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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1894
Page
2
The notice states that anyone who takes papers from the post office is responsible for payment. It warns that if someone orders discontinuation they must pay all arrears, or the publisher will continue sending the paper and seek full payment even if the paper is not taken.
The column reads that candidate announcements must pay five dollars prior to insertion. The policy states the price is non negotiable and will not be overridden for any individual. The notice emphasizes that delays or promises of later payment will not be accepted.
Voters of Dooly County hear several declarations from local hopefuls for the Georgia General Assembly. Names include Tam Owen, Dp A R Cram, EB Sraotter, and J H DoRetan, all pledging loyalty to the county’s interests subject to Democratic nomination.
Josne Voters of Dooly County hear a candidate statement from Russel Kellan announcing his bid for re election as Clerk of Superior Court. He pledges 31 years of service and thanks supporters, subject to Democratic nomination.
G. Greene announces candidacy for election as Tax Collector of Dooly County subject to Democratic primary or mass meeting. He asks for votes and pledges faithful duties, justice, moderation, and best effort if elected.
A letter from D B Leonard seeks Democratic nomination and re election as Treasurer promising faithful duties. A second message from James R Kelly asks citizens of Doo y County for votes and pledges best efforts if elected.
The candidate requests votes from all citizens and pledges to conduct the sheriff office business with justice and fairness. The message expresses appreciation for support and mentions duties if elected.
Fragmented letters announce candidacies for Dooly County offices in Georgia under Democratic primary. J J Rowers seeks sheriff support pledging faithful duties. Jxo C Disaway Cordele Ga requests tax receiver votes and expresses service willingness. W. Graham pledges reelection faithfulness for coroner.
A Georgia political dialogue unfolds with a joint debate in Americus aimed at Evans backed by Gen. Gordon against Atkinson backed by Col. Dupont Guerry and Cel. BR Berner. The piece critiques the Constitution’s stance and warns voters about campaign tactics and influence from facilities and figures.
The piece contrasts widespread prosperity in Dooly County with protests of hard times. It notes improvements in farms, homes, schools, and debt reduction, while urging optimism and support for community well being. An incident near Seville ends tragically with Dr. R A Daly's death after a dispute between Daly and R E Hardin, with Whitfield present. arrests follow.
The Atlanta Constitution mocks the Georgia governor race calling Gen Evans virtually elected by county backing and editorially urging the opposing candidate to quit. The rival challenged Evans to joint debates across the state but four were held then no more debates were arranged.
Pupils of Miss Fannie Min’s school enjoyed a Saturday outing at Broxton's Park. Shade from oaks, swinging from branches, and a plentiful noon repast delighted both children and adults. Afternoon performances and recitations closed the day with cheerful community celebration. An exchange note comments on candidacy and civic interest.
Georgia Dooly County notice to all persons having claims against the estate of J. E. Culpepper deceased to render them per law and for indebted individuals to make immediate settlement. administratrix I. A. Culpepper seeks settlement of estate obligations.
Henry L. Watts of Winona Mississippi reports his wife nearly died from dyspepsia and chronic diarrhea. After six bottles of King’s Germetuer, she regained appetite and health within a week, and he endorses the remedy highly as unequal.
One of the season’s largest picnics near Morris and Tracy’s mill drew an estimated 500 to 700 attendees from Sibley Harmony Grove schools. Speakers Col. E F Strazier, Col. D A L R Crum, and Col. W S Thomson hosted, with dinner, songs, recitations, and a closing address by Mayor J B Scott of Cordele.
Dooly County sheriff's sale set for the first Tuesday in July 1894 at the courthouse to the highest bidder. Levy on lot number one hundred forty two containing two hundred two Ninths acres as property of defendants to satisfy four superior court writs issued from the Justice Court.
Notices announce hearings on July 5 to authorize changes to two public roads in Dooly County. One route from Pinehurst near Pole Bridge would run 200 yards from Mrs. Causey to Schoolhouse and Baptist church areas. The second route from Cordere to Williford would pass via Mrs. Carrie Sellers and James Conners land to Limesink branch then to Troupville and Vienna Road near the railroad crossing.
Dooly County will sell at the courthouse door on the first Tuesday in July 1894 between legal hours to the highest cash bidder several land parcels. Described are lands 30 20 129 209 in the 3rd district and 188 in the 6th district totaling 810 acres. The sale enforces a tax execution issued for 1893 against Kibbee and Hart. Sheriff's date April 2, 1894 G W Sheppard.
The notice states the county will sell at public auction on the first Tuesday in July 1894 between legal hours for cash the lands described as lots 125 136 and 137 in the Sixth land district. Each lot covers about 200 and a fraction acres, with the total roughly six hundred plus acres. The sale is to satisfy a tax execution and is conducted under authority of the county.
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