Remittance Options and Athens State Issues Highlight Local News
Remittance methods include express, money orders, or registered letters. Subscribers should report late or missing deliveries to the business office. A special notice bans carriers from collecting subscriptions or selling papers. Athens discusses a state labor bureau, education pay bills, and a state auditor proposal with Joe Hill Hall promoting it. The University Summer School nears adjournment as it supports teacher training and state schooling efficiency. Morocco tensions rise amid France Germany dispute.
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Carrier Bay
Amendment to allow broader use of common school funds
The House passed a bill proposing an amendment to remove from the state constitution the restriction that common school funds may only support elementary teaching. If amended, funds could finance high school subjects and advance rural schools, matching city schools. Supporters urge passage and statewide voter approval.
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House of Representatives
Georgia debate over unlimited service pension bill
An unlimited service pension bill is before the Georgia legislature. The writer argues against extending pensions to the wealthy or those not in need, urging higher amounts only for veterans who require aid. Georgia now pays over a million dollars annually, and the writer sees no reason to broaden eligibility.
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Georgia
Nebraska Elminates Bryan In State Convention
Nebraska Democrats in a state convention passed no statement endorsing William Jennings Bryan. The party moved to avoid conflict and preserve harmony, but the action signals opposition to Bryan’s continued influence. The article suggests Bryan will resist being sidelined and may remain active in politics despite the convention’s stance.
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Harmon
Nebraska
Mr. Bryan
Center of population shifts west then hints south
The census shows the U S center of population moved 31 miles west and 0.7 miles north. The piece argues the westward drift will continue as western lands fill and southern farming areas offer cheap rich soil, predicting the center will move southward toward Kentucky in a future census.
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United States
Indiana
Kentucky
Foreigners and the Postal Savings Banks in America
An analysis argues that foreign arrivals distrust private banks but trust government backed postal savings banks. It questions the government profit model, noting the system transfers funds between the state and banks at a profit, and warns the experiment needs years to prove true success amid many potential pitfalls.
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America
Postal Savings
Postal
This Date in History July 27 Retrospective
This July 27 record traces events from 1689 Killiecrankie victory by James IIIs adherents to 1910 Ohio Republicans nominating Harding. It notes births and deaths including General Samuel Smith, Gilbert Stuart, and Ollie M. James, and mentions key historical moments such as the Paris uprising and Brigham Young leading the Mormon church.
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James
William Ili
Killiecrankie
Samuel Smith
Fort Mifflin
Lancaster
Baltimore
Franklin
London
Gilbert Stuart
Boston
Horn
Narragansett
Paris
Charles X
Longtime Kentucky Congressman Known as Low Tariff Democrat
The text notes a Kentucky congressman who represented the First District since 1903, described as a steadfast party man and a low tariff Democrat. It mentions he declined a nomination for vice president at the Denver convention and repeatedly faced governors’ nominations from his party.
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Tion Case
Kentucky
Denver
House of Representatives
Legislature Actions on Wednesday House and Senate
The House refused to reconsider a vote on a bill establishing a state bureau of labor. It introduced and passed a local bill number four. The Senate tabled a service pension bill after a three hour debate and passed a resolution creating a standing commission to lease the Western and Atlantic railroad. Several local bills were passed and new bills received. Democratic leaders urged Governor Smith to resign and join Washington to assist in tariff reductions.
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House of Representatives
Atlanta
Senate
HOUSE
state bureau of + labor
Western
Smith
Washington
Hay Fever Relief Promised by Foley's Honey and Tar
E. M. Stewart of Chicago reports great relief from hay fever during hot months using Foley's Honey and Tar Compound. He urges others suffering similarly to try it, noting his positive experience. Sold by all druggists.
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Foley
E. M. Stewart
Wolfram St
Chicago
Stewart
Political dope and looming Georgia governor race
Dope from the capitol centers on Governor Smith delaying appointments until after adjournment and a looming January transition with Governor Slaton. Smith factions favor T. S. Felder for strong statewide race while Pope Brown’s candidacy faces doubts. A primary is expected soon with Little Joe Brown and Felder as leading contenders.
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Athinta
Smith
Capitol
Kimball House
Senate
J. M Slaton
Slaton
Pope Brown
Little Joe” Brown
Waycross
Brown
T. 5. Felder
Hewlett Hall
Felder
T. B. Felder
Atlanta
Tom B. Felder
T. S. Felder
Auanta
Joe” Brown
Washington, D. C
Atlanta Constitution
Congress
Executive Committee
Flimball House
Georgia
Thomas S. Felder
New Labor Bureau Now For Georgia
Atlanta leaders announce a new state labor bureau with a $6000 appropriation for salaries and expenses. A commissioner at 2400 annually, an assistant at 1800, a stenographer at 900, and 900 for expenses are funded. The bureau will compile labor statistics and investigate mills and factories with emphasis on child labor to improve conditions statewide.
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Atlanta
House
Georgia
Farmers Institute Organizes for Oglethorpe County
At the Lexington Georgia farmers institute held Monday, attendees organized and elected officers to preside for the coming year over an agricultural institute. Its purpose is to advance Oglethorpe county farming and ensure an annual institute for promoting progressive farming in every branch. A large number of farmers joined and are enthusiastic members, with expected membership in the hundreds within a short time.
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Lexington
Farmers’ Institute
Oglethorpe County
Former Athens Citizen Stricken with Illness at Soldiers' Home
News from Athens reports Mr. R. K. Pridgeon, longtime city employee connected with Athens city hall, seriously ill at the Soldiers' Home in Atlanta. He was a valued member of the official city family for many years and many hope for his speedy recovery.
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R. K. Pridgeon
Soldiers’ Home
Athens
Atlanta
A Port Harrelson Man Credits King’s New Discovery
H B Martin of Port Harrelson South Carolina recalls a near fatal cough described as consumption and a dreadful cough. After a year of Georgetown doctors with no relief he tried Dr King’s New Discovery and was completely cured. The advertisement claims it cures coughs and bronchial ailments, with 50 cent and one dollar prices and a free trial bottle at local stores.
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H. B. Martin
Port Harrelson
S. C
Dotcors
Georgetown
W. J. Smith & Bro
H. R. Palmar
Vic tor Herbert Receives Doctor of Music Degree
Sprains require careful treatment and Chamberlain's Ointment is recommended for soreness. Lev Arthur plans changes to The Fox for its New York premiere in September. Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is advertised as effective for coughs and colds with no opiates. Sold by all dealers and druggists in yellow packaging.
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Chamberlain's
Lev Arthur
Fox
New York
Foley
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Normal School
Jefferson Road
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Ee. C. Kinnebrew
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Georgia Railroad
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College Avenue
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