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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1898
Page
1
A reflective essay urges forward motion from the known into uncertain futures. It links personal progress to national growth, notes constitutional shifts since 1781, and foresees expanded international roles, extended diplomacy, and the need for wise, nonpartisan leadership in guiding Cuba, the Philippines, Porto Rico, and other territories through postwar diplomacy and governance.
The Jordan committee invites all schools including Double Branches Smyrna Union Spring Tippettville Mars Hill and iFriendship to a union picnic at Wesley Chapel Pulaski County on Friday June 24. Attendees should bring well filled baskets and children. Talks on Sunday school work will be given and the event aims to enthuse participation in Sunday School among attendees. June 14 1898.
The annual reunion program lists musical numbers prayers and addresses for July 2 including Welcome Blessing Memorial and Annual Addresses, banner presentation, and songs Dixie America and God Be With Us Til We Meet Again. Commemorative events feature Col. W. M Hammond and Com. J. J. Hyman with a dinner and business meeting.
The June yellow fever outbreak in Mississippi compounds wartime strains on the coast region, threatening military mobilization and commerce. Officials warned that despite stamping out efforts, the disease is likely to spread across the Mississippi Valley and Gulf Coast, worsening hardship for civilians and hampering the war effort.
Albany Herald notes the tense exchange between the two coasts and Cuba with uneasy prospects. The balance of power and signals from both sides appear unsettled as observers warn of rising risk and unpredictable moves.
The nomination for three Supreme Court Judges will be held per the State Democratic Executive Committee on June 23, not June 26 as previously stated. Note the date June 28 remains mentioned incorrectly in earlier notes.
A reflective piece argues wealth does not define success. It contrasts financially rich yet unhappy figures with humble, honest lives guided by the Golden Rule. True success comes from character, self restraint, and doing good, not mere accumulation of money.
An 19th century advertisement touts Browns' Iron Bitters as a universal remedy for blood, nerves, and stomach diseases. It claims quick and permanent cure for neuralgia and chronic ailments, noting the remedy has been used for nearly a quarter century and is sold by all dealers.
The Army of Invasion departs Tampa heading toward Santiago to land south of that location. They briefed to ensure no Spanish gunboats could intercept them at sea.
In a second engagement at Guantánamo’s Outer Harbor the Spanish and Marines fought a hot battle. Two American soldiers were killed and several wounded. Lieutenant Colville led scouts in action, killing fifteen Spaniards including one lieutenant, and the enemy water station was wrecked.
The First Regiment of Georgia Volunteers is ordered to march from Camp Northern at Griffin to Chickamauga. They may proceed from there to Porto Rico or the Philippines with the invading army.
The Albany Herald notes quinine and other fever medicines take days to cure fever, while Johnson's Chill and Fever Tonic cures in one day. It mentions Captain leaders aiming to raise companies and an army of about a million, and Andy Lane of near Vienna plans to enlist in Macon after boarding a train yesterday.
A city group spent Tuesday picnicking at the Campground. Attendees include Misses Anna Hamilton Hunter Carnes Maude Busbee Lida Rushin Gussie Lennard Nixie Lashley May Howell Ada Jewel Powell Ninnie Lasseter and Messrs Wade Lee Lasseter W Roberts B B Bryan Jr Platt McDonald Watts Powell Fernie Lashley Phil Everett J M Busbee Frank Warnrdee K R Lewis M Van Ness.
An old ad promotes Browns' Iron Bitters to maintain liver health and prevent disease. It claims occasional use keeps the liver in order, while developed disease may be cured by Browns' Iron Bitters, though it stresses limited vitality and urges purchase from all dealers.
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