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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1896
Page
1
A discussion of the so called New Woman as a growing social force. Nemo argues the movement reflects genuine change among women toward rights and independence. The essay lists aims from control of body to motherhood and marriage, urging welcoming progress while noting risks to tradition.
A 13 year old girl in Cordele woke to find a man on her bed around 1am last Thursday. She screamed waking two sisters, then Mr Wynn and boarder Mr Gunn rushed to help but the intruder escaped after the door was locked. No clue to the man’s identity.
The Macon Evening News reports Hon. J. T. Hill of Dooly, a junior Democrat from the third district and a Chicago delegate, has been appointed to a committee to notify the presidential candidate of his nomination.
A Cheap Excursion on The G line offers a $2 round trip to Savannah for four people, valid July 20 to July 24. Train passes Cordele at 9 20 a.m. on July 20, with return on any regular train through July 24. Don’t miss this opportunity to visit Savannah.
A refined At Home hosted by Col and Mrs D A R Crum Tuesday night drew a large crowd. Guests enjoyed games such as Whist and Seven-up then refreshments of cake ice cream grapes and watermelon. Names included Miss Emma Adame with D P Busbee Miss Anna Hamilton with W T McDonald and others in attendance.
On Wednesday morning at 10 at the home of Judge and Mrs. Fort in Lumpkin Georgia, Beauregard F Forbes married Laura, daughter of the Forts. Rev T W Darley officiated. Laura, a Stewart County favorite, joins Forbes, a former mayor of his city and noted businessman, as they plan to reside in Vienna. Friends extend hearty congratulations.
The New York World proclaims the greatest circulation on earth, while the Observer notes a similar claim. The gaggle of subscribers who died or moved on left no forwarding word and some neglected to pay arrears. The Printer’s Companion remarks the mourners face rough water, yet the paper would need to be soaked to reach them.
A backwards looking verse laments time, seeking a silver future and free silver fervor. The lines imagine transforming the speaker into a shining figure, reflecting on past misreadings and present regret amid economic tension.
A barber’s dubious hair restorer harms the user as a printer’s misread bottle cleans type. a social event ends in comic chaos with Mrs Beechem flustered as the host misbehaves. The night concludes with insults tossed and a grand exit into mud.
A humorous guide states editors welcome subscribers or news tips without knocking, while collectors should signal through the window and then knock until the editor opens the door. The piece playfully notes editors prefer being approached with a clear purpose, even if it delays their response.
A New York Sun piece extols the mule’s reputation while poking fun at stereotypes. It describes Jersey City’s Bishop’s Son Co. yard, capacity for 10,000 mules, and exports to the West Indies and South America. It notes calm, honest demeanor, but warns against rough play from handlers.
A sad death in the county marks the loss of 18 year old George Mcgrath of Macon who died Monday at 4 o'clock from hemorrhage fever while visiting his grandmother near the city He was cared for by a local physician and in the end his mother brother and sister could not reach in time He was buried Tuesday at 8 30 in Bryan Cemetery with many relatives and friends in mourning and the family expresses deep sympathy.
A moral essay extols relying on God from the start and valuing thought over grand words. It argues behavior shapes others, tolerance for others, and self control aid clear reasoning. The piece ends with an advertisement for Doe Witt’s Little Early Risers and a constipation remedy by Stovall & Worbes.
The democrats of Georgia's 3rd Congressional District are called to meet in Perry Houston County at noon on Wednesday July 22 1896. The convention will nominate a candidate for U S Representative in the 55th Congress. R N Hourzovan chairs the committee and directs the district convention.
The passage links seasonal low spirits with reduced energy and thought power to a deficient nourishment supply. It notes vital force loss affecting resistance and endurance, especially in youth, risking lung disease, with loss of flesh and a cough as warning signs.
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