Times-Recorder masthead and staff listing
The Times-Recorder is identified as the official organ of Americus Sumter Webster counties and the Georgia railroad commission district third. It lists editor Thomas Gambee Jr, associate editor J W Farlow and business editor W L Dupre along with city editor and manager roles. Subscription rates are provided for daily and weekly editions with payments sent to The Times-Recorder, Americus, Georgia.
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Co. W. Cornforth
J. W. Farlow
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City of Americas
Sumter County
Webster County
Railroad Commission of Georgia
3Rd Congressional District
Times-Recorder
Americus
Georgia News Snapshots From Various Angles
Georgia readers see political calculations for Bryan and Georgia delegates, a mill reopenings cheer, ten cent cotton debate, 1912 primary timing, anonymous letters to married women, June brides cited as panic relief, and Clement A Evans winning Confederate Veterans chief post with Memphis snagging next reunion by 76.
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Georgia
Dublin Times
Sumer County
Confederate Veterans
Clement A. Evans
Stephen D. Lee
Memphis
Atlanta
Brewers and prohibitionists form unlikely alliance in history
The piece notes unusual coalitions between brewers and prohibitionists in several states aimed at closing saloons. It cites warnings about dangers of underestimating policy shifts and mentions The Washington Post remarking on future Georgia politics under Governor Brown, suggesting bread and pie references to policy shifts.
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Georgia
Halt in boot licking in honor of Watson urged
The Albany Herald urges an end to boot licking in Henry Watson’s honor, recalling Hoke Smith and his supporters who softened Tom Watson two years ago and noting Joe Brown and his followers now appear to begin the same tactic.
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Watson
Hoke Smith
Tom Watson
Joe Brown
Committee Statement Shows 21469 Expenditures in Governor Race
Joe Brown's committee forwarded to Chairman Miller a report listing 21469 dollars spent in the gubernatorial nomination bid. Major items include footage telegraph and rental costs as substantial portions of the total.
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Joe Brown
Miller
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Americus Aims to Grow Into a Thriving City by 1911
The piece envisions Americus in 1911 with a Carnegie library on Jackson Street, a modern brick business block, a expanded Presbyterian church, and a new post office on Lamar. It foresees trolley cars, an opera house, an electric park, better homes on Lee Street, brick paving, and wider sidewalks. The Board of Trade will drive new canneries and orchards as growth accelerates citywide.
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Americus
Americas
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Hbrary
Carnegie Library
Columbus
Christian Science Church
Presbyterian Church
Sam
Lamar and
Church
Lamar Street
Government Post Office
Lee Streets
Lee
Cotton Avenue
Lamar
Jackson
Lee Street
Georgia
Board of Trade
Savannah under a Commission sparks enforcement debate
An editorial from the Waycross Journal is reprinted in Savannah context arguing weak enforcement of prohibition. Georgia prohibition workers report talks of placing Savannah under a State Commission to enforce the law, with broader cities facing curtailed self government to allow state control.
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Waycross Journal
Savannah
Georgia
Times-Recorder
Maine
Opposition to Savannah commission plan sparked by liquor law fears
A Georgia newspaper rejects the idea of city commissions to enforce liquor laws in Savannah and warns such measures could threaten local self-government statewide. It argues public sentiment favors liberty, cautions against encroaching state control, and questions the zeal of prohibition advocates.
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Savannah
Americas
Georgia
Tribute to the Peach Americus Becomes Peach Center of Georgia
Americus shines as a peach raising center with several car loads shipped to northern markets this season. A new canning factory provides jobs for over a hundred workers, boosting wages and local commerce. Sumter county foresees continued growth as trees bearing fruit increase and returns rise during a slack business period.
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Americus
Georgia
Sumter
Sumster
Sumter County
Senator Steve Clay Praised For Steady State Service
The piece defends Senator A. S. Clay after the recent state election. It argues his support of Gov. Smith was not grounds for sharp criticism, calling him moderate and decent. It lauds his twelve years in office, predicts renomination in Atlanta and a strong fall victory, and praises his loyalty, work ethic, and good heart.
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A. S. Clay
Brown
Gov
Smith
Clay
Atlanta
Senate
Georgia
Bacon
Steve Clay
Washington
Georgia Cheers Senator Steve Clay for Next Term
A Georgia reader extols Steve Clay as a core Georgian and praises his conscience and service while noting political tensions. The message reflects local sentiment, support for Clay, and belief Georgia benefits from his continued leadership despite past missteps.
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Steve Clay
Brown
Clay
Georgia
Why Savannah Must Enforce State Prohibition
An opinion argues Savannah is the lone holdout against Georgia’s prohibition law. It cites repeated liquor raids ending in not guilty verdicts, open sale in Savannah, and officials’ lax enforcement. The piece questions if seaport status excuses disobedience and urges Savannah to align with state will and enforce the law.
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Savannah
Georgia
Georgia election signals shift against demagogy and reforms
The Washington Post notes Georgia voters rejected Hoke Smith for governor, sending a warning to overzealous politicians who exploit corporate persecution. It commends Georgians for opposing corporate control while seeking cheap railroad rates and denouncing radical cure-all legislation. The piece views the Georgia result as a global study in political reform and caution for aspiring leaders.
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Washington Post
Hoke Smith
Georgia
Theodore Roosevelt
Georgia Cities Target Large Census Gains for 1910
Several Georgia cities plan aggressive population increases of 50 to 75 percent over the next two years to meet census targets. Many claims will be corrected as the federal count proceeds.
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Georgia
Uncle Sam
Disenchantment spread beyond Georgia in Roosevelt era?
The author argues that Brown’s Georgia victory over Hoke Smith exposed widespread anger at Roosevelt policies. It notes prosperity harmed, corporations crippled, and workers displaced in Alabama and the Carolinas, asking how far disdain for reform has spread and whether other states share Georgia’s repudiation. The piece highlights Joe Brown’s unglamorous campaign approach as a regional protest.
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Georgia
Roosevelt
Brown
Hoke Smith
Smith
South
Alabama
North Carolina
Ft. Smith
Comer
Washington
Joe Brown
Hoke
eGorgia
North Carolna
The Prohibition Movement Faithful to a Rising Force
A historical view argues prohibition is not temporary but a rising, lasting influence. Proponents show fervor akin to abolitionists, with broad religious support and recent corporate actions against drink. The piece predicts growing public sentiment and institutional backing as key drivers of eventual success.
Atlanta Man Fined After Party Phone Line Incident
An Atlanta man faced a heavy fine after dialing his sweetheart during a party and an old Rottweiler joined the conversation. The judge noted such interruptions reveal unflattering remarks, though court records show this is a rare outcome.
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Atlanta
Johnson Headqu arters Cite Five Reasons for Son’s Nomination
The Johnson headquarters present five reasons for selecting Johnson as the Democratic candidate with Bryan noting one counterpoint, that he expects to win on the first ballot. The remarks reflect intra party strategy and anticipated ballot dynamics during the nomination process.
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Bryan
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