Republican Platform and Georgia University Notes
The Central Issue debates the force bill and election rights while praising Georgia’s University progress. It highlights the 1891 92 session results, Farmers Institutes growth, and Athens State Normal School support. The piece critiques Republicans as mediocrit and foresees Democratic strength in Chicago.
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University of Georgia supports teacher training and state education
The article praises the University of Georgia for advancing Normal school training in Georgia and uplifting state education, urging broad support. It also discusses renewed hope for Democratic success with Harrison and concerns about Whitelaw Reid and labor unions in the 1880s election context.
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University of Georgia
Georgia
Stand by Constitution Speech Prompts Southern Stand
Hon Bennett J Conyers speaks to university literary societies urging South to uphold the Constitution and resist expediency. He contrasts centralization with strict constitutional power and warns against socialism and government ownership advocated by Bellamy and George. He argues merit and the old constitutional order favor progress.
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Henry George
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Rising generation takes the stage in national affairs
An editorial notes older leaders aging out of politics and a younger generation moving forward. It praises the new crop of students and young speakers at the university for studying great questions with attention to masterful guidance.
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Georgia Scholar-Orator Set For Future State Leadership
The chapel stage displayed above average ability with speakers handling political questions in a democratic spirit. The Georgia scholar from the University of Georgia showed statesmanlike insight, indicating a promising future in shaping governmental affairs.
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University of Georgia
Farmers Must Grow Own Supplies to Weather Hard Times
The author argues Georgia farmers should increase home grain and reduce cotton to endure economic hardship. By cultivating crops at home and limiting reliance on external markets, farmers can sustain themselves even under adverse legislation. The piece predicts hard times ahead and urges self reliance as the ultimate remedy.
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Georgia
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Harrison and Reid Named Republican Ticket After Minneapolis Convention
The Minneapolis convention yesterday selected Benjamin Harrison as the Republican candidate and Whitelaw Reid of New York as the vice presidential nominee. Democrats are urged to oppose them over protectionism, monopoly, pensions, and race policies, with a decisive victory contingent on the Chicago convention choosing the right platform.
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Editorial on chickens and party roosts in Athens
A humorous essay compares country chickens in Athens to political birds. It notes their wakeful crowing under electric lights, the notion of false political fights, and the idea that chickens shifting from the Third party to Democratic roosts crow in delight until Democratic light shines again.
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United States
Athens
Buffalo Evening Times
Macon News
Georgia voters rally round Black in tenth district race
Georgia newspapers report consolidating Democratic support for Hon. James C. Black in the tenth district as counties line up and Republicans falter. The Savannah Press and Oconee Enterprise note strong party unity, with mentions of Polk’s illness, the Minneapolis platform, and Third Party shifts affecting fall elections.
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Savannah Press
Democratic split warned as third party movement grows
Augusta Evening News warns Georgia Democrats about a rising third party movement that could fracture the state party. It urges unity to block defections, noting Republicans may field a governor candidate and Prohibitionists already have a third party entrant, threatening Democratic strength in counties.
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Divided South and Democratic Unity Questioned
A Louisville editor denounces division within the Democratic Party arguing that a solid South and united North and West are essential for tariff reform and financial change. He mocks Henry Watterson and criticizes allowing him time at a national convention, labeling the request as foolish and improper.
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Henry Watterson
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Georgia tax plan to fund Union soldiers sparks debate
A Georgia audience questions a demand for a $37 50 tax to fund Union soldiers and departs with warnings of statewide costs. The piece also advertises Hall’s Catarrh Cure by EB J Cheney Co of Toledo urging readers to seek testimonials and circulars.
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