Railroad Commission Debate Roils Georgia Senate
A heated session centers on a railroad commission bill with house amendments. Senators Flynt Felder Overstreet and others clash over number of commissioners and salaries, with party loyalties and governor influence shaping the voting. The measure passes amid contentious debate on public costs and governance.
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Overstreet
Senate
Railroad Commission
Flynt
Peacock
Felder
Deen
House
Brock
Hays
Taylor
Sages
Plynt
Akin
Compilers with National Pore Guarantee No 2041
A brief note from Washington outlines a guarantee titled National Pore Guarantee No 2041. The document references Feod Law and appears as a formal filing summary. Further specifics are not provided in the fragment.
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Washington
Ariosa Coffee Taste Distinguishes Pure Brazilian Roast
Recognize Ariosa Coffee in the cup by its taste which marks it as pure Brazilian and separates it from mislabeled Mocha Java and imitations. The quality improvement comes from our commercial development and the product is sold in sealed packages for your benefit.
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Ariosa
Lockers Tax Battle Narrowly Ends in Compromise
At 3 10 this morning the Senate accepted a 450000 locker tax and at 21 00 the House approved the same measure. The general tax act moves to Governor Smith for signature as conference committees work to settle the locker levy dispute. The House also passed a bill creating a state nurse examiners board while efforts to bring the anti pass bill before the House continue.
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Senate
House
Smith
Hhr Senate
1907 Legislature Sets Record With Bill and Resolution Totals
The 1907 legislature set a record in bill and resolution activity. In the House 1744 bills and 160 resolutions were introduced with 305 bills and 26 resolutions enacted into laws. In the Senate 155 bills were introduced with 56 passing, 26 of which became law, while four senate bills were defeated. Eighty eight bills were read for the first and second time only.
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Senate
House
Georgia House Accepts Shared 1908 1909 Appropriation Plan
The general appropriation bill passed by both houses and the senate sets 1908 funding at 4 770 000 and 1909 at 4 880 000. The senate added 170 000 to the 1908 house figure and 250 000 to the 1909 original. Georgia schools receive 2 000 000 in 1908 and 2 260 000 in 1909 with further line item increases for health laboratory equipment, Milledgeville school support, deaf and dumb school repairs, and a Confederate troops roster. 720 buys desks for the house hall.particulars show shifts in common schools and other state needs.
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Houses
Senate
House
State Board of Health
Georgia Normal and Industrial School
Milledgevile
Cave Spring
Georgia
H. M. Beutell
Smoky Theater Theory Stirs Christian Workers Meeting
East Northfield Mass August 17 Dr C Morgan of London aroused a mild sensation at a national conference of Christian Workers by saying it may be allowable to gamble or attend the theater if they believe God told them it was right. Circulars ban smoking have been issued and several ministers vow to discontinue seating when he speaks.
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Leslie
West
Samuel M. Slocum
Los Angeles
Monrovia
Cal
Indiana
Nebraska
Death Valley
Biocum
University of the City of New York
Metropolis
Dm Moutherg Cailforgia
East Northfield
Mass
C. Morgan
London
New York Sun
Hale White
Medical Congress
Exeter
Sunday Fishing Bill Passed by Senate
At twenty minutes past 1 o clock on Sunday morning the bill by Mr. White of Screven prohibiting fishing on Sunday was passed by the senate. The motion to table the bill failed 30 to 2, with Bush and Dobbs voting for tabling. a long list of senators opposed tabling. The bill then passed unanimously.
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Boy
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Camp
Cowart
Dean
Farmer
Felder
Flynt
Gordy
Tardman
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Hays
Henderson
Howard
Judson
Hughes
Johnson
Knight
Lashley
Martin
Overstreet
Stapleton
Steed
Stephens
Taylor
Turner
Walden
Walker
Wilk
Comer Declares Will Enforce Rate Law at Huntsville Rally
Governor Comer addresses an educational rally in Huntsville Alabama vowing to enforce last legislature rate laws and wage a battle with railroads to secure fair rates for the public. The speech emphasizes a state wide push for rate reform and public benefit. In Cordele Georgia the Cash Drug Store changes hands from A M Stead to J M and S S M Hum with a Tuesday consummation.
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Comer
Huntsville
Ala
B. UH. Comer
Honda
Cordele
Sperial
Cash
A. M. Stead
J. M
S&s. M. Hum
Preventing Summer Ailments With Simple Remedies
A historic health column lists common summer illnesses like cramps dysentery cholera morbus stomachaches and fevers and promises relief through a simple preventive remedy. The piece emphasizes home care and early treatment to avoid severe outcomes during hot months.
Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey Endorsed by Doctors
The advertisement claims Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey kills disease germs and strengthens the body. It stresses fifty years of reputation, malted grain origin, gentle palate, and broad doctor endorsements. A medical booklet with testimonials is available free from the Duffy Malt Whiskey Co. Rochester, New York.
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Duffy Malt Whiskey Co
Rochester
N.Y
Sonnet of a Uhorun Girl from a Chicago Record
A fragmented verse recalls fears of marriage and betrayal in archaic phrasing. The speaker imagines waking beside an unseen husband and wonders if power or money influences life and happiness. The lines hint at social pressures and lament lost affection.
Diseases of Men We Offer Honest Counsel and Examination
An advertisement appeals to readers with long running ailments to seek evaluation from a specialty group. It touts twenty years of experience, no operation needed in many cases, and promises free examination and opinion. It urges readers to avoid unnecessary surgeries and promises careful diagnosis through laboratory tests and hospital experience.
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Dass
Robie
Eugene Bomnelle Drowns in New York. Barnelle Family Noted
A telegram reports Eugene Barnelle, son of Mr and Mrs J W Barnelle, drowned yesterday in New York. The Barnelles, once Atlanta residents, now live in New Henke Comfort for Gout Vietimen. Also included are excerpts on gout diet myths and guidance on clear speech.
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M. W. Manahan
Eugene Barnelle
J. W. Barnelle
New York
Man from Toledo Bravely Meets Highwayman
An August Lippincott tale recalls a Toledo resident in New Yorks tenderloin who faced a pistol dash by a street robber. The westerner coolly replies he would rather lose brains in New York than his money, choosing defiant humor over fear.
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New York
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