The Times-Recorder Editorial Policy Statement
A brief note listing republication rights and the paper's editorial details. It states exclusive rights to Associated Press dispatches and local news, with national ad reps Frost Landis and Korn and locations in New York Chicago and Atlanta, and identifies the editor and publisher.
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Frost Landis & Korn
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New York
Peoples Gas
Chicago
Walton Building
Atlanta
White Way debate in Americus pits Kiwanis Rotary against Taxpayers League
An unsigned era of letters and editorials from Americus columns argue over the white way project. The Taxpayers League counters Kiwanis and Rotary claims, accusing them of hidden costs and class prejudice. The piece defends civic clubs and urges unity over factionalism.
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Americus
A Thought on Anger and Freedom in Marcus Aurelius Rule
A line from reverbs 16 32 compares wrath and power, noting that a calm mind closer to freedom from passion also nears greater strength. It echoes Marcus Aurelius via a parallel to J akin’s ideals and to Antoninus, linking temperance with fortitude.
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J Akin
Antoninus
Taxpayers' League urges tax focus and local growth
A July 9 1925 Americus Times Recorder page carries a letter from W T McMath chairman urging residents to resist pro propaganda and seek real progress through substantial development while reducing taxes. The piece criticizes a Kiwanis backed measure and promotes a straw ballot at W T McMath's store to reflect citizen views. It ends by noting that taxpayers should express their stance before any tax burdens are added.
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Times-Recorder
Industry Is Key to Success by Fred W. Sargent
Fred W. Sargent new president of Chicago and Northwestern Railway emphasizes industry as the sole path to advancement. He urges young workers to focus on hard work over talk or social polish, noting that most leaders rise through consistent effort. The piece contrasts industry with superficial, front-based progression.
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Fred W. Sargent
Chicago & Northwestern Railway
AMERICUS NOTES OF 1915 EVENTS AND TEN YEARS PAST
A collage of 1915 era social happenings and reminders recounts Miss Margaret and Isabel entertaining guests at a picnic, prize winners from a Monday automobile event, and visitors including Miss Miriam Rogers of Macon. It also notes Eldridges traveling to Savannah and Tybee, plus a 1905 barbecue at Captain Clay’s plantation and early 20th century Sumter County civic discussions on coinage and telephone expansion.
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Cecil Hicks
Monte
Ruth Celow
Harriett
Susie Mae Salathia Brooks
Daniels
Annotag
Fannie Furia
Walter Furlow
Niles
Camilla
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Pete Ahea
Hardy
of Commerce
Pauline Broanavist
Frgenia Collins
Miriam Rogers
Macon
G. Morgan Eldridge
Doctor Eldridge
Savannah
Severa
Tybee Beach
Nonpartisan path for Illinois judge nominations urged
The piece argues Illinois should avoid party primaries or conventions for judge selection and favors nonpartisan nomination and election. It condemns convention appointments as secret and self serving, and critiques relying on visible adversaries in jury decisions to decide cases rather than abstract issues.
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Ilinois
Chicago
Evolution the Very Genius of the Bible
A brief polemic arguing that readers must view the Bible progressively to reconcile its varied depictions of God. The author contends that the Bible’s multiple concepts and voices reflect development rather than contradiction, challenging literal unity among divine figures.
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Job
Jesus
Heaven
Blution
Ed Stallings hosts congenial Myrtle Springs gathering
A 1895 Times Recorder item notes a 2% party in Myrtle Springs in honor of Mrs. John I Hudson attended by Mrs. Stallings and many friends. It mentions Lucie Warren and Thad Bowie marriage in local colored society, plus T. G Hudson’s recent appointment as agriculture commissioner and his expected move to Atlanta. Watermelons a dime, cantaloupes two for a nickel as summer comforts abound.
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Recorder
Stallings
Myrtle Springs
S John I. Hudson
Atata
Americus
Taxpayers' League letter challenges Kiwanis led white way plan
Americus readers are urged to question public power and accountability as residents deposit concern over a proposed white way street lighting bill. The letter to E A Hines and G W Tiley cites cost, transparency, and risk of corruption, urging lawmakers to heed the people rather than a civic club. Anxieties over floating debt, annual interest, and past legal actions are raised as additional points.
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Americus
Palladium
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Sumter
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California Fig Syrup Advertisement Tip for Mothers
A maternal health advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a remedy for infant constipation wind colic feverish breath and diarrhea. It promises prompt relief without cramps and notes the product’s pleasant taste. Instructions claim full dosage guidelines appear on the bottle and urge mothers to say California when requesting it.
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