08 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1897
Page
1
An advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites as a remedy for throat coughs and hoarseness. It claims to nourish and restore the body, prevent lung trouble, and offers a free book with purchase at 50 cents or one dollar from Scott & Bowne, New York.
A reflective essay argues that Americas vastness and diverse immigration forged national unity. It praises mobility, language integration through schools, and shared American ideals while warning that territory alone cannot guarantee greatness. The piece notes reliance on character over wealth and cites historical examples from Greece to Spain.
About twelve o clock Thursday night last week the barn of Mr J O Hamilton near Arabi burned. Loss included building corn fodder syrup and lard thirteen cows two mules and a horse. Fire thought incendiary. No insurance.
Comptroller-General Wright instructs Georgia tax receivers to require street numbers with lot returns for city and town properties. He warns that only including lot numbers will not be accepted and urges full inclusion of all taxed property to prevent escape of taxation.
Baptist Watchman lauds James R. Kelly of Dooly county for uncovering and returning 200 after grand jury found his account correct. The piece praises his moral courage and condemns public officials who conceal improper commissions despite scrutiny.
Johnson's Chill and Fever Tonic is advertised as a one day cure for fever. The claim highlights rapid relief within 24 hours.
A local notice from the Cuthbert Liberal Enterprise describes a family living in Randolph County with an unusual count of relatives. The tally includes two mothers and four fathers along with multiple grandparents, siblings, in laws, and nieces in a single household, totaling ten family members identified.
Cordele’s Daily Paper called The Daily Budget appears as a new daily publication. The note praises its sprightly style and aims to fill a useful field with anticipated success and readership.
A Lumpkin Georgia livery stable reported a team loaned for a trip of ten miles. The owner traced the team to Florida, about 200 miles away. Deputies, aided by Sheriffs from Stewart and Dooly counties, arrested Coleman near Snow for selling the horse and buggy for 65 dollars. The offender is a nephew of Mr Wim Ingram and had been visiting from Texas.
An Institute held at Arabi Saturday drew praise for its instruction and enthusiasm. Teachers traveled Friday night, Houston High School entertained for a benefit, and Prof J M Kelly led sessions with grammar lessons. State official Glenn was absent ill. institute eyed Cordelo for next chatamqua. Mystic Cure testimonial from T F Anthony noted, sold by Stovall Forbes Drugist.
Ebenezer School reports steady progress with about fifty pupils enrolled. An exhibition is planned for the last of May. The teacher attended an Arabic institute and enjoyed the experience. Sunday school at Ebenezer is organized with W. E. Hawkins as superintendent. If heavy rain continues, several professional ditchers may be needed but water flow direction remains uncertain until work is done.
A death at Rokque county jail this week involves Arthur Forbes alias Joseph E K Blanther a man with a storied past. The Dallas Morning News reports he was educated in Hungary served in the Austrian army was knighted for gallantry and fled various lands before coming to America. His alleged crime and his writings under pseudonym X Y 2 are noted. The piece raises concerns about foreign migration influencing society and calls for stringent naturalization.
The column notes improving spring weather, blooming flowers, and birdsong inspiring cheer. It mentions upcoming marriages and visits by Mary Hull to Rev. John Hull in Arabi, Mississippi, plus political undertones about a former sheriff and local sentiment on generosity and accountability.
Readable samples of late designs for wall paper are offered with prices this week. Parties seeking wallpaper should visit to view and compare samples and costs.
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