Eighth Congress Race Draws Attention in Atlanta District
In Georgia's eighth district political figures stir activity as candidates vie for Congress. Notable mover Shackelford of Athens advocates strong cotton price support, including a forty cent minimum price speech in New Orleans before bankers and officials. His work boosts cotton interests and Federal Reserve Bank backing for farmer loans.
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Shackelford's April Cotton Speech Spreads Wide Attention
Shackelford delivered a forceful speech at the Montgomery cotton convention in April. He reportedly has given 251 speeches in the last ten months, traveling thousands of miles to advocate for higher cotton prices. His push yielded a Federal Reserve note from W P G Harding endorsing support for cotton, influencing price gains with broad publicity.
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Atlanta Mecca for beggars of all sorts
Special to The Banner describes Atlanta as a hub for professional beggars and disabled panhandlers. The piece portrays beggars on Whitehall Street and at street corners, noting public tolerance and the absence of visible shoe sales or pencil hawking. The tone critiques city authorities for inaction.
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Whining professionals rise in Atlanta crowds this summer
A fragmentary report notes a new breed of complaints in Atlanta during the summer season with critics accusing so called professionals of “working” the crowds. The text implies tension between benefactors and recipients over rewards like pencil or shoestrings.
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Atlanta
Wendell Pills Ambition Brand Promises Nervous Relief
The ad touts Wendell’s Ambition Brand Pills as a quick fix for nervous debility and despondency, claiming vigor and vitality in days. Palmer & Son offers refunds on first boxes, priced at sixty cents, with widespread dealer availability and endorsements for overwork, alcohol, and tobacco related nervou s disorders.
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