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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1895
Page
1
A sermon by Rev Dr Talage on temperance denounces alcohol as the ruin of workers. He laments wages wasted on rum, urges abstinence, cites saloons near Brooklyn churches, and calls for a women’s crusade to drive out drinking establishments. He warns of ruin to homes and souls and appeals to faith for transformation.
Attorneys petitioned Governor Atkinson for a temporary reprieve until October 18 to allow an extraordinary motion for a new trial. The order extends to Gus Fambles, Nobles’s partner, granting time to present the legal challenge without addressing merits. The governor did not review the case facts, only the request for a hearing opportunity.
Justice Howell Edmund Jackson was laid to rest Monday in the family vault at Belle Meade near Nashville in a ceremony attended by Tennessee officials, federal judges, and a large crowd. A special train carried mourners to the historic mansion for services led by Reverends McNeilly and Cave. The casket was placed in the family vault after ceremonies and notable attendees included Governor, state officials, and Supreme Court justices Puller and Brewer. Four burned to death in Pendleton hotel fire.
A long, reflective piece on the blues, gender mood, and how wealth affects happiness. It cites William James and several wealthy figures like Carnegie and Rockefeller, contrasting riches with contentment. The author notes wives and daughters stay cheerful, while money’s true value lies in benevolence and personal virtue.
Georgia news digest notes Lee County residents aged 310 years across three people Oglethorpe gains two telegraph offices and a telephone link Valdosta ships over a thousand barrels of pears to buyers at 4 to 6 dollars per barrel Colquitt contemplates two large sawmill plants employing about 200 workers Irwin county to see extensive bridge building contracts near 10 000 feet and more Cotton faces shedding in parts while other crops like corn cane and potatoes do well Kilpatrick age 105 seeks pension in Bartow county Confederate veterans reunion planned at Clarkston featuring Governor Atkinson and other dignitaries Dahlonega railroad support grows Cartersville bank slated under cooperative plan Western and Atlantic right of way case adjourns September 17 South Brunswick Railway Company reorganized with 500 000 capital opening from Colonel's Island to Waynesville Exposition opening program outlined by President Collier includes Herbert music solidarity addresses and a noon start Historic University of Georgia exhibit planned for Cotton States exposition highlighting alumni service and notable figures in national state and Confederate histories
The State Agricultural Society adjourned after electing Hon. John O. Waddell to another term by a 140 to 80 vote. Rome chosen as next meeting place. The convention approved moving the Agricultural College from Athens to Griffin and supporting a liberal endowment for the University of Georgia and the agricultural college.
Dr E B Bush of Colquitt Miller county was named principal physician of Georgia's state penitentiary after Dr T M McIntosh resigned and Governor Atkinson accepted the letter. McIntosh, living in Thomasville, cited duties and frequent absences from home as reasons to move to Atlanta, prompting his decision.
The Bannock killing is described as murder by Captain J. T. Vanersdale and Indian Agent Teter. The report notes Bannocks hunt for sustenance under treaty rights and criticizes white hunters who slaughter game for sport. It warns that lack of government action could risk further loss of life and property.
At Lincoln Nebraska three British bicycle tourists Edward Clegg Coleman Nichols and Henry Carlstensen refused to work off their fines for fast riding. Each was fined 1 dollar and costs totaling 35.70. They refused to pay and were committed to work on the streets. They would not work and sat down under a load of hay seeking protection from British authorities.
Senator Ben Tillman of South Carolina and Marion Butler of North Carolina addressed about 3000 listeners in Concord North Carolina. Both delivered forceful free silver speeches and signaled potential realignment toward a united silver movement to nominate a president in 1896.
A Washington dispatch reports Hon Matt W Ransom of North Carolina is deemed unable to draw salary as minister to Mexico after a ruling by Holmes Conrad acting solicitor general. The decision holds his senate tenure and a subsequent pay raise for the post violated the constitutional restriction on appointments created or salary increased during a senator's term. Ransom therefore remains technically debtor to the government for salary drawn since his diplomatic post began.
Dr W A O Daniel of the Georgia state insane asylum certified Mrs Nobles as insane after visiting the Macon jail to examine her The defense plans for a new trial citing insanity at the time of the crime alleged counsel neglect prejudice and possible Supreme Court action If appeals fail Governor Atkinson may seek clemency or a writ of insanity to move the case in Twiggs county authorities believe a new trial is likely with skilled defense efforts
Ex treasurer Taylor was sentenced to five years in the penitentiary at Pierre after robbing $367000 from the state treasury. The crowded courtroom heard the judge recount the crime and statutes, noting the improper attempt to force a compromise after seizing state funds.
A London dispatch reports Lord Salisbury vows to avenge the Kucheng massacres and Chinese outrages, yet rejects protecting missionaries globally. The premier has Liberal backing in this stance.
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