Atlanta Exposition and Georgia Public Affairs Roundup 1910
The piece covers a broad slice of early 20th century Georgia topics including Atlanta’s land exposition plans and vibrant city life. It notes promoters of the Atlanta Greek Club and a rising sense of urban growth while referencing a New Orleans judge blocking a women’s club in court and a looming Southern Commercial Congress with thousands of delegates. It also urges farmers to oppose pistol carrying, arguing for strict enforcement of laws and highlighting rural challenges in policing. The historical tone mirrors period newspapers with multiple named places and organizations such as The Constitution and prominent Atlantic venues.
From Blue Grass to Orange Georgia Exposition
George D. Lowe argues for a land owners exposition to showcase Georgia’s vast variety from blue grass to orange. He says the display will attract national buyers, linking landowners with consumers and boosting opportunities for farmers while highlighting Georgia’s adaptable agriculture across many crops and regions. Approved by leaders and business figures in Atlanta and the state.
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George D. Lowe
Garage
Georgia
Paxon
Chamber of Commerce
Maddox
Atlanta
State
The Achievement of Gaynor in 1909 Shooting
The attempted assassination of Mayor Gaynor drew praise from papers once hostile to him. The New York Sun and Tribune lauded his public service, while The New York Times noted his strength and integrity. The World called the attack a reminder of dangers in courageous leadership.
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Gallagher
Hoboken
New York Sun
The
New York Tribune
New York Times
New York
New Yorks
New York World
Georgia Farmers Plan Record County Fairs Across State
The Eighth District Masons condemn Russia’s treatment of Jews as likely to echo nationwide. Georgia farmers announce an unprecedented number of county fairs this fall from north to south, with elaborate scale and liberal prizes that promise real rewards beyond bragging rights. This underscores Georgia’s claim as the Empire State of the South.
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Masons
Georgia
South Georgia
The Indispensability of the Colonel in Amenca
The Des Moines Register and Leader praise Theodore Roosevelt for driving insurgent sentiment and cleaning public affairs. It credits Roosevelt with awakening the public conscience and reshaping party loyalty within his faction, while noting extreme admirers view him nearly with idolatry.
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Des Voines
Theodore
Roosevelt
Ardent public figure cited for civic vigilance and influence
The former executive is described as aggressive and unmistakable in personality and faults, yet his impact on public vigilance and civic righteousness is noted as significant for democratic government, regardless of future official role.
Council and the White Way plan for Atlanta street progress
The drive to permanently establish a White Way from Terminal Station to Whitehall and along Whitehall to Peachtree toward Ellis Street hinges on city cooperation. Property owners offer to share costs if the city maintains the new rights, aiming to boost Atlanta’s prestige before the Sovereign Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows meeting next month.
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Atlanta
Terminal Station
Whitehall
Peachtree
Ellis Street
Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows
State Press On Governor Race Presents Quiet Campaign
A garbled set of clippings from Georgia papers discusses Governor Brown and Hoke Smith in the 19th century race. It notes August 23 as pivotal, mentions public mood turning cooler after August 21, and asserts Brown seeks steady jobs with fair wages while opponents attack his administration.
Patterson Offers To Waive Nomination In Tennessee
Rashiilie Tenn August 1 Governance debate centers on Governor Patterson proposing to waive gubernatorial nomination and let Democrats test preference in a state primary. Supporters say it strengthens party unity and democratic control, while anti administration Democrats respond with indifference.
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Rashiilie Tenn
Patterson
Tennessee
Reverend Bernard P Smith Preaches Last Sermon
Rex Bernard P Smith who has accepted a call to a church in Kinaton NC preached his farewell sermon at West End Christian church Sunday night. The congregation adopted resolutions expressing regret at his departure and wishing him success in his new field of labor.
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Rex Bernard P Smith
Kinaton
West End
F J Spratling
Hata
Felthfus Labora
Exoneration of Pastor White Declared by Church Board
The Cosmopolitan 4 MoE church stewards issue a statement stating Pastor F A White was arraigned and tried on Harper’s charges at Bishop C Smith’s instigation but was exonerated by Rev Branch and a committee of lay men. They deny division rumors and affirm the pastor’s innocence.
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Moe
JH Harner
F A White
White
Harper
C . Smith
Branch
Obureh
Dublin Firm Files Voluntary Bankruptcy Petition
Beall Brothers Company of Dublin filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in the local court with LL Beall and C A Beall named. The case was referred to Alexander Proudfit for adjudication with assets listed at 12629 and debts estimated at 4444. Proceedings were set to involve custody. Dr Howard J Williams resigns from the Macon hospital medical board citing outside work as the reason and noting his role as hospital operator and city health board chair.
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Maconne Akkuml 16
Lopechl I— Beall Brothers Company
LL Beall
C A. Beall
Dublin General Merchants
Alexander Proudfit
Lindufttes
Williams
Macon
Howard J Williams
Macon Hospital
City Board of Health
Widow Seeks Dual Pensions Under New Confederate Law
Athens Ga August 13 special judge Wingfeld Clarke county officiary heard an applicant seeking two pensions under the new law for widows of soldiers not worth more than 1500 in cash or property. The claimant married two Confederate veterans, one before the war who died in battle and another who later served under Lee and Jackson, believing she could qualify for two pensions.
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Athens
Wingfeld
Clarke County
Lee
Jacke
Nowehe
Ariar Co
Crop gains at Milledgeville State Farm raise hopes
A report to Prison Commission Chairman Hutchens from Milledgeville State Farm Superintendent Burke says the farm’s crop outlook is the best in years. Wheat already totals 2000 bushels and corn is up, while cotton is down little but the overall yield remains strong.
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G R. Hutchens
Prison Commission
Burke
Milledgeville
Hutchens
Hon Thomas W Hardwick Addresses Large Audience at 240 O'clock
Special report from Gordon notes Hon Thomas W Hardwick speaking to a large audience at 240 o'clock. Wilkinson county is conceded to Mr Hardwick, whose speech is expected to increase his majority. He tempered remarks about opponents Hops Eve and Evana, but attacked Watson vigorously, receiving an ovation.
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Gordon
Thomas W Hardwick
Wilkinson Countty
Hardwick
Eve
Evana
Watson
Commitment trial of Morton brothers in Etheridge killing
The commitment trial of Sam Luther and Tom Morton for the Norris and Bleye Etheridge murder resumed before Justice Farrar at Grays today. The Macon courthouse was crowded with witnesses and family friends while Sheriff Brooks posted twenty deputies. The hearing is expected to conclude tomorrow.
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Sam
Luther
Tom Morton
Norris
Bleye Etheridge
Justice Farrar
Grays
Brooks
Waycross Man Shot in Restaurant in Self Defense Case
Gene Wiggins wounded in the shoulder at a Waycross restaurant in a late afternoon shooting. L. L. Pitts surrendered to authorities claiming self defense and remains under investigation as Wiggins is reported in alarming but potentially recoverable condition.
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Ge Wiggins
L. L. Pitts
Whscross Ga
Gene Wiggine
Colock
Wiggins
Plita
Georgia Tech Seeks $35 600 State Aid As Faculty Shuffle
Tech officials confident of raising $15 009 toward the $35 600 legislative appropriation for the Georgia School of Technology. Examinations for entrance begin September 12 and the school opens September 2. Major faculty changes include resignations and new appointments in mathematics chemistry English and architecture drafting. President Matheson returning from Culver, Ind., is awaited. construction aims to expand shop facilities for hundreds of additional students.
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Georgia School of Technology
Severa
Who Matheson
Culver Ind
Mainason
Atlanta
George Paniedgs
T Lokeley
F . Nowlan
Ad Nut
Charles Word
Addit Wal
Abert Dion
Wom Cullaugh
English
FT Mctartz
HH Tigasi
Builders' Exchange Barbecue Today In Atlanta
The Atlanta Builders Exchanger hosts its regular quarterly meeting and barbecue at the Country Barbecue Club in Cold Springs today. Preparations are complete for member and family entertainment. The barbecue starts promptly at 12:00 followed by the business meeting where cooperation among members and other important matters are to be discussed.
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Atlanta Builders Exchanger
Cold Springs
Helne
Wright to Fly at Macon in Fall
Wilbur Wright plans to display his aeroplane at the Macon Georgia fair this fall. Negotiations are underway with a Macon representative to ensure a smooth exhibit and business talks. Secretary E H Lyman of the Macon chamber of commerce has been advised of the event.
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Wright
Macon
Wilbur Wright
Fair Officla
E H Lyman
Macon Chamber of Commerce
Artla
Politics in Sumter Sparks Campaign Push
In Sumter County Americus Ga officials and candidates outline a rapid campaign push. Bet Bowden of Waycross campaigns for ex Governor Smith with Judge Cal Jaway of Augusta backing Brown, while Macon’s Joa Ill Hall addresses the Brown Club. The Smith Club seeks a speech from ex Governor Smith before the close of the campaign as Col onel JE Sheppard and Colonel Jeff Taylor contest the Senate seat.
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Way
Ero
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Hall of Macon
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JE Sheppard
Jeff Taylor
Baintridge Shooting of Ely Spurs Local News and Cotton Purchase
George W Ely traveling passenger agent for the Southern Padre Railroad was accidentally shot by his son in law Colonel Eldon Langley. serious but not likely fatal, Ely to be moved home to Montgomery. Chamber of Commerce buys first bale of pew cotton, 376 pounds at 20 cents per pound, from William Bynes. Smith & Giddens buy a second bale from Tom Moring. The two owners are brothers in law residing on adjacent properties. The bale was picked last week and could have sold earlier if ginned.
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Smiths
Fia
Smith Rube Arnold
Smith
Gainesville
Farmers of
Georgia
Brown
Noong
Webster II
JP Webster
The
Railroad Commission
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Swainsboro
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Chamber of Commerce
William Bynes
Smith & Giddens
Tom Moring
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