Tariffs on Cotton Thread and Ginghams Stir Debate
The Sewing Circle criticizes the Fordney McCumber tariff plan proposing steep duties to protect American thread and fabric makers. Senator Simmons cites a 42 to 49 percent potential rise, arguing price increases burden households. The piece links tariff effects to broader economic strains, including grain prices and climate talk, ending with a whimsical line about Merlin and weather magic.
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Distiller’s vigilant neighbor faces outlaw deeds
From the Athens Banner April 1895 notes a neighborly vigilante tale where a devoted mother, outraged by a distillery’s drunken havoc, allegedly destroys the still and bottling gear with an ax in the night. The item moves to other society notes about the Bessie Mell Industrial Home aiding women through shirt making and employment, plus a round of personals and a late note on dinosaur footprints found in Massachusetts.
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Bankrupt Allan A Ryan faces large debts and assets
Allan A. Ryan, once noted for his Stats stock corner, is declared bankrupt with debts totaling 33,435.40 TL and assets listed at 643,533.
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Announcement of candidacy for Western Circuit Superior Court
Blanton Fortson declares candidacy to succeed himself as judge of the Western Circuit Superior Court subject to Democratic Primary action. Fortson announces intent to continue duties and seeks party support.
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Georgia Candidate Seeks Eighth District Seat in 6th Congress
C. H. Brand announces as a candidate for the Eighth Congressional District of Georgia in the Democratic Primary. He expresses gratitude for past royal support and hopes for continued approval from voters.
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Georgia Candidates Declare for Public Office in Clarke County
A set of candidate announcements from Clarke County Georgia outlines bids for Congress in Georgia 8th District and local offices. J H Griffith, J M Hodgson, Homer, and Hugh W White announce County Commissioner candidacies while Toombs Dubose seeks re election to the Georgia House of Representatives with Democratic Primary guidance. The notices urge voter support and specify primary dates and party alignment.
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Holden Announces Candidacy for Clarke County House Seat
Frank A. Holden files for the legislature seeking election to the House of Representatives from Clarke County subject to the Democratic Primary on September 13, 1922. Announcement date July 28, 1923.
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Braving Wreck from Georgia Tech at Emory Club Event
A Floating Convention at a local theater featured a piano rendition of A Brambling Wreck from Georgia Tech. Asa G. Candler of Emory spoke for the university, praising the club for inviting city educational leaders. W. W. Gaines of the Atlanta Board of Education addressed the group on behalf of city schools as Professor Willie Sutton stressed education’s value.
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Tribute Paid To Chan Barrow By Burns Club
In Atlanta Georgia Chancellor David C Barrow spoke to the Burns club and education representatives at a cottage tribute blending Georgia and Scottish heritage He recalled Lanier and recited from the Song of the Chattahoochee praising Lanier’s philosophy and Georgia ties The Burns club history and Georgia Tech president Brittain honored Lanier Uncle Dave with Georgia colors and a Burns club decor backdrop.
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Dr W T Takes Cane Course In Pittsburgh Specialty
Dr Andrew L West has gone to Pittsburgh to take a postgraduate course in diseases of children. He will study six months at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and expects to relocate to Athens after completing his studies.
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No Police Court Docket Ahead for Judge Thorn
No cases were listed for trial in Police Court on Judge Thorn’s docket. The entry notes an empty calendar and no pending criminal matters scheduled for action.
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Peterson's Ointment Ad Highlights Sores and Itching
An advertisement touts Petersons Ointment as a remedy for old sores ulcers piles sore feet and chafing. It claims the product heals skin itch and seal itch with guaranteed outcomes and lists price points from 36c to $5.00.
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Hoboes Arrested On Train On The Run
Two hoboes were pulled off a S. A. L. train Thursday morning and their cases will not come up until Thursday afternoon in the police court.
Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand Ad Promises Relief
An advertisement touts Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand as a cure for nervousness fatigue and related issues. It promises improved well being in three days or a money back guarantee on the first box purchased from Palmer & Ben. It claims benefits for nervous system affections constipation loss of appetite sleeplessness and indigestion.
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