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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1898
Page
4
Cotton debate hints at southern resilience and harm
An opinion on the cotton industry argues it may strengthen the South yet risks further strain as prices and demand fluctuate. The writer suggests continued reliance on cotton could bring near term hardship and impact regional stability.
Northern press Upholds Wheeler A Hero Across Regions
A storied line notes some newer senators risk jail while praising Joe Wheeler. The Albany Herald recalls Wheeler as a celebrated figure in both the North and the South, contrasting past and present reputations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Wheeler
South
Albany Herald
Navy Buildup Signals Wider Manila Deployment
The Waycross Herald notes that sending more ships to Manila would place the entire fighting force in that region under Admiral Dewey’s command. It argues the navy’s growing strength signals preparedness for the new year and destiny, while also reflecting on winter hardships and charitable impulses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Dewey
Uncle Sam
Chicago Directory Counts of Notable Names
In the Chicago directory George Washington appears ten times John Adams twenty five times Thomas Jefferson once Jamce Monroe seven John Quincey Adams eight and Andrew Jackson fifteen There are eighty three persons named Dewey and no one named Shafter in Chicago
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
George Washington
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
Jamce Monroe
John Quincey
Andrew Jackson
Dewey
Shafter
Madrid Journals Deride McKinley Maine Intimation
The New York Mail and Express reports a Madrid leading journal calling President McKinley’s suggestion that the Maine’s destruction was not accidental “an additional affront” to Spain. It argues Spanish papers would avoid mentioning the Maine regardless of others' talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Mail and Express
Madrid
McKinley
Maine
Spain
Obituary Note Highlights Deceased’s Profanity Habit
A Pleasanton Kansas Observer extract notes the deceased’s greatest fault as excessive profanity. It states he swore constantly in conversation with men women and children and likely did so even unconsciously. The item stands out for its candid reflection on moral failings.
Masons Convene in Vienna Georgia 1898
Notice invites Masons from Atrant Dee Lith to Vienna Georgia for a 2nd Masonic convocation on the 28th inst. The session opens at 3 pm with work exemplified and a county convention organized. Vienna Lodge will entertain the Craft as invited attendees are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atrant
Dee
Vienna
Coming of the Baby Promises Pain or Peace to Mothers
An old notice extols a prenatal preparation claiming to prevent pain and danger during childbirth. It asserts seven months of use improves outcomes and markets the product as the only physician endorsed remedy, available by mail or at drug stores with a price.
Pensions Flood Washington Bureau After Spanish War
Pensions rush into the Washington bureau as war claims surge. Since May 17, 2,141 army and 187 navy claims have been filed, totaling 2,828. Early filings mainly sought wounds or widow benefits. recently most claims cover disabilities from sickness in actual service or resulting therefrom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Washington
Navy
Savannah News Responds to Pearl Grey Aes Extant Claim
The Savannah News rebuts a New York Press critic who claimed the South is inherently poverty stricken and unproductive. It argues the assertion is false and incompatible with regional resilience and resources, noting Florida oranges face competition from California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Press
South
Florida
California
Savannah News
Rhyme on 19th century politics asks who leads next
A 1876 quatrain from the Columbus Sun links Wheeler Hayes Hendricks and Tilden, noting Tilden's election and alleged Republican cheating. The writer wonders if a new Wheeler may soon appear as driver or boss in a modern bandwagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Springs Herald
Columbus Sun
Wheeler
Hayes
Hendricks
Tilden
Little Joe
Columbus
Enquirer- Sun
Dissolution of P. G. McDonald & Co.
The partnership known as P. G. McDonald & Co. is dissolved by mutual consent. J. B. McDonald retires. P. G. McDonald assumes all liabilities and will collect all debts of the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. G. McDonald & Co
J. B. McDonald
P. G. McDonald
PG. McDonald
J.B. McDonald
Relief in Six Hours From Great South American Cure
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by New Great South American Cure. It quickly relieves pain in bladder kidneys and back in male or female and relieves retention of water almost immediately. If you want quick relief and cure this is the remedy sold by Dr. T. Stovall, Druggist Vienna Ga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Stovall
Vienna
Home Paper Readers Miss Small Town News
A Chicago Herald quote by John Kelly praises weekly country papers for delivering more local news than letters. It extols timely delivery rain or shine and the editor’s hope for settling arrears, framing the home paper as a bridge to boyhood scenes and neighborhood gossip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kelly
Chicago Herald
TEA cures Dyapop sia and Indigestion by Dr C Stovall
Planters offer a tea priced at 25 cents claimed to cure dyspepsia constipation and indigestion and to regulate the liver. Dr C Stovall listed as the vendor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C 'T Stovall
Cole
C T Stovall
Old Tim the College Servant Kept on Waiting on Students
In a Gulf State college an elderly Black man nicknamed Old Tim served as a general servant for years. The students tolerated petty theft as a perk of his role and mocked him. When a student accused him of stealing a fruit cake, Old Tim replied that he would continue waiting on the students in the afterlife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf States
Timothy
Old Tim
Tim
Letter Reveals Household Woe as Coal Shortage Surfaces
A husband finds a sealed note to his office, confessing hidden trouble. The missive, after urging non reproach, ends with a practical shock: “Our coals are all done. Please order aloud to be sent up this afternoon.” The tale closes with the husband reading the practical twist.
Lost to croup cure fears a cautionary household notice
A safety reminder urges guardians to seek reliable remedies for croup and protect children, citing One Minute Cough Cure as a cautionary example. Dr. G T Stovall warns against unsafe treatments and emphasizes preparedness for emergencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G 'T Stovall
Soldiers clash in cafe as attackers retreat to hold ground
In a tense cafe confrontation, soldiers press the attack but quickly pause retreating to consolidate. The encounter highlights a rapid back and forth with no reported injuries. Local authorities say the scene remains under investigation.
Self-Denial Through Love and Sacrifice
The text argues that self-denial for its own sake has no religious value whereas self sacrifice guided by love provides true meaning. It makes pain meaningful when borne to protect others and express love, portraying pure sacrifice as warmth and life rather than mere grim duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
God
Wonderful offer for readers seeking treatment for loss of manhood
Advert explains a free book A Warning Voice about male weakness and nervous disorders. It promises home treatment by a Chicago firm Dr WIl Saunders Co with confidential replies and no charges, asking readers to mail details and a return stamp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mnte
Maniood
D. Swhmile
W.il
Consolation for Hairless Brains and Bargain Drug Advertisements
A mixed page of antique ads promotes remedies and products. Charcoal coupon items, medical salves by Dr C T Stovall claim cures for piles, burns, and rheumatism. Quips and jokes about debt, manners, and early rising fill the section alongside second hand items.
Valuable to Women Brownes Iron Bitters Ad
A vintage advertisement promotes Brown’s Iron Bitters as highly valuable for women, claiming it relieves backache and headaches, restores strength, and brings a healthy glow. It also touts use for sickly children and overworked men, urging every home to have this remedy and noting its sale by all dealers.
Dynamite Gun Techs and 15 Man Relay Crews
Description of dynamite guns used on the Vesuvius type systems. Gas and air driven projectiles weigh around 1,000 pounds each, with 15 men required to operate. The long 15 inch gun uses a steel tube, breech loading, and a timed fuse with detonator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesuvius
Leslie’s Weekly
Transposition joke from an American minister to Spain
An American former minister to Spain recalls a ceremonial miscue when he tried to address the king in Spanish. He believed he said I cast myself at your feet but a Spaniard notes he actually said I throw my heels at your head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Harper’s Magazine
Not Fixed Path of Earth Says Astronomers
Astronomers challenge the idea that earth’s path is fixed in space noting continuous gradual changes. The ecliptic drifts slowly, currently about 23 27, will move to 22 15 in about 16,000 years, then rise again, a shift too slow to affect seasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Journal
Even Up Between Swiss Militiamen and Officer
A Swiss militiaman stepping from the ranks to light his cigar from an officer’s cigar prompts a witty exchange about freedom. The officer notes the difference with a jab that in the Prussian army such an act would prevent him from becoming an officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Red pipestone quarry at Longfellow’s Hiawatha reference
The piece notes the famous red pipestone quarry at the eastern edge of South Dakota, calling it the only quarry of its kind known to exist on the American continent. It ties the site to Longfellow’s Hiawatha and local familiarity with the location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longfellow
South Dakota
Wooten Establishes New Law Office in Vienna
Geo W Wooten announces a new law office on Cotton Street near the New Court House Vienna Ga He will practice in all state courts and in the federal courts at Macon and Savannah with office dated 8 13 94 and listed as LAWYER in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jno
F. Powell
W. Powell
Watts Powell
F. Powerl & Sons
South-western
Oconee
Albany
Court House
Union Street
Vienna
Cotton Street
New Court House
Macon
Savannah
D. A. R. Crum Places Bar Practice Across Circuits
D A R Crum lists regular practice in Macon Southwestern Oconee Southern and Brunswick Circuits plus the State Supreme Court U S Circuit and District Courts and Court of Appeals He will also practice in U S Bankruptcy courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
Southwestern
Oconee
Southern
Brunswick
State Supreme Court
United States Circuit
District Courts
Court of Appeals
Will
United States Bankruptcy Courts
Physician and Surgeon W S Howell of Vienna Ga
Dr W S Howell physician and surgeon based in Vienna Georgia offers prompt call service day and night. He operates from offices over J F Calhoun and Co store and accepts orders left there for immediate attention.
Dr Bivins Physician Surgeon of Vienna Ga
Doctor Bivins operates as a physician and surgeon in Vienna Georgia with special attention to obstetrics and diseases of women. He answers all calls promptly day or night and offices above J J Cooper's store with office telephone 18 and residence telephone 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.T. Stovall
M. D
Vienna
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de Witt
C 'T Sovall
CT Stovall
de CT Stovall
Gct Stovall
Space
W. W. Harvard
M. A. Fleming
Attorney AT Law
Georgia
Geo. W. Wooten
D. A. R. Crum
Vienna, Dooly Co. Ga
Medical
W. S. Howell
Vienna, Ga
JF Calhoun & Co’s
Bivins
J M. Whitehead
Masonic Building
Acme
Aod
Acme Cycle CO
Main St
Elkhart, Ind
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