Insurance Rates Debate Spurs Atlanta Public Inquiry
The Constitution notes editors urged inquiry into rising fire insurance rates in Atlanta after reporting a planned rate increase. A committee from the Chamber of Commerce will meet with Southeastern Tariff Association to seek fair terms, with leaders aiming to protect insured residents and call for broader discussion.
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Poetic Rain and Political Buzz in Southern Magazine Tinse
A collage of verse and opinion pieces surveys weather, literature, and politics. It notes 1829 Southern Quarterly Review activity in Charleston, hints at figures like Stephen Elliott and William Gilmore Simms, and mentions The Southern Literary Messenger and Augusta Evans Wilson. The column mixes poems, satirical takes on politicians, and brief notices about authors and publishers.
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Virginia Constitution Aims at Negro Vote Elimination
Special correspondent reports Virginia voters face a new constitution seeking to end the negro vote, establish a three member corporation commission, broaden governor powers, and tighten tax rules while improving education and state efficiency. The convention adjourned to May 22 and aims to submit the measure to the people for ratification.
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James M. Smith withdraws from governor race in Georgia
Col James M Smith of Columbus announces he will not seek the Georgia governorship. He cites health, private business, and the June primary as reasons, noting that active canvassing would be impractical and thanking supporters for their encouragement. The report includes updates on other political figures and local events across Athens, Dublin, Waynesboro, and surrounding areas.
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Atlanta Union Warns Over Property Rates Fight
The Atlanta Constitution urges fair rates in talks between property owners and utility companies. It backs joint committee deliberations to judge if current charges are just or if public defense is needed. The paper pledges to defend Atlanta’s rights if the plan fails to settle the dispute.
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Severe Storm Delays Planting In Eufaula Region
A severe rain storm with a strong western wind hit Eufaula and Eurena Alabama this afternoon. Torrential rain lasted over an hour causing washland damage and delaying farm work, forcing replanting and forcing farmers to redo a week of planting already behind schedule.
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