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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1902
Page
5
Fair today and cooler tonight with frost in mountain districts. Local political chatter, tax rate shifts, governor and office seekers cloud the scene. Also mentions a circus in Americus, a World’s Fair rumor, and local business ads.
A Georgia advocate urges a law banning under twelve work in cotton mills, arguing one visit to mills shows poor physical and educational outcomes for children. The piece cites Northern states with age limits from ten to fourteen and condemns neglectful parents pushing children into factory work.
A quoted critique from the Americus Times derides editors lacking independent judgment, accusing them of political obedience to a boss and of failing to think for themselves. The tirade portrays editors as mere instruments of others, not as autonomous decision makers.
With every ten dollar cash purchase Taylor Bros include a Phoenix Patent paper duster that lasts longer than other dusters and removes dust effectively. The ad emphasizes a free gift tied to a cash sale.
The Athens Tribune and Annoxious Times discuss the Jordan bill proposing an Agricultural High School at Griffin. They argue it would be costly and unnecessary, preferring stronger funding for existing State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts and public schools, with no new state appropriation.
Revival era testimonial notes Reverend Holladay of Holladay Mass praising Kodol for curing dispersia and stomach troubles after doctors gave up. Ad claims the remedy purifies and strengthens the stomach, aiding nutrient absorption and overall vitality. The Vienna Drug Co promotes taking Kodol after meals.
Local retailer Taylor Brothers advertises a display case showcasing a fine line of hats and shoes for customers to view before purchasing. The display emphasizes style and quality as shoppers browse the new arrivals.
A January 1 1903 sale advertises a vast stock of dry goods notions shoes hats hardware tinware crockery and groceries offered at deep discounts. Items include 25 yards of sheeting for 1, calicoes 1 yard for 1, Percales 4 to 8 cents, wool dress goods 41c, men's shirts 19 to 39 cents, hats 25 cents to 1.10, sugar 20 pounds for 1, coffee 10 cents per pound, and various hardware and household goods priced to attract buyers.
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