Alliance protests Gordon for Senate as Georgia politics swirl
Muscogee county Alliance has added its protest against electing Gov Gordon as Senator. With Captain Corput defeated, Martin Calvin on the fence, it seems that nothing can prevent Clark Howell from being elected Speaker of the House. The Times notes Glynn county’s long gap since execution and public mood on crime.
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Georgia to push state display at World’s Fair
The Macon Telegraph argues the coming legislature should fund a Georgia exhibit at the World’s Fair to showcase the state’s resources. It emphasizes farmer leadership and input, urging a display that reflects credit on the state and benefits rural communities.
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It Don’t Like Him Dr McCune Opposed Tariff Included
The Atlanta Journal cites three reasons to oppose Dr McCune. It accuses him of backing the Conger lard bill taxing cotton seed oil to help western lard monopolists, avoiding tariff fights to please Republicans, and supporting a Wall Street railway monopoly harming Georgia by raising freight costs. Tuk RecorpeEk agrees on the first point, arguing that favoring the Conger lard bill hurts Southern planters.
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The New Assembly and its Farmers Members
The Recorder argues the new Assembly will be formed mainly of Alliancemen farmers and urges simple, practical leadership. Short terms and minimal old-law tinkering should please the people who pay the bills, and the paper endorses giving state government to the new members for the benefit of all classes.
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The Congressional Election: Republicans seek House majority
The piece discusses mobilization for the November elections. Republicans aim for a House majority, counting on Southern strength and gains in Indiana Ohio and the West. Democrats hope to hold the South and make gains in the West and Indiana and Ohio, while sweeping Joe Cannon in Illinois.
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Alliancemen split as De Kalb county protest grows
Telegraphic dispatches show a sub Alliance in De Kalb county opposing the County Alliance request to have representatives vote against Gordon. Internally, Alliancemen quarrel threatens to empower politicians to appoint favorites, risking a public split before united action can succeed.
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The Senatorial Fight in Georgia's Alliance Press
Atlanta correspondent reports a wary bid to defeat Gordon in the senatorial race. Governors elect Northen is mentioned as a possible alternative, while Sumter County pledges support for Gordon. Alliance leaders reportedly seek to block Gordon on first ballot then consolidate behind a single candidate.
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Sumter Agricultural Society Elects Officers and Sets Meeting Dates
The Sumter County Agricultural Society chose Capt. J. L. Adderton as President and W. L. Glessner as Secretary. The annual election of officers will be the first Friday in October each year, and monthly meetings are set for the first Friday. The group plans to discuss public school efficiency at the next meeting. Adjourned, J. L. ADDERTON, Pres. L. GLESSNER, Sec.
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Judge Crisp and Senator Speculation Sparks Debate
The ReceivER proposed Judge C F Crisp for Governor this year, but he preferred to stay in his current post. The Recorper believes Crisp will not pursue a Senator bid, though he might serve if unanimously elected, and would avoid a fight for the position.
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Will It Be Gordon Senator After Election
After the election the Gordon faction believes Gordon will be elected senator while opponents cite Alliance control in the legislature. The vote on the question will decide, as many representatives remain undecided. Gas and electric lights are a booming success in Americus.
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Good Pinch and Pocket Book Theft Reported
South Georgia items note Mr N W Halliday visiting Americus then leaving with Mr E L Carter, later returning home. pocket book missing with $50 to $400 recovered after Bob Wilson identified on Griffis street. Weather woes hit farmers, corn and oats praised from I R T Horne farm, and discussion of Gordon ticket and Wells stance. Also brief on stock subscription for Americus factory and a rural theft of a preacher's chickens. Henry Weldon endorses Smith's Tonic Syrup for colds.
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Prosperous Growth in Americas Sees New Ventures Flourish
All new enterprises in Americas are prospering as new stores and dwelling houses rise. Tux Recoupes expresses happiness at the development and ongoing construction projects advancing the region's economy.
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Unmatched Dry Goods Stock Draws Shoppers In South Georgia
Thousands of dollars worth of new stock arrives with silks, black goods, and a vast variety of fabrics. Henrietta Cloths priced at 75 cents and one dollar in blacks and colors. Broadcloths, flannels, blankets, lace curtains, and portieres offered from 1.75 to 25 dollars per pair. Great bargains invite customers to visit for furnishings and dress goods.
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