Webster County backs Howell in Preston campaign visit
A large Webster county gathering greeted Clark Howell in Preston as Webster supporters show a strong Howell following. Delegation of fifty prominent citizens, including James P Walker, welcomed Howell and pledged support ahead of the August 22 primary amid speeches on campaign issues and Smith-Watson accuracy concerns.
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Howard Hi Hoke Smit Disfranchisement Speech in Hartwell
A Georgia audience in Hartwell hears Howard Hi Hoke Smith denounce disfranchisement efforts by Hoke Smith and Is Faddied. The speaker asserts government cannot be controlled by enemies of Georgia and defends suffrage against attacks by Gov. Terrell.
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Stowaways Arrested After Harbor Incident
Report of three Negro stowaways found in Newport News harbor aboard a steamship Craigem during a heavy storm. Police arrested Henry Thomas and two others as detectives investigated the incident. An event or meeting referenced Howell and Walker drew enthusiastic remarks from attendees, noting a Georgian connection and public service acknowledgments.
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Howell Addresses Crowd in State Campaign Speech stormy session noted
The speech by Mr Howell drew cheers as he defended education and voting rights while contrasting with populist causes. Audience questions focused on franchise and disfranchisement as Howell answered with emphasis on state service and qualifications for office.
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Hoke Smith and Disfranchisement Debate in Georgia
In Hawkinsville Georgia on August 15 Special Frank P Oliver denounced Hoke Smith and allies as insincere amid a disfranchisement bill dispute. Oliver claimed Smith and supporters blocked reform while claiming corruption, urged voters to oppose such measures and warned of dangers to democracy and state officials. He labeled Smith’s promises as hollow and criticized party dynamics and prior leaders. Applause followed as Oliver asserted the governor could not fulfill promises and labeled the campaign novel and dangerous.
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Debaters Clash in Bainbridge Over Disfranchisement Plan
A five hundred strong crowd in Bainbridge hears Congressman Tom Hardwick and T S Morgan debate governor aims. Hardwick denounces disfranchisement as technically operative while Morgan exposes risks to educated voters and cites Virginia voting bans. Audience expresses mixed reactions as old populists signal support and shifts in Decatur county observers note a democratic swing back from Hoke Smith allies.
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Frost for Hoke in Gwinnett
D K Johnston of Lawrenceville, chairman of Gwinnett County Democratic Executive Committee, reports Atlanta speech by Hoke Smith drew 700 attendees in Lawrenceville. Johnston says Gwinnett leans Russell, five-eighths of crowd wore flug soll badges. Smith attacked corporations and faced jeers. Smith appeared pale after a heated talk, while Johnston calls Buiths effort a failure.
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Hill and Black in Columbus rally heads to courthouse
Columbus Ga August 16 Special tomorrow night closes the Muscogee county campaign with a rally at the courthouse Speakers Hon Ho Warner efhl of Mart ether and Hon Bugete Black of Fulton to welcome two distinguished Georgians and a crowded courthouse anticipated
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Odell Forces Victory In State Republican Plan
New York August 15 The state Republican committees vote to hold the convention in Saratoga on September 25. Governor Higgins supporters elected Lieutenant Governor Bruce temporary chairman on first vote, but Odell supporters prompted a reconsideration leaving the chair unsettled. Democrats choose Buffalo for their convention on the same date.
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Police Commission Restored in Bessemer Alabama
August 15 reports say governor restores police commission law in Bessemer. Appointed members are J Palmer, P Moore, E A Little, Sam Lefxours, and A Adams replacing I A Lewis who is now alderman. Also Berry Godwin named for Congress in North Carolina district news and Georgia county to fund state primary costs with $100 from commissioners.
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Livingston To Speak At Rochdale Democratic Rally
Fifth District Congressman Leonidas F Livingston will be the principal speaker at a large Democratic rally in Rochdale, Conyers. He will defend the party against efforts to disfranchise voters, oppose the proposed scheme, and highlight Georgia's thirty years of stable conditions. Constituents expect a strong, well attended address despite Livingston's recent illness.
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Hoke Smith’s Third Comeback Speech in Walton County
In Onroe Georgia, August 18, Hoke Smith plans to address Walton County at Superior Court next Monday. The move signals a desperate campaign as supporters acknowledge slim chances of carrying the county, with strong anti-Smith sentiment cited across towns and countryside.
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Georgia Voters Face Smith Watson Split Over Negro Issue
In a heated letter from Georgia, the author attacks Hoke Smith and Tom Watson, denouncing their stance on negro appointments and disfranchisement. The piece compares Smith’s methods to a failing coal kiln, arguing rural voters must resist party shifts and protect white political control amid ongoing primary conflicts.
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