Hon R E Davison Seen Set For Pretty Large Reelect Victory
Hon R E Davison chairman of the prison commission is expected to be reelected by a large majority. Supporters cite his diligent work at Atlanta and Milledgeville farm, state camp inspections, and updated accounting systems as proof of his effectiveness. The special auditor Charles J Metz praises the commission, and opponents are viewed as weak. Davison is also described as a fine farmer.
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R. E. Davison
Prison Commission
Davison
Bob Davison
Atlanta
Milledgeville
State Capitol
Charles J. Metz
Georgia
Davison’s Farm Roots Back an Office Holder’s Duty
The subject spent most of life on farm and ran a large mercantile business tied to farming. He is described as well fitted for his office and able to satisfy the people. It notes some may be disgruntled over trivial matters, but his state services will outweigh opposition.
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Davison
Baseball Results From National American and Southern Circuits
National league scores feature Chicago winning 5 to 1 over opponents, Boston 4 to 8 loss, Cincinnati 6 to 2, Brooklyn 1 to 3, St Louis 3 to 5, New York 4 to 5, Philadelphia 2 to 4, Pittsburgh 3 to 0, and Detroit 10 to 7 over Boston. Southern results include Chattanooga 4-0 over Little Rock 15-0 with rain ending, Atlanta 2 New Orleans 0 in 5 innings, Nashville 4 Memphis 0, Birmingham 2 Mobile 9, and Columbia 0 Charleston 2 with Jacksonville 2 Columbus 1. Augusta 2 Macon 1. only three games scheduled.
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Macon
For Sale Ford Car by Equity Holder on Good Terms
Five passenger Ford in prime condition offered by an equity holder with easy terms and a good note. Contact Ralph Walker at R L Carithers Sale Stables 167 West Clayton Street. Major W B Simmons, trustee of the University and lawyer, was in the city on professional business yesterday. Advertise your wants.
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Ford
Ralph Walker
W. BE. Simmons
Lawrenceville
University
Georgia Carolina Packing Co Million Dollar Concern
Atlanta July 29. Application filed with Secretary Cook to approve sale of one million dollars in stock to the Georgia Carolina Packing Company of Augusta. The plan includes a cold storage plant, refrigeration cars, and meat packing with by products turned into fertilizers. Officers listed are J P Wood president Bert C Berdikmans vice president and G Hackett secretary and treasurer.
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Atlanta
Philip Cook
Georgia-Carolina Packing Company
Augusta
Cook
Superior Court
J. P. Wood
Bert C. Berdikmans
G. Hackett
Carter Retains Singles Title in Southeast States
Augusta on July 29 H V Carter Jr retained the South Atlantic States singles title by defeating Augusta youth Rutledge Carter in a hard match.
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Carter
Southeast States
Associated Press
Augusta
V. Carter, Jr
South Atlantic States
Rutledge Carter
Colyer Indicted in Nashville for Bad Checks and Forged Names
Atlanta July 29 A S Colyer the man from nowhere linked to the Leo M Frank dictograph case is indicted in Nashville on charges of passing bad checks and forging names. Colyer reportedly comes from a prominent Tennessee family and has a history of court appearances. Relatives plan a bid to have him committed to an insane asylum.
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Atlanta, Ga
A. S. Colyer
Atlanta
Leo M. Frank
Nashville
Tenn
Colgar
Tennessee
Judge Ike Van Quentin Reflects on Human Nature
A Kansas City Star quote features Ike Van Quentin praising his judgment of people. He recalls lending a friend $10 a few months earlier and the friend failing to repay, illustrating his belief in others' reliability.
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Ike van Quentin
Kansas City Star
Young Watch Stirs Mom and Child at Christmas
A small Christmas gift delights a child as she exclaims about a “young watch” her mother received. The moment highlights a tender family scene with a humorous mishearing.
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Hda
Eda
Hartwell's Former Mayor Julius D Matheson Passes Away
Julius D Matheson former Hartwell mayor and bank vice president died at home in Hartwell Ga after a brief illness He was fifty eight and survived by a wife Lula Thornton and six children R E Matheson C E Matheson Thos L Matheson Mrs L L McMullan Lucile Matheson Mary Matheson and Mrs Aline Anderson of Greenville S C
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Banner
Hartwell, Ga
Julius D. Matheson
Hartwell
Hartwell Bank
Lula Thornton
R. E. Matheson
C. E. Matheson
Thos. L. Matheson
L. L. McMullan
Lucile Matheson
Mary Matheson
Aline Anderson
Greenville
S. C
Meeting of W. & A. Commission Put Off
The Western and Atlantic Commission meeting scheduled for August 10 and 11 in Atlanta is cancelled. A brief session on the 10th was planned, followed by an inspection at St Marys, but delay is due to pending state legislation on W. A. bills. Proposals include extending the road to the sea via Savannah, a Henderson plan to Florida, and expanding commission powers over sales and leases.
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Atlanta
Western and Atlantic Commission
St. Mary’s
Savannah
Henderson
Florida
Reason for Old Jokes on Stage
A Kansas City Journal humorous aside explains why old jokes endure on the stage. The gag works because the audience feels superior knowing the answer while the unaware actor appears to miss it.
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Gink
Kansas City Journal
Perry Not Worried Over McLendon Race
Atlanta July 29. Friends of Railroad Commissioner J A Perry greet news of S G McLendon running to succeed Perry with levity. The grapevine notes Perry has long claimed candidacy to seek another term and says “things look mighty good to me.”
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Atlanta
J. A. Perry
Georgia
Perry
New Trial Denied for Victor Innes by Judge Hill
Judge Hill refused a new trial for Victor Innes, ruling the application was overruled. The case moves to the state supreme court challenging indictment legality and sentence excess. Motion will seek Mrs. Innes release on recognizance without bond in the coming week.
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Banner
Atlanta
Innes
Variation In Reckoning Across Nations
A brief exploration notes that Britain uses a billion for a million millions while the United States defines a billion as a thousand millions. The piece hints at the futility of chasing desires, suggesting relief may come when a person stops to consider what they truly wanted after attainment.
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Great Britain
United States
How Much Sugar We Eat
Americans consume more sugar per person than any other nation, averaging over 95 pounds annually. The report highlights concerns about dietary choices and health impacts from high sugar intake.
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