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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1900
Page
2
A compact item from The Weekly Times Enterprise in Thomasville Georgia references individuals John Triplett and W A Spitz in a short community note. The fragment provides no further context or details about their roles or actions.
The editorial column notes the South African War nearing its end and praises Georgia Democrats for unity as the state convention in Atlanta nears. It criticizes the stalled anti trust bill and highlights Senator Clay of Georgia as a campaign asset while recounting a printing industry quip about engraved stationery. It mentions a fundraising attempt by postal clerks in major cities to push federal legislation.
The Albany Herald argues the democratic platform should fit two pages of legal cap, condemning current carpenters for overusing timber. It calls for a short modern paragraph plus six solid, broad planks to build an honest platform for the party of the people.
The fiscal year 1900 shows record exports with April totaling 118,926,507 dollars. This figure is 20 million above any prior year, 30 million above April last year, and twice April 1893. All industries contribute to this surge as April breaks its usual light export pattern.
Louis Dreyfus of Frankfort on Main tested a secret chemical at Thomas A. Edison’s lab. A half cup of the compound, aluminum powder, and a wrench were heated to an estimated 3000 degrees Celsius in five seconds, a result deemed previously impossible.
A letter notes many Irish figures in British command in South Africa including Lord Roberts and Gen Kitchener. It argues Irish troops like the Dublin Fusiliers Connaught Rangers and others are in the front lines and gaining glory, questioning calls to fund Boer bullets.
The Chicago Chronicle urges Democrats to nominate a vice president who strengthens the ticket and supports Bryan. It questions Towne’s fit, warns against a West‑only ticket, and calls for broad Democratic populist unity while urging Populists to back Bryan. The piece also discusses tariffs on newly acquired islands and census matters with a satirical tone.
The Los Angeles Herald argues that excessive duties have driven nails iron and steel prices up 100 to 200 percent harming consumers. It contends officials should reveal these true market effects to avoid partisan bias and misrepresentation of prosperity.
A local veterans group urges Louisville to acknowledge their service and express support. Members say the city has acted appropriately and stands with wartime and peacetime veterans alike, seeking official recognition and ongoing backing.
A man bought a 690 tree peach orchard in Irwin County last fall for $2 per tree with dwelling and improvements. He owes $1200 on credit. Last week he began selling peaches at $5 per crate, averaging one crate per tree, yielding $3 profit per tree after repayment of the debt.
The statistician reports 6,225 murders in 1899 versus 784 in 1898. Executions by hanging totaled 131 in the past year with 100 in the South and 31 in the North. Among the executed, one was Indian, 58 white, and 72 negroes.
The census law makes refusal to answer printed questions a misdemeanor with a fine not exceeding $100. The enumerator asks to fulfill legal duties, not curiosity, and he works hard to earn his pay.
The Valdosta Times recounts the life of Mr. McRee born in Laurens County about 64 years ago who came to this county as a civil engineer. He married Rachel Spain and left four sons William Edward Frank and Young. He shifted from cotton to watermelons cantaloupes sugar cane and other crops and studied sugar manufacture for a large scale venture. Known for quiet charity hospitable home convener of convict labor his farm drew workers eager to return after service.
The ad claims indigestion sufferers are half starved and need wholesome food. It promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as digesting what you eat to nourish the body while organs heal. It asserts instant relief and complete cure of stomach troubles and invites readers to try it.
The editorially summarized remarks from Congressman Grigg at Shorter College criticize the new woman and woman suffrage while praising traditional womanhood. He supports open schooling for girls and women entering trades yet denounces mannish women and the push for broader ballot rights, warning of social decay if such changes prevail.
London dispatch reports a pause in South African operations as Lord Roberts reorganizes at Pretoria for a long pursuit of the Boers toward Lydenburg. General Botha conducts rear guard actions to delay while rail lines and cartridge stores are moved to Lydenburg. Fortifications and native labor bolster Boer defenses amid potential railway disruption.
Advertisement asserts that foods will ferment if not digested quickly and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. It promises digestion of all food, relief from worst dyspepsia, and pleasant taste. Endorsed by J. W. Peacock.
The article reports Philadelphia meetings of prominent African American leaders including bishops editors lawyers and ministers to promote a black presidential ticket. The Savannah Press notes that a unified black party could influence the election yet warns it may worsen race tensions and distract from practical progress.
The Temple Times notes that war with China seems likely though the nation is formidable. It cautions against stirring up the “hen roost” and finds self-restraint preferable to unleashing a yellow terror that could threaten East Asia and Europe.
U S troops occupy 106 posts north of Manila and 94 posts to the south creating a widely distributed force. The army is divided into numerous detachments each potentially vulnerable to sudden insurgent attacks.
A promotional note states Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is preferred by druggists for family use and customer satisfaction. Druggist J. Goldsmith of Van Etten New York testifies it treats ordinary coughs colds and post grippe coughs effectively. Sold by Thomas Dickson druggist.
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