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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1898
Page
4
A dense advertisement lists varied cheap goods with limited quantities and low prices. Items include fabrics such as 25 yds of best 4-4 sheeting for 1.00, curtain scrim, brocades, mixed dress goods, lace, and silk, plus sewing notions, underwear, hosiery, shirts, neckwear, and kitchenware all advertised at steep discounts. The list targets close buyers seeking value with many items priced at fractions of a dollar.
The item notes annual ad subscriptions and rate structures with remarks on Atkinson and Candler campaign tallies. It includes assorted quotes on religion politics and war, ending with a lighthearted regional humor about a South Georgia figure and a playful rhyme about a rooster and an old maid.
The Thomasville Times urges legislation to equalize taxes and ensure every citizen pays their share. A Blakely Observer excerpt notes that a newspaper man may fawn for years but is condemned if derelict in duty to a man or group, seen as a cheat and swindler.
The Hartwell Sun notes a coming South wide Peace Jubilee in Atlanta to celebrate a short war and future peace. It highlights a proposed union regiment of Georgia and Michigan troops and hints at a national gathering with leaders Fitzhugh Lee Joe Wheeler and President McKinley to attend.
An old advertisement claims McElree’s Wine of Cardus cures “female troubles” and irregular menses, promising beauty and youth. It asserts the drink stops misery and is sold in drug stores for $1.090 per bottle. The copy pressures women to buy, ending with a moral flourish about honesty and selfishness.
A heartfelt obituary for Julia Bell Parnell born September 28 1880 who died September 29 1898. Friends and family describe her unselfish devotion to parents and brothers, quiet piety and cheerful service, noting her desire to do good noiselessly and her readiness for heaven.
Planters Cuban Oil claims to heal cuts burns bruises rheumatism and sores. Priced at 25 cents, offered for sale by Dr C T Stovall.
Time Table No 70 dated September 4 1898 notes The Dixie Flyer with Pullman Buffet Sleepers between Nashville and Jacksonville via Macon and Tifton and Meal Sleepers between Macon and Palatka. Trains run daily. For rates and time cards contact Callon Agent at Vienna or William Checkley Shaw Vice President.
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