Georgia Political Notices and Southern Unity Comments
A 1856 Georgia paper item headlines a State Democratic Executive Committee meeting on May 10 in Atlanta. It notes political tensions, local editorials on Jeff Davis and Gen Gordon, and urges truthful, brotherly treatment of Southern citizens while criticizing northern misrepresentation.
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Minofe
Jeff Davis
Welmsy
Southern Pre
Montgomery
Gordon
Fapera
Bishosom
Railroad litigation in Atlanta dissolves injunction
In the United States Court Judge McCay dissolved Judge Fains temporary injunction against the Marietta and North Georgia railroad upon rental of the road and stock issues. Judge Howell Jackson issued an amended decree in the Central Trust Company versus East Tennessee Virginia and Georgia railroad foreclosure case. Judge Parde confirmed the amended decree making it the court decree with special reference to the Cincinnati and Georgia division. The order was filed today and the May 12 motion to alter the foreclosure and sale decree will be heard.
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Atlanta, Ga
United States Court
McCay
Fain
Cobb Superior Court
Marietca and
North Georgia Railroad
J. M. McAfee
Howell Jackson
Sixth Judicial Circuit
Central Trust Company
New York
East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad
Parde
Cincinnati and Georgia Division
Knights of Labor Petition From California Union
Representative Marson has received a petition from the Knights of Labor of California. It is over 2000 feet long and lists more than 50,000 persons. Every state and county is mentioned with names attached. The petition seeks action on labor matters and potential changes in treaties and state efforts.
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Wasmivotox
Marson
Knights of Labor of California
Knight OF Labor of California
Northern rancor over Jeff Davis tribute sparks Albany clash
A partisan Albany indignation meeting, with brass bands and threats to hang Jeff Davis, is criticized as cowardly by Northern loyalists. The piece condemns Republican critics while urging support for home merchants and local mechanics. It cites Philadelphia Times and New York Herald calling for unity amid postwar tensions.
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North
Albany
N.Y
Davis
Jef Davis
New York
America
Jeff Davis
Philadelphia Times
Albany “Warriors
Grant
Herald
Local notes hint at political shifts and town affairs
Neighborhood Notes discusses J D Payor named Notary Public in Wilcox, predicts Judge Simmons may withdraw from governor race for Gen Gordon, and notes Robin N Bowen buying News stake. It laments editing, praises Hawinsville ladies for flowers aiding Jeff Davis tribute, mentions a Lowndes man charged with hog stealing and remarks on regional views.
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Prdtis
Huveineville
Inor
J. D. Payor
Wilcox County
Simmons
Gen
Gordon
Robin N. Bowen
Hawinsville
Jeff Davis
Atlanta
Valdosta Notes on Oats and Politic Turmoil
The Valdosta Times notes local topics from a smitten youth bound for Mississippi to oats planted February 20 and heading by April 20. It mentions a Georgia press convention, revival at the church, and looming political battle over General Gordon’s possible governorship, with street rumors about the Bargain and Sale issue and a violence case in Forrest.
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Valdosta
Mississippi
Joe Jelks
Gcorgia Press
Forrest
Burton
Joby B. Gordon
Pponia
Gen- L Gordov
Prohibition Debates Stir Active Colored Voter Support
A Georgia town reports growing informed colored voters oppose whisky citing adulterated liquor and social harm. Local papers like the Cuthbert Liberal praise past reforms while urging voter participation and noting shifting political tensions. In Charleston, Oliver Resper killed Luther Barrett in a family dispute resulting in a fatal shooting.
Unclear excerpt from Frofe Camilla Clarion text
Fragmentary OCR-like note mentions genuine Wraith cook and American cook avoiding throwing terms. Includes garbled phrases about two thirds of who lose a bouquet and cousins, offering little coherent context or identifiable facts.
Revival at Methodist church sparks strong faith rally
Presiding Elder Rev Lloyd and Pastor open a revival in the old Methodist pulpit with Uncle W. 11. Thom as and Revs. Marshal and Phillips as reserves. The sermon proves powerful and clear, promising continued soul-searching appeals to follow Christ as long as support remains. A noted revivalist will assist weekly. Sunday School Jubilee at Homeville draws many from Valdosta,DuPont, Homer ville, Wager area. festive programs praised with broad community turnout and generous pension receipts.
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Christ
Judilee
Homerville
Valdosta DuPont
Mesdames Mattox
Norman
Stallings
Manson
Captain Culeman’s Fortunate Discovery at Sea
Capt Culeman of Weymouth, aboard a schooner between Atlantic City and New York, suffered a persistent cough. After using Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption, he reports instant relief and eased chest symptoms. His children experienced similar benefit from a single dose. Free trial bottles available at Folks and Morgan’s.
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Culeman
Scr
Weymouth
Atlantic City
N.Y
Dr. King
Folks & Morgan's
Artesian well fair in Waycross May 18 19 promises popular event
The artesian well fair in Waycross on May 18 and 19 grows promising with Capt E H Crawley coordinating a sale of items to raise funds. Articles include china sets glassware and a gold watch plus a silver coin watch and surgical instruments for a physician prize. Donations requested to Capt Crawley's store by 12 o'clock noon Tuesday.
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Waycross
E. H. Crawley
Theselies
Crawley
Man’s Hall
Electric Bitters praised by Columbus dealer and Kentucky man
Cameron Furniture Dealer of Columbus Georgia testifies that after three years of stomach and kidney disorders he was cured by Electric Bitters after using five bottles. Major A B Reed of West Liberty Kentucky also reports improvement from a lingering kidney condition. Sold at fifty cents a bottle by Folks Mor jean.
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Ihram Cameron
Columbus
A. B. Reed
West Liberty
Folks & Morjean
Teacher with strong communication skills sought in Waycross
A capable and well regarded school teacher with good character may secure a paid position. Interested parties should address box F to Heasticnt Waycross Georgia.
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Waycross
Dwelling House for Rent in New Wayeroas
A good dwelling house in New Wayeroas is available for rent. Apply to W. R. Mallon for details and terms.
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New Wayeroas
W. R. Mallon
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