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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1898
Page
4
A friend argued that a local paper yields net value far beyond its cost by readers noting that ads let families save many times the paper’s price annually. He cited purchases sparked by ads and the mental profit from scanning news and business columns.
Mr Jas Hadfield of 350 West St New York verifies Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup as an excellent remedy for cough cold and hoarseness He recommends it to all who need such a household medicine The syrup sells everywhere for 25 cents
The Macon News reports widespread anger at the use of African American troops as guards for Spanish prisoners of war. It describes Southerners feeling insulted by the guards and sympathetic to the prisoners, calling the scene a disgrace and warning of demoralizing effects of racial equality policies. The piece urges future operations to occur under darkness to spare local residents further indignity.
An old advertisement promoting Dr J H McLean's Strengthening Cordial and Blood Purifier for the exhausted by sickness or overwork. It claims to restore health, energy and cheerful spirits and notes sale by Dr CT Stovail.
Georgia Southern and Florida Railroad authorities announce extensive improvements at Beech Haven including a barge lake for swimming and boating a pond for alligature four fountains new tables rustic benches and general fixing up to beautify the grounds. Potential picnic parties should consider the site before choosing a location addresses G. A. McDonald Macon Ga.
An ad urges expectant mothers to request a free booklet titled Before Baby Is Born from the Teoccod Regulator Co. The article frames childbirth as joyful yet daunting and promises readable guidance to ease fear and pain, offering the publication without charge upon sending a name and address.
An advertisement touts a remedy named New Great Sour American Cure claiming rapid relief of kidney and bladder disease in six hours. It asserts immediate urine retention relief and broad applicability to men and women, with druggist contact details and testimonials from DeWitt's Little Risers users.
An advertisement touts Dred HW McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm as a universal beautifier. It claims a torpid liver causes a dull complexion and bad breath, promising a rosy color, improved digestion, and removal of yellow tinge, priced at 10 cents per bottle and sold by Dr Stovall.
Grovania Georgia advertises affordable motor coach service with single or double team charters to any destination. Terms described as reasonable, encouraging inquiries for travel to desired points.
An advertisement presents Bradfield's Female Regulator as a standard remedy for weaknesses and irregularities of the female organism. It asserts relief from headaches back pains and fatigue caused by societal expectations. The product is described as a physician endorsed vegetable formula sold by druggists for one dollar per bottle with free mailed information from The Bradfield Regulator Co. Atlanta, Ga.
A flood of public notices from Dooly county announce candidacies for Representative and various county and district offices. Several individuals such as J. M. Busbee J. C. Tracy J. R. Kelly J. A. Broxton Frank J. Lewis and J. W. B. Mins declare runs for Treasurer Tax Collector and other posts subject to Democratic nomination. Wounded Confederate veteran J. M. Davis appeals for votes noting service and states rights stance.
We have perfected arrangements with New York brokers to place loans, secured by first mortgage, for five-year terms at five percent interest on improved Dooly county farm lands. Brokerage and title and land inspection costs are borne by the borrower. For cheap money, contact John H Woodward & Son in Vienna, Georgia.
Georgia Southern Railroad authorities consider buying a large tract near the Suwanee river at White Spring Florida for picnic and camping use with modern improvements. They will quote liberal rates for premium parties, both white and colored. Address G A Macdonald GPA Macon Ga.
An advertisement describing Kilmer’s Swamp-Root as a universal kidney and urinary remedy. It claims to diagnose kidney issues via urine sediment, touts benefits for back pain, bladder control, and effects from alcohol, and offers sample bottle and pamphlet by mail for stamps. Also notes price as fifty cents to one dollar and includes contact details.
Richard A Murray declares his bid for the office of County Surveyor in Dooly County. He states he seeks the Democratic nomination and pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability.
Sam Powell announces candidacy for re-election as Clerk of the Superior Court of the county subject to the Democratic nomination. He thanks supporters for past backing and solicits continued support. J Frank Powell signs as the author.
A collage of campaign appeals from Dooly County figures announcing candidacies for Tax Receiver and Sheriff. Veterans and local residents pledge faithful service, integrity, and support in the Democratic primary, with requests for voters to back their nominations or re elections. Many signatories emphasize county roots and prior public service.
Coroner of Dooly county a Democrat nominee aspirant W W Bartow of Unadilla Ga asks voters to support him. He appeals to all who can conscientiously back him and will value his service. Very Respectfully W W Bartow Unadilla Ga March 26 1898.
Tam offers loans secured on New York Life Equitable and Mutual Life policies with prompt quotes by policy number. Also provides long term low rate loans on improved farming lands with money available in 15 to 20 days after application. J G Jones office 10 Pate Building Cordele Ga.
A quatrain extols early routines and a life lengthening pill called Little Riser. Dr C T Stovall is named in the brief, suggesting a medical endorsement or advertisement fragment from a historical page. The piece blends proverb and patent remedy rhetoric with a physician’s attribution.
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