets opposite the Presbyterian church will be a memorial for Elisabeth Merrill, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Merrill. Trustees include Mrs. Mary Davies and others. it will house a kindergarten and serve as a playground when not in session. The project honors the late child and invites early March completion.
At a board meeting the resignation of Dr. J G Hopkins as president was accepted and Rev George S Whitney was chosen as president with Captain Henry Metcalfe as vice president. E M Mallette was re elected secretary treasurer and Mrs Henry Metcalfe joined the board of Lady Managers along with Mrs M R Hitler and Miss Julia Stark. The board urged local physicians to cooperate and verify President Whitney while Captain Metcalfe has since resigned all hospital board connections for himself and wife.
A letter from Pallahassee to the Morning News profiles William J. Dickey of Thomas County Georgia as a beloved 73 year old who visited recently. He is a brother in law of Controller W C Reynolds and carries a gold watch tied to his wife’s Wesleyan Female College graduation. Reynolds's father was an original Wesleyan trustee and a University of Georgia graduate alongside Rev. George F. Pierce. Dickey is highly esteemed by Thom as county citizens.
A Decatur county man, L Harrell, faced four hearings before Commissioner Smith on Friday for counterfeiting. He was bound over with a $200 bond to appear at the next term of the United States Court. Deputy Marshal Casen of Waverose arrested Harrell, who is said to be linked with two Black individuals who were recently before the Commissioner for passing counterfeit currency.
Mr Wm Miller asks farmers and merchants in the county to report current syrup on hand for sale. He has studied the syrup industry and wants timely information on available material in the county. Also notes Mr Carnegie has offered 100000 for a free library in Atlanta and endowed eleven similar institutions.
The nation endures a severe cold wave with Chicago recording its coldest day in 26 years at 21 degrees, while numerous states report subzero temperatures and multiple deaths. Milwaukee schools close as temps plunge. widespread frost impacts Kansas City to Georgia peach crops.
Jacksonville Florida reports a severe gold wave of the season covering Florida last night and today. Middle Florida records freezing weather for two days with the freeze extending over a large portion of the state though agriculture officials say only slight damage to fruit trees and vegetables is indicated.
Sunday night brought a western blizzard and record cold to Thomasville with temperatures near zero. By Monday morning streets were icy and water pipes froze. snow and sleet fell, trains and mails delayed, and relief efforts mobilized as locals aided the affected poor.
Miladelphia reports Reading railroad abandons train service at noon and Pennsylvania railroad reduces operations to half schedule. Boston endures a heavy snow storm with intensifying winds creating large drifts. New York faces a fierce storm and drifting snow paralyzing parts of the city and surrounding areas. Aniston Alabama notes 15 below and Atlanta 84 below.
Mayor Hopkins led city relief efforts collecting blankets and clothing for the cold affected. He canvassed destitute districts and found greater need than expected. Contributions mounted as others planned to donate, with city authorities backing the relief push.
An exchange claims burnt corn is a sure cure for bog cholera. It says the method began with burning corn from a distillery, then feeding it to bogs, which halted a daily death toll. It asserts the remedy is simple, safe for family use, and should be adopted if effective.
The report notes widespread cold records broken across many areas and adds that local readings have set new benchmarks as well. The passage emphasizes statewide trend and mentions continuing cool conditions.
Residents report a surge in wood and coal use in Thomanville yesterday, with fuel consumption exceeding any single day in its history. Officials attribute the rise to harsh weather and supply strain, urging conservation and prioritizing essential needs.
Daily Times notes the unusually frigid February day remains a defining moment in local lore. The brief item highlights the harsh weather becoming a stand-out memory from the period.
A reflection on aspirations deferred, depicting a mythical land of “Pretty Soon.” The verse contrasts saved money, unspoken words, and unfulfilled promises with ruined ships and wrecks, warning that the elusive land is farther away with time of day and urging vigilance against delay.
Sir Robert Ball notes 30,000,000 stars exist beyond visible sight, many brighter than our sun. Photographic plates reveal them though they are vastly distant, some 1800 years light travel from the sun. He cites at least 300,000,000 possible worlds within the observable range and wonders about life beyond Earth.
A Sunday meeting is described with mention of a preacher buying a new shotgun and a large collection taken up. The plan offers six months subscription for the largest cow and three months for the butcher who will kill it. The speaker expresses optimism about the country rising, and quotes about room on the elevator and preference for Georgia over Massachusetts.
A fragmentary dialogue shows a fervent lover praising roses and eyes while a maiden remains unmoved. A joking line about a bicycle triggers a visible blush, and the woman admits her heart. The piece mimics a shy courtship vignette from a Detroit newspaper.
A brief discussion quotes Skire about gender rights in the United States. The exchange notes skepticism that women will gain equal rights and references public seating norms in street cars. The Cleveland Leader attribution is noted.
The phrase Offices to Let in Washington refers to offices abroad in Cuba Puerto Rico Hawaii and the Philippines not local buildings. The applicants are described as ardent expansionists.
The text argues that if southern farmers cut cotton output to 8 million bales they will profit, but with an 11 million bale crop they will barely break even. It presents a contrast between reduced and large harvests and their financial impact.
The ongoing dispute over embalmed beef has wearied readers and prompted calls to end the probe once its core issues are exposed. Officials, critics, and the public debate limits and realignments as the topic lingers.
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