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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1898
Page
4
A readers’ page mix reports a sensational tonic claim cures fever in one day, then shifts to wartime talk and political updates. It notes Cuba US sentiment, recruitment views, and local gossip about figures like Charley Branan and editorials by Editor Blackburn. It ends with naval power rankings and current US fleet details.
Georgia Southern & Florida Railroad officials announce major improvements at Beech Haven including four large swimming lakes a alligator pond a grand fountain a new tablet rustic benches and general beautification intended to attract Sunday schools and picnic groups.
A homily on parental example and family virtue urges parents to align actions with religion and avoid hypocrisy. It condemns smoking influences and promotes Dr J I McLean's Strengthening Cordial and Blood Purifier as a remedy for exhaustion, noting availability from Dr CT Stovall.
Finder rewarded for returning a lost ledger found between Dooly Lumber Co and Howell Lee’s or mailed to Cordele Georgia. Contains accounts and papers of value to owner. Return at Progress office or contact Jno KE Hewm.
A garbled 19th century advertisement urges women to request a free pamphlet titled Before Baby Is Born from the Genlifeld Repulator Go in Atlanta. The copy touts fear of childbirth and promises information to prevent dread, offering a “gal table and attractive little beak” with the appeal text urging readers to send for the booklet.
A letter from Jackie Wooproven of Byromville Georgia praises Peruvian Liver Syrup for relieving and curing severe sick headaches, noting attacks occurring up to three times weekly. The note mentions Peruvian medicines sold by W H West in Pinehurst Georgia.
A beauty claim states a disordered liver causes sallow skin and blotches. It promotes Dr H McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm as superior to creams, claiming it cleanses the liver, improves breath and digestion, and yields a rosy color. Price $1.00 per bottle, sold by Dr C T Stovall.
In Dooly county the owner secures a five year first mortgage at eight percent on improved lands. Brokers charges for abstracts and land inspections are small and borne by the borrower. For cheap money contact John H Woodward & Son in Vienna Georgia.
Georgia Southern Railroad officials plan to acquire a large tract near the Suwanee river at White Spring Florida for picnic and Camp meeting use. They will be prepared to quote liberal rates for white and colored parties. Address G A Macdonald GPA Macon Ga.
Fragmentary OCR item mentions Miss Maggie Hannah suffering a headache with unclear attribution to Jone Or and a note about restorative crvines. Limited readable facts prevent full context.
An old column prescribes urine sediment as a kidney health indicator and promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for back pain and urinary issues. It claims relief from frequent urination and scalding, and offers samples by mail with a small fee.
The writer thanks Mr. Enoch Bowen and others who assisted during a crippled condition when unable to work.
A series of public notices from Cordele Georgia dated March 15 1898 announces candidates for Dooly county offices including Representative Treasurer Tax Collector and possibly others. Names include E Beacram J M Busse Sam J D Tracy Dd W Harvard J A Taylor J R Kelly J A Broxton Frank J Lewis J W Bivina and others urging Democratic nomination and voter support.
J. M. Davis announces candidacy for Tax Collector in a Democratic primary. He frames his bid as devotion to good government, notes wounds from Gettysburg, and appeals to voters to stand by a disabled Confederate soldier in declining days.
In the matter of the office of County Surveyor for Dooly county the candidate under democratic nomination Ricnago A Murray pledges to discharge the duties to the best of his ability and signs off with sincere regards.
J Frank Powell declares candidacy for re election as Clerk of the Superior Court of the county under the Democratic nomination. He thanks supporters for past backing and seeks continued support in the upcoming vote.
Readers in Dooly county see multiple candidate notices for Tax Receiver and Sheriff. Included are E I Mixon, J M Cox, Jno C Dunaway, V W Ropes, T R Smith, W H Cribb, H W Pont, and J Mussenware pledging faithful service, Democratic primary eligibility, and urging voter support. Some note past service, illness, and readiness to discharge duties.
W. W. Bartow of Unadilla Georgia solicits voters to support his bid for coroner of Dooly county under the Democratic nomination. He asks for earnest, conscientious backing from the electorate. March 26, 1898.
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