Jury Ends Trial In Landmark Land Case
A jury failed to reach a verdict in a land contract dispute involving Sim Allen Crawford and others. Judge A Littlejohn then instructed the case to proceed to direct action. The proceedings occurred four miles north, with both defendants described as colored. Attorneys on both sides argued the suit, with the court handling post trial directions.
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A. Littlejohn
Sim Allen
Ety Crawford
Numéricus
Suit McMath
Ie Jury
Attorné Cy Inaece
Lanc Hi Son
City reduces street lamp sizes to cut lighting costs
City officials vote to halve candle power for downtown lamps from 600 to 400 and in residential areas from 260 to 100, a reduction exceeding 50 percent. The changes affect 21 downtown and 140 residential lamps. The Ficus Lighting Company must implement the changes by June 1 to align with the city’s plan to maintain regular lighting payments.
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Pawntown
Harige
Jane
Ficus Lighting
Han Pees
Nets
Pe Coe
Bae Ieee
Salendar
Pocketbook Theft Reported In Moray Area
A well known local resident reported finding a missing pocketbook described as owned by Nees Log. The finder checked for owners, then notified authorities to locate the rightful owner. Police are reviewing the incident and the pocketbook's contents for clues.
COURT SETS HEARING IN BYROMVILLE RIOT MURDER CASE
A special court convenes in Byromville to address a riot linked to a fatal shooting during a confrontation between a deputized posse led by Sheriff Vinson and Black residents. The incident began when the town marshal attempted to collect taxes, escalating into barricaded homes and gunfire, wounding four others. L. C. Davis, en route to Fort Valley, was shot while attempting to enter a Black home, losing a leg to buckshot. Davis remains hospitalized. bonds are set but not posted as proceedings continue.
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Neiroga
Ville
Sore
Vinson
Sion
Ate Chapman
Byromville
Gromvilles
Man
Erie
L. C. Davis
Fort Valley
Peaches
Nears
Connors Thas
Davis
Corle
Bond
Georgia Man Introduces Real Colored Motor Vehicle Invention
Atlanta May reports a Georgia man named Peek unveils a motorized device claimed to enhance vehicle safety. The invention allegedly uses adaptable arms that attach to any protective machine, with demonstrations prompting interest from local observers and potential patent considerations.
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Atlanta
Aeranta
York
Toorcaniaga Yam Growers Organize in Macon
At a meeting in Macon on May 26 representatives from the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation the extension department and market specialists organized the Toorcaniaga Yam Growers association to aid sweet potato growers. Plans include a state sales agency and live-stick shipping groups with new county bureaus to be formed in Terrell Wayne Polk County Fannin and Sumter counties this week.
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Macon
Geo Farm
Burtane
Edersti
Pete
Federation
Dempsey
R. A. Kelly
Georgia Farm Bureau Federation
State Farm Burea Federation
New County
Buresus
Terrell
Wayne
Podlaski
Fannin
Sumter
J. G. Oliver
Wennaoe
Big Melon Prices Highlight Shipping Demand and Size Trends
The report shows melons selling best when large, with quotations around 0.22 per pound and averages rising with size. Shippers note a shift toward bigger melons and higher prices per 28 to 30 pounds, while farmers discuss pruning and fortification to produce larger fruit. Conditions are favorable, encouraging growers to favor large melons for higher returns despite higher handling costs.
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Daly du
Avia
Cary
Poalenter Ry
Moultrie
Disarmament Plan Backed by Senate Vote
The Senate approved Senator Borah’s disarmament plan by a 74 to 0 vote to amend the Japan appropriation bill. It authorizes inviting Britain and Japan to a conference to discuss international disarmament with US participants. Supporters say many favor a concrete step toward arms reductions.
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Washington
Senate
Benator Borah
Idaho Senat
Great Britain
Japan
United States
Whdordandine
Wreckenor Snd
Union High Book Shower Planned
Union High plans a public book shower inviting the community to bring a book for the school. Visitors including Mr Lowery and Rev, Mr parti in toured the building in Leslie to help shape plans for the ten school building bonds. Paul Chanman planned federal aid for vocational training at Union High. The entire faculty of the Agricultural school visited the Union High building.
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Aleyane
Oliver
Daever
Drew Murry
Lowery
Rev
Parti
Piaina
Leslie
Union Hig ‘Chool
Paul Chanman
Yoratonal Agriculture
Union High
Entir
Ametitus Agricultural School
Union High School
Trydaw
Shot Fatal to Warden's Wife in Terrell County
Albany May 27 Mrs W Ki Sirmons wife of the Terrell County warden died at Putney Memorial Hospital after being shot while cleaning a gun aboard her husband s farm wagon. The county official was injured in the same incident. Sirmons, road overseer, was en route to Albany for surgery when the tragedy occurred. The Warden, regarded as one of the state s best highway men, was prostrated by the accident and received medical care from three miles away to the Albany hospital.
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Albany
W. Ki. Sirmons
Terrell County
Joebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Sitmons
Isban
Pawson
Phyana
Dawson
Quick
Ake
Sirmona
Webster County
Monticello Community Notes Touching Short Visits
Cut off and garbled local items list Miss Odetea Gsoke from Monticello visiting Mrs Dan Py Wicker. Morris made a business trip to Sirsaline. Macon Co Masonic convention attended in Montezuma. Mr and Mrs Norris moved to Barron’s ai pesine peach season. Hewett Joines family and Mrs Sue Joines were guests at Green’s Mill. Several from here work in Montezuma and Barron’s lanes. Miss Saura Stubbs home from Andrew College for the summer.
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Emmitt Gibson
Odetea Gsoke
Monticello
Dan Py Wicker
Morris
Sisrsaline
Wate
Wickes
James Tolen
Wiley Soreay
TA. Smith
Macon Co
Norris
Barron's
Peabie's
Americas
Hewett Joines
Sue Joines
Jesse James
Green's Mill
J. T. Morris
New Era
R. H. Sabes
Montezuma
A. FP. Pennington
Robert Tuare
Ubbs
Inter County
McCorkle
Americus
Sallie Wicker
Montesuma
Stubbs
Andersonville
Org
Danny Wicker
Denen Cokeer
Hardy Cooke
Watson Wicker
Winn Neverson
Mr. Richards
Minn
Penches
Barron’s Lane
Saura Stubbs
Andrew College
Bacteria
Pennington
Bargains Bring Throngs to Downtown Stores This Thursday
Crowds swarmed downtown as Thursday specials attracted shoppers seeking deep discounts on coats, hats, and shoes. Advertised sales drew buyers from across Americus, with stores reporting brisk early rushes and plans for weekly bargain events to boost community turnout and merchant cooperation.
Four Sumter Vets Apply for Medals in Vi Medal Drive
The Times-Retorter notes several Sumter County residents among recent applicants for medals. Names include L. Crawford, Wm. Crappay, Samuel L. Cohen of Ceaseitae, and Wm. C. Williamson of Plalna, illustrating community participation in the effort.
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Sumter
Times
Retorter
Whubey Meats
Sedaria
Cit
Smell
Atlanta
L. Crawford
Wm. G Crappay
Samuel L. Cohen
Ceaseitae
Wm. C. Williamson
Plalna
Sumter County
Atlanta Truck Express Opens New Route From Americus
Announcement says the Gi way Express completes a route from Americus to Atlanta. The first Atlanta truck departs Macon on Monday May 30, delivering freight to Atlanta via Macon. Americus trucks begin Saturday, with the service expanding through to Atlanta.
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Atnas
Americus
Atlanta
Atlnta
Macon
Comnett
Atlan
Americus area social notes and guest visits timeline
Local residents and guests populate Americus society pages with arrivals from New Orleans Chicago and Eufaula. Miss Marjorieena and Miss Elmer Bell visit family. teachers attend Alabama Polytechnic events. families travel to Atlanta Rome Union and Plains for visits and summer plans.
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Walter Strange
Eye Americus
Lanveak Ala
Euln Wooley
New Orré
Misa Eler Bell
College Street
Clit Williams
Atlanta
Rome
Nell
Americus Thutada
Chambliss
Rufis Rhsaoe Wild
Alebama Polytechnic School
Alabama
Sati Heys
Lawrince Brown
Lorin Smith
Guyton Fisher
Ar Wigton
Fat City
Arlington
Sadie E Ll. Pierents
Hoye MecMath
Atahi O
Wausenthe
Mary
Mary Glover
J. L. Sutton
J. L."salare
Carson
Columbus
M. M. Kerr
George McNeill
East Church Street
Les Nena Smith
Prather Henderson
Church Reeds
Hugh le Speer
Lesiie
Fodey
Beksie Tift
Misa Lota Bost
Pesessa
Lon Walters
Americus
Utr
Priest Croxton
N. Jones
Eilaville
Ney
L. E. Brown
Bone
Alan wAsibis
Mayiesitts
J . D. Ster
Ffae
Eofatils
Ald
Hi C. Kinard
Deve Sen Farad
Taylor Leaves Churchwell's to Open New Store
Taylor departs Churchwell's after many years to launch a new store operation. Royal, longtime Churchwell manager, returns to lead the Cordele and Americus area while Taylor begins a fresh venture, with past service and local regard shaping the transition.
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Taylor
Churchwell’s
Water system praised amid repairs and safety concerns
Fragmented notes describe a water system praised for its reliability after recent rebuilding and inspections. The text mentions maintenance, insurance implications, and a secretary's report from J A Davenport of the Local Board, referencing Americus and associated figures, with concerns over protection and pumping reliability.
Rotary and Sororal Club Event in Americus Dinner
An American club event in Americus gathered about 100 guests at the Windsor Hotel for a dinner honoring Dr Mitra. The program featured entertainment by Blaciche Spider and Cat Smith with a talk on life abroad and travels to Tampico, Vera, and other Mexican clubs.
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Thiaé
Americus
Rotary
Wanis
Americus Shan
Kidante Ted
J. D. Homke
Wanian
Ewa Thehely
New City
Windsor Hotel
Spider Sing
Cat Smith
Tampico Vera
Hovka
Growers urged to disc now for peach worm control
Fort Valley bulletin urges immediate discing of peach trees to disrupt pest development. Observations show pupation timing affects generational size. growers in Hill, Georgia, and Elbert counties advised to apply thorough discing in the coming days.
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Fort Valley
Pettch Wawect Laboratory Fi
Hileys
Georgia
Elbertan
George
Otrof
Dean
Americus Men Plan Scout Aid Effort in District
In Americus a local meeting discussed supporting Boy Scout work in the district. Leaders outlined an extension plan to equip troops with pipes and gear, pledging funds and seeking donor support to back three years of service.
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Americus
Chief Warns Motorists Over Muffler Violations
Chief Bragg reports motorists, especially motorcycle riders, are disturbing citizens by altering mufflers. Police plan stricter enforcement to curb the disruptive noise and enforce vehicle equipment laws.
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Bragg
Randering
Local Merger Moves for Cordele Enterprise
In Cordele on May 31, a move to appoint a new manager at the concern follows A. R. L. returning from an American trip. The Cobd tare enterprise shifts leadership as part of ongoing operations led by W. ML and the Encawell Brothers.
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Cordele
W. ML
Lin
Whe Hat
Beer
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