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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1908
Page
4
Promoters plan another educational train in 1909 though no election occurs that year. Gov. Smith addresses traveling drummers at the Atlanta state convention denying involvement but pointing to a higher entity. Aldrich currency bill passes Senate 42 to 16 with bonds as emergency currency basis and reserve requirements amended.
A critical review accuses Governor Hoke Smith of shifting on key issues. It cites his local option stance at nomination, his later praise for prohibition, and his alleged backtracking on immigration and business policy. The piece argues Smith dodged responsibility for Georgia’s economic troubles while adopting new positions.
The discussion questions two cent fare adequacy for passenger transport, sympathy to Alabama over corporations lacking federal court redress, and other moves seen as draining state funds. The tone suggests denials are misplaced in issues like prohibition and immigration, urging Georgia to pursue reform.
Taking City census shows Fourth ward counted at 2250 by contractor W P Persons while Third ward is being tallied. Officials expect a bona fide population near 12000, over 50 percent above last federal figures, with further gains anticipated as new industries arise and streetcar extensions widen the residential area. Citizens see steady growth and rising confidence in Americas future.
Congressmen Lewis says pending appropriation will include a liberal sum for the new Federal building at Americus. A handsome structure will rise on the lot already purchased once the block grant is determined. Government architects will draft plans and bids will be invited, with work expected in two to three months.
The city plans a new power house street railway and paving projects. A $50,000 building will add a metropolitan air. Congressman Lewis is touted as the sole representative for Americus as the town gears up for a bustling season.
Reports say a failed settlement between the Society of Equity and American Tobacco left most tobacco districts exposed to violence. Night riders attacked three Owentown, Kentucky warehouses while shootings occurred over alleged provocation. President Roosevelt may act. Kentucky militia already deployed in Clarksville, Tennessee, as authorities seek to curb the outrages.
The cannery will fill a long sought want as Americus has risen to prominence in peach production over the last two years. The Board of Trade gains credit for securing factory interest, marking a notable boost for the local economy.
Indications are the second term idea will weigh little this campaign yet many Georgia papers urge abandoning the rule that a governor elected twice may serve two more years. Gov Smith’s actions show precedent shifts with political advantage, and Joe Brown’s expected support could spark a lively state race.
Judge Jones declared Alabama rate acts unconstitutional aligning with last week’s Supreme Court ruling that railroads cannot appeal state court decisions to federal courts. He ordered investigation into railroad claims that proposed rate reductions and freight charges were confiscatory while Governor Comer suffered a setback.
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