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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
1
In Ga on December 28 W Tippin, a prosperous local businessman, died after fasting twenty four days as he claimed a divine command from God to fast until further notice. He told his family a decree from divine powers mandated the fast and he persisted until his death.
Supervisor Sandy Mount outlines the census test and selection process for enumerators. Applicants aged 18 to 70 who are citizens may apply by January 25, with tests held February 6 across district sites. Women may be eligible in certain areas. emphasis remains on honest capable workers for accurate census data.
Sheriff O S Bennett and Deputy Butler report the arrest of three negroes in the shooting of Mr Jim in the Sixth district. They are jailed for trial. Mr Porter was shot in the back and, at last accounts, may recover.
Thieves burglarized the Wood stout depot Thursday morning between 6 and 8 o'clock, forcing entry by boring the back of the safe. They secured about $15 in money and two quarts of liquor. Authorities are investigating to identify the suspects.
A garbled office note references humming popular songs and a refusal to do something, mentioning persons Tipe and Ivan in unclear context and lacking coherent events or dates.
Atlanta dispatch notes the state Treasury is issuing $150,000 in semiannual interest for registered and coupon bonds on January 1, plus $100,000 repaid on a temporary Governor Brown loan to aid teacher payments. Total near $850,000, with $100,000 cash left. Feb 1 pension payout is $940,000, demanding over $1 million in new funds. $760,000 due teachers for 1909 to be paid by April 1.
The Comptroller of the Currency has authorized the First National Bank of Vienna to start with 50 000 in capital. T H Gregory is president Ed Howell vice president and Charles B Gurr cashier. The piece also covers Census Bureau testing and appointment process for enumerators with Taft’s remarks on duty and pay.
Atlanta observers expect no decision before mid January or early February in the McLendon railroad commissioner case. A McLendon win could oust Gray and keep McLendon in the post briefly, while a loss leaves Gray in place. The Legislature may seek to abolish the five member commission or reshape it, but party factions and potential reversals by the Supreme Court complicate any move.
The State College of Agriculture at Athens will host a four day farmers conference January 18 to 21. Influential speakers from farming sectors will cover industrial and cultural topics for men and women, with special rail rates and affordable Athens accommodations. Attendees can plan travel before spring work begins. local agents can advise on rates.
D B Thompson informs farmers Burt seed oats will arrive between now and January 16th and are recommended for sowing now due to dry weather. He urges seed oats buyers to contact him if they could not sow. The note references a pending Supreme Court holiday break and a decision not expected before February 1.
Abbeville Georgia December 28 Following a quarrel in which he shot and killed H H Wood at Seville near here yesterday morning H F Strickland acting marabal of the town was placed in jail Here The men formerly were partners in business and according to reports bad blood had existed between them prior to the killing.
A collage of witty slips and quick quips from various papers. Jokes about a mummy in New York, a suburban cook, a rhinocerous horn tale, and a mistletoe misnomer mix with light banter on fame, burglars, trials, and aviator watchers.
City banks will close tomorrow for New Year’s Day. All parties are urged to govern themselves accordingly.
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