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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1898
Page
1
The piece, attributed to John James Rooney in the New York Sun, salutes Navy sailors as “the men behind the guns” who stand firm amid battle. It contrasts cheer and danger, praising Admiral captains and Columbia’s blue, detailing shipboard combat, cannon fire, and seaborne peril before peace returns.
A writer argues the United States fights not for conquest but to end oppression in Spain. He condemns Spain's regime, laments reconcentrado deaths, and praises American sacrifices to shield civilians and destroy the outdated, brutal rule of a failing empire. He contrasts Spanish neglect with American unity and mercy.
The author calls for short decisive action to end the horrors in Cuba and envisions the United States as a guardian of human rights, hoping the nation will restrain chastisement briefly and support the new republic on its path toward progress in the Western Hemisphere.
An elderly former slave, listening to Dewey’s Manila feats, remarks that the Spaniards did not kill any of their people, while noting blacks and mules bear the worst of it. The exchange reveals racial attitudes and wartime perceptions in a Georgia household.
Advertising columns herald ex Senator John J. Ingalls new work America's War For Humanity. Presented as a grand, highly saleable volume by N. D. Thompson Publishing Co. of St Louis, it promises vivid story and analysis of the war, hoping to become a lasting monument to his literary genius. Canvas representatives note strong reader interest and broad appeal.
Late Saturday afternoon Willie Lane of near Coney was returning to town when his horse suddenly kicked off the dash,slackening lines and injuring his leg. The horse ran into a fence and Lane suffered internal injuries but was not considered in danger. Col Watts Powell and Mr Turton aided him to town where Dr Stovall treated him. He was later moved to his father in law H W Powell's and rested well.
Jno C Dunaway of Cordele Georgia denies allegations of a prior agreement not to seek Tax Receiver. He states he has never lived in Florida, never invested there, and will remain in Dooly County all his life. Sworn statements were made May 26, 1868, with notary J A Lirrison.
All Sunday Schools in the Vienna circuit will hold a convention at the Dooly county camp ground on June 10. Everyone is invited to attend for a pleasant time with an excellent program. An able orator will deliver the principal address, to be named in the next issue.
The State School Commissioner appoints Friday June 17 1898 as the general examination day for applicants seeking a teachers license to teach in public schools. All county residents wishing to license must meet in the court house at 7 00 A M for the examination. No other examination will be held within the next 12 months. E G Greene C S C 6 2 98 3t.
A compact collection of maxims on love, peace, usefulness, humility, and self awareness. Noting that honest words, simple minds, and charity beyond display matter more than loud praise or clever show. The piece cites practical wisdom and cautions against vanity and self deception.
Mr and Mrs Robert Shirah of near Drayton hosted a turkey dinner for their brother W S Dixon of Cordele and Miss Emmie Wilson of Byromville. Attendees included Eugenia Collier Petes Ine Ward Cordele J ennie and Sarah Dixon Jas Folks Emmie Wilson M and R L Dixon L M Graham Unadilla and Gordon Thompson Drayton Sentinel.
The speaker laments excessive counsel and urges restraint, noting reason is useful only when timely. Constantly exposed to out of season words unsettles a mind, leaving little room for productive thought or restraint.
A diner, An Trishman, entered a Milleapolis eating house and ordered aquare meal. The waiter served escap and celery that vanished, then lobster arrived. Trishman balked, remarking the dish resembled dishwater and a bouquet, while oil and other items vanished.
A fragmented column shows an ad for Dr. Bull’s Cough Syrup promising cure for consumption with a testimonial from Simon Smagal of Chicago. It also includes varied dispatches about the Pope, Spanish arms, and a Arkansas state convention anecdote involving prayers for rain and a humorous moderator remark.
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