Melon shipments rise as Montgomery excursion urged
The Week'y Times-Enterprise notes booming melon buyers at Thomasville hotels and Metcalfe shipping the first melon car to Robert Roddenberry for 125 dollars. It highlights Plant System efforts to handle melon traffic, announces a July Fourth round trip rate, and promotes an upcoming Montgomery excursion on July 15 with agent Beazley as info source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metcalfe
Robert Roddenberry
Montgomery
Ficker
Beazley
Thomasville and Quitman to duel for $100 purse
Thomasville meets Quitman in Quitman on July 4 for a $100 purse. The home team lineup is not yet settled, but both sides intend to field a strong squad to claim the prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomasville
Quitman
Guards Return From Bainbridge Camp
The Guards return from Camp Baveral days in Bainbridge. They look brown and happy and report a pleasant outing. At a board meeting at the bank yesterday the Bank of Thomasville declared a semi annual dividend of 3 percent, evidencing free business methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bainbridge
Baveral
Bank of
Thomasville
Lunacy Conviction Rules Willie Ferrill for Asylum
Willie Ferrill a colored young man was tried before Judge Jones for lunacy and convicted. Judge Jones has certified the case to the asylum authorities as required by law and Ferrill awaits action while remaining in jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Ferrill
Miss Lena Ruskin Returns From Milledgeville With Diploma
Thom as county notes Lena Ruskin has earned a diploma from the State Normal School Milledgeville after completing a special course. She achieved a splendid record through close attention to studies and is regarded as a bright young lady in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lena Ruskin
Thomas County
Milledgeville
State Normal School
Williams faces serious incident charge in Tallahassee jail
The governor orders Williams held in Tallahassee jail as fears of a mob in Monticello grow. A special term of court is expected to be convened to try him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Negro Williams
Dawkins
Tallahassee
Monticello
Thom asville Declares Fourth of July Holiday Idea
Our city shows little enthusiasm for a Fourth of July celebration and we urge declaring the day a holiday so residents can join Quitman Valdosta or other neighbors in celebrating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomasville
Quitman
Valdosta
Apportionment Released for School Fund to Counties
The new apportionment allocates school funds to counties and towns with public schools. Checks were mailed to the county school commissioners. Thomasville receives 412.56 dollars and the county 2,627.25 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomasville
Pleasant call from Savannah Glass Co official noted
A message recalls a cordial call from Mr F B Ivey manager of the Savannah branch of F J Coole dge & Bro Window Glass Co. The young man is A W Iveys son and among county bright youths. Also listed are Fidelity Mutual Life reps Nat Fo Jackson Elizabeth Brown Edna Cain visiting Stuart for a register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F.B. Ivey
Savannah
F. J. ‘Cooledge & Bro. Window Glass Company
A. W.ivey
Thomas County
Fidelity Manual
Life of Philadelphia
Nat Fo Jackson
Elizabeth Brown
Woman's Department
Edna Cain
Stuart
Fidelity. Mutual Life of Philadelphia
Aafest
United States
McLean
Day at the Encampment at Bainbridge by the Fourth Regiment
A vivid account of the A Tres ENTERPRISE encampment in Bainbridge with the Fourth Regiment. Five thousand spectators viewed a mock battle on Camp Hawes grounds overlooking the Flint River. Bainbridge's hospitality boosted town pride and promises another encampment next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bainbridge
Flint
Chatham Artillery
T. N. Hopkins
Dixie
Thomasville
Guards
Camp Hawes
Captain Charley Stuart Watches Bainbridge Sham Battle
Captain Charley Stuart visited Bainbridge on Monday to observe a sham battle by the fourth regiment in camp. He showed enthusiasm as preparations grew and was urged to join. He declined to wear blue, preferring the old gray, and did not participate, though his loyalty to his country is clear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Stuart
Bainbridge
Stuart
Verdict on inquest into unknown man's death near Ochlockonee River
The coroner's jury finds the unknown man's death near the Ochlocko near the river occurred today from unknown accidental causes. Albert Riley serves as foreman with Lee Neef Gets Ausley W A Fuller C Te Gandy R Hy Neef among jurors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Wea
Ochlockowee River
Albert, Riley
Lee Neef
Gets ‘Ausley
W. A.fuller, Co
Te -Gandy
R. Hy Neef
Letter from Clyde North Carolina invites visit to Clyde
A reader from Clyde North Carolina writes from June 1901 describing Clyde as a mountain town on Pigeon River, 60 miles from Thomasville. He praises hospitality at the Haynes hotel, notes local commerce, farms, apples, milk and butter prices, and trains from the Southern Railway. He invites Thomasville friends to visit and suggests travel via train 78 to Clyde arriving next day. The letter mentions several residents and performers and highlights a welcoming community.
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Clyde
N.C
Thomasville
North ‘Carolina
Clydes
Acthville
Pigeon River
F. &. Haynes
Southern Railway
Jeff
Uncle Hardy
Haynes
Mr. Smathers
Waynesville
Thomasv
Asheville
Waycroas
T. J. Bottoms
Young Washington official visiting parents plans medical degree
Mr J.T. Prevatt, long time government official in Washington, is visiting his parents while pursuing medical study. He expects to earn an M. D. within a year or two and will be glad to return home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.T. Prevatt
Washington
Rail excursion runs July 4 from Moultrie to Thomasville
On July 4 the T. T. and G. railroad operates an excursion train from Tifton to Thomasville. The Moultrie departure is 8:37 a.m. The round trip fare from Moultrie is 75 cents. Fares from Tifton Moultrie Post are listed in official notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tifton
Thomasville
Moultrie
Waycross Merchant Mr. Bibb Dies After Illness
Waycross Ga Mr P W Bibb a leading merchant died this morning at about 2 30 surrounded by family after contracting pneumonia he had been ill since Thursday He was senior member of Bibb and O Quinn proprietors of Red Star Clothing Store He belonged to First Methodist Church and Knights of Pythias which will aid in funeral set for 9 o clock tomorrow morning Pallbearers will be drawn from the order He came to Waycross from Thomasville twelve years ago and leaves brothers W H Bibb of Thomasville and T G and J K Bibb of Waycross and a father W L Bibb of Thomasville
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Waycrors
Snve - OB
PW. Bibb
Waycross
Emerchanta
O’elock
Bibb
W. H. Bibb
Thomasville
T. G and
J K. Bibb
W. L Bibb
Thoemasville
Farmers Mutual Insurance Association Annual Meeting Held
Thomas County farmers met at Thamesville court house yesterday morning with strong attendance. The old officers were re elected for another year: N R Spenger President Restor Alexander Secretary and Treasurer Piceatre. The annual report showed the association in splendid shape and a detailed account of its workings will be provided to readers soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thames County
Moonlit lawn party raises funds for Baptist church organ
Young women in charge of a court lawn party on Tuesday evening reported a good attendance and refreshments including pie. Tables were set around the shrubbery as couples wandered or sat in secluded spots. They estimate about 40 dollars was raised to add to the church organ fund.
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The
Baptist Church
Charley Cooper Expands To Double Store Space In City
Charley Cooper engages contractor Arnold to add a 130 by 40 foot extension to the W. Cooper Company building on Tower Madson Street. The new wing, to connect with the old, will extend the complex to about 250 feet, to be used as a store room for the grocery business and syrup refinery. The expansion signals steady growth of the Cooper Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Cooper
Arnold
Co. W. Cooper Company
Tower Madson ‘Street
Cooper
Syrip
Cooper Company
Old Time Negro George Forst Dies at 86
A Lamonia correspondent reports the death of George Forst an Old Time Negro aged 86 who died on the 18th He came to this country seventy years ago and formerly belonged to Dr Holland Known as Big George in his younger days he was a powerful man and will be missed by his race and many who knew him
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Lamonia
George Forst
Dr. Holland
George
Big George
Jefferson County petition seeks speedy trial for Williams
The people of Jefferson County have petitioned Judge John W. Maione of the Second Circuit to order a special term of the circuit court for the speedy trial of Simon Williams the man in jail who recently murdered Deputy Sheriff Dawkins of Jefferson County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallahessee
Jefferson County
John W. Maione
Second Circuit
Circuit Court
Simon Williams
Ja Hero
Sherif Dawkins
State pays teachers in Georgia counties and cities
State School Commissioner G R Geun mailed 152 checks totaling 221 443 52 to pay Georgia teachers. The sum represents seven percent of the amount due to teachers across the state, sent to counties and cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Schoo
G. “R | Geun
Cairo first car of melons loaded from Cairo
Cairo Georgia reports the first car of melons loaded today by George Taylor. The Cairo area states the melon crop is short this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairo
George Taylor
Mike Atkins Plans Close Race for First Bale of Cotton
Mike Atkins claims eight acres of waist high well fruited cotton on his plantation near town. He promises to prove his boasts to any skeptical Thomas by showing cotton bolls, though his farm as a hobby makes statements suspect. He suggests arranging with T. T. & G. for excursion rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike Atkins
Thomas County
Mike
Thomas
Rice culture gain in Buffalo exposition shows value
The article notes Robert Balfour’s plan to introduce rice cooking to northern audiences at the Buffalo exposition. A rice kitchen will demonstrate dishes and methods led by Miss Bill Whitney Gouald with Prof. S A Knapp visiting July 12. A Southern Pacific brochure will distribute 250 000 rice cookbooks. Rice dishes include gumbo fili and rice pancakes, lauding rice as a profitable southern crop for Thomas county farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert
Balfour
Buffalo
Billa Whitney ‘Gouald
New Orleans
New York City
S. A. Knapp
Rice Association of America
Southern Pacific Ratway
Thomas County
Inquest Verdict Over Jasper Ponder Death Near Merrillville
Coroner Johnson led an inquest into the death of Jasper Ponder found with a bullet wound on his front porch. The jury ruled death came from a pistol shot by an unknown party amid uncertainty over the shooter. Also reported are Knights of Pythias officers elected and Hope Alexander expanding farming with broom corn prospects noting Georgia yields.
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Johnson
Jasper Ponder
Merrillville
Ponder
Hbimselff
J. J. Turner
Foreman
W A Duren
TL. R. Haddock
EK Duren
R U. Davis
Rhr. M. Brown
Remembering F W Bibb Waycross Merchant Honored
In the Waycross Journal Baya tribute, F. W. Bibb is praised as a straightforward pleasant man and a successful merchant who rose in business. The article notes the Plant System melon handling is down to about half daily compared with prior years, with a 50 percent crop drop in the region.
Early Risers Advertisement Warns of Bowel Dangers
An old advertisement warns of danger from neglect of the bowels and promotes DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a remedy. It claims the pills regulate bowels, add years to life, and make life longer, noting they are easy to take and do not gripe. J. W. Peacock is cited.
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DeWitt
J. W. Peacock
E Cannon
Weather Review Shows General Crop Improvement Across Regions
The weekly summary reports favorable temperature conditions nationwide for the week ending June 24. Corn shows general improvement, except in Texas, Louisiana, and Southern Mississippi which need rain. Cotton in the central belt improves, while the Carolinas and Florida face weak conditions and some abandonment of fields in parts. Winter wheat harvest progresses amid rust reports in Ohio and Virginia.
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Washington
Weather Bureau
South Atlantic
Texas
Louisiana
Mississippi
Atlantic Coast
Virginias
Carolinas
Ohioiend
Virginia
Florida
Georgia
South Carolina
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Teething Remedy
Historic ad claims Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup has served for over fifty years easing teething pain for children. It promises gums softening and pain relief, cures wind colic and diarrhoea, priced at twenty five cents per bottle.
Sale of J. B. Rosalio & Co stock at reduced prices
A notice announces the buyout of J. B. Rosalio & Co stock and a big price reduction. It invites readers to call and see the sale with everything said to be sold for less than first cost. The signatory is T. B. Duren at 107 Jackson St. Also mentions Pursmouth Virginia resident James Brown and a medical claim about DeWite's Witch Hazel Salve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Rosalio & Co
Call
T. B. Duren
Jackson St
James Brown
Pursmouth
DeWite
J. W. Peacock
Smith’s Sure Kidney Care Promoted for Bright’s Disease
A vintage medical ad claims Brights Disease affects all social strata and offers Smith’s Sure Kidney Care as the guaranteed remedy. The ad promises a money back guarantee if it fails and lists R. Thomas, Jr. as the seller at 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Smith
R. Thomas, Jr
Ad&w
Piles Cured by Smith's Sure Kidney Cure Ends My Suffering
Lehman of Memphis Tennessee reports a radical cure after seventeen years of bleeding piles. He tried many remedies without lasting help but a short course of Smith's Sure Kidney Cure brought complete relief. Price 50 cents. For sale by K Thomas in Ir. d&w.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Lehman
Memphis
Tenn
K. Thomas
D&w
Plant System Expands to Seashore Resorts and Major Cities
Effective via the Plant System to Atlantic Beach Tybee Western North Carolina and other resorts with double daily schedules and through car service. Includes New York Boston Baltimore via Savannah and steamers. Weekend rates to Atlantic Beach and Tybee cheap. tickets sold Saturdays for Monday return. Plant System agents or address Rk LG TODD Montgomery Ala.
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Atlantic Beach
Tybee
North Carolina
New York
Boston
Baltimore
Savannah
Rk. LG
Todd, Div
Pass. Agt
Montgomery
Ala
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Promoted for Ailments
An old advertisement touts DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a quick cure for skin irritations such as ivy poisoning chafing and other skin ailments. It mentions J. W. Peacock as a proprietor or endorser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
J. W. Peacock
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Times-Enterprise
Thomasville, GA
Dag
Thomas County Farmers Insurance Association
Court House
Maine
South
F. W. Bibb
Willams
Star Lodge No. 31
Knights of Pythias
Eld
A J Macdonald
C. C. L. J. Sturdivant
W. C
R. Jones
P. W.J. Cram
Hope Alexander
Thomas’ Drurg
South Georgia
Alexander
Waycross Journal
Baya
Stray Horse
Susina
Henry Carrington
Bright's
Gulf
R. G. Stone
Radisi'l
Trav
Alice Hastings
Lippman
Natn
Tism
ONC Ryacongvacny TateaTen Ey Carla BT
VU Atca IE Tatu de P.P. P
Lippman Brothers
Sisko
Boston, Ga
D. R. Blood
Ees SS
P.S
Equitable
Lyr
D&witf
Waterman & Go.’s Sale Stables
Madison St
Evans Warehouse
Kentucky
Heeler
Wheeler
Rhomasville
van Vleet-Mansfield
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