Lewis for Congress in Abbeville Speech Sparks Finance Debate
The piece praises EB Lewis for Congress, arguing his railroad bond investments and support for state banks of issue prove his financial understanding. It contrasts him with Judge Fort, claims Lewis has broad district support, and frames currency reform as essential for prosperity.
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Congress
Abbeville
Lewis
Fort
Phil Cook
Macon
General Cook
Macon County
Judge Fort
Echo
RE. B. Lewis
Dooly
Unknown Figure Praised for Sincerity and Plain Talk
A fragment describes a man trusted by those who know him, noted for sincerity, practicality, plain speech, and outspoken nature. The passage emphasizes his steadfast character and straightforward demeanor.
Who Are Democrats Debate On Primary Support For Nominees
The county Democratic executive committee invites all white Democrats to back party nominees in June's primary. The piece argues majority rule within the party and asserts duty to support whichever nominee aligns with the party's views, whether silver or gold, while rejecting efforts to split the nomination by opposing the ticket.
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Democratic Executive Committee
Silver Meeting in Dooly County Backs Free Coinage Plans
A Saturday gathering at the courthouse by Democrats favorable to free coinage nominated delegates and alternates for the June 25 state convention in Macon. Dr. Lewis W. Mobley was elected chairman with Col. W. W. Harvard as secretary, and resolutions favored 16 to 1 silver gold coinage, pledging to vote against any Chicago national convention delegate not unequivocally in favor. The delegates were instructed to support the present state house officers.
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Court House
Macon
Lewis W. Mobley
Col. W. W. Harvard
State House
Dooly County
J. M. Carmack
EB. F Strozier
J. T. Hill
C. T. Stovall
Z. Hardin
D. W. Harvard
T. A. Musslewhite
Chicago
A Wine School at Houston High School Arabi
The article praises Prof J E Powell and staff at Houston High School Arabi for a well run school with cooperative dormitories for boarders. It notes two cottages for boys and girls, a shared living plan, and room for 30 plus pupils. Board and rent projected at five dollars or less monthly.
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Arabi
J.E. Powell
Powell
Cordele Baptist Ladies Bring Professor Straton to Lecture
The Cordele Baptist church's ladies have invited Professor Straton of Atlanta to speak Thursday night. Known as one of the most entertaining platform speakers, a crowded house is expected. Vienna is urged to send a strong turnout.
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Cordele Baptist Church
Professor Straton
Atlanta
Vienna
Purchase by Atlanta Men Secures Vast Georgia Timber Lands
A large timber land purchase in Georgia totals 20 000 acres along the Flint river across Sumter Macon and Dooly counties. Atlanta investors aim to place two mills near Montezuma and another in the senate area with timber rafted from upstream. The virgin pine oak ash popular cypress and hardwood stands are described as immensely valuable and ready for development.
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Americus
Georgia
Atlanta
Flint River
Sumter
Macon
Dooly
Montezuma
Lewis dominates Perry joint congress discussion
Report describes a surprise meeting of three congressional candidates at Perry. While Lewis was sick recently the other two pressed him to a debate, but Lewis closed the session effectively. Observers say Lewis outperformed both rivals, making victory seem unlikely for his competitors.
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Congress
Perry
Mr. Lewis
Lewis
The Fishing Party at Putman Hall Florida
The fishing party spent a week at Putman Hall in Florida and reported an enjoyable time with a splendid catch. Warmouth perch bit rapidly, some strings were caught in fog, and overall the group hauled several hundred pounds of fish. One member fell ill only on opening day but recovered. anecdotes include a three native crew helping a man pull fish and payments of 500 nightly, plus humorous bites and misadventures around baiting hooks and mosquitoes in Florida waters.
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Putman Hall
Fla
Warmouth
Florida
Veterans reunion in Cordele urged for 1896 gathering
J J Iyman, commander of the D C V A Arabi Ga, calls veterans to prepare for a Cordele reunion. He requests updates on any veterans who died since the last gathering and asks the Calhoun and Washington counties ladies to advance monument work before the event. He praises local ladies for memorial efforts and seeks progress reports.
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Cordele
J. J. Iyman
D. C
Children Find Food Near Grandpa In Upper Dooly
Two youngsters from a prominent farmer family in upper Dooly visited their grandpa for a meal but returned home after breaking open a trunk and eating pills. Neighbors and the father report an ongoing meat and corn sale, with investigations being considered.
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Upper Dooly
Grand-Pa’s
One Swallow of Cough Cure Brings Relief in Ad
An old advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure from Stovall and Forbes. It promises quick relief with a single swallow, aligning with period marketing language. The snippet highlights the product and the seller while noting hopeful consumer benefit.
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Stovall & Forbes
Not 4 thousand times, No Not 4 thousand times No
A long meditation on trees, suffering, and resilience. The essay uses the life cycle of trees and the ravages of pests as a metaphor for human hardship, urging readers to endure trials, develop virtue, and emerge stronger, like Holmes’ north wind shaping a tougher backbone.
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Theheart
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Brotherhood of Burden
Confucine
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