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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1894
Page
2
The notice warns that anyone who takes newspapers from the post office is responsible for payment. It also states that if a reader orders discontinuation, they must pay all arrears or the publisher will continue to bill and collect the full amount, regardless of whether the paper is received.
The Progress declares that candidate announcements in these columns cost 5.00 each and must be paid before insertion. Promises such as I will pay you next time I see you or draw on me for the amount will not be honored.
Several citizens of Dooly County announce their bids for Representative in the Georgia General Assembly. Each candidate emphasizes obedience to Democratic nomination and pledges to advance county interests if elected. Names cited include Jno C Owen D A Crum E I S I A Donovan.
A notice declares Russell Kellam as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the Clerk of Superior Court in Dooly County. He pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability and thanks voters for past and future support.
Tax Collector and Treasurer race notices from Dooly County voters endorse J J Scott E G GRE and B Leonard. They seek Democratic nomination and pledge faithful service and appreciation for voter support.
HW Tuwelt announces candidacy for the office of Sheriff of Dooly County under Democratic nomination. He seeks the votes of every citizen and pledges to conduct county business with justice if elected.
A local appeal from Cordele Georgia invites Dooly County voters to back Jxo C Dunaway for Tax Receiver in the Democratic primary. The note expresses gratitude, requests support, and is dated June 1894.
The piece describes Gen. Evans leading in Georgia’s gubernatorial race despite opposition from major papers and a lack of campaign funds. It credits Atkinson with a strong late surge, arguing his party service and political skill explain the breakthrough and predicting rising party influence as he expands state service.
A heated Georgia campaign scene described shows populist efforts to woo disaffected Democrats as the 1890s gubernatorial race intensifies. The piece urges party unity behind Atkinson, warns rebels against helping the opposition, and emphasizes sticking to Democratic principles and the Chicago platform of 1892.
A short piece arguing Vienna should adopt public schools to solidify the town’s education. It claims a ten month year benefits population growth and economy, with costs shifted from tuition to a town tax levy. It notes 150 pupils within reach and emphasizes stable teachers and graded yearly work.
A citizen urges urgent action to establish a public school system in Vienna. They call for a petition to City Council to order an election and for a 30 day publication of the election notice. If approved, a bill to amend the town charter to allow a school tax levy would be advertised before the October assembly.
August A Klages of Haltimore Missouri says Botanic Blood Balm cured his skin eruptions after years of treatment in Germany and America. He claims his poison is permanently driven from his blood and calls it the best remedy. $1 per large bottle available through Stovall and Forbes. The clipping notes Atlanta Constitution September 13 2 mentions Chairman Atkinson’s campaign work and that his services will not be forgotten.
Harry L Watts of Winona Mississippi recounts how his wife suffered years of digestive illness including chronic diarrhea and dyspepsia. After trying two doctors he used Dr King’s remedy with hot water and a mild purge, reporting a rapid improvement and return to health. Watts notes he used several bottles and praises the remedy highly.
An advertisement by J. W. Haygood of Montezuma Ga offers loans on farming lands in Dooly county with easy terms. Agent Col W G Harrison will be in Vienna from the 1st to the 13th of each month to handle inquiries and business promptly. Letters addressed to Montezuma or Vienna will receive prompt responses.
Quickest safest relief for the tired brain and nervous system comes from Dr King Royal Germeture. Nerve tranquilizer praised by Dr L D Collins and others. Four sale by Stovall Forhee for $5, single dollar.
Georgia Dooly County notices warn debtors and creditors to file claims against estates of Mary Moye Sarah Yeomans J E Culpepper and others. A sheriff sale of Lot 142 in Winthrop district is planned for July 1894. Road change orders affect Pinehurst Cordele Williford routes with public postings dated June 4 1894.
Property to be sold on the first Tuesday in July 18M at the courthouse door. Lands include lots 30 129 209 in the old district and lot 188 in the 6th district totaling 810 acres. Sale to satisfy tax execution issued by M E Raskin for Kibbee Hart for 1893 taxes. April 2 1694. G W Sheppare Sheriff Dooly Co.
In Dooly County the sale will occur on the first Tuesday in July 1894 between legal hours. The property includes lots 125 136 and 137 in the Sixth Land District totaling 607 acres. The lands are levied to satisfy a tax execution, to be sold to the highest cash bidder.
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