Norwood fires bitter letter at Gordon over debates
Savannah, Sept 19 1890 Norwood replies with caustic attack on John B Gordon accusing him of slander and cowardice in dodging a public debate. He questions Gordon’s war record and business schemes, claims Gordon tainted by railroad promotions and political maneuvers, and predicts further exposure if pressed.
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Boom in Dawson as taxable property jumps this year
The Dawson Journal notes a rise in Dawson's taxable property from 743 775 to 1 044 225 this year, with blacks owning 21 260 of the total. Rochelle reports 3 845 in town lot sales to several named men, while Dawson pursues a new cotton compress and public schools enroll over 225 pupils. The Charleston News hints at political maneuvering around Governor Gordon.
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