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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1896
Page
4
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Bulloch County confronts a deaf and dumb candidate amid political mudslinging. Reports from Blakely Observer, Cordele Sentinel, and other papers echo distrust, accusations of boodling, and calls for integrity as references praise RH B Lewis for service.
In BRPGKS seizzoook locals report schools closed and scholars clash with General Green over rain scarce crops. Cotton suffers in drought areas with insects harming yields while farmers and mill men campaign, noting Mr. W. B. James reports the first bloom in May and in-district politics, Mr. Lewis faces education critique.
A midwife touts MOT ERS' FRIEND as the best remedy for rising of the breast, claiming it shortened labor and aided recovery. Mrs M M Brewster of Montgomery Alabama endorses it, noting a price of 81.00. Bradfield Regulator Co Atlanta GA states it is sold by all druggists and available by express.
Reverend J C Burrus of Alabama led the funeral rites for the late Reverend F K Lewis last Sunday to a large audience, followed by another sermon Sunday night. The report notes farmers need rain and predicts political activity as voters prepare for upcoming county elections with candidates visiting daily.
At her father's home Min nis Lee Harp died after a two week illness. Born June 1868 she was a devoted Methodist Christian and daughter to her aging parents. The message expresses deep sorrow, prayers for consolation, and comfort for the bereaved family.
Dooly county colored teachers, by order of the State School Commissioner, are directed to attend the Peabody Institute at Marshallville starting June 29, 1896, for one month. Attendees must obtain a certificate of attendance from the Manager and file it in the office. Dated May 23, 1896. E. G. Greene.
A writer offers cold preservation of berries grapes and peaches claiming year old fruit stays fresh without heat or sealing. He cites EF selling directions to 1200 families and promises readers a dollar per directions, sending samples and full instructions for eighteen two cent stamps from Francis Oaszy St Louis Mo.
A dark 22 year old, 140 pounds, missing front teeth, escaped Saturday May 16 from Allison's County Chain Gang in Pulaski County. He rode off a bay mare noted for a white forehead spot and white on both right feet. Reward $15 for return or $8000 for return of both. Also includes local notices about DeWitt's Colic and Cholera cure and tax receiver appointments with dates across Pinehurst to Vienna.
To the voters of Dooly county. R A Bedgood announces candidacy for Representative, subject to Democratic nomination, pledges faithful representation and support for Charles F. Crisp for United States Senator. March 11 1896. U V Whipple also seeks the same seat, pledging to discharge duties to the best of ability and support for the Senator, March 17 1896.
To the voters of Dooly county I announce my candidacy for the 14th Senatorial district subject to Democratic nomination I have been active in the party and seek your verdict I pledge to support Hon Chas F Crisp for U S Senator and work to advance our county district and state W Coney and Wm S Thomson signatories
J D Hargrove records as candidate for re election to the office of Ordinary in Dooly County Cordele March 17 1897 subject to Democratic nomination He says he has served the people well and asks for support in the coming election
Two candidates address voters in Dooly County. J Frank Powell announces his bid for clerk under Democratic nomination, pledging to discharge duties to the best of his ability if elected. Russell Kellam seeks reelection, thanking supporters and pledging faithful, impartial service if nominated and re-elected.
A series of anonymous notices from Dooly County announce candidacies for local offices. John T. Graham runs for Sheriff, J. W. Roberts for Sheriff, Jas. R. Kelly for Treasurer, Jas A Williams for Tax Collector, and Sean B for Tax Collector with pledges to faithful service subject to Democratic primaries.
A maimed ex confederate R D Brown announces for Tax Receiver of Dooly county under Democratic nomination. MO C Dunaway seeks re election as Tax Receiver promising duty fulfillment. J R Clements runs for County Surveyor seeking re election. J W Graham seeks renomination for Coroner with thanks for past favors. March 11 1996.
Professional card for DL Henderson attorney at Vienna Georgia. Practices contracts ejectments and collection matters before the court of Ordinary. Specializes in legal affairs and related proceedings.
A Vienna Georgia attorney operates across Dooly County but excludes the Dooly County Court. The firm emphasizes practicing in the course of law throughout Dooly with the exception of the county court proceedings.
A legal notice lists practice in all courts of the South western Oconee and Albay Circuits and by special written contract. It cites offices near Court House on Union Street Vienna Georgia and Cotton Street near the New Court House. It notes readiness to appear in Macon and Savannah federal courts. 8-18-94.
Methodist services held on the 1st and 8th Sundays morning and night. Sunday school each Sunday morning. Epworth League meets Sundays at 3.30 PM. Prayer meeting Thursday night. Pastor Rev. Wesley Lane. Baptist services on the 2nd and 4th Sundays morning and day. S. B. Y. P. U. meets Sundays at 3.30 PM. Prayer meeting Tuesday night. Pastor Rev. J. M. Kelly.
Dr Bivins offers special attention to obstetrics and diseases peculiar to women. All calls answered promptly day and night. Office over W A Baker & Co Store. Office telephone 18, residence 25.
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