The Times-Recorder Americus Ga Establishment Details
The Times-Recorder is an Americus Ga newspaper established in 1890 with consolidation in 1891. It lists editors Thomas Gamble Jr and J W Cornforth as associate editor, with Farlow and Dupred in the business department. Subscription rates are noted for daily and weekly editions.
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Peter Recorder
Americus Times
Thomas Gamble, JR
W. Cornforth
W. Farlow
W. K. Dupred
Recorder
Americus
Brown seeks governor bid amid railroad commission clash
Hon Joseph M Brown aims for the Georgia governor race after being ousted from the Railroad Commission by Gary Smith. He prepares an early announcement and is expected to gain strong newspaper support statewide. Brown vows to scrutinize Gov Smiths administration and rail commission, promising a rigorous voter-facing record.
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Joseph M. Brown
Railroad Commission
Gary. Smith
Mr. Brown
Gov. Smith
People's Forum
Georgia
Georgia Voters Endorse Smith for Second Term
Amid modest enthusiasm Georgia voters show Governor Smith likely to win a second term. The Atlanta Georgian notes lack of strong backing yet predicts continued administration while warning of possible anti capital and anti enterprise challenges. Augusta Chronicle hints at political surprises and mentions Little Joe Brown as a hypothetical governor.
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Atlanta
Smith
Georgia
Gov. Smith
DeKalb
Augusta Chronicle
the Chronicle
Joe Brown
Hoke Smith
Why Does Mr Hughes Seek Opp Position To Mr Lewis
The piece questions Hon Dudley Hughes motive in opposing Congressman Lewis though Lewis plans to retire in two years. It argues Hughes aims to stir opposition to protect or advance his own interests while Americus and Sumter County benefit from Lewis's influence, including securing a $75,000 to $100,000 government building. It notes Lewis has strong backing and previous success with rural mail routes and urges avoiding needless opposition.
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Hughes
Lewis
Mr. Hughes
Americus
Sumter County
Washington
Americas
Congress
Congressman Lewis
Sumter
Real "Knockers" slander Georgia investment hopes
The Macon News accuses opponents of Gov. Smith of mischaracterizing Georgia while asserting that criticism of the administration and its railroad policy deters capital. The Times-Recorder backs the view that demagogues in power frighten investors, saying railroad harassment under Smith and the commission harms Georgia's prospects.
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Macon News
Smith
Georgia
Acta
Gov. Smith
Railroad Commission
Maj. Hanson
Taft and Bryan Remain Only Clear Contenders
Taft's friends predict a unanimous nomination with no opposition as rivals withdraw. Bryan believes his position is secure, leaving voters with a choice mainly between Taft and Bryan unless they opt for national prohibition socialism or anarchic options.
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Taft
Bryan
Overthrow and Safer Regime Promised
A proposal envisions the overthrow of the current government and the establishment of a more safe and sane regime. It pledges to invite capital rather than repel it, signaling a shift in policy toward economic openness.
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Tion
Lunder
Conciliating Negro Voters in Republican Platforms
The Ohio Republican platform offers a liberal appeasement to Black voters, quoting their progress and urging no disenfranchisement. It hints at future state action but aims to mollify support after Brownsville and Roosevelt Taft tensions. Analysts expect similar planks elsewhere, with post election outcomes likely to leave current conditions intact.
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Taft
Ohio
Brownsville
Republican Party
Foraker
Roosevelt
Washington
Parties on injunctions in presidential race
The Democratic platform in Nebraska advocates strict limits on injunction use to curb abuses, ensure notice and hearings, allow judge changes, and permit juries in contempts outside court presence. The Republicans avoid specifics, offering vague lines to appeal to different voters, while Democrats appear more decisive and forceful in tone.
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Ohio
Nebraska
Denver
Republican Party
Chicago
Democratica
Changing Pension Law and Veteran Support in Georgia
The piece notes broad support in Fulton County for reverting to yearly pension payments to Confederate Veterans, warning Governor Smith’s quarterly plan may falter. Veterans nationwide face hardships from the current schedule, and candidates aligned with the old method gain leverage. Also mentioned is Miss May Harris Armor predicting a nationwide end to liquor production within a decade, alarming brewers and distillers.
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Fulton County
Smith
Miss May Harris Armor
Georgia
Pennsylvania
United States
Small Alcohol Claim Sparks Georgians’ Digestive Fears
The National Model License League says a small quantity of alcohol aids digestion. If this is 50, many Georgians fear severe indigestion attacks soon.
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National Model License League
Taft Republicans Leave Dick and Foraker Unhurt
Senators Dick and Foraker were spared harsh treatment as Taft supporters refrained from strong rebukes, a notably liberal approach given the circumstances.
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Foraker
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