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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1908
Page
4
The Americas Times-Recorder lauds Governor Hoke Smith as a steadfast advocate for education in Georgia. It argues his lasting legacy lies in elevating public schools and aligning curricula with other states, anticipating a legacy beyond political office. A Brooklyn preacher anecdote highlights local culture and moral expectation.
In a Dodson Times excerpt the country life is praised for its advantages over city life. It argues rural upbringing shapes character, teaches practical skills, and builds resilience, claiming farm youths are better prepared for stern life and social etiquette.
Item mentions Kennedy product laxative honey and Ta Cares brand cough remedy, with Coldstrom reference and gentle bowel action claimed. No clear event or individuals beyond product names, suggests an old column note or advertisement snippet.
A cautionary tale about The Lookout Man watching children at night to ensure they obey their parents and go to bed. Naughty children are warned that Santa will bring nothing, while well-behaved kids receive gifts. The piece ends with the chorus that The Lookout Man will tell Santa Claus.
A reflective critique of the Christmas jug, contrasting festive delight with the ruin of alcohol. It argues that revelry leads to injuries, thefts, and broken families, urging communities to remove the jug from celebrations and preserve true seasonal goodwill.
A church Sabbath scene follows a soloist performing Where is My Wandering Boy Tonight. An old mother in a gallery sobs as a wandering son, long lost to sin, returns home. She prays aloud for his redemption and he enters, tears and reconciliation flowing between them.
The notice invites all to a Christmas tree lighting at Martin Williams store on the night of December 26. It promises cordial attendance and festive offerings from Taylor Bros including fruits and nuts, touting a joyous start to 1908 with improved conduct and happiness, signed by Mrs. L. W. Walker.
The Alabama Station reports cotton trials showing six and a half inches of deep plowing raises yields by 4.18 per acre over four and a half inches. Two-horse plowing could add about 125 dollars on a thirty acre field, enabling buying another horse. Bedding in March outperforms December due to soil condition. Level planting will replace bedding with early cultivation using weeder and harrow. Prof. Massey comments. Prof. Sligh visiting. Teddy Swain from Saskechewan visiting M. B. Peavy’s family. A life chance to see good amateur play at Heard's Opera House Friday night Dec. 18 1908, admission 36 and 20 cents.
Miss Gussie Bowen spent Saturday night and Sunday with Miss Rosa Woodruff at Oak Grove. Mrs J B Smith visited her mother Mrs Forehand Sunday. Mr and Mrs H P Swearingen visited Mr and Mrs G F Walton near Pinehurst Sunday. Miss Florence Smith guest of Miss Kate McNeese Saturday evening. Misses Lizzie and Clara Sherley visited cousin Essie Rains Sunday. Mr and Mrs B L Wilson visited Mr and Mrs A M Wilson at Pinehurst Sunday. Miss Alma Cole spent Monday evening with Miss Mary Swearingen. Mr and Mrs J T Sherley spent Sunday afternoon with Mr and Mrs D R Swearingen. Mrs C M Smith spent Monday evening with Mrs D R Swearingen. Mr and Mrs R G Swearingen visited Mr and Mrs W W Roberts Sunday afternoon. Mr J Smith and sister Eva of Oak Grove spent Sunday p m with Mr and Mrs C W Smith. R L Swearingen visited aunt Mrs J L Clewis at Snow Sunday. Miss Lilla Bowen visited sister Mrs J W Woodruff Saturday afternoon. O C Smith was a visitor to Mt Vernon Sunday.
The lines parody a politician's speech promising sunshine rain and low prices. Aimed at common voters the verse mocks extravagant pledges and grandiose visions. It likens campaign rhetoric to Horatian satire with playful exaggeration and a lingering critique of unkept promises.
The December term of the city court convened in the morning and adjourned Wednesday. Convictions included Henderworrt Hugh Taylor for violating prohibition law with 10 months or a $125 fine. J A Wilder charged with carrying Concealed weapons ended in mistrial. Sherman Pittman found not guilty of simple larceny. Sam Pittman pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts with $25 in each case. Milton Dixon and Jeff Munson, both colored, pleaded guilty to misdemeanors with fines of $80 and $40 respectively.
Cuthbert Ga December 17 diary fire swept through almost every business block in Kestler burning six stores operated by Perry Tal Crumbly Sykes Taylor and Ba. Little stock saved Hightowers Bank Keetler sustained damage. Estimated loss about fifty thousand dollars.
A barn owned by Mr. Jim Yo blood burned about 9 o'clock yesterday morning. The loss amount is not known. Arson is suspected as the fire had been seen burning twice before but was discovered in time to extinguish.
A fragmentary poem lines describe a twilight voyage toward a lone evening star and lighthouses along a bay as wind and sea create a dreamlike scene. The piece contemplates life with a divine encircling presence and shared moment between lovers or companions. A brief local note mentions "Uncle" Charilo Clewis and another unnamed man in the city.
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