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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1904
Page
2
In this column fragment rural life blends fashion and grooming with local news. Advice on skin care after outdoor sports emphasizes washing hands and face, trimming nails, and glove-wearing at night while noting various local residents, visits, and upcoming events around Arabi, Pinehurst, and nearby towns.
A private bank owned by Plant’s Son and the First National Bank of Macon both closed after a bank run. Depositors flooded the institutions in Macon and Vienna, with heavy demand prompting temporary shutdowns. Reports name H Plant as bank owner and note deposits rumored near 40 000 for Leonard and about 20 000 for Carnes. River curbs placed, with public statements awaited per court order.
A scholarship in a Ga Ale business college targets sales and promises a bargain. The notice hints at financial aid and student opportunities within the program.
The prison commission granted a reprieve for Seymour Williams who was condemned for the murder of Mrs Cook last summer. The article notes his life sentence may be reduced and mentions Crum and Jones advocating for clemency, while Elton Gray’s appeal for a new trial looms with unfavorable sentiment reported.
Miss Ruby Waters returned home from Vox College Saturday and was met by a large crowd of girls who showered kisses and pleas来t remarks on her popularity and appreciation.
The Northwest Missouri Press Association reported a robbery in St. Louis where a special car for editors was held up by Will E Williams. The attacker demanded passes and watches, but the unloaded weapons were found on arrival, with satisfaction noted.
An 81 year old man Ale Tuli Shuf is described as dying after a stabbing at Calhoun Moidar. James R Brown of Canton Georgia is cited as giving a sum, reportedly in the tens of dollars, to a Baptist orphans home.
A descriptive overlook of Pinehurst highlights its attractive business district, shaded streets, central artesian pump, and owner-occupied homes. Mayor Dr W M Haslam leads a well run council, with orderly elections and a thriving, flower filled, self sufficient community.
W Dodd, once state senator and county school commissioner, receives two years in jail for misusing school funds. Meri weather Vindicator editor WoL Revei dies. A Baptist church is established on the Awn B road near Ilatey. The Augusta Herald printing plant burned Monday evening. Loss about $25,900 with a new outfet ordered. The Mochea vs B and B road case settled out of court.
An advertisement touts the Dr White Electric Comb patented Jan 1 1499 claiming it cures dandruff hair loss headaches and can straighten hair in 25 days when used with the Dr White Electric Hair Bush. It notes high demand and agents growing rich selling the devices with samples offered at 25c for men and 50c for ladies half price during introduction and lists Dovatur Illinois as the company location.
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