First Methodist Church to Be All Made Over
The First Methodist congregation subscribes $10,000 for remodeling and expansion of the Lumpkin and Hancock church. Plans call for reorienting the interior, enlarging seating and Sunday school rooms, and adding entrances. The finance committee aims for total funding of $20,000 to complete the project and strengthen church work.
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First Methodist Church
Lumpkin and
Hancock
Lumpkin Street
John D. Moss
J. N. Webb
R. P. Stephens
John T. Anderson
David C. Barrow
South
Supreme Court voids Madison County elections ruling
The Georgia Supreme Court declares the 1909 acts abolishing the city court of Danielsville and creating three road and revenue commissioners illegal. Elections held Oct 5, 1909, are void leaving Tolbert as road commissioner and the Danielsville court in force. Statements note attorneys and local officials involved and urge public cooperation. Also includes a farm ad for Chamberlain's Liniment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison County
Aboliah
Danielsville
Supreme Court
H. H. Tolbert
J. F. L. Bond
A. H. Long
Meadow
Tolbert
Bond
Long
Injuncton
Dantelsville
Ordinary
H.C. Tuck
Mesara Cobb & Erwin
Athens, Ga
Tolbert and
Boul
Mmr
John BE. Gordon
George C. Thoman
John J. Strickland
Athens
Executive Committee Sets May Meeting for Primary Rules
The state executive committee led by Democratic Chairman Hewlett A. Nall of Newnan plans a May 4 or 5 meeting to set a primary date and nomination rules. The primary would be open to qualified white voters who agree to accept the nominees. County committees would choose their delegates, with legislature adjournment likely triggering a primary date.
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State Executive Committee
Hewlett A. Nall
Newnan
General Assembly
Ito
Cough Remedy Ad Teaches Relief From Hoarseness
A vintage ad touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for hoarseness and throat tickle with claims of night cough relief. It urges readers to buy from druggists and win satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Aunt Mahala McQueen Dead at 98 After Sewing for Wars
A cottage in Athens reports the death of Aunt Mahala McQueen at 98. Born near Cherokee Corners in Oglethorpe County she sewed for soldiers in 1849 the Confederacy in the 1860s and Spanish American War. She raised twelve children two survive Sam McQueen and Julia Whitfield. Funeral at Pierce's Chapel AME Church at 2 today with burial in Gospel Pilgrims cemetery.
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Mahalie McQueen
Hull Street
United States
South
Clarke County
Federal Building
Middle
Ufe
Cherokee Corners
Oglethorpe County
Hills
Vamued Chancellor Barrow
Sam MclQueen
Athens
Julia Whit|eld
Pierce
Chapter A. M. E
Gospel Pilgrims' Cemetery
East
Old Dixie
New Whisky Delivery Rule Tightens Signatures Across Homes
Chattanooga and Jacksonville express offices announce a new order effective Monday requiring the consignee or a bona fide dated order to receive whiskey deliveries. The rule bars signatures by wives or household staff and cites Section 238 of the U.S. penal code with penalties up to $5,000 fine or two years in prison. This change aims to curb illicit shipments and prevent unauthorized delivery of intoxicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
Jacksonville
Southern Express Company
Eli
Express
United States
Lany Railroad Company
Express Company
Sears
Strict enforcement of whisky shipment rules by express agents
A Georgian reporter recounts a sharp pledge from an express company rep to strictly enforce delivery rules. Recipients must sign for each shipment and minors are barred from alcohol orders. Deliveries require a bona fide order and personal identification if picked up at the office. The piece closes with a whimsical query about potatoes onions and thyme.
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Soing
Consignee
Roof Upgrade Promises Value and Test in Town
Vulcanite roofing is advertised as a durable cost effective solution sold locally by Talmage Hardware Company with the option to test it in store. The pitch emphasizes pleased owners and affordable quality compared to similar products available nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vulcanite
Talmage Hardware Company
Now What Will S G McLendon Do In Georgia Politics
Atlanta March 22 The former railroad commissioner S G McLendon whose discharge was upheld by the Supreme Court will hold a conference with his lawyers this week to decide his future. He could appeal to the U S Supreme Court or run in the state primary or both, with many expecting him to pursue a campaign for railroad commissioner to seek vindication.
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Atlanta
Mareh
S G. McLendon
Supreme Court
London
Supreme Court of the United States
Oace
Melendon
Brown
McLendon
How Good News Spreads
Tam 70 years old and travel most of the time writes that Electric Bitters restore health and vitality. The testimonial claims they tone the stomach, improve kidneys and bowels, stimulate the liver, invigorate nerves, and purify blood. Sold for 50c with guaranteed satisfaction by W. J. Smith & Bros. and H. R. Palmer & Sons.
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Tam
B. F. Toleon
Elizabethtown
W. J. Smith & Bros
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Baskkatchewan Mid Winter Fair Opens in Regina
The Baskkatchewan annual mid winter fair opened in Regina Saskatchewan on March 22 with strong attendance. Entries across departments rise, especially in horse and cattle shows. Judges include Robert Nees Sr Howlek P Q and Prof F H Peters. The fair runs a full week with livestock association meetings and lectures planned each day.
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Countree
Regina
Sask
P. Q. Percherons
F. H. Peters
Manitoba Agricultural College
Winnipeg
A. G. Hopkins
D. A. Gaumnitz
St. Anthony Park
Minn
F. H Peters
J. G. Barron
Carberry
Man
Judges Are Timid Won’t Wear Robes In Georgia Supreme Court
A Georgia newspaper notes the state Supreme Court hesitates to adopt formal robes, citing democracy and public sentiment. Justices defer to the bar’s views, while the Georgia Bar Association plans to revisit the suggestion in three months amid mixed public reaction.
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Atlanta
State Supreme Court
Georgia Bar Associaaion
Georgia
Georgia Bar Association
Ihe
Gecests Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Etate
Bar
Caesar
Wife trails husband 2000 miles to Chicago court
In Chicago Miss Ince Hunt and RE Lester Woolway were arraigned at Harrison Street police court after Mrs Woolway tracked her husband from Mexico. Woolway, an electrical engineer, faces alleged infidelity with Hunt and the arrest was sparked by his wife who followed him to Chicago six months after their marriage.
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Chicago
Harrison Street
Lester Woolway
Ince Hunt
Woolways
Mexico
Sted Woolway
Woolway
Miss Hunt
Drama League to Improve Drama Unveiled in Chicago
Chicago officials announce the Drama League will be launched tonight in Evanston with delegates from about 150 clubs and women’s organizations. The convention aims to unite drama reformers to create an enlightened play going public across the United States.
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Chicago
Drama League
Central West
Drama Club
Hvanston
Fleet Congregational Church
United States
Emory Speer Attacks Peonage in Augusta Grand Jury Charge
In a federal court in Augusta Judge Emory Speer delivered a forceful charge to the grand jury condemning peonage practices and urging action against forced labor. The remarks highlighted legal remedies and the need to indict violators.
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Emory Speer
Augusta
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el Paso
Colorado
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Fay Thompson
Strest
Sne
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Ornia
Mahala McQueen
Eapress Company
United States Supreme Court
Baskkatchewan
Athens Compress Company
W. J Smith & Bros
H. R. Palmer & Sone
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Inman, Akers & Inman
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Ely
Ely Bros
Warren Street
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Neste
Bowll
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