Primary in Webster County to hold white voters primary
The Webster County Democratic Executive Committee orders a May primary in each district for statewide offices and local county roles. Qualified white voters registered by 1902 or within ten days prior may vote, with district results consolidated at Preston courthouse. The committee recommends A. P. Pasemore to fill a vacancy.
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Preston Ga
Democratic Executive Committee
Sth. Dey
Jane
Iaid
Court House
Preston
Congressional Executive Committee
A. P. Pasemore
J.P. Brary
Z. B. Tarnon
U. A. C. Reppier
Y. H. Crank
Americus bid to host new Macon Presbytery college
Americus leads southern bids to host a Macon Presbytery college in South Georgia. Five towns are contending. Representatives urged their cases before the Cuthbert Presbytery committee during its session. Americus' proposal was favorable and chances are thought strong, with a fall Thomasville meeting to decide location.
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Americus
Macon
Thomasville
A Valuable Medicine for Coughs and Colds in Children
A letter from Chas M. Cramer of Colombo Ceylon endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a reliable cure for coughs and colds in both adults and children. He notes quick relief from chest colds, hoarseness, and praises its effectiveness in children often requiring only one bottle. He claims widespread satisfaction from those he persuaded to try it. The advertisement states it is sold by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
Chas
M. Cramer
Eeq
Collombo
Ceylon
Beneft
Two Pictures of Infelicity in a City Court
The story notes a man named Bill Smith who received a sentence of forty dollars or six months for striking his wife with a slat. In a concurrent scene, a wedding proceeded in the next room, undeterred by the prior punishment, as the groom prepared to marry despite the court action.
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Bill Smith
Lane Announces Candidacy for Legislative Honors
Col Lane enters the race for legislative honors. Hon. W T Lane, who has twice represented Sumter in the lower house, vows to seek reelection with strong support. Primary slated for May 7th.
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W.T. Lane
Hawkins Sentenced to One Year in Chains
B T Hawkins, preacher and ex-politician, was taken from jail and sent to Bainbridge camp for one year for violating local option laws. He was escorted handcuffed through the streets by the sheriff, crestfallen at the missed chance to stay free for 125 dollars.
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B. T. Hawkins
Bat
B.T
Hawkins
Bainbridge Camp
Army Recruiting Drive Opens in Americus Area
A recruitment station will open on the 17th in Americus under Lt. John F. Flynn of Macon to enlist men for infantry cavalry and artillery at $16 per month with rations. Stations will also be set up in Albany Thomasville Columbus and other southern Georgia points as the army seeks additional volunteers. Americus has supplied about 250 men since the recent clash with Spain began and more may join.
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Americaus
Uncle Sam
Lerd
John F. Flynn
Macon
Americus
Albany
Thomasville
Columbus
South Georgia
Spain
Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Promoted Cure
Warns against mercury ointments for catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. Claims internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Advises buyers to get genuine product and notes price 75 cents per bottle.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Druggzists
No Fire to Fight Sparks Alarm Mistake Causes Street Frenzy
An accidental misalignment of the electric signal yesterday morning triggered a false fire alarm. Fourteen woodworkers fled the warehouse, disturbing two checker games, while a voter dodged four candidates and fled. Three fishing parties hurried back to town and consumed bait to avoid spoilage. The notice urges care with alarms and promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as easier on the stomach than pills.
THIS MARRIAGE IN SMITHVILLE ANNOUNCED FOR SMITHVILLE COUPLE
This notice announces the marriage of Mrs. Anna Pressly and Col. W. W. Thompson to be held at the Presbyterian church in Smithville this month. Both are well known in America, with Col. Thompson a former resident of the city.
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Caras
Anna Pressly
Col
W. W. Thompson
Smithville
Reelection bid for E H Cheek as coroner announced
The notices column lists E H Cheek as a candidate again for coroner. He is described as a capable official who has fulfilled duties during the current term as it ends. The item reflects a local election notice contained among day’s announcements.
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E. H. Cheek
Americus Cotton Receipts Signal Season Near End
Americus reports cotton receipts totaling about 70 000 bales with warehouses close to empty. Press shipments from other points add roughly 40 000 bales, leaving under 1 200 bales on hand locally and 500 to 600 in warehouses. Prices remain firm with contract market closing steady for April May and July months.
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Americus
Anguet
Brother of Hawkins Seeks Favor To Leave Chain Gang
A Hawkins brother visited to plead for the confinement escape of B T Hawkins, recently sent to the chain gang. He sought sixty more days to raise a fine, appealing to County Solicitor Ansley. The extension was denied, and Hawkins remained in the gang as he promised to reveal names of fifty local whiskey sellers.
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B.T. Hawkins
B.T
Hawkins
Ansley
B. T
Great Parade of Military to Albany on Governor's Day
The Americus Light Infantry will escort the largest company ever to Albany for Governor's Day on Tuesday morning the 22nd, joining the Central's military special and Columbus Guards. Citizens of Americus will also travel, returning in the evening as Chautauqua week closes with a sixteen‑company parade and Artesian City in holiday attire.
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Americus Light Infantry
Albany
Central
Columbus Guards
Americas
Artesian City
Return to Utah Wednesday
Mrs May T Hall and Mrs J J Ansley of Salt Lake City and Mrs BR L Wiggins are guests of Mrs D T Wilson while visiting relatives in Americus, their former home. Hall and Ansley will attend Shiver Merritt wedding next Wednesday, then proceed to their western home.
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May T. Hall
J. J. Ansley
Salt Lake City
BR. L. Wiggins
D. T. Wilson
Americus
Hall
Mrs. Ansley
Shiver-Merritt
Murray Seeks Office of Tax Receiver in May Primary
J W Murray runs for tax receiver and expects strong county support at the May 1 primary. His announcement appears this morning and his friends are actively campaigning in his behalf.
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J. W. Murray
Murray
Pilcher Campaign for Sumter Tax Receiver Post
Mr J R Pilcher announces his candidacy for Sumter tax receiver. He is an active canvasser and supporter assurances pour in. A farmer by trade, he is described as a sterling and successful leader capable of discharging the duties if elected.
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Sumter
J. R. Pilcher
Pilcher
Fulton County Election Winners Named for General Assembly
Atlanta April 11 Fulton County elected John M Slaton R B Blackburn and C C Houston to represent the county in the next general assembly by the primary held yesterday J R Stamps will serve as coroner after a 99 vote margin over W W Thompson Colonel John B Goodwin and H L Culberson were nominated for county commissioners Clifford L Anderson ran unopposed and headed the commissioners ticket Arnold Broyles led the clerk ticket with 5005 votes Clark Howell State Senator followed with 4997 courthouse officers posted strong totals across the board
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Blaton
Blackburn
Houston
Atlanta
John M. Slaton
R. B. Blackburn
C. C. Houston
Fulton County
J. R. Stamps
W. W. Thompson
John B. Goodwin
H. L. Culberson
Clifford L. Anderson
Arnold Broyles
Superior Court
Clark Howell
Augusta Strike Signals New Leadership From Hibbart
Director Hibbart of Fall River arrives in Augusta to take charge of all strike business and will stay until settlement. King mill strikers face eviction in two weeks, while locked-out workers may retain houses under state law. Strikers cheer a 5 percent assessment by the national organization for Augusta strike support.
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Hibbart
Fall River
Augusta
King Mill
Special Bargains Saturday and Monday at Low Prices
Advertises limited quantity sales for Saturday and Monday including Sea Island goods, lawn, chambray, lace hose, curtains, undergarments, shoes, slippers, hats, and boys clothing. Emphasizes yardage discounts, half price rug sale, and boxed items with reduced prices to attract shoppers. Includes 1,200 yards Sea Island and 500 yards Mercerized Chambray among other fabric deals.
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Sea Island
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Gsouth
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Neal Loan and Banking Company
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Isle of Wight
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