Near Beer and Politics in Georgia Legislature
A critical column analyzing the near beer bill tied to Prohibition politics in Georgia. It accuses Smith era allies Hooper and Alexander, notes pre-election agreements by ex Gov Hoke Smith and Gov Brown, and warns the move weakens prohibition while exploiting political maneuvering. It laments partisan tactics and predicts further political influence ahead of biennial sessions.
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Hooper
Alexander
Smith
Brown
Hoke Smith
Powise
Goobie
General Assembly
Sumter County's Remarkable Year of Growth and Diversification
This year Sumter County advanced on roads and agriculture, with stronger good road progress, convicts program expansion, and rising crops. Oats, corn, and wheat led a diverse drive including tobacco and broom corn, signaling broad economic development and future growth potential for the region.
Conquering the Air and the Flight Obsession
The article recalls Oliver Wendell Holmes and the long, costly attempts to fly. It notes distant pioneers and modern efforts as people chase aviation despite frequent failures, with a playful jab at “nutty” inventors and the abundance of models that won’t fly.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes
Holmes
Patent Office
The Promise and Limits of Early Flying Machines
A thoughtful assessment of aviation progress and its obstacles. It notes decades of hidden labor by many pioneers, the modest speeds of fifty miles an hour, and the current commercial limits. It cautions that air travel remains costly, fragile, and mainly a wartime tool until further breakthroughs.
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Wright Brothers
France
English Channel
Limit of ministerial privilege in pulpit abuses
A Georgia legislative outburst denounces Dr Len Broughton as a deliberate hypocrite and malicious scandal monger for sensational attacks. The piece rebukes his false charges about Anderson of Chatham and Savannah brewery profits, stressing clergy should avoid slander and misstatements and noting Broughton’s conduct harms religion and public trust.
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Len Broughton
Albany
New York
Georgia
Broughton
Anderson
Chatham
Savannah
Alexander
Ravannah
Dr. Broughton
New England’s Tip to Americus Mill Boom Expands Jobs
Boston reports plan to spend over 10 million on mills boosting textile industry. East Boston mill valued at 5 million to begin this week, two New Bedford mills at 1 million each, and a 1.25 million Lawrence Worsted mill. New Bedford Nashawena mill to be country’s largest. spinning floors cover 12.5 acres. East Boston mill to employ about 3,000 workers. other job totals not yet calculated.
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Massachusetts
East Boston
New Bedford
Lawrens
Lawrence
Boston
Linc S
Americus urged to press for a cotton mill now
The piece argues constant effort is needed to secure a cotton mill for Americus, noting decades of discussion and urging relentless campaigning. It highlights ten million dollars in planned New England textile projects and cites cautious, profitable investments, urging local action to join the expansion and spur regional industrial growth.
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Americus
Massachusetts
New England
Americas
Georgia officials face bill to abolish offices in protest
An exchange notes that abolishing county offices in Georgia would prompt justice of the peace to block, while city officials call the plan very unpopular. The news outcry suggests officials do not favor the proposal.
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Lonesome
Georgia
20 000 Without Hope Editorial
The Atlanta Georgian runs a solitary editorial titled 20 000 without hope. The piece jokes that removing two familiar names Guyt and Hines would leave 19 998, using humor to hint at local figures lacking support.
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Atlanta
Uncle Lou Seeks Another Term in Congress
Former representative nicknamed Uncle Lou announces candidacy for a second congressional term. He pledges steady service, defends record and expresses resolve to continue in public life despite political turbulence.
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Lou
Congress
Editor Seeks Congress Run Then Proposes Foreseeable Aid
Covington News editor says finances block a congressional bid and suggests drawing on Uncle Sam for a portion of first year salary in advance. He advocates importing dig-dig labor saving devices to boost farming and urges Roosevelt to aid agriculture by exporting specimens to Georgia. Senate backs official recognition of osteopathy. supports non-discrimination between treatment schools.
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Covington News
Congress
Uncle Sam
Roosevelt
Georgia
Senate
Woman Admitted After Craze Over Lost Waist Line
A New York woman was committed to an asylum after she became obsessed with finding her waistline. She wandered through shifting fashion trends, likening her search to puzzles like 13 15 14 or Pigs in Clover, highlighting her deteriorating grasp on reality.
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Insane Asylum
New York
Judge Kavanaugh Urges High Standards for Jury Service
Judge Kavanaugh of Chicago declares jury service demands the highest intelligence and honor, noting a gulf between the call and how it is often understood or fulfilled. He emphasizes the need for integrity and civic responsibility in jurors.
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Kavanaugh
Chicago
Iso
Taxes and uniforms prompt blame over rising state costs
The Marietta Journal notes taxes mounting as expenditures rise and asks who bears responsibility as citizens elect their lawmakers while gold braid factories stay busy crafting uniform decorations. The piece questions accountability for high taxes and onerous expenses.
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The
Marietta Journal
Newnan Herald Calls Probe on Alexander Fees
The Newnan Herald urges an investigation into the legality of fees Hooper Alexander collected from the state while a legislator and argues the funds should be returned to the treasury. It notes achieving Alexander's agreement on this view may be difficult.
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The
Newnan Herald and Advertiser
Hooper Alexander
Treasury
Alexander
Lands in the South offer continued value with growth ahead
The Southern Lumberman notes land in the South remains cheap but will not stay so. In Sumter county, land at $25 an acre now could reach $50 in ten years as roads improve and the region advances. It argues land is the finest investment today when carefully chosen.
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Sumter County
Moss of Cobh calls to halt state colonial records
Moss of Cobh urges the state to cease publishing colonial revolutionary and Confederate records. He argues Georgia risks losing valuable histories by publishing them and says the state should invest to preserve history in imperishable form rather than become indifferent.
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Moss
Cobh
Georgia
Hawkinsville Dispatch Hints Disappointment in Gubernatorial Primary
The Hawkinsville Dispatch suggests a voter disappointment in the upcoming gubernatorial primary, asserting the outcome will not favor a gentleman named Brown.
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Hawkinsville
Bentleman
Brown
Do Nothing Assembly Faces Historic Record Question
The piece notes more than five hundred bills before the legislature and suggests forming an investigative committee to sift the meaningful from the trivial. Rev Dr White criticizes Dr Len Broughton for using moral reservations over the contract, calling the current legislature a potential history line.
Reception for the Channel Flyer Sparks Debate
The French aviator who crossed the Channel and landed in England was given a generous reception. The piece questions how a German flyer would have been received, suggesting John Bull might have stayed awake for a week under similar circumstances.
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England
John Bull
Dalton women seek monument to General Joe Johnston
Dalton women propose erecting a monument to General Joe Johnston promising recognition of a masterful Confederate commander. The note highlights Johnston as among the Souths great generals, noting many minor officers have been honored but monuments for the war's principal leaders are still lacking.
Virginia Republicans Plan Vigorous Fight in Coming Election
The Republicans in Virginia organize to strengthen by a vigorous campaign yet doubt they can break into the Solid South. The piece notes skepticism about carrying the Old Dominion and questions GOP chances in that region.
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Virginia
Old Dominion
House backs ten cent soft drink tax in state
The House endorses a ten cent tax on every gallon of soft drinks made or sold in the state. Proponents argue manufacturers and dealers can bear the small levy given the large profits. The measure faces possible stiff opposition in the Senate.
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House
Senate
Georgia bill to abolish prison commission tabled
The measure to end the state prison commission is tabled amid uncertainty over a lieutenant governor vacancy. Legislators anticipate Crow Wheatley returning to the Senate to establish the office while hoping providence shields Georgia from instability for the next two years.
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State
Georgia
Crow
Wheatley
Senate
Little Joe
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