Clarke's Official Figures Declared Delegates Named Macon
Clarke County Democratic executive meeting canvassed the primary returns from seven precincts and the city vote. Winners declared from the court of appeals race were Jenkins, Bloodworth and Stephens. Delegates to the Macon convention on the 26th named from Dorsey supporters: E H Dorsey, Harry Hodgson, B E K Lumpkin Jr, D R Dobbs as delegates. Percy Johnson, J D Bradwell, Bob Davis and T F Green as alternates. National aid funds allocated and official primary tallies listed for governor and other statewide offices.
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Clarke County
Democratic Executive Committee
Howell Erwin
Court House
Fortson
Clarke
Court of Appeals
Jenkins
Bloodworth
Stephens
Macon
Dorsey
Erwin
Fmacon
Messrs
E. H. Dorsey
Harry Hodgson
BE. K. Lumpkin, Jr
T. ©. Green
P. 8. Johnson
J. D. Bradwell
Bob Davis
Percy Johnson
Dorsey Club
O. R. Dobbs
Eight Hour Law Seen as Boomerang by Rail Brotherhoods
Samuel G. Dun editor of the Railway Magazine, who advised railroad presidents before the Adamson bill, warned in Mackinac Island that the eight hour law may backfire on labor unions. He argued the act fixes neither an eight hour pay day nor an eight hour work day and implies railways cannot pay less than eight hours for a day's work.
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Associated Press
Mackinac Island
Samuel G. Dun
Railway Magazine
Gerard criticised by German press over submarine war remark
Berlin September 13 Associated Press James W Gerard American ambassador to Germany has been rebuked by a section of the German press for a remark attributed to him about the Reichstag speech He reportedly said officials from districts tied to exports to America could not defend ruthless submarine warfare The German press calls the remark presumptuous and accuses him of assuming German policy serves American export interests
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Associated Press
Berlin
James W. Gerard
Germany
Reichstag
Gustav Stronung
Gerard
America
Hundreds of Cities Seek Government Armor Plant Site
Washington on September 13 hearing room heard offers for sites for a projected $11,000,000 government armor plate plant. More than a hundred cities submitted proposals to the Navy Department while officials expect construction to begin as soon as a site is chosen, likely avoiding private sales. The political scene also shifts as Bryan campaigns for Wilson, reflecting broader wartime mobilization and leadership contests.
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Washington
Navy Department
Resolutions Honor Rector Beatty Leaving Emmanuel Parish
The wardens and vestry of Emmanuel church express deep gratitude for Rev. Troy Beatty’s twenty years of service as he leaves for Grace church in Memphis. They note his social work, steadfast faith, and sincere ministry while pledging prayers and support for his new field and commend Grace church to recognize his fine qualities. The secretary will forward the resolutions to Beatty, the Grace vestry, and the local press.
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Emmanuel Parish
Troy Beatty
Grace Church
Memphis
Athens
Emmanuel Church
Beatty
Representative L C Brown Thanks Clarke County Voters
A public notice features L C Brown thanking Clarke County voters for reelection to the state legislature. He pledges faithful service for Clarke County institutions and people, crediting the community for his success and trust. Also includes an advertisement for Sloan's Liniment with testimonials about knee pain relief.
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L. C. Brown
Clarke County
French Drive Deep Into German Trenches Near Peronne
Washington reports French forces north of Peronne have repelled and pushed into the German line east of Bethune Peronne capturing the strong system south of the Le Priez farm and driving back German defenses. In two days of fierce fighting they claim 3,300 prisoners and many guns. British fronts show no gains. Verdun area sees repulsed German attacks. Central powers advance in Transylvania oppose Romania while Russians hold gains. German airships sink a Russian destroyer in the Gulf of Riga and attack the fleet at Constanza.
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le Priez
Coubles
Fleury
Verdun
Paris
Strum River
Berlin
Hermannstadt
Transylvania
Numania
Carpathians
Petrograd
Gulf of Riga
Black Sea
Constanza
Rumania
City and County Back Democratic National Fund Drive
The Democratic National Committee names a nine member state at large committee including H. J. Bowe to secure funds for a national campaign. Local authorities plan a $200 city and county contribution toward a $1,000 target, urging broad civic support and calling residents to donate at Banner offices or via local committee members.
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State Finance Committee
National Democratic Campaign Organization
Marshall
Democratic National
H. J. Bowe
Cal Committee
Rowe
State Committee
Iin
Branton E. Fortson
Wilson
United States
Democracy
Georgia politics tied to Athens University alumni network
Athens Georgia is deeply linked to state politics through university ties. Many candidates for governor and state offices are University of Georgia alumni from Athens, with figures such as Harris Dorsey Pottle and others formerly students there. Local officials and connections extend to Clarke County, neighboring counties, and state boards, highlighting the university’s influence on politics and state leadership.
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Clarke County
Athens
Georgia
Dorsey
Harris
Judge Pottle
Board of University Trustees
Hardman
State College of Agriculture Board
Prudential Committee
Pottle
Cook
Walker
Fish
Becx
Wade
Candler
Perry
McKendon
Bloodworth
Cozart
Hutcheson
Jenkins
Alex Stephens
Tribble
Gamble
DuBose
Athes
Dorsey Garners 244 Convention Votes in Gaining Lead
New York report shows Dorsey with 244 convention votes and a popular lead about 3000 over rivals amid a city grip by a streetcar strike. Mayor and Public Service Commission failure to arbitrate stalls surface transit in Manhattan and the Bronx with limited service elsewhere. The mayor promises immediate action and a planned omni bus franschise in 30 days. Striking carmen plan a march and mass meeting addressed by Samuel Gompers.
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Associated Press
New York
Mitchell
Public Service Commission
Manhattan
Bronx
Carmen
Samuel Gompers
Hotel Man Indicted in Texas for Wife and Officer Killing
Alpine Texas Sept 11 Harry J Spannell hotel proprietor was indicted for the murder of his wife and Lieutenant Colonel Butler of the Sixth United States Mire Spannell and Colonel Butler were shot last July while driving with Spannell in his automobile.
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Associated Press
Alpine
Texas
Harry J.spannell
Colonel Butler
United States
Spannell
Spaniell
Apalachee Baptist Association Meeting at Bethabara Church
The Apalachee Baptist Association meeting, embracing dozens of churches across several counties, is held at Bethabara Church near Bogart with many Athens attendees. Yesterday’s largely attended session will continue through today and tomorrow.
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Apalachee, Baptist Association
Clarke County
Bethabara Church
Bogart
Athens
Man Who Made Barrow County Possible Named Again
Winder reports H N Rainey Jr also called Nick Rainey defeated Carithers for the legislature in Barrow county by a narrow margin. Rainey, a former Jackson county legislator, helped establish Barrow as a county named for the University Chancellor, credited largely to his efforts.
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Barrow County
Winder
H. N. Rainey, Jr
Nick Rainey
Carithers
Ir. Rainey
Jackson County
Barrow
Rainey
Harrow
First Japanese Woman to Receive B S Degree at Sendai
Toxic Sept 13 news notes the first Japanese women earning Bachelor of Science at Northern University Sendai. Two graduates marked a milestone as university access for women began after debate and opposition.
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Associated Press
Toxic
Northern University At
Sendai
Price Brown Race Unsetl The Indications Price Defeated
Atlanta Sept 13 Dorsey led three opponents in a Democratic primary for governor with a majority in 142 of 152 counties. Nearly complete returns show Dorsey ahead by over 3,000 votes in popular tally, convention vote projected at 244 of 192 needed. other state officers largely re nominated. J J Brown led minor race against incumbent Price for agriculture.
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Associated Press
Atlsuta
Macon
Hugh M. Dorsey
Sture
Dorsey
Nat E. Harris
L. G. Hardman
Joseph E. Pottle
J. J. Brown
J. D. Price
D. M. Hughes
Eighth District Convention Set for Athens Saturday
The Eighth District convention will meet in Athens on Saturday at 2 PM Eastern. Incumbent Congressman Tribble claimed a large victory over challenger Thomas J Brown, with districtwide majorities listed by county including Clarke Elbert Oconee and more.
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Congressman Tribble
Hart
Madison
Morgan
Clarke
Oconee
Walton
Wilkes
Newton
Putnam
Greene
Eighth Congressional District
Athens
Dr King’s New Life Pills Ad Promises Health Boost
An old style ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a gentle daily laxative that cleanses the body of blood poisons, relieves constipation, and improves overall vitality. It claims quick action with just two pills at druggists.
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Dr. King
Ady
Child Dies Near Center New Georgia Funeral Plans
Margie Anthony, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Anthony, died at their home near Center, Georgia. The funeral will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Murray Burial Ground with Rev. J. Loring officiating.
How to Give Good Advice and Example Setting
The best way to give good advice is to set a good example. When others see how quickly you recover from a cold by taking Chamberlains Cough Remedy they are likely to follow your lead. This remedy has been used for many years and enjoyed broad availability everywhere.
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James. Ferguson
Phils
Sloan
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