No More Fees Solicitors tocts 3 00 House Agrees to Give Twenty Feet From State Property
The Georgia House approved an amendment and passed a bill to abolish solicitors fee systems, replacing them with annual salaries of 2000 dollars for each solicitor general. The measure, introduced in the Senate, moves to the governor for signature after aligning payment duties on fines and forfeitures.
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Gov Brown draws support as country districts back him
J W Barrow of Bewden Ga protests his inclusion with Hoke Smith backers and the Brown headquarters reported wide support among Georgia country districts. Ed Maddox notes Brown carried far more country votes than Smith and discusses railroad commission votes and teacher pay issues as part of Brown’s stance. Continued on Page Eight.
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Troops Ordered to Grays Again to Quell Feud
Renewed trouble at Grays in Macon County Georgia prompts Sheriff Brooks to urge Governor Brown to dispatch troops. Morton Ethridge feud linked to killings at the Mortons store. Adjutant General Scott orders two Macon units to Grays to uphold the law. troops to remain until danger passes.
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Smith to Speak in Augusta and Nearby Cities
Former Governor Smith plans a series of talks next week in Augusta Macon Tifton Vienna Gainesville Dublin Bainbridge Denton and Denton County. Party aides note anti lobbying bill defeat debates at Hoke Smith headquarters with strong turnout and rally preparations in Macon Friday night.
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Knights Parade Tragedy Dims Chicago Pageant
More than forty thousand Knights Templars marched in Chicago amid a crowd of over sixty thousand spectators. Hermann W. Grossman of Chicago died after being struck by a streetcar on Templar Way, as his wife watched in a grandstand for hours unaware of the tragedy. The day featured a near perfect parade despite a brief thunderstorm and several minor mishaps. Continued on Page Twelve.
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Fulton values rise in 1910 tax totals for county and city
Tax returns for 1910 show Fulton County totals reaching 86 757 706 with a gain of 6 386 016. City of Atlanta accounts for a large share of the increase while extending city limits causes decreased values in Fulton areas outside Atlanta. Only 2 064 dogs are returned.
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Fulton Tax Returns Show 1910 Increases Across Fulton County
Fulton county tax returns for 1910 total 88 767 106 an increase of 4 850 760 over 1909. City property 67 228 073 up 6 398 416 from 1909. Dogs numbered 2 064 in Fulton. Increase in city taxes largely from cityite extensions while county at large saw declines in various taxable categories.
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Livingston Ramps Howard In Fifth District Swing
Congressman Lon F. Livingston addressed about 1,000 supporters at the Grand Opera House last night, attacking William Schrey Howard as unfit for the Fifth District. He accused Howard of lacking experience influence and position while claiming Howard promises jobs and uses his role as solicitor general to influence votes. He denied running for reelection out of ambition, saying the race is to save the district from Howard, with continuation on page two.
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$1,000,000 7000 IN BUYING SOLONS
In McAlester Oklahoma August 9 Whiie J F McMurray faced Washington testimony about a contract meant to yield 10 percent fees from a $30 190 000 Indian land sale. Indians pressed telegrams to Washington urging approval as investigators cite bribe claims involving Senator Gore and officials. Indians testified they sent messages to Richard C Adams in hopes Taft would approve.
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Adamson recalls near assassination during mayor incident
New York August 9 Robert Adamson secretary to Mayor Gaynor related the chaotic scene after the attack. He described a second shot that may have been aimed at him, the struggle over Gallagher, Edwards restrained by others, and the demand for handcuffs as they led Gallagher away while crowds shouted for lynching.
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Assassin Accused Gaynor of Taking Bread and Butter
New York August 1924 an assassin who shot Mayor Gaynor is described as a short thick man weighing about 200 pounds He smoked a cigar after arrest and said the mayor had robbed him of a livelihood He is 65 years old Gallagher signed a confession to Hoboken police chief Robert W Bell saying he went to Hoboken at 9 20 that morning boarded the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse asked a clergyman to point out the mayor and fired at him He did not recall if he fired more than once Continued on Page Seven.
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Five Die When Train Hits Auto at Cape May Crossing
A Pennsylvania Railroad express struck a car at Mill Lane crossing near Cape May, killing five occupants from Baltimore. The victims include Frederick W Feldner, his wife, Fritz Mergenthaler and his wife, and their chauffeur M Jones. The party, warned at the crossing, attempted to cross despite limited visibility due to a nearby cornfield. Coroner Reeves ordered the bodies taken to the morgue. the wreck left the car crushed and parts scattered on the road.
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Weather Prophecy Local Showers Forecast
Local showers are expected Wednesday and Thursday with moderate south winds turning variable. Reported temperatures show a low around 2, a high near 18, and a mean near 9. Rainfall in 24 hours and monthly deficiencies are noted, with figures continuing from the first of the month and January 1.
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Mayor Gaynor Wounded as Assailant Is Subdued
New York August 9 bulletin reports mayor’s condition after the shooting. Radiographic exam shows nonoperative wound with two fragments. Mayor Gaynor rests quietly, conscious, no infection evident. House Physician Ferdinand C. Wolff notes patient doing as well as could be expected.
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Mayor Gaynor Shot On Ship Deck In New York
New York Mayor William J. Gaynor was shot in the head while on the promenade deck of the ship Kaiser Wilhelm II. The assailant, James J. Gallagher, a discharged city employee, was quickly subdued and arrested as the 9:45 am incident occurred, with Gaynor gravely wounded and authority rushing aid.
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Advertising Talks Price and Value in Newspaper Space
A newspaper advertising representative and a large merchant discuss rate increases. The manager argues rates are too high compared to others, while the rep says value justifies pricing, asserting readers get quality and reliable service. The exchange centers on fairness, merit, and business integrity in advertising costs.
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