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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1898
Page
4
The Macon Telegraph stays conservative on war coverage while notes from rival papers warn against sensationalism. Local bets on Candler's gubernatorial nomination reflect mixed support amid calls for two primaries and county officer focus, plus a delinquent subscriber’s humorous barter offer to Smithville News.
A North Carolina man explains his church switch to the Methodist fellowship citing war logic and religious differences. A little girl on her father’s knee asks if God made her and then questions the divine craft, prompting a gentle fatherly reassurance.
The Cordele Sentinel shows a changing view as it moves away from endorsing Berner and casts doubt on his lead, suggesting Editor Rose may now prefer Atkinson. The shift marks a notable editorial turn in the campaign coverage.
A local feature lauds a bright eyed baby carriage described as the best in town at D B Thompson. The item highlights quality and local pride in this small business offering.
Save The Children. When children are attacked with cough cold and croup Dr Bull's Cough Syrup will prove a quick cure Mr Elmer E Baker of Blandon Pa says the syrup is the best cough medicine for these affections We never run out and always keep it on hand Dr Bull's Cough Syrup is sold everywhere for 25 cents Insist on having it.
The county Democratic executive committee will meet at the Vienna court house on Friday the 15th inst. to discuss approaching priorities for State and county nominees. Mr. W. Lasseter of the Findlay district is asked to attend with us. A full board is requested. W. C. Hamilton, Chairman, Vienna, Ga. April 6, 1898.
A brief item notes furniture line from Ebrayy D B Thompson. Readable lines describe product offerings and related shop details. No further context or dates present in the fragment.
A Georgia letter denounces war over Spain and Cuba, rejects joining the fight, and criticizes McKinley administration choices. It urges Georgians to stay home while defending Georgia if invaders threaten, contrasting northern policy with Southern grievances.
Community notes praise Miss Maggie Blount and Miss Mamie Douglass for organizing a well attended Easter event at Scarborough School. Easter Sunday sermon by Rev J M Kelly inspired many, with a Sunday school talk by Kelly. Maggie Blount returns from illness, Clive Ware visits Cordele, J B McArthur hosts Easter party with egg games won by J R Floyd and Maggie Blount.
The Douly county white teachers meet in Cordele on Monday May 2 1898 at 8 AM. Any licensed white teacher who has not retired must attend or face a fine. Excuses must be written to the Board of Education. the board will not grant excuses. KE. G, GREENE, C. s, C.
J J Vastixe of Grand Tower Newfoundland and Labrador states after years of liver and kidney disease and treatment by several physicians he is now well after using six bottles of Dr J H McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm. The endorsement appears in a local historical notice from February 7 1898.
Money to loan on improved farm lands in Dooly County at a low interest rate. Borrowers can obtain funds in ten to fifteen days. Apply to W. V. Harvard Vienna GA or J. W. Haygood Montezuma GA. 127 97 6m.
Henderson Dale of Carmi Illinois endorses the product to the Bradfield Regulator Company of Atlanta Georgia. The scientifically prepared liniment claims to ease childbirth by reducing pain and risk, can be used during pregnancy up to delivery, and may shorten labor with quicker recovery. It is sold by druggists for 1.00 dollars or via express on receipt, with a free booklet "Before Baby is Born" upon request.
The Georgia southern Railroad DH OOTes plan routemounting a large tract of Jana near White Spring on the Suwannee River Florida for picnic and Camp meeting use with liberal rates for parties. Address Macon Ga G A Macdonald GPA. Planters Cuban Oil offered by Dr CT Stovall for curing cats burns bruises rheumatics and sores at 25 cents.
On Thursday the 21th a pocket ledger was lost between Vienna and Dooly Lumber Co or Doty Lumber Co and Howell and Lee’s. It contained accounts and papers of no value except to owner Pinder. Reward offered if found and returned at the procrass otlive. Also mention of Adolph Fisher of Zainesville Ohio who was cured of piles after using three boxes of DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve.
Notice of a new grocery store opened by J. J. Bryant agent at Richwood Georgia midway between Richwood and Renn on the road from Vienna to Cordele. Mentions serving drinks allowed by law and invites public patronage. Also includes an ad for Dr J McLean Volcanic Oil Liniment for earache with sale by Dr C T Stovall.
Perfected arrangements with New York brokers to place pans secured by first mortgage for five years at eight percent on improved Dooly county farm lands. Brokerage and title abstract charges are small and paid by the borrower. For cheap money contact John H Woodward & Son Vienna Ga.
A Cleveland reader Gustav Thurmaster of 49 Hickory J mentions a cold developing into chest pain and possibly pneumonia. After using Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup, the cough faded following one bottle and a second completed cure. Price quoted as 25 cents.
Citizens of Dooly county hear multiple announcements for the upcoming Democratic primary. W E Beacram J M Busper W Harvard J C Tracy D A Taylor J R Kelly and others seek the legislature and county posts including Treasurer and Tax Collector pledging to serve the public, uphold duties, and earn voter support.
A batch of candidate notices from Cordele Georgia dated March 15 1898. J W Bivins announces for Tax Collector subject to Democratic nomination and pledges best effort. M B Purvis seeks the post and cites service as a wounded Confederate soldier asking for voter support. M Davis also proclaims candidacy noting firm stand for good government and states rights despite hardships.
J Frank Powell declares re-election bid for Clerk of the Superior Court. He seeks the Democratic nomination, thanks supporters for past backing, and requests continued confidence in the county office.
Local notices announce bids for Tax Receiver and Sheriff in Dooly County under Democratic primary. Multiple candidates pledge faithful service, integrity, and support for nominees if not elected, with veteran and community ties emphasized.
Coroner of Dooly county solicits democratic voters to support him earnest ly in the March 26 1898 election in Unadilla Georgia W W Bartow requests conscientious backing from voters who will value his service.
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