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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1897
Page
4
Fragmented paste of editorials and anecdotes from various papers recounting Georgia politics and public figures, a humorous postal prize tale, and a lengthy necrology of Napoleon Bonaparte. The piece weaves national and regional wit with reflections on democracy and memory, citing editors, governors, and the Paris tomb.
On his deathbed Napoleon Bonaparte reportedly spoke with calm resolve about England and the fate of republics like Venice. The dying emperor allegedly gave directions to place his heart in wine and carry it to Paris, reflecting his wish to have his remains honored in a symbolic manner.
A newspaper item markets a remedy for female health complaints tied to menstruation. It claims long use over 25 years and urges girls and delicate women to take it, asserting tonic effects and full health restoration. It also mentions a high life policy for George W. Vanderbilt and notes speculation on its intended use after death.
A Kingston Kingston NY notice recounts a child's recovery from spasms and epilepsy after using Dr Miles Nervine. The letter from Mrs Walter A Steward cites dramatic improvement after four bottles. Printed by Dr Miles Medical Co offering guarantees and free book on heart and nerves.
An old belief links impure blood to most diseases and cites Browns Iron Bitters as a remedy. The note claims widespread cures and notes the product is sold by all dealers despite modern doubts about the theory.
A Georgia cow story gains prominence after a Alabama tale of endless milk without a calf spreads. A citizen boasts of his cow that has given milk for years with no calf, claiming the calf is now nine years old, while others express doubt but some insist it is true.
A confidant man and a woman discuss future marriage while seated close on a sofa. The man urges serious intent, the woman teases with cautious responses, revealing unspoken expectations and flirtatious tension.
A detailed inventory of building materials including lumber shingles lath base wainscotting newels turned ballasters mantels grates tiles paints oils glass putty occasionally fire clay brick fire clay terra cotta piping Troy tin roofing Valley Tin locks hinges hardware nails and all other builders' supplies.
A flirtatious exchange over marriage proposals unfolds between a man and a woman as they ride, each declaring would marry or be with the other under similar circumstances. The scene ends with the couple continuing their ride as signals light their path. An unrelated ad promotes Dr J H McLeans Liver and Kidney Balm claiming to restore health, priced at $1.00 per bottle.
Telephone at residence and office, office over JF Calhoun and Co's store. All orders left with them will be promptly attended to.
Dr Y Bivins is a physician and surgeon in Vienna Georgia with obstetrics and diseases of women as specialties. He promises prompt day or night calls and maintains an office over W A Baker & Co store. Office telephone 18 and residence telephone 25.
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