27 Feb 1904
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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1904
Page
1
A state funded book system goes into effect next Tuesday for schools supported by the state funds. New textbooks chosen by the State Board will be used in counties as of March 1 and remain in use for five years, with strict penalties for teachers using nonapproved books.
The funeral for Dr Youmans, a prominent local figure, was held in the city on Wednesday afternoon. The procession began at his Fifth Street residence led by K lodge and K of P lodge members with visiting brethren. Rev Atkinson delivered an impressive tribute at the grave side.
A letter from a reader named Farmer advocates adopting the Australian ballot for the upcoming primary. He argues it ensures equal treatment of candidates, reduces manipulation at the polls, and preserves voter confidentiality, outlining a booth setup and supervision by sworn managers to ensure a fair, private vote.
In Pelham Georgia on February 24 a 15 year old mixed race boy named Jack Johnson allegedly assaulted a four year old girl of white farmer George Williams. a posse formed as a manhunt spread across the area. The next day in Camilla the same Black person youth, later named Johnson, was captured and taken to Albany after surrender.
Dr. Len G. Broughton denounces a proposed Atlanta juvenile court urging reform through prevention and local churches. He lauds W. J. Bryan, calls the Tabernacle speech prophetic, questions class bias, and argues for a first class reformatory over new courts while denouncing punitive measures.
Dooly superior court, convened Monday, is busy with civil docket trials and several divorces. Key case: W H Bussey ex police chief of Cordele vs city for ten months salary $605. jury verdict for Bussey. Hugh Dollar vs G S & F Railroad, third trial, previous verdicts for Dollar and railroad, case likely appealed. Other trials include several divorce verdicts and consent verdicts for plaintiffs and defendants.
A modern voice urges municipal conscience in Atlanta to avoid new reforms. The piece argues existing justice machinery is sufficient and warns against meddling changes, echoing a prophetic call to straighten the city’s path.
An advertisement extols DeWitts Little Early Risers as a tonic for a strong liver and rebuilt liver tissues. It claims the pills cleanse the system without griping and guarantee satisfactory results. Sold by Vienna Drug Co.
J. R. Horne of Pinehurst declares he cannot run for state senate citing home duties and lack of political aspirations. The report notes Crum and Fields remain as avowed candidates while Bedgood’s candidacy is uncertain.
Henry Littlejohn a colored worker at Vienna Cotton Oil Mills suffered a severe injury when his right hand was drawn into a breaker. The accident occurred Wednesday morning and resulted in amputation below the elbow. He was reported to be recovering well at last accounts.
Fire destroyed Finch, Humphreys & Co. big supply store at Kingaworth, wiping out nearly all stock valued at 16 000 dollars. Insurance carried with Aetna for 8 000 dollars. The post office in the same building also burned.
Brunswick and Birmingham railroad expansion progresses with a survey party measuring track age under a new combine. Next work aims from Montezuma toward Birmingham along the direct route.
A local dealer promotes a large stock of new laces reading and embroider series from J P Heard and Sons. The notice urges customers to inspect offerings and note wide selection and likely favorable prices.
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