16 May 1901
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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1901
Page
1
Vienna Drug Co. promotes cattle ranching near Cordele and carries school books, jewelry, watches, and optician services. News notes visitors from Findlay and Pinehurst, local church and Sunday school events, a picnic plan at Richwood, and a university entrance exam coordinated by Cordele Public Schools. Cattle and farm product details, local commerce, and community announcements fill the page.
Mrs Betsy Edwards died yesterday morning at 4 o clock at the home of her son John Edwards five miles above town. She was 84, a true mother and member of the Primitive Baptist church. She will be buried today at Mt Olive church. Vienna Drug Co promotes pure medicines.
News from Ashburn details Robert Hewett a machinist losing his foot in a fly wheel and dying within an hour. Seven miles below town at Doyle's shingle mill, Harry Williams suffered a severe arm and rib injuries after a fly wheel action tore tissue from the arm and hand. Both men died from their injuries.
The paper reflects on upcoming publishing changes with Mr HM Tignet of Jonesboro GA joining as printer and a veteran editor hired for expertise. It vows to end reliance on patent medicine ads and publish clean, homegrown reporting in Dooly county, after a fire setback and jeers from rivals.
The metal coffin of James I Neely was moved by Dr T Stovall from the new cemetery to within twelve feet of its former location in the old cemetery. A marble slab marks a grave for JAS I NEELY who died in April 1856 aged 37, and MRS JULIA NEELY who died in April 1867 aged 84. Neely’s body was brought from Texas by request and placed with his people. Vienna Drug Co. advertises pure fresh drugs.
Residents near Findlay five miles above Vienna search daily for a missing young white man last seen after a freight train reportedly halted near mile 51. Bloodstained clothing and a vest were found. threats and mystery surround potential foul play. The father identified the remaining belongings, and locals continue the exhaustive search amid various theories.
The Epworth Leagues of Georgia met in Savannah for their ninth session at Wesley Monumental church from May 9 to May 12. Delegates and leaders praised the gathering for its focus on reporting yearly work, exchanging ideas, and deepening study in mission and higher things, aiming to inspire efforts in churches across the state.
The Ladies of the Missionary society gathered Monday evening at Mid DD Hendersons and were entertained with old time entertainments. Attendees included Mrs Jebins, Mrs Rushin, Mrs Woods, Mrs Penny, Miss Georgia Eva Penny, Mrs A D Smith, Mrs Lashley, Mrs Kelly, Mrs Austin Wilson, and Mrs BM Wood. The next meeting will be with Mrs BM Wood.
Letter argues against old style ginning for one dollar a bale, touts small profits from seed and selling goods, claims modern plant saves farmers money, and asserts three profits plus export demand. Endorses four profit model and criticizes competition, urging adoption of modern gins.
Lathrop Ol Mill Co Hawkinsville Ga advertises a limited supply of 7 1 2 percent cotton seed meal at 2000 dollars per ton. Cash or draft attached to bill of lading. Quote urges better write up at the source.
An advertisement from D. B. Thompson of East Vienna Ginnery promoting cotton sales and paying cash for dry seed cotton. It touts up-to-date plans, honest hands, and the strongest market price, inviting all to sing and participate after August 20, 1901, except those with elastic voices.
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