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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1902
Page
1
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A cough signals an underlying throat or lung issue rather than being the ailment itself. Treating a cough requires addressing the root cause rather than masking symptoms with quick fixes.
The column lists residents and visitors including Misses Hattie and Annie Lon Blackshear shopping in town, Ralph Neel returning from New York, Theo Titus returning home from White Springs, J B F Monk and M M Blanton visiting from Moultrie, Judge Montgomery from a northern tour, W I Macintyre graduates and returns, Capt T Maclean and friends to White Springs, Maggie Hight visiting in town, Mr W Presnell teaching in the county dying in the city, Mrs W J Daniels visiting home, Mrs Joan Dekle and others returning from White Springs, and G P-Rudsill heading to St Teresa with family.
The Citizens of Cordele invite Hon. W. M. iammond to deliver an address on the 4th of July. The note notes a rare treat in store for the community and records the upcoming patriotic event. Also mentioned are local social outings and recent teaching licensure exams with mostly female candidates. Mrs A Cooke buys and will occupy the Dawson street corner property via E M Mallette.
Senator elect Jonb D Harrell of Bainbridge was in town Wednesday morning. Harrell counted his friends here to the score and is expected to be an influential member of the next senate. Dr W N Fleetwood and wife of Macon are visiting relatives in the city and Fleetwood appears as bright and genial as ever.
Cadet M. Smith Jr of Gordon Military Institute Barnesville has been appointed 1st Lieut of his company. The promotion is described as a compliment and reflects his standing with officers and faculty.
A letter from Mr. J. Monroe Lee states his post office address is now Hobert QO T. He mentions enjoying the home paper and notes Col R G Mitchell nominated for Ry War on April 13. He presents checks to Miss Heath for 25.00 on May 13 and 25.00.
The Wyue Missionary Society adopts four resolutions mourning the loss of Sophie Bouchelle. They note her faithful service and prayers, express submission to God’s will, extend sympathy to her devoted family, and order copies sent to the family and Times Enterprise with an inscribed memorial page. Annie Fuller, Mattie Evans, Annie Mebane.
The Thomasville Board of Education names J.C Wardlaw as superintendent H. F Lawson as principal and an array of teachers including John B. Baker Watkins Sallie Baker Bessie Merrill Louise Slater Rena Brandon Ida Tomlinson Arthur- Patten and Balgbrons. They seek active cooperation from parents to ensure success in shaping character and future usefulness of local students.
In a Times Enterprise message Jobo H Howard thanks supporters from the late primary for tax receiver in Thomas County. He praises opponents as good men and pledges honest faithful service to justify public confidence.
Miss Natelie Murray died yesterday morning at the sanatorium of Dr T M McIntosh after receiving the best medical care and nursing. Described as amiable and pure, she had just begun womanhood. Her remains will be sent to Oswego for burial today.
The body of Miss Murray, earlier reported dead, was sent north yesterday to Oswego New York for burial. Southern friends mourn her loss and extend sincere sympathy to the family. Her memory is cherished by local friends for her many fine traits. Brief services were held at the sanitarium by Rev E D McDoneald, pastor of the Presbyterian church.
Clerk Groover records a massive mortgage on the Plant system and Coast Line railways. The loan of 80 million dollars is secured by the United States Trust Co of New York and totals about 20 090 per mile, making it one of the largest mortgages recorded in the area.
At commencement exercises in Bainbridge Donald Fudge won the Caldwell medal for oratory becoming the standout winner among young contestants. His victory brings pride to his Thomanville circle and their families.
A Sunday night baptism at the Baptist church conducted by Rev. J H Logan filled the auditorium and lecture room to capacity with new converts. The ceremony began at 3 30 o clock Monday evening and was attended by Rosa Vann among others.
Telegraphed and published notes recount a New York wedding of Mrs. Brandon and Congressman Fox with a large, society crowd and Waldorf breakfast, plus jail sentences for burglary and rape, a Valdosta Gun Club letter, ice plant expansions, county grand jury findings, and local civic notes.
The remains of Mr D J Mc Guire were laid to rest in the old cemetery on Friday afternoon. The funeral was from the residence and conducted by Rev J P Wardlaw. Pallbearers were W A Pringle Henry Arnold P S Heeth R Mitchell W C Pittman and W M Raese. He belonged to the Methodist church and lived a blameless, dutiful life as a faithful citizen since the war.
The T T and G Railway plans its second annual excursion from Thomaville Mull trie and intermediate points to Atlanta and Macon. Tickets to Macon cost 2.50 and to Atlanta 4.00 with a July 3 departure from Tifton 1 38 p m and return valid to July 8. A passenger agent will supervise the trip for comfort and enjoyment.
Coroner B C Johnson presided over the inquest into Rosa Harris co. found dead in her bed on McLean Avenue. The jury declared Harris died June 23 from natural causes with Foreman W Williams and members J O Lewis T L Wyche J Cone D C Duren S Horn signing. Also noted Cracker Gun Club shooters posted strong marks at 25 birds with Mallard H W Hopkins Jr Jim Hopkins Watgon Peacock and Jemison competing.
Washington June 22 Senators predict dispersal between the first and the Fourth of July. The session may extend for Philippine government consideration and final passage of appropriation bills this week. The house will delay Philippine bill until late week and conferees will settle Senate and House differences. A conference on the inter-oceanic canal bill is arranged, with an agreement expected this week.
The return of King Edward, Queen Alexandra, and the court to London from Windsor is expected tomorrow. After weeks of rain the sunny start boosts public morale and tempers rumors about the King's health and possible plots.
The Spooner amendment as amended grants the president authority to determine if a clear title to the Panama Company's property can be obtained and to purchase it for 40 million dollars if feasible. If not, the isthmian canal would be built via the Nicaragua route under a seven member commission. Gold bonds totaling 130 million dollars at 2 percent interest would be issued to finance construction.
The president dined with about a dozen leading Republican senators favoring Cuban reciprocity and discussed ways to lower duties on Cuban products to fulfill pledges to Cuba. The Pope may accept Taft land settlement terms in writing Friday. Southern Railroad to build a union station near Mitchell Street viaduct within three months, per Samuel Spencer and a letter to the governor.
Quebec June 21 Judge Andrews discharged the motion for contempt against detective Carpenter and remanded Gaynor and Greene to Montreal under jailer custody.
Mont Pelee erupts again while canal bill support grows stronger. Judge Bennett resigns Brunswick circuit. Spooner bill may pass. canal construction hinges on it. Morgan falters in Nicaragua dispute. Guerry to start a paper. like Carnegie, aims to avoid dying rich. Moultrie Observer notes drinking bets and dry town. Joe Terrell wears a Panama hat past the primary. A proposed 1000 mile New York Chicago highway. Morgan’s legs praised in England though not yet influential. Admiral Schley defends Sampson death remarks. Critics doubt Justice Lewis resignation reports.
The remarks span criticism of the whiskey trust and water problems in Kentucky. Republican senators question Roosevelt’s stance, while Democrats and populists challenge party compromises. References to William M. Stewart and a Georgia bar admission proposal frame ongoing political and legal debates.
Hon B. Miller of Muscogee warns against reviving the Kansas City platform on free silver and other issues, predicting a new platform with fresh issues. He says Georgia delegates lean toward Cuban reciprocity and national priorities. Cotton tariff and mill consumption are discussed with Southern mills taxed 15 to 18 percent and Northern 87 percent, totaling about 4.15 million bales for the year.
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