05 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1896
Page
1
A columnist questions social Darwinism, arguing law and civilization counter brutal competition. He cites public schools hospitals libraries and government as evidence that society protects the weak, promoting shared benefits and urging readers to think about mutual responsibility.
The sentiment favors Charles R Crisp succeeding his father in Congress for the unexpired term Gov William Y Atkinson to the U S Senate and General Clement A Evans to the governorship.
Has Declined Capt W D Davis of Perry Houston county has declined to run for the unexpired term of the late Charles F Crisp. The field now centers on Charles R Crisp as the remaining hopeful. The notice ends with an advertisement for DeWitt's Little Early Risers by Stovall & Forbes.
A rally at the court house endorsed Charles R. Crisp for the unexpired term of his late father, Hon. Charles I. Crisp. Judge Woods chaired, Jno Howell secretary, and A V Whipple spoke, presenting resolutions noting the vacancy in Congress from the 8th district. The meeting also backed Gov. Atkinson for U.S. Senator and Gen. Clement A. Evans to fill the governor’s vacancy if Atkinson is elected.
The Atlanta Journal lauds Tuesday’s vote as peaceful amid fears of violence. It commends the public for rejecting coercion, noting Americans voted freely and calmly, choosing their representatives through ballots and accepting the outcome with good temper and dignity.
Notice of a bill introduced in the present Georgia General Assembly session to amend the charter of Arabi Ga by granting tramroad privileges through the town streets and changing the term lengths of the mayor and aldermen for other purposes.
The county cast a light ballot with 1458 total votes. Bryan led local results in several precincts, while McKinley and Levering drew support in others. Lewis and Montgomery ran for congress with mixed totals. The Vienna precinct produced the largest Democratic vote. full State and National returns appear elsewhere in the Progress.
The Progress postpones this week's issue by one day to secure full returns from the national election. Readers are urged to rely on the Progress for complete and current news as events unfold.
A Friday night band benefit at the Busbee Hotel drew a large crowd. Costumes were rich and lively, barrels of fun filled the event, and the band boys earned a neat sum from their refreshments. Miss Maud Busbee and Mr. A L Powell won the tackey prize, while Miss Fannie Thomas won the handsome lamp.
The Board of Education of Dooly County will meet at the Court House in Vienna on Saturday November 28 1896 to arrange for the 1897 schools. A list of permanently located schools is provided and those desiring relocations or building aid must present claims with district trustee recommendations and land lot numbers.
The text argues that the remedy will make undernourished children plump and grow, and be a source of prosperity. It states it should be given to all children who are too thin or too pale, and notes it does not cause over-fatness.
Andrew J Blant died at his home Thursday morning after a six week illness marked by dropsy and erysipelas. He was a longtime Baptist church member, a kind husband and father with a large circle of friends. He leaves a widowed wife and three daughters who mourn deeply. He was laid to rest in the cemetery with many sympathizing mourners in attendance.
Attendees on November 10th will scan certificates from ticket agents and may claim reimbursement at 1 cent per mile. One day will be devoted to Mana work. A rally is planned with exhortations from J J HYMAN and others called brethran and sisters.
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