Florida Senate votes to abolish convict lease system
The Florida Senate votes to end the convict lease system and seeks humane reforms. A House approval is anticipated, with officials opposing private labor exploitation and defense of inmates’ rights. The piece urges widening Luckie Street and advancing a central park plan in Atlanta, alongside Peabody College alumni fund efforts for a dormitory and expansion.
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Florida Senate
House
Senate
Peninsular
Atlanta
Central Park
North Avenue
Spring Street
Luckle Street
Just From Georgis by Frank L Tavron
Fragmentary lines from a literary item by Frank L Tavron titled Just From Georgis appear with other short phrases and rhymes about rainbows roses and a springtime lady. The readable text lacks a clear narrative or event.
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Georgis
Frank L 6Tavron
Lost newspaper prize sparks small town feud and songs
A Billville Banner note claims editor won a 300 prize but lost seven subscribers for not funding paper expansion. Fragments recount rural life, poems, local fights, and Log Cabin Philosophy about perseverance, loyalty, and hope amid weather, gardens, and aging towns.
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Billville Banner
Putnam Learns Independence From One-Crep Slavery
In a local reflection on freedom, Putnam recounts lessons about independence tied to historical grievances. The piece argues that endurance and collective resolve shape a community’s path toward self governance and dignity amid oppression.
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Putnam
PITHY PARAGRAPHS LAUGH PROMISES AND PRIZES
A nostalgic note on the Pithy Paragraphers contest at Loew's Grand theater and The Constitution. It describes two submission paths for jokes and jingles, with daily theater tickets and cash prizes for winners. Names like Mrs. Victoria Brown and Lol Miller appear among contributors, and a flood of humorous verses and clippings fill the page.
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Loew
Grand Theater
The
Constitution
Cold Handle
Loew's
Grand Screen
Victoria Brown
Lol Miller
Bits of New York Life by O C Minture
A lively 1923 column from New York notes Coney Island still pulsing with crowds and rackets while “game” vendors and spectacle proliferate along Surf Avenue. It surveys amusement hustlers, parade of hustlers, stage doors, and a grand new Jazz hall planned for Broadway and Fifty Third, highlighting city characters, fashions, and urban culture.
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O. C. Minture
New York
Conny Leland
Staunch’s
Plas
Surf Avenue
Bowery
Coney
Bronx
Constantinople
Buenos Aires
Dovtoy
Mercer Re-elected President of Union Society in Savannah
In Savannah on April 20 special report notes George E. Mercer is re-elected president of the Union Society supporting Bethesda, the oldest American orphanage founded by George Whitefield. The society marked its 16th anniversary with athletic exercises and a lecture by Dr. J. A. Thomas. Mercer also wins re-election as president of the Savannah Real Estate Board.
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Union Society
Savannah
Bethesda
America
George Whitfield
John Wesley
J. A. Thomas
Wesley Mon
George E. Mercer
Wes
Union Entrety
Boar
Se Kag
Ten Books I Have Enjoyed Most by Sophie Kerr Underwood
A compact list of favorite novels and authors with scattered, imperfect attributions and publication notes. The piece cites Kipling and Hardy among others, mentions copyright context, and references the North American Newspaper Alliance in 1928.
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Sophie Kerr Underwood
Painted Meadows
Sophie Bible
Spain
George Florrow
Atenry Esmond
Thackeray
Durbervilles
Thomas Hardy
Housemat
Prince Wropotkin
Old Tite Gardens
Alice Morac Yarle
Machiavelli
HH. G.wells
Lafendia
Kim
Rudyard Kipling
Fionn Werrington
Georga Meredith
United States
North American Newspaper Alliance
All Rights Xererver
Health Talks by William Brady M D
Health notes discuss infant feeding and nursing practices including bottle milk, water, and sugar substitutes, with guidance on weaning and when to introduce orange juice or tomato juice. The column covers infant weight gain, constipation, and diet variety for nursing mothers, plus questions on paranoia and mental health terms with cautious explanations.
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Berne
Saya
Tim Seill
Butts Delegation Inspects Pasture Near Covington
A large group of farmers and business people from Butts County gathered at Covington to view the permanent pasture developed by Hwang Lunsford. Lunsford claims his pasture supports year round grazing, aims to boost beef and dairy output, and yields about 84 dollars per year per acre. County agent I Wiley oversees the pasture-building effort, with plans for more high quality pastures statewide.
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Butts County
CovIngton
Hwang Lunsford
Lunsford
Hua Becona
Wimmer
Taneford
Butts
Annsford
Wiley United Avcention
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Vauclain Sees Bright Rail Prospects in South
Savannah reports special accuracy, Vauclain head of Ballwin Locomotive Works told Civitan Club that no adverse legislation will hinder railroads. He forecast strong domestic prosperity, rising locomotive orders, and heavy equipment buying as southern development, including Georgia port, gains momentum. His party toured Savannahs industrial terminals and port facilities.
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Savannah
Saniel M. Vauclain
Ballwin
Civitan Club
Vanclain
Philadelphia
Georgia
Education urged as Peabody seeks funds in Georgia
Dr Bruce H Payne president of Peabody College appealed at the Saturday alumni luncheon during the Georgia Teachers association convention for broader public support and more money for Peabody. Alumni from ten states attended. He urged national pride in teacher training and highlighted needs for rural education and new housing, including funds for a women’s dormitory.
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Peabody College For Teachers
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Tenn
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England
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Alabama
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Misa
Moirmz
Teuchera’ Association
Milltown Revival Draws Large Crowds
Revival services at the Methodist church began last Sunday led by Rev. J. Frank Snell. J Lytle Jones from Hawkinsville was to arrive but could not due to illness. The meetings progress with strong preaching and singing as the largest crowds in years attend. Businesses close for afternoon services and several have joined the church. The revival continues through next week.
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Maltown
J. Frank Snell
J. Lytle Jones
Hawkinsville
Wade Drops Dead in Hawkinsville Georgia
Hawkinsville Georgia April 9 W D Wade age 30 owner of Wade and company wholesale grocery firm dropped dead in his office this afternoon We had not previously complained of any illness and he was apparently well He leaves a mother and two sisters in Blackley counties His death is sudden and unexpected for the local community bystanders and officials await a full report from the coroner.
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Postoffice
Atlanta
Binday
Bhigie Coples- Delly
Eshava
Dutidiog
Dole
Dutaide
New Turkey
Holaling
Wiiding Corperre Kibutta
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Mueculy
Dore
You Kuta Education Department
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Eaffer
Mick B
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Supeler
Hawkinsville
W. D. Wade
Wade and Company
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