Georgia Democratic notices seek national posts in 1916
The Georgia Democratic Executive Committee confirms consent for any presidential candidate aligned with the party to use the name for delegates to the national convention in June 1916. John W. Bennett of Waycross reportedly plans to run for national committeeman, while Clark Howell files for re election. The Macon convention date is May 3.
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Gard
Democratic State Executive Committee of
Georgia
National Democratic Convention
Woodrow Wilson
St. Elmo Massengale
Democratic Executive Committee
Atlanta
South Georgia
John W. Bennett
Waycross
Clark Howell
Macon
White House
Washington
Mr. Massengale
Democratic Party
Ciorgia
Howell and Bennett to be Can didates for National Committee
Banner's Atlanta Bureau reports that a letter from President Wilson authorizes use of his name in Georgia to indicate the Democrats there prefer him for the presidency, though he declines entering the nomination contest. Lt. Elmo Massengale, secretary of the state Democratic executive committee, received the letter.
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Banner
Atlanta
Elmo Massengale
State
Democratic Executive Committee
Wilson
California Syrup of Figs advertised as child laxative
A vintage ad claims the tongue reflects liver and bowel activity and promotes California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children. It urges mothers to use a teaspoonful to relieve foul waste and illness, warns about counterfeits, and directs readers to buy the genuine product from California Fig Syrup Company.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Governor Harris Opens State Speech Tour to Boston Ga
Governor Nat E Harris starts a week long tour leaving Atlanta Monday for Boston Ga where he will deliver the principal address at the chautauqua opening Tuesday He will accept other invitations in the region and continue through the 11th Although not a formal campaign swing the trip is seen by friends as a trigger for renewed Harris club activity in the lower state with reports of early organizing efforts across several towns.
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Banner
s-Atlanta-Bureau
Atlanta
Nat E. Harris
Boston
Harris
Harris Clubs
Papes Diapepsin touted for quick stomach relief
An old advertisement extols Papes Diapepsin as instant relief for sour, gassy indigestion. It claims the product digests undigested food in five minutes, eases rebellion of the stomach, and allows normal meals, selling a large case for fifty cents at drug stores.
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Tomach T'S
Life Sentence Instead Hanging in Georgia Pardon Request
Letter from John R. Cooper appeals to the Georgia Prison Commission for commutation of Robert Kitchens’s death sentence to life imprisonment. The 1914 Washington County murder case involved race prejudices and conflicting testimony. Cooper notes Kitchens’s alleged manslaughter in the Brantley killing and calls for due process and equal protection under law.
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Banner
Atlanta
Prison Commission of Georgia
Macon
Prison Commission
Robert Kitchens
Superior Court
Washington County
Georgia
Supreme Court of Georgia
Supreme Court of the United States
United States
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Kitchens
State
Henry Brantley
Bessie Kitchens
Brantley
Sid Kitchens
William Kitchens
Hardeman
Sandersville
John R. Cooper
The Strange Case of Mary Page Deepens Mystery
The Strand screen flashes the new episode as Mary Page faints on the stand amid a courtroom scene. Edna Mayo and Henry Walthall drive the plot as the murder mystery unfolds with Mary unsure if she killed the stage angel. The Banner continues the tale, and crowds fill the theater each Wednesday.
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Mary Page
Mary
Angel
Edna Mayo
Henry Walthall
Strand
Banner
Ohio mother praises Foley’s Honey and Tar for children
Mrs P Redkamp of Covington Kentucky writes that after nearly two years of use Foley’s Honey and Tar is the only cough syrup that helps her eight children. The note reflects a strong testimonial for the product amid household use and parental care.
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P. Redkamp
Herman St
Covington, Ky
Foley
Damaged Goods Picture Urges Viewers To See Truth
A Athens screening of the picture play Damaged Goods drew large crowds and praise for its frank, warning portrayal of social sin. Reviewers called it an effective, non-amusing depiction of danger, urging mature audiences to learn from its bleak truth and avoid the deadly consequences of vice.
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Athens
Vaudelle
Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey for Your Child's Cough
A vintage remedy ad advises parents to give Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey for colds and coughs in children. It promises a pleasant taste, calming effect, better sleep, and quicker recovery, priced at 25 cents at the druggist.
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Dr. Bell
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Madame la Presidente
Howell
Bennett
National Committee
Madamela Presidente
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Aeste
Richard Bennett
N. P.M
Pye
Toomer Music House
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