Post Office Notice Recorded at Vienna Georgia
Official marking shows the document entered at the Vienna Georgia Post Office as second class mail matter under the act of Congress dated March 8 1876.
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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
2
Official marking shows the document entered at the Vienna Georgia Post Office as second class mail matter under the act of Congress dated March 8 1876.
The article muses on Christmas origins and proper observance, challenging secular excess and urging simple worship. It argues Christ’s birth date is uncertain yet emphasizes honoring Him through modest attire, prayer, and hymns, contrasting with festive revelry.
A Civil War era editorial urges families to curb holiday display and aid the poor. It argues Christmas should be a day of worship and charity, with shoes and clothing for the barefoot, clothing for the thinly clad, and provisions for the aged and destitute.
Congress man E B Lewis of the Americus district is named to the House committee on banking and currency where he serves as ranking member on the Democratic side. The Americus Times Recorder notes his influence will aid southern farmers and shield their interests from financial crisis.
Fragmentary column reflects holiday sentiment and political jabber about Prohibition in Chicago and party bids for Hughes. Short note on pending presidential nomination and a local death in Gainesville Georgia marks the page.
Mrs. Jessie Lovick and her two children face a sad Christmas after John H. Lovick left for Florida. A letter from Madison, Florida, reports a dead man found near that town, with a pencil note bearing Mrs Lovick’s address. Mrs. Lovick fears the body may be her husband, as a forefinger on his right hand was missing. She hopes the body is sent to Macon and asks for full details.
Hawkinsville News notes a man who reacts to press coverage by giving thanks three times daily for what the paper knew yet withheld. The item suggests a curious public sentiment toward media coverage.
Assistant Postmaster General Hitchcock is deposed after he tried to dismiss two women postmasters in the state. Roosevelt called him out on the home run attempt.
The Richwood Sunday school plans a Christmas tree at the venue on December 25 for a festive evening. Organizers say preparations are underway to ensure a successful and enjoyable occasion for all attendees.
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