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Vienna Progress

Location

Vienna, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1900

Page

8

Bible Conference Opens With Notable Attendees In Atlanta

Dr A O Dixon of New York and Countess Schimmelman headline visiting speakers at the Bible Conference in Atlanta. Local leaders Broughton Nunnally and Torrey preach and lecture throughout the day. Morning sessions draw large crowds with strong interest in the event.

B. Broughton Tha Biblion Recorder Dey Dy Wirec Baptist Church Blenvieban Alm William Luuhford Bowling Green Roy Nunnally The LaGrange Female College Rey A. B. Vurgho Canton Gai Rey EB Barnard D. D Anniston Ala Jalisw’ Rodgers Macon W. Cawthorn Quitman J. B. Justur Fort Valley Mr. Monorlo LaGrange de R A. Torrey A. O. Dixon Sohimmelman

Funeral for Georgia editor John H. Martin set Tuesday

Atlanta March 19 funeral arrangements for John H. Martin longtime Georgia editor who died at his Williams street home early Sunday The service will be at his residence Tuesday at 10 oclock conducted by Rev A W Bowler of Carteravius The North Carolina native began his career in journalism in that state moving to Columbus Georgia in 1860 to edit and run the Enquirer Son He previously served as state Printer in Alabama at Montgomery Bomery.

Oliias Baditora Atlanta John HL Martin Georgia Williams A. W. Bowler Carteravius Martin John H. Martin North Carolina Jolah Columbus Enquirer Son Alabama Mont. Bomery

Petition to pardon Mrs Nobles may be filed in Macon

March 9. It is probable a petition to pardon Mrs Elizabeth Nobles who hired a man to kill her husband in Twiggs county years ago will be circulated soon in Macon. The Macon party and others have discussed a pardon plan since a possible commutation to life was sought. Nobles now serves at Milledgeville state prison and would remain there unless pardoned.

Paridoun Macon Hlianbeth Nobles Gua Fambles Twiggs County Nobles Ian Milledgeville

Green Gaynor Carter Conspiracy Trial Delays Hinder Court Sessions

District Attorney Marion Erwin arrived to oversee the case amid efforts to bring defendants to trial in the current session. He indicated the trial would be called this month, but noted opponents are using every legal tactic to delay. The defendants reportedly resist orders from Judge Brown of New York, seeking habeas corpus or similar delays.

Georgia Savy AsNan Gaynor-Carter United States Court District Marion Erwin Brown Ow York

Perry Escapes Gallows in Georgia Pardoned to Life

Washington Ga March 9 Fred Perry the notorious criminal who killed Jep Dennard was to hang today but the pardon board’s verdict sent him to life imprisonment in the penitentiary. The execution preparations were completed and guards stood ready while the governor notified the sheriff. In Memphis James Arthur’s stable arrived from New Orleans with thoroughbreds Andes Ferrer and Mas Roni for the Montgomery Park spring meeting and the opening day handicap.

Pirry Washington, Ga Fred Perry Jep Dennard Perry Wilkes County Memphis Menrnis James Arthur

Foundry Destroyed by Fire in Embreesgills Town

A disastrous blaze in Embreesgills Town on March 18 destroyed the local foundry and machine shops. The flames reportedly started near a furnace, consuming logs and equipment. The extent of losses and ownership details remain unclear.

Knoxville Sentinel Embreesgills Gays Ei 2 Ays el Joke Obin

Williams Arrest Recurring Labor Agent Held on Old Emigration Charge

The well known labor agent Poglog Williams, aka Williams, was arrested by Patrolman Hill on a charge of hiring negro labor for emigration. Warrants exist from South Carolina and Athens and Fulton county. He was detained at the police barracks and later turned over to county authorities with sheriff’s warrant.

R A. Williams Williams Tama South Ofrolina Hariff Fulton County Manly South Osrolina Pace Athens Hill

Interstate Fair To Be Held In Atlanta Next Fall

Atlanta businessmen vote to stage the southern interstate fair in October. The fair will open October 10 and run 15 days through October 25. The guarantee fund rises to 16000, 6000 over last year, enabling a larger event. Officials expect the fair to be one of the biggest and best ever in the South.

Atlanta

Conspiracy Case Called In Savannah Court

In Bavarian March 1, the U S district court heard the conspiracy case of B D Greene H A J F and W T Gaynor Michael A Connally and Oberlin M Carter charged with defrauding the government of about 1 million dollars Only one defendant Michie A Connally appeared with counsel George Mercer Jr The others were absent but A J Rose of New York claimed to represent the defendants in New York hearings and said they could not be in Savannah under bond to appear before Judge Addison Brown in New York

United States District Court B. D. Groens W. T. Gaynor Michael A. Connally Oberlin M. Carter Michie A. Connally George Mercer, Jr Thorn Erwin A. J. Rose New York B. D. Greene Georgia Rose United States Court Bond Addison Brown Newae Savannhay

Democratic Convention Debates July 4 Date

Kansas City March 13. The Democratic National Committee subcommittee resumed talks on conven tion dates and plans for the July national convention. They indicated no change from July 4 without full committee approval and expected McKinley to win renomination by acclamation. Ex Governor Stone dismissed Harrison contest talk as nonsense.

Kansas Democratic National Committee Stone Benjamin Harrison McKinley

Mill Sells to Trust for a Big Consideration

Badly garbled report from Waesrine March 18 states the Adtna Standard mill once bought by National Steel company Moore Bros transferred its holdings for five million dollars to the American Steel company under a big consideration. The notice mentions a price and a transfer context with unclear phrasing and names.

Waesrine Adtna Standard National Steel Company Moore Brox American Steel Company John Shocars i Liao Aoe Simb

Twain and Ey Ride Hartford to Boston on a Bicycle

A humorous incident from Christian Endeavor World recounts Mark Twain and Rev. Joven Twichell planning a bicycle trip from Hartford to Boston. After 12 to 15 miles, both riders waited for the other to speak, and they decided to take the train the rest of the way. They reached the acquaintance in Boston by early afternoon, joking that they rode far enough to show it could be done.

Mark Twain Mark Tivain Joven Ey Wiehall Hartford Boston Malway Mr. Twichell Mr. Clemens Mark Dwain Christian Endeavor World

Pluck of Ceell Rhodes in Kimberley attack tale

The pluck shown by Ceell Rhodes in heading to Kimberley as it faced likely attack is recounted. A $25,000 reward on his head sparked several stories of the empire builder’s daring in past wars. Early in the Matabele War he entered a small Boer ranger near Salisbury and queried if the enemy were in.

Ceell Rhodes Ceeil Rhodes Kimberley Empire Builder Ita Salisbury

Bush fight ends with 82 dead, Danish rat plague rises

The captain and armed burghers tracked enemy natives through a bush, counting 82 dead after an unexpected clash. In Copenhagen a rational rat extermination society builds a crematory for rats. Paris reports sewer-driven vermin invading markets near the Seine. Rat plagues threaten Paris and suburbs, with 10,000 rats at Acherps plain devouring beet roots. The Plague Piper of the modern rat may hail from Copenhagen.

Mr. Rhodes Rhodes Copenhagen Paris Seine Acherps Plain Paria

The Thin Man Claude Seurat Like A Skeleton

Reports on Claude Am broise Seurat born 1797 who appeared in 1825 drawing thousands who visited him. Physician Astley Cooper described his emaciated frame, weight about 45 pounds, and skeletal appearance. Seurat died 1849 at age 62.

Claude Seurat Claude Ambroise Saurat Seu-rat Astley Cooper Seurat Chicago News

New Great Sour American Kipxwy Cure Promises Relief

Relief in six hours for kidney and bladder disease by this remedy sold by Dr. C T Stovall in Vienna Georgia. The ad claims prompt relief from bladder, kidney and back pain and immediate relief of water retention for both men and women.

C T Stovall Vienna

P U Program Sunday March 18 Readings and Song Service

Lender L Woodward leads the program with Scripture readings Song service and prayer A talk by J L Peary followed by song and dismissal at the end of the session.

L. L. Woodward J L. Peary

Tax Receiver Announces Round Dates Across Counties

Jno C Dunaway tax receiver for Dooly county announces rounds starting May 12th in Fuqua May 12th Dakota May 18th Sibley May 18th Vienna May 24th 26th and 26th Cordele May 28th to June 2nd books close June 2nd Cordele Ga March 12th 1900.

Fuqua Dakota A Sibley Vienna Cordele Jno C. Dunaway Dooly

Politician Seeks Re-Election In Dooly County

An incumbent legislator from Dooly County appeals to voters seeking another term. He asserts qualification and dedication to duty in the House, aiming to represent the people’s interests faithfully.

Re Election Bid by Jno Dunaway for Tax Receiver

To the voters of Dooly county Chernby announces candidacy for re election as Tax Receiver He pledges faithful discharge of duties and asks for continued support in the Democratic Byaney Cordele Ga March 12 1900 Public notice style from a historical issue

Dooly County Chernby Byaney Jno Dunaway Cordele

Gifts for Five Million Ladies From Quaker Valley Mfg

A sensational offer promises free sterling silver plated augarshell gifts to any United States married lady who writes for a sample of Quaker Valley Liverware. Each eligible recipient must send her own name and full address. no letters to children or families. Mail to Quaker Valley Mfg Co, Morgan and Harrison Sts, Chicago.

Eptror Plonke United States Ito Quaker Valley Bond Parsons Uaker Uc, Morgan and Harrison Sts Chicago

Giant Triumph Watermelons Promised From Girardeau Seed

Growers urged to plant Girardeau's Extra Fancy Triumph seed claiming 1899 melons reached 100 to 185 pounds with one at 148 and another 149 percent of standard size. Cash prizes offered for nine largest melons from Monticello Florida seed. Send for catalogue for full information.

Girdrdeau Girardeau Ancey

Boschee's German Syrup Promoted As Cough Remedy

A Cleveland ad praises Boschee's German Syrup as a cure for severe coughs and lung troubles. It claims the remedy fights infection, reduces inflammation, eases expectoration, and aids sleep, urging readers to try one bottle with sample bottles at Dr. C T Stovall's drug store.

Boschee

Money Loaned On Farm and City Property in Americoue Ga

Money loaned on improved farm lands and choice city property for eight to ten years at seven percent interest. Privilege to pay one fifth one tenth or one twentieth of principal each year stopping interest on the amount paid. No inspection fee. Commission law. C R Ellis Postoffice building Amerioue Ga.

Commission C. R. Ellis Amerioue

Narrow Escape Brings Gratitude for Dr King’s Cure

Mia Hart of Groten SD declares a near death from consumption after four doctors gave up. Her husband used Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and colds, reportedly saving her life. Trial bottles free at Dr Stovall's Drug Store, regular sizes 50c and 1.00, guaranteed or money back.

Mia Ada EB Hart Grotén Tam

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