19 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1899
Page
1
Albany Herald urges better syrup making in Georgia to boost a home market and profitable small, airtight packaging. It compares Georgia syrup to maple, notes current poor quality, and highlights fourfold earnings from uniform, attractively packaged product. It also promotes Cordele shopping at J T Westbrook's store.
Sunday afternoon agenda outlines a B P U program for October 22 1899 with leader John P Lilly a scripture reading Epistle James chapter 1 a prayer on What is Religion a paper by Miss Mary Woodward and talks by JL Peavey and Miss Lida Rushin plus a lecture on the Christian Culture Course by Rev H P Jackson. A song and dismission complete the 3 30 P M gathering inviting all to attend.
A narrative poem describes Charlie growing from a boy to a man who rejects a small town shack school and longs for a larger, brighter home and a life dedicated to teaching. He laments the neglect of his dream, rejects the mockery of critics, and envisions a future where faith, art, and education nurture children.
Mr Homer B Whitsett died at his home after a long illness. He leaves a wife two children his mother two sisters two brothers and many relatives to mourn. He had represented a Cordele wholesale house on the road and was highly regarded by business friends and editors alike. Interment will be in the family burial ground six miles from town with Rev BE Culpepper performing the rites.
A Shelby, North Carolina note proclaims Mrs. Luther Lutz recovered from seven years of illness after using Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption. The testimonial claims three months of persistent coughing ended, sleep restored, and two bottles cured. Trial bottles free at Dr C Stovall s drug store, regular sizes 50 cents and 1.00, every bottle guaranteed.
In Cordele yesterday morning at the Planing mill of J. Hill and Bro a night watchman named Cochran shot and killed the superintendent Dukes. Details of the incident could not be learned. The notice also advertises fish oysters fresh meat fruit and groceries at J A Smith.
On October 6 near Cordele a hunting party led by Mr Isreal Johnson encountered two deer. Johnson fired his double barrel buckshot at the game and both deer were killed. The account notes this as exceptional marksmanship in the area.
Cordele Georgia figure J T Westbrook seeks readying at local Clothier for a show ready outfit. Aimed at a sharp display, they request capapie fittings and attire to assure a polished public appearance.
A short advertisement from Cordele announces J T Westbrook, a long standing Clothing Shoe Hat and Gent’s Furnishing store. The copy extols his reliability and promises customers the best goods with a farmer dialogue about chores and a lure to buy for supper.
Reports from Pere and nearby towns recount weddings, visitors, travels, and social happenings. Fanny Berry married Bernie Spears at her parents' home. many residents such as RL Dickson Jennie, T M Lewis Ella, and others noted visits to Fuqua Dooling Montezuma Drayton and Cordele. A burglary at the commissary and depot yielded few valuables while a Rochelle theft attempt led to a fatal escape.
A letter describes Will Calhoun, a white mechanic near Vienna, down with typhoid fever for seven weeks, his wife and five children reliant on him. The home is desolate with no provisions or warmth, prompting a call to public charity as cotton fades and wool becomes fashionable. See Westbrook's suits at Cordele.
Dr DB Curgi of Washita reports Mrs. Brewer recovered from long standing scrofula with Electric Bitters. Claims the tonic purifies blood and treats eczema and other skin ailments. Sold by Dr C T Stovell for 50 cents with guarantee.
Local shop promotes its latest line of overcoats from J P Heard and Sona. Campaign highlights quality fabrics, tailored fits, and seasonal availability. shoppers urged to visit showroom to exam and compare styles and prices.
In memory of Perry Swearingen born to a widowed mother, who passed on September 19 1899 at dawn. The brief life brought joy to the home and many grieved the loss. The note pleads for patience and faith, then hints at a carnival coming with a sales pitch from J J Westbrook Cordele Ga.
Property listing for sixty two and a half acres known as the Wesley Ivey place in Unadilla district. Prospective buyers should patrol or write Col. Jue deter, Unadilla, Ga, or Mrs. E E Williams, Benn, Ga. Cash terms.
At the bride’s father P W Jones home in Macon Ga Bennie Jones married George N McArthur of Moultrie The groom is noted for business qualifications and is a brother to Mrs J M White They will pass through Macon en route to their new home and the Progress offers best wishes for their married life.
The advertisement promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills as a remedy for poor digestion and liver issues, promising splendid appetite and regular bodily habit. It claims energy and health with a price of 25 cents at Dr Stovalls drug store.
Mr C I Bennett, blacksmith and repair shop operator, completed boiler repairs for John Collier. A good job done with guaranteed work on short notice. Call for any further repairs or maintenance needs.
The Verdict, a 20 page New Democratic Weekly published in New York, presents strong Democratic editorial lines by Alfred Henry Lewie. It champions income tax, graded inheritance tax, direct Senate election, anti trusts, and public franchise reform with color cartoons and feature articles.
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