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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1898
Page
4
A ragged column blends political comments and humorous asides from Georgia papers. It references Biter Organ in Dooly and Vienna, Johnsons Chill and Fever Tonic claims, district race results, and remarks on newspapers Atlanta papers and figures like Spencer. It also mentions national sentiment toward Spain and a playful kiss anecdote from a Fitzgerald girl.
A Butler Herald note lauds Hon FE Lewis as an able congressman in a mock “walk over” verdict and doubts he will lose more than one county. It cites confidence in his election prospects and urges support while warning against change. The piece includes scattered quotes and miscellaneous items on language and education.
The Times-Register argues warfare against Spain risks thousands of lives and vast property loss. It warns of societal decay, broken education, and a massive pension burden on farmers and survivors, concluding any victory would showcase overrunning Europe’s weakest power.
A warning about dry coughing hints at consumption and promotes Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a cure. The advertisement quotes Simon Smasal of Chicago praising the remedy after a severe cough. Priced at 25 cents, the ad urges asking for Bull's and taking only Bull's.
Two gentlemen discuss a society marriage noting the husband aged sixty and wife twenty. They posit the match seems unequal until reflecting on mutual perception: his happiness makes him appear twenty years younger while her disdain makes her seem twenty years older, effectively balancing ages.
Georgia Southern Railroad authorities plan to buy a large land tract by the Suwanee river at White Spring Florida. They will improve it for camping and meeting purposes and will quote liberal rates for picnic parties for white and colored attendees. Address G. A. Macdonald GPA Macon Ga.
A Nebraska congressman lauds the rural editor as the most persistent teacher in society. He cites charity, humility, and public service, calling editors the backbone of community life, church leaders, and political movers, who endure long hours for little pay.
Notice to teachers in Douly county warns white teachers with licenses to attend the Annual Institute in Cordele on Monday May 2 1898 at 8 00 AM. The law requires attendance or risk a fine. Absentees must provide a written excuse to the Board of Education. E G Greene C 8 C
A card from Lewis Ciewis announces his withdrawal from the upcoming sheriff primary. He expresses gratitude for supporters and says he may seek their backing again in the future.
When children suffer earache, warm a few drops of Dr J H McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment on a teaspoon and drop into the ear. The effect is magical, stopping the pain instantly. Price 50c and 1 a bottle, for sale by Dr. C T Stovall.
The checks for the first quarterly payment of 1898 are ready. Teachers may visit my office to collect them at any time. Unclaimed checks will be taken to Cordele next week and may be picked up during the Institute week. E. G. Greene C8. C.
Money to loan at a low rate of interest on improved farm lands in Dooly County. Funds available in ten to fifteen days. Apply to W. W. Harvard Vienna Ga or J. W. Haygood Montezuma Ga.
Notice to colored teachers orders attendance at the next monthly Institute in Vienna on the first Saturday in May to discuss the Annual Institute business. Signed by T. J. Hina, President, and 8. A. Bucknots, Secretary.
A vintage drug advertisement touts Mother's Friend as the sole preparation to ease pregnancy pain and prevent danger. It claims benefits by relaxing muscles and organs involved in childbirth, promising relief during the nine months before birth and offering a free book upon request. The ad lists Bradfield Regulator Co of Atlanta, Ga, as the provider.
Perfected arrangements with New York brokers to place loan secured by first mortgage for five years at eight percent interest on improved Dooly county farm lands. Brokerage and charges for abstracts and land inspection paid by borrower. For cheap money contact John H Woodward Vienna Ga.
An 19th century style advertisement extols Browns Iron Bitters as valuable to women and sickly children, claiming it vanishes backache and headaches, restores energy, and brings a healthy glow. It urges every home to keep the remedy and notes it is sold by all dealers amid social commentary on journalists and clergy.
Multiple notices from Dooly county announce candidacy for the state legislature and county offices in the Democratic primary. Candidates include W. E. Beacram J. M. Busper I. W. Hakvarp J. C. Tracy K. A. Taylor J. R. Kelly and others pledging duty, integrity, and service if elected. Primary date not specified.
J M Davis announces candidacy for Tax Collector subject to the democratic primary. He frames himself as a wounded Confederate soldier seeking support from the county voters, claiming lifelong disability from Gettysburg and appealing to voters to stand by him for good government and states rights.
Richard A Murray petitions for the office of County Surveyor of Dool County. He states he will discharge duties to the best of his ability if elected, under democratic nomination.
J Frank Powells letter requests Democratic nomination for re election as Clerk of the Superior Court of said county. He thanks supporters for past help and solicits a continued backing.
A set of candidate notices from Be 1 Mixon, J M Cox, and John C Dunaway announces runs for Tax Receiver in Dooly County. They pledge faithful service, oath adherence, and, if defeated, support for nominees. They emphasize long county ties and prior public life, urging hearty local backing.
A set of 1898 letters from candidates W. Ropers T. R. Smith and W. MusseLwaire for sheriff and W. W. Bartow for coroner in Dooly County urge Democratic primary support. They pledge faithful duties if elected and name deputies and offices, dated March 26 1898 in Unadilla Ga.
Prepared to secure a loan on your life insurance policy from New York Life Equitable Life or Mutual Life. Provide your policy number and I will quote current loan rates.
Adolph Fisher of Zanesville Ohio endured piles for thirty five years before relief. He used three boxes of DeWitt s Witch Hazel Salve as prescribed by Dr C T Stovall and was cured.
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