Democratic convention selects Davis Bryan ticket with Upshaw lone vote
The Democratic national convention settled on John W. Davis of West Virginia for president and Gov. Charles W. Bryan of Nebraska for vice president. James D. Upshaw of Georgia received a single vote for vice president from a Wisconsin delegate. Governor Bryan secured second place after internal support for a western, reform minded ticket. McAdoo sails for Europe and Bryan pledges support for the ticket.
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Judge Crisp Praises Democratic Nominee Davis as Able Leader
Judge Charles R. Crisp, while at his Americus home, lauds John W. Davis as a highly capable and principled Democrat for President. He cites Davis’s congressional service, familiarity with legislative process, and four years as Solicitor General, calling him the strongest man before the convention. Continued on Page Six.
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Congress
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Senate passes tax equalization repeal bill by 26 to 4
NEA July 10 report shows the senate voting 26 to 4 to repeal the tax equalization act. Senator Stovall of the 29th District moved to table. he and Senator Davis of the 42nd District argued over the timing of passage and the impact on session progress while urging action on the substitute bill.
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Woman Worked Seven Years as Man in Iowa Case
Ruth Bundy, 33, spent seven years disguising as a man named Walter Bundy. She was jailed in Marshall County after Rhode County arrest for threatening to commit a public offense. Married to Elizabeth West in Rhode, Bundy claimed they lived as a couple, though the deception was reportedly known only to Bundy’s family.
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Walter” Bundy
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Jones Defends Constitutional Convention Bill in House
Representative Jones of Meriwether spoke on the house floor railing against alleged attacks by members in lobby groups and a Floyd county representative Langley in a newspaper interview. He said the Langley interview claimed his bill was a stall to delay amendments and governor and state officer measures.
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Charles Evans Hughes Elected President of American Bar Association
Philadelphia July 10 Charles Evans Hughes secretary of state today was elected president of the American Bar Association at its annual meeting.
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Funeral Train Brings Coolidge Kin’s Body Home
Funeral train arrived at Northampton from Washington this morning at 7 o clock. The body of Calvin Coolidge, son of the president, was to lie in state at Edwin A church. Dr Evan T. Mage died at 421 South Lee Street after an illness. The report notes plans for Prospect Park modernization and council discussions on park arrangements.
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Mathis
Committee named to attend Albany meeting in July
J. E. Poole James Lott Cool Clark and W. W. Dykes were named to represent Americus at Albany on July 15 to discuss attracting attention to the Western Dixie Highway and the Florida Short Line Highway. A plan to divert tourist travel through Americus and Albany was outlined and a scout car will visit northern and eastern routes to promote the highway.
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Cool Clark
W. W. Dykes
Americus
Albany
Cotton condition in Georgia shows excellent growth with weed issues
Hington July 10 reports weather for the week ended yesterday. Department of Agriculture notes cotton growth excellent but hindered by heavy rains and wash, leading to variable condition from fair to excellent. Bolls forming in the south, corn also showing good growth.
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Davis Breaks Precedents at Democratic Nomination
Nominated on the one hundred and third ballot Jonathan W Davis West Virginia begins his service as party leader by addressing delegates and urging militant support for the national ticket. He thanks the convention and emphasizes a national creed as banners glow in the hall. He then meets with convention managers to discuss a Vice Presidential nominee.
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New York
Jonathan W Davis
West Virginia
Tak Collector Ii Taylor Is Sul J J McCants Suicide
J J McCants, identified as a relative of Tak Collector II Taylor, was found dead in his home near Americus by relatives. Police say the death appears self-inflicted with no foul play suspected at this early stage. The investigation continues as authorities await a autopsy report and further statements from family members.
National Committee Delayed by Action After Candidate Notification
A fragmented report notes a delay in the National Committee of Organization due to action after party candidates are formally notified of honor. The piece mentions Davis Wil and J. McCants amid references to deaths, marriages, and local figures in Taylor County.
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Atlanta Viaduct Bill Set for Special Order
The state senate moved the Atlanta viaduct bill to special order seeking city amendments to permit construction of street railroad ducts along railroad tracks on city streets. The measure, linked to repeals and adjacent infrastructure, was noted as continued on page five.
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