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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1900
Page
2
Fragmented text suggests a political clash involving Lewis and Mort, with remarks about Fort and Lewie. It notes Worth Superior Court adjourned from April to July and hints at political tension, urging better actions than “electronesting” and warnings about voting if Congressmen abuse opponents.
If Dewey had died on his way home from Manila he would have gone down as the greatest hero. Fort will take a long time to untangle himself from unkind remarks aimed at Lewis while Lewis is not present to defend himself.
The passage argues Fort’s last week speech shows limited capability, suggesting he should not be sent to congress. It praises Eirjah B. Lewis for his strong standing as the representative of Georgia's Third district and pride in his constituency.
The Thomasville Times Enterprise notes Georgia likely keeps its current congressional delegation as voters resist swapping horses in this political year. The piece emphasizes a capable lower-house group and broad public backing for incumbents.
A figurative passage compares the nation to a great locomotive moving swiftly with many switches. It urges preserving leaders and steady policy until the postwar period, emphasizing stability over disruption as critical for passing “the breaks.”
The speaker argues against removing an officer simply due to tenure, contending longer service often implies qualification. Fort should return to the railroad commission and Lewis should remain in Congress, reflecting views on stable leadership.
A Waycross man preaches writes poetry and practices law while another Dooly County figure who ran a newspaper, cross tie business, life insurance, book selling, real estate and cattle dealing last year now runs for the legislature. Both men stand in a period voice style reflecting local press coverage.
A Houston Journal report covers Judge Allen Fort addressing Houston county voters in Perry claiming Congress for himself. The piece defends EH B Lewis, praising his term and record, and condemns Forts remarks as misleading while urging voters to back Lewis on May 15. The paper notes its neutrality until Fort attacked Lewis and asserts Lewis has served effectively in Congress.
A hometown notice debates a speech by a former judge and railroad official. The letter accuses Judge Fort of personal attacks on Lewis while praising Lewis’s congressional service. It claims only 97 attendees listened, despite a 5,000 person notice and county court day limiting turnout.
In remarks at the courthouse last week a paper objected to Judge Fort calling the Third congressional district “his district” and its people “big people.” The editor questions whether Fort will still claim the district when elected to Congress.
A provocative social line contrasts male flings and female choice. The saying implies women prefer stability and wealth represented by a single man with financial means, over broad but shallow options. The remark frames gendered dating expectations in light humor.
The Democratic candidate BE B Lewis proclaims his candidacy for the Fifty seventh Congress from Georgia's Third District, subject to the May primary. He cites his district service, party harmony, opposition to Republican legislation, attentiveness to constituents, and pledge of vigilance and energy for the district's future.
Representative candidates Harvard and Kelly address voters in Vienna Georgia. Harvard vows continued service and fidelity to the people, citing prior term and election for the next Legislature. Kelly announces candidacy for the next Legislature primary May 16 and pledges honesty, the greatest good to the greatest number, and to represent local interests.
W S Thomson announces candidacy to represent Dooly county in the next General Assembly subject to the Democratic Primary May 16. He pledges to serve all the people without favors and to represent their interests honestly and zealously.
To the voters of Dooly County I announce my candidacy for the Democratic nomination for representative from Dooly County in the next legislature. If nominated and elected I will do all in my power for my county and state. Respectfully J Pearson Ellis.
Thereby, announce my candidacy for election to the lower house of the General Assembly, subject to the Democratic primary of May 15. If elected I promise to faithfully discharge every duty of the office and strive to legislate in favor of the masses. I earnestly solicit your support.
J D HarGrove requests continued support for the position of Ordinary of the county. He thanks voters for past favors and asks for aid in the upcoming election.
A fragmentary note from J R Erllly seeks support in the Democratic primary for Ordinary in Dooly County. The letter promises to do his whole duty and asks voters to cast ballots with the assurance they will not regret their choice.
To the voters of Dooly county I announce my candidacy for re election as Clerk of Superior Court subject to the Democratic nomination I thank my friends for their kindness and support in the past and trust I may merit a continuance of the same
A candidate announces intention to run in the Democratic primary for Clark Superior Court in Dooly County. He vows to abstain from improper conduct and to perform all duties of the office to the best of his ability, thanking supporters for past favors and seeking continued consideration and support.
A message to voters of Dooly County from A Taylor announcing re election plans for the office of treasurer, subject to Democratic nomination. The candidate expresses thanks for past support and hopes for continued support.
Cordele Georgia March 12 1900 Jno O Dunaway candidate for re election to Tax Receiver announces gratitude for past support and asks for continued Democratic primary backing while pledging to discharge duties to the best of his ability and serve satisfactorily.
Public notices present two candidates for local office in Dooly County. H C Brown declares as a candidate for Tax Receiver citing a lifelong disability and twelve years of teaching in the county. Geo W Sheppard seeks Sheriff nomination promising to serve the people and asks voters for continued support.
B J Lewis announces candidacy for re election as tax collector of Dooly county seeking continued support for the past performance. The note is signed Very Respectfully B J Lewis.
Two hopefuls declare for the coroner role in the UVooly County race. William Ward promises immediate response and diligent service from a central county location. Joseph W Graham notes four prior years in the office and seeks the Democratic primary on May 16th from Unadilla, Georgia.
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