Lawson Talks on Third Party Threat and Tariff Reform
Congressman Thomas G. Lawson of the eighth district signals a vigorous but persuasive campaign against Georgia's third party. He cites tariff reform as the coming Congress's central issue and praises Judge Crisp as potential Speaker. A Democratic rally with speakers from Americus is planned in Atlanta.
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Correct Columbus Day Date Change Spurs Calendar Reform
The National Public School Celebration urges October 21 for Columbus Day to reflect the Gregorian shift from October 12. The piece explains calendar reform from 1582 and contrasts Julian and Gregorian systems, noting Britain adopted the Gregorian calendar in 1751. It argues the observance should honor a true centennial point and uses precedents like Forefathers Day and Washington’s birthday.
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Parrott Deputy Marshal Huff fatally shot at police arrest
In Parrott, Terrell County, deputy marshal Lee Huff was killed when Julius Spikes, an arrestee, produced a pistol and fatally shot him after a tavern disturbance. A posse searches nearby woods for Spikes as the community reels from the tragedy.
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Breach Healed in Atlanta Ninth District Candidacy
In Atlanta yesterday third party leaders Watson Post and Ellington met with Pickett and Winn to seal a compromise ending the rift in the ninth district. Both Pickett and Winn agreed to submit to a board of arbitration with terms unspecified. Democratic headquarters expect Winn to withdraw, citing concerns Pickett would break the agreement and run anyway if he opposed him.
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Negroes Shot During Attempted Freight Ride
A group of African American men attempted a through freight ride to Lumpkin. A gunfight ensued after a confrontation with a conductor and brakeman. One man was shot in the forehead and is not expected to survive. the other was wounded in the head. The events occurred near Americus with medical aid sought in Lumpkin.
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One Hundred Democrats Set for Crisp Atlanta Excursion
One hundred Sumter county Democrats depart today from Americus via the Central railroad in two special cars to greet Congressman Crisp in Atlanta. The round trip costs $3, with decorated cars and a welcome program at the opera house upon arrival Thursday. A brass band, speeches, and a festive reception mark the trip.
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Oil Stoves and Domestic Hardware Sale Notice
Advertisement lists reduced prices on oil stoves single wick double stove and four wick units with prices from $1.00 to $3.00. Also offers galv iron tea kettles glass lemon juicers Japan water coolers porcelain lined sauce pans and other household items with assorted prices. Invitation reads everybody invited to join the sale event.
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