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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1912
Page
13
A noisy page mix includes subscriber notices from carriers and solicitors, plus satirical clippings on politics and current events. It mentions registration, recall talk, Woodrow Wilson, Roosevelt, and war updates, with local street notices and humorous asides about elections and figures.
The piece argues New York Ohio Indiana and Connecticut with Democratic governors will vote Democratic in the presidential election if advised by leading Democrats. It warns Wisconsin and western states offer little real benefit. It stresses focusing on doubtful states, noting none have declared for Wilson and cautioning against overreliance on Wisconsin delegates.
A letter critiques the county unit system as a threat to fair elections and minority voices in Georgia. It recalls Robert Toombs and Underwood era ideas, condemns attempts to abolish county representation, and warns three gubernatorial contenders seek the county unit vote to bend democracy toward larger counties.
A fragmented verse piece depicts an old man’s downfall after church expulsion for drunkenness, a sorrowful wife’s reminiscence, and shifting faith. It contrasts weary resilience with grim judgment while weaving poems about weather, longing, and a bird’s melancholy song. The text reflects rural dialogue, moral weight, and a lived history of hardship.
Henry Levesner, longtime department store figure, died at his home. He was 85 and active in business for five decades, remembered for leadership in the local retail scene and community service.
A speaker addressed a large audience about biblical prophecy and the image’s ten toes representing Europe’s ten kingdoms. The talk linked ancient empires Babylon to Rome with the future setting up of God’s earthly kingdom to come in the days of these kingdoms.
Crawfordville Ga April 3 Special The democratic executive committee of Taliaferro County names May 1 as the county primary with entry deadline April 1b Candidates for the legislature to abide by the vote. Incumbents face opposition including J A Kendrick and W Edwards. Local races generate interest while national preferences seem minimal.
Athens Ga April 3 Special. Barefoot and trouserless for part of the way Will Barrett with five charges against him eluded officers for five days and traced a circle of nearly thirty five miles before final arrest. He admitted guilt and was remanded to jail awaiting grand jury next week. He cursed a gypsy trader Arendall in jail yard and a scuffle left Barrett wounded in the leg. A blue print of teeth on his arm identified him.
Representative Underwood the House majority leader says the agenda will focus on appropriation and supply bills and a few special measures. Planned items include the Isthmian canal government bill the bill to abolish the commerce court and a patent law amendment. Trust related legislation is unlikely before adjournment.
In Passaic New Jersey April women strikers at the Forst Mann Huffman silk mill in Garfield clashed with deputy sheriffs and police as about fifty protesters stormed the mill. A score of men and women were clubbed and several deputies were struck by missiles. One man was arrested.
William Kersting, 88, recently from Dallas, shot himself last night after coming here for health. A fire started by his powder set fire to bedclothes but caused little damage. He left a note thanking friends for past favors.
In Americus April figures show sharp rises in postal receipts. The surge reflects strong mail volume and improved efficiency at the Americus post office. Officials credit the increased activity to local business and community growth.
A crop of Georgia editorials debates Oscar Underwood versus Woodrow Wilson. They praise Underwood as a southern leader, note growing support in counties like Thomas and Mitchell, and urge the south to shape national politics while avoiding attacks on other candidates.
Royston Ga letter argues county unit rules distort democracy in state and national primaries. It insists popular vote provides equal weight for all Georgians, condemning county and district units as frauds and demanding reform to ensure fair elections across Franklin, Clarke, Madison and Elbert counties.
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