Harris Enters Georgia Senate Race Amid GOP Interest
Hon William J Harris yesterday qualified as a candidate for the United States senate from Georgia. He follows the precedent set by Col B G McLendon in covering entrance fees, with friends already aiding the effort. News notes the draft age debate, tax proposals on soft drinks and near beer, and a Washington move to extend the draft age to 45. Textile leaders gathered in Atlanta for a vocational training plan funded federally, with Senator Hoke Smith delivering the keynote. All election entry fees must be paid by the 1st, with tight deadlines for legislative filings and August 15th close for some entries in 1918.
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William J. Harris
United States Senate
Georgia
Harris
8. G. McLendon
South
Atlanta
Southern Commercial Congress
Federal Board of Vocational Education
Clarence J. Owens
Congress
Hoke Smith
Judge Flynt
Keeping Life in Tune by Mrs A H Davison
A devotional verse urging daily mercy gentleness and cheerful service as a path to God’s will. The poem emphasizes loyalty to God, trust in His promise, and letting love guide daily life, ending with attribution to Mrs A H Davison.
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A. H. Davison
Women Demonstrate in Lafayette Square Over Senate Delays
Washington August 13 The Associated Press reports a new women’s suffrage demonstration in Lafayette Square protesting the Senate delay in enacting the amendment. Police moved to disperse the crowd as speakers urged action and reform.
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LaFayette Square
Associated Press
Washington
Woman's Party
Senate
Georgia Loyalists urged to back Harris over Howard in Senate race
A Georgia appeal argues President Wilson endorses W J Harris for the United States Senate, urging Howard to retire and unite loyal Democrats to defeat Hardwick. It warns a Hardwick victory would aid the Kaiser and stresses patriotism, unity, and support for Harris as Wilson’s chosen candidate.
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Wilson
Mr. Harris
Mr. Wilson
United States
Federal Trade Commission
Harris
Senate
Georgia
Hardwick
Howard
W. J. Harris
Woodrow Wilson
von Hernstorff
Kaiser
Woodrow
Providence
United States Senate
William J. Harris
Thomas W. Hardwick
Bumper crops despite droughts promise wartime abundance
The agricultural department reports a drop in grain and cotton value due to hot dry weather but notes larger plantings will offset losses. Winter wheat and other grains remain abundant. oats barley and rye also plentiful. Foodstuffs will feed Allies and home front as citizens support Liberty Bonds Red Cross and war efforts.
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Agricultural Department
Washington
Orn
Food Administration
Red Cross
Wartime food drive pledge echoes public resolve
An editorial urges adherence to government wartime conservation efforts despite timing changes, emphasizing that victory hinges on food support for the war and divine protection for those fighting the Kaiser to spread democracy worldwide.
Work or Fight arrives as new law takes effect
After lengthy debate the Work or Fight measure passes both houses, is signed by the governor and becomes law. Effective next Thursday it requires all male citizens age sixteen to fifty five to work five days a week with no excuses. Those idle or seeking fake jobs will face conscription and punishment.
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House
Senate
Chamber of Commerce Planning for Busy Fall Campaign
The Chamber of Commerce in Athens outlines a vigorous fall and winter agenda to boost commercial interests. Officers, led by President Abney, anticipate busy meetings from September onward as war recovery winds down and prosperity increases for farmers, merchants, and all industries nationwide.
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Chamber of Commerce
Athens
Abney
Berlin
Work For All Who Now Want to Work
Uncle Sam offers many jobs with varying qualifications and training needs. The civil service system posts daily openings from entry level to expert fields. Visit the Athens post office civil service clerk for data on positions applications exams pay and requirements.
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Uncle Sam
Athens
Gentry Likely To Head Southern Bell After Federal Control
The article lauds W. T. Gentry of Atlanta as a pivotal leader in Southern Bell and Cumberland Telephone, noting his long service since organization, rise to president, and the belief federal control will leave him in charge of the southern system. It expresses public trust he will remain at the helm despite changes.
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Telephone and Telegraph
Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company
Cumberland Telephone Company
W. T. Gentry
Atlanta
Gentry
Southern Bell Company
Telephone Company
South
No Liquor Can Be Sold on Trains
Washington announces an immediate ban on liquor sales in railroad stations or on trains. An Athens man, B. J. Wilson, shares a kidney health testimonial for Doan's Kidney Pills, praising its effectiveness after a past episode and recommending it to others with kidney issues.
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Associated Press
Washington
Athens
B. J. Wilson
College Ave
Doan
Palmer & Sons
Dean
Dean's Kidney Pills—the Same That Mr. Wilson Had. Foster-Milburn Co., Mfgra
Buffalo, N. Y
Revival Ends at Bethabara Church Bogart Ga
A large revival at Bethabara Baptist church in Oconee county Bogart Ga ended Saturday at ten with thirty new members. twenty eight were baptized in the river at Carither's mill as Rev W M Faust of Winder preached daily at 10 am and 7 pm. The old fashioned meeting delighted attendees from miles around. The church, historic and large near Athens, long led by Drs G A Nunnally and H R Bernard, featured S R Welborn leading the song service with local talent.
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Bogart
Old Bethabara Baptist Church
Oconee County
Carither's Mill
W. M. Faust
Winder
Athens
G. A. Nunnally
H. R. Bernard
S. R. Welborn
Elbert County Campaigns Under Way in Georgia
Elberton Ga Aug 12 political activity heats as county commissioner James McIntosh seeks re election while J T Ginn of Bowman and Er L Adams of Elbert place run to replace him Five candidates enter the race for the legislature including WW J P Jones Z B Rogers W T Brown and A P Deadwyler plus T W Bond Madison county is poised to provide the district senator CE Adams is the only announced candidate
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Elberton
Elbert County
James McIntosh
J.T. Ginn
Bowman
Er. L. Adams
Ww’. JP Jones, Z. B. Rogers, W. T. Brown, Lee, A. P. Deadwyler
T. W. Bond
Madison County
CE. Adams
Miss Lina Mae Elders Visits Mrs Saxon in Watkinsville
Miss Lina Mae Elders of Monroe is a guest of Mrs. O. A. Saxon in Watkinsville, visiting for a period.
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Lina Mae Elders
Monroe
O. A. Saxon
Watkinsville
Governor Dorsey Court Appointee Seeks Re election
The Georgia judge and former Grand Master of Odd Fellows announces for re election while reflecting on his tenure. He notes his work on the City Court, strong bar endorsements, and service as a college trustee. He cites heavy duties limiting campaign time and calls on voters to assess his record.
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Geores Sodas
City Courts of Law
Pele & Benen Rte St Phashh
Bans and
Odd
Odd Fellows
Range Female College
Doreyedmans Merced
Dorseyt
Harwell
Court of Appeals
Hans Brandpoint
Ani
Georgia
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