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Newspaper
Vienna Progress
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1893
Page
3
The Vienna Progress notes a busy week with court activity in Superior and Ordinary's courts, a strong cotton and meat market, and a flurry of local business. Weather and crops face rains, while social events, visits, and new businesses fill community life.
Last week showed improved conditions for cotton with prices at 6 to 7 cents per pound for good samples. The market opened strong and buyers were eager, with Vienna paying cash rather than time certificates, making Vienna the preferred place to sell cotton.
Death of Thos S Lewis at his Hawkinsville home after months of illness. He was a partner in Watson and Lewis, prominent merchant, son of Jasper F Lewis of Dooly county, survived by wife Georgia Pate and several children. Funeral scheduled for Thursday morning.
An August 20 obituary from Cordele announces the death of Mrs Erwin, wife of a local resident, following a long illness. She leaves a bereaved husband and a four year old son. The family’s remembrances note her kindness and devotion. The funeral is set for Scriven County, with interment in vania.
The Missionary Inquirer, a society of young Baptist women, invites the public to an evening event at the Baptist church Friday. Readings, songs, and recitations cover missionary lands, with letters from China Japan Africa Italy Brazil and Mexico, plus home front incidents and a talk by Dr Whiple.
Mr. D. T. Forehand Jr. lost a valuable horse Sunday when the animal, grazing in a corn patch, bolted as he approached. The horse struck a stump while fleeing breaking its backbone and died within an hour. Dock, a hardworking young man, laments the heavy loss.
The stock recently purchased from L. H. Taylor will be closed out in the next few days at any price. Cash only to take these goods at practically your own figures. Now is the opportunity to get good goods cheap as they must be closed out at once this week.
J A Scarboro announces special services at Friendship Church Pulaski county September 22 23 and 24. He will discuss impeccability doctr ine of carnal perfection missions communion election and related topics. Dinner on the grounds and daily morning and evening services. Location 15 miles southwest of Hawkinsville 10 miles north of Pitts and 9 10 miles northeast of Vienna.
B. P. Howell & Co offers remaining stock of ladies and children's Oxfords at manufacturers cost. Choose from a range of styles and sizes while supplies last. Shopping notes note limited quantity and wholesale pricing appeal.
The Dawson News reports that M. C. Mims produced syrup from LeConte pears, noting excellent flavor and high saccharine content. With pears abundant and often wasted, successful syrup production could financially benefit the region and utilize the crop.
C T Stovall physician and surgeon based in Vienna Georgia offers modern treatment plans with guaranteed low rates. Provides 24 hour call service and specializes in obstetrics and children's diseases. Office located at Stovall and Forbes Drug Store.
Miss Mary B. McClung issued an order on O P Swearingen County School Commissioner for balance due on public school fund 1893 payable to bearer. The order was lost on the day given and all parties are warned against trading for it.
After August 1st Pracocs and Jackson, Vienna Ga, will gin cotton at the Jackson stand near depot and provide samples. W C Willis and Co announce closing out their Summer Goods sale this month at cost or below, urging customers to seize bargains.
Sickness fills the area with several families named including Mr. Eubanks losing a year old child and Mrs. William Ross Mrs. D. W. Wilder and Mr. A. T. Hall all reported ill Dr. W. H. Whipple attends. Lumber firms push on while Parrott Lumber Co shuts a mill due to few orders. R. A. Smith grows long staple cotton and notes its unusually long 8 foot length. The hawk menaces poultry as the author signs off about tending chickens.
Pinehurst reports a revival of growth while notes say last week’s heavy rains harmed cotton across the area. Social items mention Miss Kate Pearson visiting Montezuma, Miss Ada Fullington hosting in Pinehurst, and rumors of an upcoming marriage. Several locals including Miss Eula Lee Ryder and Miss Mattie Dauster are cited with visits and social gatherings. The piece notes a protracted meeting ended last Thursday and a young man nicknamed grandpa among local youths. Will’s departure for Milledgeville is mentioned with uncertain timing.
All parties owing us are notified to settle their accounts and notes with the least possible delay. Do not postpone your drug account to the last moment.
Stovall & Forbes Wholesale and Retail Drugists announce the opening of their fourth Monday in August, August 28, 1893, with a full corps of teachers. Unadilla is healthy and moral. board ranges from $6.00 to $8.00 per month. Young men and women are urged to seek education here, with special inducements for limited means. The musical department will be led by Mrs. J. D. Fraser. For details, call or write.
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