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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1908
Page
4
The Americus Times records its jamerous origins before consolidation in 1891. J W Farlow and W K Dupree are listed as assisting in the business and editorial rooms with a 99 telephone contact.
The Times-Recorder notes Savannah has a Law and Order League and questions whether public opinion enforces prohibition there. It contrasts this with other states, quoting Secretary Root on civil law and public opinion. The piece reflects Georgia newspaper tone from May 1 1908.
Smith and Brown vie in Georgia while Johnson pursues the Democratic presidential nomination. Judge Hines is the sole state officer stumping in support of the Governor. The Georgian stays calm amid the campaign, predicting business as usual regardless of Brown’s or Smith’s fate. John S. Sullivan runs for Mayor of Boston on an anti graft platform as John L. always fought on the square and may win a notable vote.
As preliminary reports indicate large and lush cantaloupe and watermelon crops, observers note election outcomes for Smith or Brown are unlikely to affect fruit yields. There is hope that the hot winds that damaged cotton crops will not similarly harm fruit this year.
Dr Nunnally announced for Governor as prohibitionist and the Atlanta Journal demanded heavy payment for his card insertion. The paper once a rum advocate now urges Prohibitionists to rally for its candidate, former Piedmont bar owner. Count Joseph Gizyki seeks divorce from Eleanor Patterson, daughter of Chicago Tribune publisher, claiming she wastes his allowance.
The passage notes New York City's total debt tops one billion dollars, exceeding the U S interest bearing debt and four times the debt of all states individually. It contrasts this with the burden on a poor family paying ten dollars for a room in a miserable tenement, warning that life for the poor will worsen as politicians place heavier property burdens each year.
The Albany Herald accuses the Atlanta Journal of garbling editorials from other papers, cutting sentences and rearranging them to fit its aims. The Herald condemns the Journal as exasperated and desperate, calling for respect and reconsideration of such practices.
An appeal urges Ameritus residents to join the reorganized Board of Trade, highlighting its role in city progress. Members pay a $5 yearly fee, with small weekly or quarterly contributions adding to a united effort. The piece stresses individual responsibility and prompts readers to sign the membership roll for collective growth.
The Democratic Executive Committee in Atlanta kept the state primary method and the June 4 date unchanged. Rumors of possible changes did not alter the majority vote plan, and the decision avoids further bitterness in the gubernatorial fight. The committee is praised for not meddling with the popular vote plan or primary date.
In Georgia political friction over Joe Brown buttons shown to negro voters. An Americas man reports seeing Hoke Smith supporters urge Brown buttons to negroes at Cordelo, prompting remonstrance. Brown denies Smith allies distribute buttons to sway black voters and calls the charge a slander while clarifying Brown’s own voting history in 1872.
A New York husband cites his nightly drills with a howling baby as the reason for leaving his wife and she sues for divorce. He favors alimony to support midnight exercises with a bowling infant.
The Rome Tribune-Herald is challenged to substantiate its charge that Gov. Smith would drive foreign capital from Georgia. The piece cites Madison and Warrenton speeches where Smith favored domesticating or restricting foreign railroad operators, arguing the governor had fulfilled his pledge and warning that his defeat would invite foreign capital while reelection threatened domestic control.
The Friday night cyclone swept five Southern states causing 350 deaths and injuries to more than 1,000. Many victims were Black families whose cabins were easily destroyed. Widespread property damage left hundreds homeless, prompting calls for substantial local and regional relief.
A blistering essay argues divorce as deadly as typhus to society, condemning high profile separations in New York for eroding home life. It urges legal and religious action, lauding Catholic and Jewish stances, and calls on Christian churches to halt what it terms a fashionable, careless trend harming children and social order.
A detailed portrait of Hop. Joseph M. Brown ex railroad commissioner and Democratic gubernatorial candidate focusing on his Marietta residence. The article notes the historic site near Governor Charles J. McDonald, Brown's family ties to Governor Brown, his library, farming interests, children, and community involvement including church support, schooling board vice presidency, and bank directorship. It also mentions his Cherokee County home and ongoing crop management.
In Columbus on Monday night Governor Smith emphatically denied causing the current market panic. He attacked Roosevelt and big business, while noting that many observers doubt he alone sparked the downturn. He blamed federal policy and reform rhetoric for scaring capital, with several governors joining the push.
Athens Banner reports The Americas Times Recorder opposes the proposed marriage of Prince de Sagan and Anna Gould. The prince says their future is with God while the Times Recorder condemns the affair as devilish and warns of moral consequences.
Ex Senator Clark argues Montana’s West will save the country with big crops. Farmers dig salvation from the ground while tax advocates claim credit. He calls on Eastern farmers to unite with Western grangers for a square deal, sharing burdens and benefits alike.
The record shows numerous local organizations backing gubernatorial candidates in Georgia. The passage notes an unprecedented level of civic clubs engaging in campaign activity, signaling broad grassroots involvement and heightened political mobilization.
Canada announces a halt to undesired immigration from England and is urged to enforce stricter border controls. Observers say local politicians fear pushing for tougher policies and warn of potential political fallout.
The speaker notes that about ninety five percent of railroad stock cost nothing to acquire and observes that railroads have created vast fortunes. He argues that water infrastructure has similarly produced many multimillionaires through public wealth and utility profits.
A brief note indicates the elder season faces a postponement as lawmakers in Georgia consider action before the season. The discussion hints at potential changes affecting upcoming events and scheduling details.
The piece discusses Georgia gubernatorial campaigning, noting Gov. Sid's strategy to devote his time to speeches and enlisting others to speak for him. It argues that Brown’s public profile is strong, questions about his authorship of articles, and warns against belittling opponents as locals prefer frank, square dealing. It cites a misrepresentation by the Atlanta Journal regarding a Morning News report on beer-saloons.
A historical reflection on William Waldorf Astor born American, his move to England, renunciation of citizenship, and pursuit of a title. The piece argues the noble life, wealth, and charity cannot change the fact he remains a controversial figure to some Americans who question patriotism and belonging.
The Savannah Press notes opposition to extending to a four year term, highlighting persistent quarrels and unresolved issues despite arguments for stability. The article frames the debate as a clash between tradition and the push for longer, less frequent terms.
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