13 Oct 1898
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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1898
Page
1
A long critique argues that judging women by beauty is childish and dangerous. It asserts women surpass men in gentleness, loyalty, and cultural influence, and urges a shift from superficial flattery to recognizing higher virtues. The piece praises women as central to homes, culture, and national progress, urging them to discard trivial “silly wives” notions.
All parties that have not paid their ad valorum taxes are notified they must pay by Saturday to avoid extra charges. Fair warning from R Kerra Olk and Treas.
The Vienna Circuit letter from pastor F L Stokes thanks congregants for kindness during two months of illness ending with improvement. He plans to travel to his mother’s, hopes to attend the Drayton conference, and asks members to meet their duties and support his expenses. He also commends local physicians Dr Stovall and Dr Howell and thanks Vienna’s people, especially women, for care and courtesies in October 98.
A proverb-like line notes that many young men pursue jobs with wealthy men who have an only daughter, implying a social expectation of securing status and advantage through such arrangements.
Notice to Teachers states funds for the Third Quarterly payment are ready and to see K. K. Greene for checks. An advertisement lists letters for Bigins, David Byers, Anna Belle Barber, Miss Anna Daniels, R. A. Davison, James Duffie, Mat Herring, GC. S. Howell, Mrs. T. J. Lowe, D. G. Neeley, Miss Laura Owens, Rev. B. J. Patton, Miss Emma Scott, Lewis Smith, Mary J. R. 8, Mippreton P. M.
A terse conversation reveals a groom admitting he spoke with his father about their marriage and that the exchange would have been audible to everyone on the street, underscoring a public tension over the union.
A Cordele official replies to a Sentinel note, saying he will follow Georgia law on inquests where no witness exists before burying a dead body. He clarifies not knowing county examiner Bussey or Prince’s claims, and asserts duty to investigate such cases in Dooly county and beyond.
Death angel came for Hugh Murray on September 20 after six years at home with Mr. and Mrs. J. Murray. He was gentle, loved by all, sick eight days, and his brief life left a lasting, gentle influence. The family asks for comfort as they grieve, trusting God’s wisdom and mourning the loss of their four little angels awaiting them.
Vienna, Ga. reports a needed community asset or service. Details are sparse but indicate local interest in improvements for Vienna residents.
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