Charms and chatter fill Thomasville eventful week
Tifton and Moultrie visitors boosted K P pictic with Sheriff Murphy from Colquitt, Mr. Dukes from Moultrie, and Bryan Norman. The State Baptist Association in session at Madison street church. Profs Jackson and Little depart after favorable stay at South Georgia College. Grass risks loom after recent rains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
A. J Little
Dean
South Georgia College
North Georgia
Thomasville
Georgia State Baptist Association Mission Attends City Meeting
The colored Georgia State Baptist Association mission in this city draws large crowds with about 250 preachers and delegates, meeting at the Madison Street Baptist church and lasting through Sunday. The Thomasville baseball club policy bars pay for players, exemplified when a key player refused pay and was benched for the Valdosta game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
State Baptist Association, Colored
Baptist Church
Madison Street
Georgia State Baptist Asociation
Thomasville
Valdosta Fame
Martin
Severe storm delays T T G line with trees and detours
Heeren gens and crew traveling on the T T G road report a severe storm between here and Tifton. The heaviest blow was beyond Coolidge. Seventeen trees had to be removed from the track. The train moved slowly and reached here considerably behind time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tifton
Coolidge
Rees
Thomas County Teacher's Institute to Conclude Week
The Thomas county Teacher's Institute will be held in this city next week with full teacher attendance. Prof Dean, expert, says the exercises will be unusually interesting this year. The public is invited to attend the sessions which open Monday morning the 10th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas County
Dean
Ihe
Colored Baptist Convention Elects New Officers at Brunswick
The Colored Baptist Convention met at the new Baptist church with officers elected including President Rev. J. M. Sprat of Brunswick and Vice Presidents Rev. Avis Thomasville Rev. Co Igyobnaon Leesburg Rev. N. Whitmire Savannah Rev. G. Howell Medville Recording Secretary Rev. J. A. Kirkland Valdosta and Assistant Recording Secretary C. H. Ebbs Savannah The opening sermon was by Rev. C. H. Harralson Dawson Delegates were seated and committees named The session ran smoothly with very large attendance filling the church twice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colored Baptist Convention
New Baptist Church
J. M. Sprat
Brunswick
J. A. Kirkland
Valdosta
C. H. Ebbs
Savannah
C. H. Harralson
Dawson
Real Estate Sale at 125 Broad Street to Mr Saupson
The Hopkins Real Estate Agency reports the sale of a two story brick store at 125 Broad Street for Mrs Rachael Wolff. Mr S Sampson acted as purchaser and investor. The store is leased back to Wolff who plans to resume business at the old location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hopkins
Agen ‘Cy
Rachael Wolff
Broad Street
S. Sampson
Beautiful Home Wedding in Dawson Street Ceremony
Miss Minovie Melnotosh Dillon and Mr William Chilton Huston wed at the bride’s parents residence on Dawson Street with Rev J P Wardlaw officiating. The couple, guests from Savannah Louisville and Birmingham, depart for Louisville then return to Birmingham to establish their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson Street
J. P.,. Wardlaw
Minovie Melnotosh Dillon
J W. Dillon
William Chilton Huston
Jennie Wyon Dillon
Philip P. Huston, Jr
Mise Carrie Williams
Savannah
Mendelesohn
Smilax
Mte
Philip P. Huston
Louisville
D. J. Dillon
Brunswick
Carrie Williams
W. Roff Graemer
T. M. Palmer
Frank M. Papy
Hugh Barclay
Mobile
Ala
Ethel Akers
Atlanta
Thomasville
Southern Car and Foundry Co
Birmingham
Fair Ground Baseball Battle Valdosta Defeats Thomasville
A sizable crowd watched Valdosta and Thomasville play at the fair grounds in a pitcher’s duel. Valdosta’s hurler dominated early, while Tom Davenport pitched well for Thomasville with limited support. Umpire Ardis McDougald earned satisfaction from both teams as Valdosta edged Thomasville 6 to 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fair Grounds
Valdosta
Thomasville
Tom Davenport
Valdosta Boys
Pittman
Pardee Quarterman
Cawthone Bibb
Bealeeee
Presley Pittman
Raise
Middleton
Alleorn
Weed
E. Kennedy Dillon
Bentley McManus
Serene
Ardis McDougald
Public Sale Yields Limited Deals After Injunctions
Sheriff’s sale yesterday attracted limited bids as many properties were blocked by injunctions and claims. Highlights include fifty acres in the 17th district sold from J. L. Johnson’s property to W. M. Hammond for 300 dollars, and a grist mill owned by G. F. Upton bought by Mr. Green for 35 dollars to satisfy a fifa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff' Siigbt
17Th District
J. L. Johnson
Fifa
W. M. Hammond
G. F. Upton
Green
D. Elias
I Levy
Real Estate and Improvement Company
B. H. Wright
Thomasville National Bank
J L Linton
Citizens Banking and Trust Company
B. B. Wright
Fort Valley Peach Prospects Improve for 1899 Crop
Fort Valley Georgia reports a thorough fruit survey by Prof. W. M. Scott shows yields will be satisfactory though not as large as 1898. The peach season is underway with Sneed shipments already moving and 550 cars of good peaches expected. prices likely favorable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Vailey
Mrs Cochran Dies After Prolonged Illness On Warren Street
Mrs. John W. Cochran longtime Union Countyborn Hester Ann Stegall died at her Warren Street home after a long illness. She leaves husband J W Cochran and two sons C A Cochran and Dr W B Cochran. Funeral at 10 this morning from the residence with interment Laurel Hill cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Cochran
Warren Street
Union County
N. C
Georgia
J. W. Cochran
C. A. Cochran
W. B. Cochran
Thomasville Hosts Colored State Baptist Association Delegates
Thomasville welcomes about 200 delegates to the Colored State Baptist Association now in session. The locals note the intelligent, well dressed visitors and offer lodging, hoping for a pleasant, profitable stay. The community touts its orderly colored population and hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Baptist Association
Thomasville
Master’s Vineyard
Mrs McKinleys Condition Improves After Night in Washington
Washington June 6 physicians issued the brightest bulletin on Mrs McKinleys condition since her return to Washington. The 11 oclock report says she had a very comfortable night and that her general condition is somewhat improved.
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Washington
McKinley
Cincinnati
New York
Chicago
Nashville
Smith
John E. Dedman
Tenn
R. ‘Thomas, Jr
D&w
Contestants Eligible for Medals Named by County School
Commissioner Maclean at the Teachers Institute next week announces a medal contest open to public school pupils aged six to sixteen. The event aims to showcase student achievement in a statewide program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maclean
Teachers’ Institute
Pelham Woman Lena Vickers Returns Home
Miss Lena Vickers of Pelham, visiting relatives for two months, has returned home to the regret of many friends and admirers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena Vickers
Pelham
Elks Plan Town Carnival for a Big Cooperative Blowout
The Elks propose a town carnival and urge broad cooperation to stage a large community celebration. Local leaders and residents are asked to join in organizing the event to boost town spirit and participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks
Busy townsmen prep for K P picnic and local deals
John Andrishok and John Grant led days of prep for the K P picnic amid town activity. Real estate agent E M Mallette sold vacant corner lots at Colton avenue and Hill street to Joseph Pingle for immediate building, while Joe Beverly upgrades his Dawson street home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Andrishok
John Grant
E. M. Mallette
Colton Avenue
Hill Street
J. R. Saiter
East End
Joseph Pingle
Knights of Pythias Leader Visits Atlanta Picnic
Mr. D. M. Reaves of Atlanta circulated among the picnicers yesterday. Editor Allen arrived from Moultrie with the Knights of Pythias and spent the day in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. M. Reaves
Atlanta
Allen
Moultrie
The
Knights of Pythias
City
Atlanta man leaves after visit with Miss Collins in city
Mr. R. J. Herbert of Atlanta Georgia was guest of Miss Maryleu Collins and departed yesterday for Toledo Ohio after a pleasant stay in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. Herbert
Atlanta
Maryleu- Collins
Toledo
South Georgia College Commencement Caps Frisco Event
A crowded evening at South Georgia College ends with speeches by students and music by Miss Wardlaw Miss Bettman and Miss Merrill. Prof Dean awards medals for oratory and best essay and the faculty issues resolutions thanking supporters and community members in Thomasville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Georgia
J P., Wardlaw
Footights
South Georgia College
Belie Bettman
Mamie Merrill
Col. Covington
Roddenberry
Thomasville
Times-Enterprise
Otis S
A.J. Little
C. Jackson
Albert Pringle
Edgar Brandon
Claude Smith
Knights of Pythias Picnic Draws Crowds in Paradise Park
The Knights of Pythias picnic at Paradise Park drew hundreds from Tifton, Moultrie, and Thomasville, despite a brief shower. Prof. Phweatt's band entertained as guests arrived by train, followed by a large community feast supervised by local ladies. After dinner, attendees visited the ball grounds for a Moultrie versus Thomasville game and enjoyed tours of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Knights of Pythias
Paradise ‘Park
L Ocal Ladys
Tifton
Prof
L'Hiweatt
Ciizens
Monaltrie
Thomasville
Moultrie
PT. & G. Road
Capid
Compressed Tragedy Quip Sparks Reader Challenge
The London Globe cites brief lines as the leanest tragic verse, naming Cook Maria and Boy ashes among contenders. The item feigns a wedding tour quip and a playful jab at a bride and groom packing a valise as the scene shifts from light satire to eerie verse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Globe
Maria
Guo
Notice of sale of interest in Chicago Butter Company
J G Nelson announces sale of interest in the Chicago Butter Company and disclaims further responsibility for accounts of the company. Also mentions Wat Young and Female College commencement next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J. G. Nelson
Young. Female College
Rain-Shortened Thomasville Edges Moultrie 4-3
Rain interrupted the Thomasville versus Moultrie game, delaying action after the fifth inning. Moultrie, fielding a similar lineup, won 4 to 3 as Thomasville added new players. umpire Ardis MacDougald handled the contest satisfactorily.
Kodol Digestive Aid Promised to Restore Natural Digestion
J. W. Peacock advocates Kodol as a miracle digestive aid that allows a diseased stomach to rest. He claims Kodol digests all foods without stomach aid, using the same elements as natural digestive fluids to improve nourishment and overall health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Peacock
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the Weekly Times-Enterprise
Thomasville, GA
Tifton and
Bryan Norman
Nestor
Colquitt County
B. M. Comfort
Boston
Dave Murphy
Colquits
W. B. Dukes
South Georgia Loge
Young Biamale College
Teachers Institute
Joe Beverly
Lev
Reeves Antrey
Willie Verega
Ava Sdamesnes
Joseph Sparks
Marco Balzarris
Cecil Baker
Violin Soule
Wiss Bells Bettman
James Dillon
Rome
Ernest Mallard
Jonn Adams
Sydney
Fleming
Garfield
Joseph Jeger
William Hambleton
Emmett
Boyd Dukes
Picket
Joseph Craiz Miles
Virginia
Joseph Mitchell
Miss Dottie Merrill
Maggie
Pod
Iloultrie
Thomasville Knights
Dit
Ardis MacDougald
Bouchelle
Godbolt Pittman
Saesensee Eeneas Fop
Pardee
Davenport
Bibb Dillon
Wetherington Groover
Thomasville Moultrie
Neseeaed D
Etop Sree
Serseseee Saeees Morphy
Shonse
Capt
Forrest
Memphis
R. Thomass Jr
A&w
Gulf Ry
R. G. Stone
W.F. Rudisill
DeWitt
R. Thomas, Jr
Pitts
Arlington
Tex
Albany
Norris Silver
North Stratford
N. H
James Brown
Potsmouth
Boston, Go
Ing
Oes
Boston, Ga
Wlyr
Messrs
Lippman Brothers
Savane
Nah
Lippman
P.P. P
A. M. Ramsey
Exxas
Comanche
J. M. Lambert
N. P
Comanche County
Texas
Iporian
Gloo
Srimrs
J. Wo. Peacock
Eczama
Waterman & Co
Sale Stables
Madison St
Evans Warehouse
Kentucky
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