Georgia Legislature Debates Rail Tax Bill and Other Measures
The Georgia House voted down Perry of Gwinnett’s bill to create a state board of tax assessors for railroads, while senators discussed Hamrick’s game protection bill and Chappell’s proposal to empower counties to condemn land for road material, among other measures.
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Gwinnette
Hall of Bible
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Floyd
Steed
Taylor
Everett
Stewart
Tamlin
Carroll
Slaton
Palton
Hall
Bibb
Franks
Tarney Ve Ang
Senate
Hamrick
Behator Chappell
President Roosevelt Votes in Oyster Bay Move
President Roosevelt leaves at 11 for Oyster Bay to vote there tomorrow aboard the Laconia car. Mrs Roosevelt and aides travel with him as the party heads to New York later, with voting plans in Oyster Bay and Homestead noted for other staff.
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Washinatox
Roosevelt
Roosevale
Gary Cortelyou
Siertiary Ease
Henry Pinckney
White House
Pennsylvania
New US
Roosevelt Wremaly
New York
Loeb
Pickney
Bosh
Coatre
Homestead
I. L Roosevelt
Washington
Tragedy in Cotton Patch Ends in Slaying Charge
Jordon Jackson of Mogr o is charged with the killing of Jim House in Graves County Georgia three miles south of the town in a cotton patch on November 4. Graves authorities report a fatal shooting in a rural field with evidence pending. Investigators describe a singular motive and await further testimony.
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Jordon Jackson
M Dawson
Jim House
Graves
This County
Cotton fire at Jackson depot destroys hundred bales
A fire at the Jackson Georgia Southern depot destroyed about 100 bales of cotton on the platform. The blaze, whose cause is unclear, burned for hours and could have endangered nearby stores and a railroad warehouse. Loss estimated over 5000 dollars with no injuries reported. Nearby weather and other items follow in this news roundup.
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Jackson
R W. Mays
N. R. McCord
J. A. Plunket
Indian Territory
Musxooes
Winnie Davis Memorial Hall Plan by Daughters of Confederacy
Aldred Rutherford, president of the Daughters of the Confederacy divisions, will map plans to raise funds for the Winnie Davis Memorial Hall. She aims to lay the cornerstone of the new dormitory at Rock College within the next year, with several dollars already on hand and more expected through active fundraising.
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Aldred Rutherford
Daughters Infederacy
Atherford
Rock College
Two Confederate Officers Die on Same Day
Captains J Kennard and R D Walker, close wartime comrades and the last survivors of the gunboat crew supplying Fort Pulaski, both died on the same day in Savannah and the city.
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J . Kennard
R D. Walker
Savannah
Kennard
Walker
Fort Pulaski
Fall Festival near Montgomery ends amid mixed success
The Montgomery fall festival closes on November 4 with sentiment against license and youth temptations reported. Boat races and the Auditorium vaudeville stand out as redeeming features, while the fair may exit debt free despite quieter public support. A boat club may form from the aquatic interest.
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Montgomery
Ala
The
Fair Association
Democratic drive solid for ratification in state
Suro of Ratification, Bruianam, Ala. Nov. 4 Congress man O. W. Underwood, chairman of the state Democratic campaign committee says the Democratic forces of the state are practically a unit in support of the new constitution. In every county the executive committee has machinery in the field to secure ratification and the committees have done superb and effective work. Each committee has been furnished with an abundance of campaign literature and speakers for ratification.
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Suro
Bruianam
Ala
Democrats Claim City of New York Victory Predicted
The close municipal campaign ends with Seth Low and Edward M. Shepard urging a large turnout. Fusionist William Travers Jerome faces Henry W. Unger for district attorney, while Grout and Van Wyck are also canvassed. Both sides predict large margins despite facing a weather favorable to a heavy vote.
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New York
Seth Low
Edward M. Shepard
Justice William Travera Jérome
New York County
Tiakes
Robert A. van Wyck
Supreme Court
Edward M. Grout
Grout
Brooklyn
William Travers Jerome
Henry W. Unger
War Office to Dispatch 5000 Mounted Men to South Africa
New York dispatch notes British plans to send 5000 mounted troops to South Africa within six weeks while home forces total about 7000. It cites training needs and potential recalls of veterans from India for a cavalry reorganization. A 100000-man permanent garrison is mentioned later. Also reports on African American juror inclusion in Clarke County jury pools and a rare white jury appearance.
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New York
London
the Tribune
South Africa
Pritis Cavalry Division
India
McKinley Principles Theme Dominate Buckeye Election Eve
Ohio voters face an election eve with a quiet campaign and party hopes. Republicans cite a larger statewide plurality though fear slim margins on the state ticket and a tight legislature, while Democrats rely on off year trends. Local races in Cincinnati Cleveland Toledo and Columbus shape focus beyond national and state issues. McKinley principles keynote urges support alongside Roosevelt, with forecasts of strong GOP gains and possible Senate majority.
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Opumnon
Ohio
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Southern Railway
Cleveland
Johnson
Toledo
Columbus
Hanna
McKinley
Pnaineec
Roosevelt
Gillam
W. A. Taylor
Taylor
Dense Fog Halts London Traffic Across England
London experiences pea soup fog for 34 hours, disrupting navigation and causing collisions. Thermometers plummet to freezing as ice forms. travel and daily pursuits are largely interrupted across London and parts of England. In other notes, General Frederick Funston to receive leave, Schley declines courtesy, and telegraph professional W. Welch dies suddenly in Minnesota.
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London
England
Drowning Rumors Tied to Insurance Plot in Alabama
sensational allegations arise after Mrs Bastia Collier of Union Grove near Paint Rock is reported drowned in the Tennessee river. investigators allege a $5000 life policy prompted a conspiracy with Charlea Amos and wife of Charlottesville, with claims that Amos and accomplices plotted to collect. witness accounts mention skiffs overturning and pleas for help as Barber and others raised the alarm.
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Alabama
Ganlepes
Als
Bastia Collier
Union Grove
Tennessee
Paint Rock
Reeser
Charlea Amos Fend
Charlottesvills
Amos
Mallow Pace
Barber
Collier
Pension Warrants Issued For Confederate Pensions In Alabama
State Auditor Thomas L. Bowell announced 18 862 warrants issued for Confederate pensions to probate judges across Alabama counties. The warrants, now completed, will be delivered to eligible recipients via the probate offices, with funds released once processed by the state treasurer.
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Alabama
Mortaominy
Ala
Thomas L. Bowell
Persams
Pensi
Great Dress Goods Sale Begins Monday Broadcloths to Whip Cords
Beginning Monday morning the city will witness an unprecedented dress fabrics sale featuring imported and domestic broadcloths and a vast assortment of fabrics including Queen of all, Venetians, zibilenes, camelshairs, prunellas, golflings, cheviots, armures, serges, and whip cords. The display promises a broad, fashionable range from the world's looms.
Millinery Exhibition Showcases Athens Hats of Distinction
Millinery displays feature works by renowned artists and local studios. Caroline Reboux Marescot Lawrence Heitz-Boyer are among names highlighted, with American skilled craftsmanship praised as the finest and most exclusive styles Athens has seen.
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Caroline Reboux Marescot
Lawrence, Heitz-Boyer
Athens
Tailor Suits Jackets Waists Skirts in Ready-to-Wear
One of the store’s popular departments offers the latest styles in ready-to-wear garments. We stay in touch with fashion centers and feature a special lot of fine suits and wraps arriving by Saturday for tomorrow’s sale.
Furs and Neckwear Display at Bargain Prices
A sale featuring fur boas and neckpieces in mink, beaver, persine lamb, stone marten and more. Prices range from $1.50 to $85.00 with stylish chiffon and silk collarettes also offered.
Blanket prices listed for cotton and wool in 19th century ad
The passage promotes plain value blankets and comforts with prices: 10x4 white cotton blankets at 1.25 per pair, 11x4 white wool blankets at 3.60 per pair. High end blankets priced 4.00 to 10.00, with Bedee offering comforters at 0.85 to 2.00 each and larger comfort items at 4.50, 35.00 and 6.00 per item.
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