Judge Fort the Man and Americas People Are Happy
Judge Allen Fort is appointed railroad commissioner by Governor Northern. South Georgia’s representation is highlighted as justified and the selection is praised as an able fit. The Recorder notes Fort’s railroad expertise, his legislative work on creating the commission, and the statewide approval of the appointment.
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A Tribute to the Memory of Hon Tim Furlow
In a divine providence our beloved brother Hon Tim Furlow has been taken by death. As Alliancemen we mourn and pledge support for his bereaved family. He was devoted husband and father, a citizen with an spotless escutcheon, and a generous, prudent friend whose smile inspired enterprise. We resolve to cherish his memory and extend sympathy to his wife and children.
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Timothy M. Furlow
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Inter-State Immigration Convention Opens in Asheville
About five hundred delegates attend the Inter-State Immigration Convention in Asheville with Georgia sending twenty three delegates. W L Glessner elected Chairman and J O Waddell Vice President. Georgia lists committee assignments including Langford, Goldsmith, Wilcoxer, Pennman, Moore, James, Mallette, Barrett, Barnes, Triplett, Waddell, Barton. Gov Howell and Mr Atkinson deliver welcomes as a heavy snowstorm blankets the city.
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Asheville
N. C
Georgia
W. L. Glessner
J. O. Waddel
M. V.B. Langford
Jas. Goldsmith
P. P. Wilcoxer
W. F. Pennman
A. L. Moore
Department of Organization
J. B. James
E. M
Mallette
8. Barrett
W. J. Barnes
Jno. Triplett
Immigration Bureau
J. O. Waddell
Mineral Statistica
J. K. Barton
Gov. Howell
Mr. Atkinson
Democratic Ticket Clinches Americas City Election
The city vote ended quietly with Hon. John B. Felder elected mayor and D. K. Brinson chosen as Clerk and Treasurer. Aldermen named were J. A. Davenport, J. E. Bivins, and W. K. Wheatley, with Felder 153, Brinson 156, Bivins 1654, Davenport 156, Wheatley 155. Bar rooms closed, turnout low, election day passed without incident.
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D. K. Brinson
J. A. Davenport
J. E. Bivins
W. K. Wheatley
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Brinson
Bivins
End of Columbus habeas corpus case after closing arguments
Judge McNeal finished defense arguments before noon. Judge Fort delayed ruling, implying decision tomorrow on bail for the Howards and Bickerstaff. Solicitor Carson spoke for the State as Columbus lawyers and others left the scene.
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Chris McGhee Escapes Overnight After Two Attempts
Report states Chris McGhee attempted to burn the calaboose Sunday night but failed. A second attempt succeeded as he slipped from a dilapidated portion, unseen, likely heading toward Macon. A Macon bank book showing $50 was left behind. Mayor Felder is noted in a toast to a seventh term.
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Macon
No Street Cars Due to Fuel Shortage Edict
Joint meeting of Americus Light and Power Company and Americus Street Railroad Company declares coal scarcity forces suspension of street car service for thirty days. Cars to be renovated. service to resume in first-class condition when fuel returns. Signatories include J. W. Wheatley and J. B. Feuper.
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Americus Street Railroad Company
J. W. Wheatley
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Beauty’s Bower and East Americas Club Report
Mrs. M. T. Elam’s store displays holiday goods some plush items books and willow ware with numerous articles described as a bower of beauty. East Americas Young Ladies and Gentlemen club formed meeting monthly with uplifting entertainments. Americas boasts a long mayoral tenure and many public improvements amid modest debt.
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Reecorages
Return of Georgia Hedge and Wire Fence expedition
A party including H H Singletary LaCrosse A S Perry J O Carter I N Mott J F Usry and S R Christie returned from Bolling Green Kentucky praising the fence work of Georgia Hedge and Wire Fence Company. Dr W G Patrick acted as agent and covered expenses. The group urges Schley Terrell and Sumter counties to adopt the system, noting strength compactness and easy pruning.
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Georgia Hedge and Wire Fence Company
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LaCrosse
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Americus
J. 0. Carter
I. N. Mott
J. F. Usry
R. Christie
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Rolling Green
W.G. Patrick
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Schley
Terrell
Sumter Counties
W. G. Patrick
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Congress Debates Force Bill and Reapportionment
Washington December 16 Congress continues debate on the force bill with Senator Kenna on the floor as Republicans plan another caucus and financial legislation. The House discussed the reapportionment bill, Georgia to receive 11 of 856 seats, with a vote expected after further discussion.
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Kenna
House
Georgia
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Bureau of Statistics
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Greenwood
Twitty Bill Passes In Senate In Georgia Days News
The Georgia Senate approved the Twitty appropriation bill as introduced and passed in the House. The measure voids attorney fee contracts beyond interest, with the governor poised to sign. The session also advanced the appropriation bill with branch college funding debated and fertilizer inspector increases approved in the House. The Zachary resolution drew mixed opinions and Clifton of Savannah eyed a Congress bid.
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Twitty
General Assembly of Georgia
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Thomasville
Cuthbert
Hamilton
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Ewan
Thomsop
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Glenn
Irvine
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Hodges
Culpepper
Lane
Mitchell
Williams
Callaway
Harp
Hill
Cabaniss
Atkinson
Coweta
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Coly
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Fort Named Railroad Commissioner in Georgia
In an extra edition of The Recorder Judge Allen Fort is appointed Railroad Commissioner to replace Col. A. B. Erwin whose term ends next October. Gov. Northen earned approval by selecting Fort, noted for pushing the railroad commission bill and for deep knowledge of railroad legislation. Fort’s arrival promises a commission responsive to southern interests and better balanced with Georgia’s railroad development.
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Tim Reconosk
Allen Fort
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Northen
Director Gould and the Central road election
The prospect of Jay Gould or a representative joining the Central road board attracts light coverage. Expected to bring substantial business from rivals, Gould reportedly plans sweeping cost cuts and elimination of traveling agents and brokers. The policy aims to shift focus to legitimate freight and passenger traffic, reducing waste among feeder lines and improving overall efficiency.
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