Epworth League Session to Convene in Americas Next Week
The State Epworth League of the South Georgia Conference gathers in Americas for a three day session starting Thursday night with a social, drawing about two hundred delegates. President E P Peabody and First Vice President W M Howard plan to attend. Bishop Candler is invited and may join Sunday.
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Americas
Macon
Florida Line
Epworth
Judge Filsbury Chosen Again as Bow County Committee Chair
The Ot County Executive Committee confirms J. D. Glover’s resignation after thirty years of service and elects A. W. Buchanan to succeed him. J. B. Pilsbury is reappointed chairman, with John W. Shiver as secretary, amid unanimous votes across districts. One Minute Cough Cure touted as safe relief for coughs and bronchitis.
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J. D. Glover
Glover
A.W. Buchanan
Pitteenth
T. J. Wade
J. 9. Wilson
W. A. Webb
H. M. Bird
A. W. Buchansp
J.B. Pilsbury
J. W. Shiver
W. ‘M. McGarrat
N. A. Ray
W.B. Roach
J. T. McMath
J. B. Pils
Hemberee
Judge A. O. Speer Ill With Illness
Judge A. O. Speer remains confined to his bed after a fever that began over a month ago. Officials report overwork and exposure during the recent campaign contributed to his illness, though no complications are disclosed.
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Andge
A. O. Speer
Webster County Officers Re-elected and Local Victory
The Times-Recorder reports Webster County returns show Montgomery reelected sheriff and R. A. King as tax collector. O. C. Tracy defeats James P. Walker for representative by ten votes. County officials including clerk of court, treasurer, coroner, and surveyor secured positions with little opposition.
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Montgomery
Brooks
King
C. C. Tracey
Walker
Times-Recorder
Webster County
Terrell
Gerry
Stevens
Nesbitt
Merritt
Johnston
Guerry
Glenn
Commissioner of Agriculture
Wiley Williams
Tom Eason
Clay
E. B. Lewis
Webster
C. Tracy
James P. Walker
George E. Thornton
J. W. Montgomery
J. L
Horn
Bell
H. M. Marshall
J. P. Beaty
G. H. Wilams
J. N. Foreman
Statehouse
Merritt 18 Head of Schools in Georgia Election
The election for Prof. W. B. Merritt as school commissioner of Georgia pleases his many friends across the state and Sumter. Merritt grew up near Americus and is highly esteemed in Sumter, which provides four votes in support. Under his administration Georgia schools should reach greater efficiency.
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W. B. Merritt
Georgia
Sumter
Merritt
Americus
Iis
Sumter County
Georgis
Happy Time in Old Town Teases Local Eldridge Drug Stores
Fragmentary ad style note mentions Old Town event Happy Time and Eldridge drug stores offering a 20 percent deal. References a daughter and a reference to a remedy for piles but details are unclear. The readable text is sparse and reads like a damaged promotional snippet from a historic page.
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Eldridge Drug
Phillis Given Lengthy Term In Superior Court
In yesterday's sessions Jef oouna and neRTO were convicted on charges of assaults to rape and sentenced to five years in the Penitentiary. Several criminal cases ended in not guilty verdicts. The afternoon focused on Gus Critten den charged with assault with intent to murder but the trial was not concluded. A small grand jury returned some true bills for misdemeanors and one for a ligering blind case related to curing a child or stroke.
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Jef Oouna
Nerto
Gus Crittenden
Preacher confronts voter over choice at polls
An independent voter tells a pastor leaning toward Terrell he supports the best man as his ballot goes into the box. The incident occurs Thursday at the polling place, illustrating local divisions before the election.
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Terrell
Guerry
Independent Citizen
Astown
Commencement at Farlow High School to Be Sermonized
Rev LeRoy G Henderson of Americus will deliver the commencement sermon with the topic A Model Building at the Opera House. Eighteen graduates will receive diplomas as the event includes an elaborate musical program and a cool, comfortable venue for about 1000 attendees.
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Farlow High School
Americas
LeRoy G. Henderson
Americus
Furlow Lawn Baptist
Calvary Episcopal
Church of the Redeemer
First Methodist
St. Paul's
Presbyterian Church
Opera House
Samuel McKay
J. W. L. Daniel
Fred Morgan
John Collins
Samuel Harrison
Kate Poole
Mary Granberry
L. G. Henderson
Maggie Buchanan
Jesus
W. L. Wootten
First Methodist Church
T. I. Nease
Remarkable Cure Promises From A Panacea Bottle
A fragmentary ad-like note touts a bottled remedy said to cure consumption bronchial affections and hay fever. The text mentions a German bottle, a free offer, and a claim of recovery from a serious fate, in a lurid promotional tone.
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Geran
Poe i. At
Notwithstanding all that has been superative wages
A brief line notes satisfaction with wages described as superb despite broader conditions, highlighting contentment with pay levels amid other factors. The wording emphasizes a positive view on compensation without detailing surrounding circumstances.
Patent medicines and remedies promoted in a declamatory ad
A garbled 19th century advertisement extols various cures and tonics. It touts Hall's Catareh Cure as a blood and mucous system remedy with a no risk guarantee, offers a reward for proof, and promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a dependable summer aid. The text also briefly references Caletoria beauty products and a casual remark about barefoot fashion.
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Hall
Oreney
Toledo
Merritt Wins School Commissioner Post In State Primary
The state primary returns show Prof W B Merritt winning the school commissioner race with 214 votes to Glenn 76 and Johnston 50. Merritt, 37, long served as Valdosta superintendent and Lowndes County school commissioner, Emory graduate, Sumter native. Additional item reports June murder in Boston, where J Wilfred Blondin is accused of killing his wife and hiding the body in Chelmsford with the head removed.
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W. B. Merritt
Glenn
Johnston
Prof. Merritt
Sumter County
Valdosta
Lowndes County
Emory College
William Merritt
Emory
Americus
Boston
J. Wilfred Blondin
Blondin
Chelmsford
Kruger Declines British Return Offers
Amsterdam reports that Mr. Kruger has declined British government facilities to return to South Africa. He accepted Queen Wilhelmina's offer of a Dutch vessel to convey him home when he chooses to go.
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Kruger
Amsterdam
Great Britain
South Africa
Wilhelmina
Ten Years In Bed Kidney Tale Turns To Foley
Ten years bedridden with kidney disease describes seeking the best medical care, finally finding relief after Foley's Kidney Care is recommended. The account contrasts severe suffering with a claim of marked improvement, and ends with a reflective remark on selfishness as a human trait.
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BR. A.gray
J.P. Oakville
Ted
Foley
John RB
Hadger
Quack Remedies and Proverbs From Anarchic Advert
A collage of cure ads and proverbs touting remedies for piles kidney issues and coughs. Names like DeWitt's Hazel Salve Foley's Kidney Cure and Allen's Foot Ease appear with inflated claims. The piece blends marketing lines with aphorisms and dubious wisdom reflecting early 20th century health advertising.
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DeWitt
Meredith
Willow Grove
Del
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Royal Worcester
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Hamilton & CO
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