South Georgia newspapers spar over gubernatorial support
In a temperate spin of era politics, editorials from Times-Recorder and Tifton Gazette criticize leadership and allergy to southern unity. A Cordele Sentinel note cites Americus correspondent saying Allen Fort will not seek Congress due to illness and heavy law practice.
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South Georgia
Tifton Gazette
Tta
Cordele Sentinel
Americus
Allen Fort
Congress
Executive Committee Meeting Held in Vienna
The county Democratic executive committee will meet at the courthouse in Vienna on Friday the seventh for party nomination discussions. Mr Lasseter of the Findlay district is asked to join. a full board is requested. Vienna Ga April 1888.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Court House
Vienna
Primonrios
Terpete
Lasseter
Findlay
Johnsons Chill and Fever Tonic ad and medical testimonial fragment
An OCR fragment promotes Johnsons Chill and Fever Tonic claiming it cures fever in one day. It also contains a damaged 1898 letter recommending Dr J H McLeans Liver and Kidney Balm after years of liver and kidney disease.
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Wolksen
Fevr
Johnson
Grand Tower
J. H. McLear
H. McLean
Dod
Vasrise
Proaniss backs Cuba independence stance as Lewis aid questioned
The Proaniss and Senator Clay favor Cuban independence without war if possible on an honorable basis. The Herald warns against favorite son schemes to defeat E B Lewis in Congress, urging voters to reject backroom combinations and reelect Lewis for honest representation.
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Clay
Senate
Cubi
Spain
Cuba
E. B. Lewis
Congress
Herald
Third Congressional
Mr. Lewis
Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup Endorsed by Dr Hadfield
A testimonial from Jas Hadfield of 350 West Street New York City endorses Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as an excellent remedy for cough cold and hoarseness. He notes its value as a household medicine and mentions it sells everywhere for 25 cents.
Enron remarks on populist role in June primary
The speaker argues the Executive Committee should set the June primary plan and decide if Democrats or populists will control nominations. Populists, described as disruptive and opportunistic, may vote early and influence outcomes, but only should participate if they pledge to abide by the result. He opposes casual or partisan voting without commitment.
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Enron
No War for Cuba Yet Say Elon Interview
Special to the Progress from Washington April 4 1898 reports Elon Lewie rejecting immediate war while praising Cuban independence support. He notes Spain has allocated 600000 to feed reconcilers and expects Democratic control next term. Lewie sees no opposition and calls the district well served by his work.
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Progress
Washington, D.C
Elon
B. Lewis
Coba
Toam
Wendy
Spain
Cuba
Lewie
Lewis
Congress
Jesas
Tea cures Dyapep sia and Indigestion by Dr C T Stovall
For sale by Dr C T Stovall a tonic named PlanntershverAN Tea promising relief from dyspepsia constipation and indigestion. It claims to regulate the liver and is priced at 25 cents.
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T Stovall
Cmueaan
C 'T Stovall
Next Time He Will Read the Sign
A local drugstore blackboard ad proves eye catching for young shoppers with cheeky lines about sweetheart gifts and sterilized milk for babies. Health warning describes liver kidney issues and urges early steps with Dr McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm priced at $1.00, sold by Dr Stovall.
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J. H McLean
C T Stovall
Bradfield's Female Regulator Promises Help for Women
An old time ad describes women’s daily toil and related health issues. It touts Bradfield's Female Regulator as a speedy cure for menstrual disorders, headaches, and nervous symptoms, sold at one dollar a bottle with druggists. The company offers free books mailed from Atlanta, Ga.
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Bradfield
Bradfield Regulator CO
Atinn's
New Picnic Grounds Near Suwannee River Fla
Lie Georgin Souther Railroad hires a large tract near the Suwannee river banks at White Spring Florida to develop picnic grounds with modern improvements. They offer liberal rates for picnic parties for both white and colored groups. Address PieniGaha Camp Macon GA. PMID Macdonald GPA Pianiers Cuban Oil barn s and remedies advertised with prices shown.
Lost ledger between Vienna and Dooly Lumber Co
Pocket ledger with accounts and papers of no value except to owner lost between Dooly Lumber Co and Howell and Lees located near Vienna, Cordele area. Reward offered for return by mail to Adelph Fisher, Zainesville, Ohio, or left at Progress office. Additional note: reference to DeVitis Witol Hazel Salve cure claim by Dr C T Stovall.
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Lnst
Vienna
Dooly Lumber Co
Howell & Lee's
Ino
Hower
Cordele
Adelph Fisher
Zainesville, O
DeVitvs
Witel Hazel Salve
C T Stovall
Announcements for Doory county candidates
A collection of candidacy notices for Dooly county offices including Representative Treasurer Tax Collector and endorsements. Names include J M Buspix J R Kelly K A Taylor J A Broxton Frank J Lewis J W Bivins M B Purvis and J M Davis. All acknowledge Democratic nomination and pledge faithful service if elected.
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Doory County
Tam
K. A. Taylor
Dooly County
T. Frank J. Lewis
New Grocery Store Opens On Road From Vienna To Cordele
J J Bryant agent Richwood Ga announces a grocery store on the road from Vienna to Cordele midway between Richwood and Fenn. He offers drinks permitted by law and asks for public patronage. The notice also advertises Dr J H McLean's Valcanic Oil Liniment for earache with prices 25¢ 50¢ and 1 4 dollars, sold by Dr C T Stovall.
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Vienna
Cordele
Richwood
Fenn
J. J. Bryant
Richwood, Ga
J H McLean
C T Stovall
Come out in the open aid in a political clash
Political drama synopsis notes shifting alliances as Colonel Candler moves from aiding opponents to steppings back, with each act exposing new loyalties. The Columbus Enquirer Sun frames a return to the woods as the curtain closes on a public power struggle.
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Columbus Enquirer-Sun
Money to Loan on Improved Dooly County Lands
We have perfected arrangements with New York brokers to place loans secured by first mortgage for five years at 8 percent interest on improved Dooly county farm lands. Brokerage and title abstract charges are small and borne by the borrower. If you want cheap money, call on or write John H Woodward & Co., Vienna, Ga.
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New York
Dooly County
Powell Announces Re-election Bid for County Clerk
J Frank Powells letter announces candidacy for re-election to the office of Clerk of the Superior Court of said county subject to the Democratic nomination. He thanks supporters for past help and solicits continued backing.
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Dooly County
Superior Court
Said County
Sam
J. Frank Powells
Local Dooly County Tax Receiver and Sheriff race notices
Candidates announce for Dooly county Tax Receiver and Sheriff in the Democratic primary. Statements pledge faithful duty, upright conduct, and support for nominees if defeated, with long service notes and appeals for local voters to back their candidacies in the upcoming primary.
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Dooly County
Greepetkellys
M. B. Purvis
Mixon
J. M. Lox
Ihereby
Coroner Candidate in Dooly County Seeks Support
W. W. Bartow of Unadilla Georgia announces his candidacy for coroner under the Democratic banner. He appeals to voters to consider him seriously and asks for their support in the March 26, 1898 timeframe.
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Dooly County
W. W. Bartow
Unadilin, Ga
Loan on life insurance policy offer message
Advertises securing a loan on a life insurance policy from New York Life Equitable Life or Afu tual Life. Requests policy number and promises to quote rates. Presented as direct contact for policy loan quotes.
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New York Life
Equitable Life
Afutual Life
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CHTV
Uibiein Organ
Towner
Itherel
Candler
Ackinson Gor
Berser
Times—Recorder
Woc
Hasivros
Vienna, Ga
April Girhy
Searab
Timist
Tilden
Dooly
Macon, Gay
G. A. Macdonald
Pianiers
P Stovall
General Assembly
Eauaam
J. M. Buspix
Bb. W. Hakvaka
Tahall Doall
Tracy
Lam
J. R. Kelly
Lhereby
Ain
J. A. Broxton
J. W. Bivins
Cordele, Ga
Llama
Appomattox
J. M. Davis
John H Woodward
Jno, CO. Dunaway
J. W. Roperts
Sherif
Y. R. Smith
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Arabi
W. Pongin
W.J. Mussel
Tam Aiso
J G. Jones
Pate
Dr. Bull’s
Dr. Bull
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