Titus Appointed Deputy Chancellor for Knights of Pythias
Theo Titus Friday received appointment as Deputy Grand Chancellor for the Knights of Pythias by Grand Chancellor W H Bran. He oversees the immediate state region with several lodges including Valdosta Boston Pavo Cairo Donalsonville Bainbridge and more. He will preside at the next district convention in Bainbridge, and was previously chancellor commander of Star Lodge 81.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo
Titus Friday
W. H. Brannon
Knights of Pythias
Titus
Valdosta
Boston
Pavo
Cairo
Donalsonville
Bainbridge
Star Lodge 81
Jameson Declines Bealer Will Stay
Dr Jameson refused Mercer University presidency citing duty as secretary of the mission board. Rev Alex W Bealer had been mentioned as his successor, but Jameson’s decision means Bealer remains in Thom asville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jameson
Mercer University
Mission Board
Dr. Jameson
Alex W. Bealer
Thomasville
Bealer
Fixing Offices in Mitchell House
Mr W C Snodgrass owner of the Mitchell House converts second and third floor rooms into about thirty offices fronting Broad and Jackson streets. He has rented four rooms to J L Philips Lumber Co, who move from lower Broad on July 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Snodgrass
Mitchell House
Broad
Jackson Streets
Montgomery Excursion To Be Entertained By Local Association
Mr. T. J. Bottoms received a letter from J. A. Taylor T P A Montgomery announcing the Commercial and Industrial Association will entertain excursion visitors on June 26. The club room will be open to visitors and merchants along the line are urged to send notices to customers. Montgomery brass band will greet the train and prospects look bright for a large Alabama turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Bottoms
Montgomery
J. A. Taylor
The
Mer
Alabama
Severe Short Rainfall Strikes Thomasville Saturday
A heavy storm hit Thomasville with two inches of rain in one hour amid loud thunder and lightning. Streets turned to torrents as the downpour damaged property and spurred rushes to seek shelter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomasville
Officers Aid Urged for Military Money
The Adjutant General asks militia officers and others in the state to urge a 50,000 appropriation from the General Assembly meeting in June. The funds would supplement the Congressional stipend to equip the militia, support instruction camps, and maintain high efficiency. Local officers should circulate petitions and present them to Thomas County's delegation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Combar
General Assembly
Adjutant General
Thomas County
Meigs Resident H L White Visits Town
H L White of Meigs spent Friday in town, engaging with local residents and checking on community affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. L. White
Meigs
Blood Balm cures catarrh and deafness claims
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for catarrh and foul breath by cleansing the blood. It claims to restore hearing in partial deafness caused by catarrh and offers a money refund if not cured, with free medical advice and a sample.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blood Blm Co
Atlanta
Sampson Wins Supreme Court Case Over Gas Fixtures
The Supreme Court upheld a Superior Court verdict for S. Sampson for 825 dollars in a dispute with Messrs. Wolff over gas fixtures removed from a store. The ruling was affirmed with Sampson to write off about 18 dollars for the fixtures. Merrill represented the dry goods firm and Mitchell Titus the property owner.
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Supreme Court
M. Wolff
Sampson
Messrs. Wolff
Lower Broad
Mitchell House
S. Sampson
Wolffs
J. H. Merrill
J .F. Mitchell and
Theo. Titus
Thirty Years Ago and the Happenings in Thomasville
Items from the Thomasville Times June 19 1875 note General Grant seeking a third term and social friction as the first Georgia enforcement of civil rights features caused tension in Thomasville. Local events include library robbery, a new sign for W M Smiths buggy repository, a plan to celebrate July 4 with E H Smith delivering the address, K T Maclean reading the Declaration, Fletcher Institute graduation events, and Judge Hansell presiding with thanks from the bar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Smith
Georgia
Thomasville
Froid
Capt
Dear Beatrice Fairfax Advice Column Mystery
A 1905 letter to Beatrice Fairfax asks which of several suitors is sincere in a tangled romance. The writer cites six named lovers and pleads for guidance on choosing the truthful partner while noting political metaphor and a call to expose the caricature of governance.
Construction on A and B Extension Rail Project Advances
Fifteen hundred tons of steel rail will be shipped weekly to Montezuma for the A and B extension to Birmingham. The first shipment leaves Druins Monday. Rails reach port by steamer and 740 tons will be used. rail laying to Montezuma will begin after survey clearances. Contracts let include Montesuma to Telethorpe to Missouri Construction Co. and others with lines from LaGrange to Birmingham and a branch to Atlanta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montezuma
al& BL
Barminghspr
Necard
Montesuma
Telethorpe
Missouri Construction Co
Oglethorpe, Ga
Oglethorpe
Tastboetton
C. D. Smith& Co
B. Lewis, Oglethorpe
New catalogues for Youngs Female College issued in Thomasville
The new catalogues for Youngs Female College arrived Friday from Franklin Printing Co Atlanta. They feature a 1905 1906 calendar lists of trustees officers and faculty and an alumnae list noting graduates since 1871. The catalogue highlights scholarships and offers a detailed history and course information for prospective students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young’s Female College
Thomasville
Franklin Printing Co
Atlanta
Georgia legislators prepare for June 20 session
Georgia politicians from Thomas county anticipate the upcoming legislative session opening June 20 in Atlanta. Voters re elected reps Hendrew Mitchell John R Singletary and J B Rountree while S W Hopkins is replaced by S S Bennett. John M Slaton is expected to win the speaker post with no contest. The senate presidency fight centers on West and Candler. Grady county status hangs on the vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Thomas County
Hendrew Mitchell
John R. Singletary
Cairo
J. B. Rountree
Boston
H. W. Hopkins
S. S. Bennett
Tullman
C. P. Hansell
Senate
Chas
Atlanta
John M. Slaton
House
Mitchell
West
Lowndes
Candler
DeKalb
Revival of Masonic Vireles Interest in Pelham
Mr. D. M. Rogers of Pelham noted a lively revival of Masonic vireles there. A chapter of R A M has been revived and several members plan to seek affiliation with Crussuder Commandery Knights Templar, to be installed here on June ich.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. M. Rogers
Pelham
R.A. M
Crussuder Commandery
Knights Templar
Pain Rating Ailments Aimed at Sprained Ankle and Shoulder
An old ad promotes Chamberlain's Pain Rating as especially valuable for sprained ankle, shoulder injuries and related ailments. It claims prompt use saves time money and suffering and attributes the ad to J W Peacock of Thomasville Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. W. Peacock
Thoamaville
Salve Claim by DeWitts for Skin Ailments
An advertisement touts DeWitt and Co Witch Hazel Salve as penetrating pores to antiseptic healing. It claims effectiveness on eczema tetter ringworm and skin diseases and offers relief for itching piles. Sold by Bra Coy Pharmacy Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitts
BE. O. DeWitt & Co
Bracoy Pharmacy Co
Lumbermen Case Sustains Moore Over Mule Ownership
A court decision by Judge Mitchell sustains Moore in the dispute between Redgood Howell and Co and Moore. Both sides are lumbermen and the case centers on who owns several mules used in lumber operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Mitchell
Redgood Howell and Co
Moore
Misses Moultsby Warm North Carolina Guests on Dawson Street
Misses Ethel and Alma Moultsby of North Carolina are in the city as attractive guests of Miss Clyde Patterson on Dawson Street.
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Ethel and
and Alma Moultsby
North Carolina
Clyde Patter
Reading and clipping service pitches public publicity plan
A dubious advertisement outlines a clipping service by Frank A. Burrelle offering daily newspaper clipping benefits for a nominal cost. It claims to track items about by profession and reports how clipped material aids artists authors and businesses with personalized briefs and leads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corr
Frank A. Burrelle
Burrelle Svia
Reverend Walker Lewis Recommends Morley Levon Hilxis Remedy
A Methodist minister endorses Dr Morley s Levon Hilxis as a beneficial medicine. He says the remedy aids feintly with liver and testicular health and acts as a liver regulator and general tonic. The endorsement highlights admirable medicinal properties from a trusted local figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker Lewis
Mindeter
Morley
Laxative Chamberlain Tablets Sell in Thomasville
The Chamberlain Stomach and Liver Tablets are advertised as a natural laxative effect you may not notice as medicine. Sold by J. W. Peacock in Thomasville, Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. W. Peacock
Thomasville, Ga
Paracamph health claim during spring exercise
A vintage advertisement promotes long walks for health and beauty. It claims Paracamph soothes tired feet, prevents chapping, and enhances skin through internal circulation effects, urging use after exercise. Bottles priced 25c 50c and 1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paracamph Co
Lewisville
Petoes
RR. Puotas
Piano dealer Cecroft sells top brands on easy terms
G C Cecroft offers Joe Steinway Knabe Fischer and Harrington pianos along with other high grade instruments. Sold or exchanged on easy payments to customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G C Cecroft
Joe Steinway
Knabe
Fischer
Mardman
Harrington
Fragmented Health Claim Adreads to Digestive Aid
Ad copy touts a digestive product with mentions of digestion, pepsin, and a list of body areas but is garbled and unclear. It references a cure like effect and various vague terms, with dubious claims about stomach, heart, and overall wellness. The text names several brands and locations, though specifics are obscured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ceiveys.the Pure Propessins To Che Bland Ponduyard Pp Hchs System Redebourgs
Tedpepe
Belsloge
Sense Stomuad Heart
W Braces Duarmu Co
Fissies
Reward Offered for Criminal Trespass in Pike County Ga
A twenty five dollar reward is offered by the undersigned for the arrest with proof to convict any person guilty of a criminal trespass on the following hold in Pike county Georgia to wit Lets 3 4 5 87 08 09 4 Abe 4 in the 17th district. Consulte I. Lb Bullock Ochlohonne Ga E. W. Switt Columbus Ga 6-15-10m0.
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Piemas
Georgia
Bullock
Ochlorhonne
E. W. Switt
Columbus
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Thomasville Times
General Grant
Nat Heath
Elijah
R. H. Harks
Rob
Triplett
Thomasville Guards
E. H. Smith
Lieut
K. T. Maclean
Fletcher Institute
Young's Female College
Augustin H. Hansell
Albany
J. QO
A. Cook
Methodist
Beatrice Fairfax
Billy Osborne
Beatrize Fairfax
Holly
Jimmy
Clark
Hoke
Richard and
Joseph Hill Hall
Forvid
Aly Task
Ddut
Beatrice Airtax
W. W. Osborne
Camp Comfort
Chatham Co. Ga
Talbotton
Warm Springs
Callaham Construction Co
Knoxville, Tenn
LaGrange
C. D. Smith & Co
J. B. Lewis
Birmigham
Young
South Georgia
Florida
Grady County
Penetratis
Dawson Street
Iira Ne
Newpapers
United States
Mr.& Burrelle
S Puat
Prson
New York
USA
Satinda
Jiee Lizette
Thibodeaux
Mallada National Toilet Co
Aris, Tenn
BR. Thomas Je
Lull Ik
Miles
Les
Yenic
CP E. C. Dewitt & Company
Chicago
Pharmacy
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