Mean Sweep for Wilson in 1912 Governor Race
The Vermont and Maine results signal a strong Democratic advance in November. Analysis shows Democrats improve vote shares while Republicans shrink, with Maine showing a split among Taft Roosevelt and Democrats. The New York Post envisions Taft carrying only Rhode Island and Vermont nationwide if trends hold.
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Augusta Poultry Show at Georgia Carolina Fair
The Augusta Poultry Club plans the fall show linked to the Georgia Carolina Fair. The poultry exhibit, housed in a large building, drew 3 500 birds last year and will expand. Chickens turkeys pigeons geese and ducks from Georgia South Carolina and beyond will be on display. The event runs November 4 to 9 with high quality breeds including White and Buff Orpington Leghorns Langshans Plymouth Rocks Rhode Island Reds and more.
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Electric Bitters Restore Health Says Georgia Reader
The ad claims successful men stay energetic through health, praising Electric Bitters. Charles B. Allen from Sylvania, Georgia reports relief from rheumatism, liver and kidney issues after four bottles. Sold for 60 cents at local stores W. J. Smith & Bro. and H. R. Palmer & Sons.
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Wilson Mocking Taft With Fishing Metaphor At Banquet
Governor Wilson jested at the New York Press club banquet about a House of Representatives like the Senate, claiming Republicans will keep control. He warned Democrats face no relief from high living costs if the GOP stays in power. Eight Taft electors in Missouri pledge to vote for Roosevelt if elected. Wilson’s quip aims to amuse while guiding public thought.
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New York Press Club
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Effective Home Remedy for Tuberculosis
A 1905 account promotes Eckman’s Alterative as a home remedy for tuberculosis symptoms. The writer describes a cold turning into chest symptoms, claiming improvement after weeks at home without a hospital stay. The note references New Jersey and mentions ongoing treatment at home with alleged respiratory benefits.
Mutt and Jeff to Captivate Athens at Colonial
A whirling show arrives in Athens next Monday featuring Mutt and Jeff and a 45 member company of singers dancers and comedians. The musical comedy promises lively humor entrancing music 25 pretty chorus girls and lavish scenery. Box office receipts cite top city shows in New York and Harlem confirming its popularity. Tickets go on sale nine o clock Monday with mail reservations and early purchase urged.
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Gulf of Mexico
Georgia Vanderbilt Football Game at Ponce De Leon Stirs Controversy
A row over park rental at Ponce de Leon baseball field erupts as Georgia Tech allegedly overcharged visiting teams and kept 10 percent of gate receipts. The Georgia-Vanderbilt game on October 19 will be the sole event at the ground with both teams paying their 10 percent share.
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Early risers lead Atlanta in business ranks at dawn
Atlanta's top financiers lawyers and real estate leaders start work at about 7 30 each morning well before clerks. Forrest Adair Asa G Candler Col W L Peel Luther Z Rosser Alex W King Jack J Spalding Dick Gray Clark Howell and other notable figures rise early to desk duties across the city.
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Dick Gray
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Honk Honk Law Enforced In Atlanta
Cincinnati report notes Atlanta adopts a new traffic signal ordinance requiring cars to be equipped with loud audible signals for emergencies, replacing hand operated bulbs. The measure, mirroring Chicago and St Louis, aims to reduce accidents by ensuring clear warnings in all traffic conditions.
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Crossing the Street Where No Crossing in Atlanta
In Atlanta on September 23, debate centers on whether Emma Clifton, killed by a car, was crossing mid block where no crossing exists. If pedestrian fault absolves driver A H Shapford, criminal and civil liability for the autoist may be erased. city ordinance requires crossing only at designated points.
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Emma Clifton
A. H. Shapford
Opening Oct 1 at Colonial Theater Suzanne Carter Heads Cast
Advance notices promise a packed house for the Colonial Theater opening on October 1 with Suzanne Carter and her merry maids in a praised musical comedy. Miss Carter leads a talented troupe, supported by comedians, with matinee and evening prices set to be affordable for Athens audiences. The new management pledges daily shows and fair pricing to attract liberal patronage, using lighter musical comedies on dark nights to fill the season.
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Suzanne Cater
Merry Maids
Miss Carter
Athens
Prince Avenue Creamery Moves to New Location
The Prince avenue creamery plans relocation from Prince and Childs streets to a remodeled store room just west of the uptown fire hall. The move targets occupancy soon as remodeling completes.
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Diapepsin Promises Quick Relief for Indigestion
An ad praises Pape's Diapepsin for rapid relief of sour stomach, indigestion, and gastritis. It claims five minute digestion, candy taste, harmless formula, and no need for laxatives, urging readers to buy a fifty cent case and keep it for family use.
Conference of Catholic Charities Opens Biennial Meeting
The National Conference of Catholic Charities begins its biennial meeting in Washington D C as officials gather to discuss alliance goals and charitable programs.
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Conference OF Catholic Charities
Washington, D. C
National Conference of Catholic Charities
Wilson Address Draws Pennsylvania Democrats in Scranton
A large Pennsylvania Democratic gathering in Scranton featured Governor Woodrow Wilson speaking at the notification meeting for state ticket candidates. Congressman A Mitchell Palmer chaired. Wilson to address tonight at the armory. United Irish League of America opened tonight at the Academy of Music with William H K Redmond among notable attendees.
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Irish Parliamentary Party
Emerald Isle convention draws delegates to Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on September 23 a large gathering of Irish mood delegates arrives for the United Irish League meeting. Enthusiasm runs high for the future prospects of Ireland as delegates from distant areas join the annual convention in the city.
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United Irish League
Philadelphia
Emerald Isle
Storefront overhauls downtown corner two streets named
Dr. J. H. T. McPherson is upgrading the uptown store room at the Prince avenue and Pope street corner, once J. O Keese. The iron and glass front will enhance appearance. Avenue Pharmacy plans to move into the new space in the same block next door.
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