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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1894
Page
2
The notice states that anyone who regularly takes papers from the post office is responsible for payment. If a reader orders discontinuation, they must pay all agents. the publisher will continue sending until payment is made and collect the full amount whether the paper is taken from the office or not.
The Process fixes the price for candidate announcements at 60, payable before insertion. Promises to pay later or drawing on a future encounter will not be honored, and the rule will be enforced uniformly.
A set of candidate statements from Dooly County residents announcing bids for Georgia House of Representatives subject to Democratic nomination. The letters express gratitude, pledge to protect county interests, and request supporters’ help in the election. Names include Tama, D A Crum, E F Strozrer, and J B Dorenas.
Russel Kellam announces candidacy for re election as Clerk of Superior Court of Booly County. He pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability and thanks voters for past support, seeking Democratic nomination.
Readers are asked to support candidates for the Tax Collector post in Dooly County. C H Everett J B Scott and other figures announce candidacies subject to Democratic primary or mass meeting and pledge faithful, just duties if elected.
Citizens of Dooiy County hear three overlapping notices from candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for Treasurer. D B Leonard pledges faithful service if re-elected. James R Kelly announces his candidacy and asks for voter support. Garbled text includes sporadic phrases but indicates a treasurer race and solicited votes.
The notice states that Wu. T. SAsGster seeks the Democratic nomination for Sheriff of Dooly County and pledges full discharge of duties if elected. It also notes Joz W. GRABAM seeking re election for Coroner and asks for continued support.
A letter from W. W. Supp announces candidacy for county surveyor in Dooly County. He cites years of surveying experience and asks voters to entrust him with duties if he wins the Democratic primary on August 16, 1894. The second notice repeats the pledge and states readiness after completing a practical land surveying course.
The article urges voters to approve a tax to aid elderly Confederate soldiers unable to work and to reject a proposed shift of Georgia's legislature meeting from October to July. It argues the change would require frequent special sessions and disrupt the current system.
The Fourteenth district Democratic Senatorial convention met at the Eastman courthouse on Tuesday at 11. W. Fr. Harrell presided as chair of the district committee. Col. George Bright was named chairman and E. B. Milner secretary. Delegates from Pulaski, Dodge, Wilcox, and Dooly counties were listed. Hon. Baldy Ryals was nominated unanimously for United States senator, with resolutions endorsing A G Bacon and J H Martin for higher offices. The convention adjourned after directing publication of the proceedings.
A Boothbay Maine reader reports relief after using Ayer's Pills. He says the pills are effective for stomach and bowel issues and easy to take due to sugar coating. The testimonial urges others needing laxatives to try Ayer's Pills.
The last Georgia General Assembly approved three amendments to the state constitution required to be ratified by the people. The first would increase the supreme court judges from three to five. The second extends aid provisions to elderly and impoverished Confederate soldiers and others. The third corrects a date in the 1877 constitution. The author argues for approving the judge expansion to curb delays and perceived lawlessness.
Preamble and resolutions mourn the death of Niddleton Patrick at Drayton Church, praising his character and membership. calls for church records, publication in Vienna Progress, and a copy to the family. Also legal notices from Dooley County Georgia about road establishment and administration of estates with dates and officials listed.
A Progress representative observes Alabama politics as the campaign for William C. Oates roars against Kolb supporters. The piece condemns coercive tactics in Kolb districts and advocates liberty and democratic freedom amid heated state battles.
Thrice listed sale notices for Dooly County Georgia specify property in Cordele to be sold on the first Tuesday in September 1594. Properties include city lots in blocks 9 22 and 127 198 and 1 10 with owners Joseph Abbott Thissell Mrs F A Holland and National Guaranty Co. plus tax claims. Sheriff G W Sheppard alerts to public auction before the courthouse door.
Notices announce discharges, appraiser reports, and creditor claims in Doo ly County Georgia. Richard T. Smith John Trulock Mrs Sarah J Yeomans estates require claims and immediate settlements. deadlines include August 24 1894 and dates in July and May 1894.
Creditors of the estate of G. B. Pe are notified to present their claims as required by law. Debtors are required to pay promptly. Executed July 2, 1894. G. M. D. Peavy and G. W. Hayden, Executors. Money to Loan 7)
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