Athens Plan tax revision praised by state officials
Secretary C. C. Callaway of the Athens Chamber of Commerce sent the Athens Plan of tax revision to lawmakers and officials, drawing appreciative replies from Comptroller General W. A. Wright, Georgia’s railroad commissioner head Candler, Col. Fred Paxon, and financier Wm. Hurd Hillyer. The letters express approval and support for adopting the plan to modernize Georgia taxation and ensure equitable revenue.
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C. C. Callaway
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Athens
Chamber of Commerce
Fred Paxon
Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta
William Hurd Hillyer
W. A. Wright
Atlanta
Co. C. Callaway
C. M. Candler
C, C. Callaway
Georgia
Mr. Callaway
Chamber
Col. Paxon
F. J. Paxon
Dr Soule’s Service to Georgia Agriculture Urged
The Atlanta Journal editorial lauds Dr Andrew M Soule president of the State College of Agriculture. It defends his leadership and cites the college as a driver of Georgia farm progress, noting increased attendance, influence and a tenfold return on state funding. It argues Georgia’s climate and soil give greater potential than Minnesota or Wisconsin, urging continued support.
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Atlanta Journal
Andrew M. Soule
State College of Agriculture
Soule
Georgia
Uebuilt
The
Agricultural College
the Agricultural College
Uke Shakescare
Righeorgians
Atlanta Constitution
College of Agriculture
General Assembly
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Northwest
Returning Georgia planter revisits old Athens roots
Moses Harris of Hancock County, a major 7000 acre planter, visited Athens for a few hours returning to the University of Georgia’s campus after 37 years. He toured the Georgian hotel, Banner office, Holman Building, and old sites with Capt J H Rucker, recalling campus life and praising Dr Soule’s work at the State College of Agriculture.
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Moses Harris
Hancock County
Athens
L. G. Hardman
Commerce
Sparta
University of Georgia
Georgian
J. H. Rucker
College Town
Banner
Henderson
Magnolias
Holman
Homie
Dr. Smith
Capt. Rucker
Clayton Street
Davison- Nicholson Company
Harris
Dr. Soule
State College of Agriculture
Four Little Atlanta Stories on Dog Days Beliefs and Politics
Georgia faces dog days with old world notions of heat illness. Articles discuss Sirius, Nazarin myths, and snakes going blind. Editors urge paying teachers. mentions Governor Blaton and Georgia legislature. outlines Progressive movement preparations for statewide races.
Read this Athens testimony endorsing Dean’s Kidney Pills
Mrs Richards of Athens Georgia urges continued publication of her former endorsement. She calls Dean's Kidney Pills the best remedy for kidney trouble. For sale by all dealers priced 50 cents. Wester Milburn Co of Buffalo NY were U S agents. Remember the name Dean's and take no other.
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Athens
Richards
N. Thomas
Dean
Wester-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
W C Roberts 15 Out Again On Bond
W C Roberts faces a renewed bond issue after a new trial that was to be heard last week. The case will be argued before the judge, with Roberts seeking release pending further proceedings.
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W. C. Roberts
Con& New
Georgia Legislature Battles Over Expenditures And Tax Reform
Special to the Uaaner Atlanta July 29 legislative week opens with Senate seeking economy in general appropriations while House debates tax reform plans. President Anderson urges a county and state tax equalization board to curb disparities and boost state revenue, aiming to cut the 5 mill limit. Senate eyes boosts for school funds and other considered appropriations, plus a notable request for $10,000 to manufacture and distribute typhoid vaccine. The board of health proposal, backed by Dr. H F Harris, would fund vaccine production and free distribution across the state, reflecting proven drops in typhoid deaths among immunized patients. If the general bill passes this week, governor likely signs, with battles on later special bills to follow. The tax reform push centers on equalization. counties with lower taxes for schools and pensions fear losing revenue, making a state board essential for a credible reform.
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Uaaner
Atlanta
House
Senate
House Committee
Anderson
Georgia
State Board of Health
H. F. Harris
Georgia Health Department
United States
Harris
State Board of Tax Equalizers
Georgia Faces Reciproc ity Strain As Licenses Not Recognized
Eighteen of thirty eight states have refused to recognize licenses issued by Georgia medical examiners in recent years. The article notes a shrinking reciprocity with a past agreement with eight states and claims Georgia’s licensing standards are too lax. Georgia doctors say reform is needed to tighten requirements and restore mutual recognition.
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Atlanta
Georgia Board of Medical Examiners
Islation
Georgia
Homes Needed for Homeless Babies in Athens
Editor of The Athens Banner asks readers to assist the Georgia Children's Home Society in finding loving homes for homeless children from infancy to age fifteen. Mr. Robert B. McCodd, superintendent, travels from Atlanta to Athens seeking suitable families to adopt and provide care in a Christian home environment.
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Athens
Robert B. McCodd
Foote & Davies
Atlanta
Athens Banner
Georgia Children’s Home Sociery
Uncle Sam Seeks Field Service Stenographer and Typewriter
Announcement calls for applicants for stenographer and typewriter posts in the U S Field Service. Open to men and women 18+, U S citizens or with allegiance. Exams in August in Athens and Atlanta with Form 1424 and 1371 required. Applications due by 1913 deadline. field service exams held quarterly. multiple offices listed.
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Athens
Atlanta
Unite States
United States
Board of Civil-Service Examiners
Enna
Wich
Washington D. C
United States Civil Service Commission
Commission
District Secre- Civil Service
Mellow Geen
Memphis, Tenn
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