The Irepressible Watch and Parson Jones Tale
A colorful old narrative recounts Parson Jones arguing with a talking watch that warned of trouble. After intent to destroy it, the parson swings an ax and detonates a spring that explodes into chaos. Witnesses flee as the watch core bursts like dynamite, prompting whispers about upgrading the watch as a church steeple beacon.
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Parson Jones
Billville
Sellon Country
Jonah
Bryan
Tough but Pineid Imitation Sermon and Harvest Song
A rugged preacher named Brother Dickey discusses toughness and perseverance, praising a mountain figure and recounting sermons about pride and humility. The piece blends dialect, religious reflection, and a harvest song about rest, love, and community dances under starlit skies.
Claims of Smiths landslide echoes past polls in Georgia
The Atlanta Journal reports projections and booster claims from Governor Hoke Smith supporters, recalling 1908 results. Quoted manager remarks compare current polling to past predictions, noting county tallies and expected majorities. The piece cites library archives and old Journal forecasts, contrasting optimistic hopes with historical outcomes.
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Themeslves
Hokesmith
Bundey
Eaerles
Smith
Mr. Smith
Ike
Joe Brown
Brown
Carnegie Library
Journal
Interreporta
Pla
Fulton
Hoka Smith
Chatham
Bibb
Richamond
Floyd
Richmond
Thomas
Fulton County
Thomas County
Bibb County
Hoke Smith
Teporta
Jow
An Extra Good Watch for 15 Dollars
Unquestionably the most popular man’s watch is a 12 size open face. This Crescent case model, guaranteed by us and the factory, with a 5 jewel Elgin first quality movement, is offered for 15 dollars. Choose plain Roman polished or engine turned case. engraved options available. Write for jewelry catalogue or visit our store or have selection sent on approval.
Maier and Berkele Jewelers Established 1887
Maier and Berkele Jewelers on Whitehall Street traces its history to 1887. The shop, known for a range of fine jewelry, remains a landmark retailer serving the city’s patrons with targeted time-honored craftsmanship.
Preparing Claims Against Railroads for Peach Shipments
Georgia Fruit Exchange prepares individual car records from the season and will pursue claims against railroads for delays and missing shipments. Manager Fleming reported a productive meeting with Central of Georgia Railway officials and aims to settle growers losses, estimated between 100000 and 150000 dollars due to July car shortages and delays.
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Georgia Prult Exchange
Hunt
Fleming
Central of Georgia Wailway Company
Out of Place from Lippincott's
Fragments depict a farewell at a front door with Mr Youngston bidding good night and a woman considering a reverent kiss on the hand, the tone lingering and tentative as they part.
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Lippincott’s
Mr. Youngston
Klee
Postscript Nickname Sparks School Confusion
A student asks why a girl named Adeline Moors is nicknamed Postscript and refers to another moniker Postecrt Liltus Tonnny-Causs amid a schoolyard exchange, highlighting unclear naming traditions and social dynamics at their campus.
Engagement of Bunting Now Drawing to a Close
The Emma Bunting Company closes its Atlanta run at the Lyric in two weeks with the comedy At Cozy Corners and the dramatic four act Moths. Emma Bunting shines in Avie Morrill and Deacon Fettibone scenes while a strong supporting cast and elaborate scenic production finish the engagement. Bijou bills promise top entertainment with Saltey and Hussey, McKinnon and Leyman, Edenburg, Sam Hessman, and Barry Greese.
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Emma
Lyric Theater
Atlanta
Miss Bunting
Ia Mttle Ahort
Wonderful
Lttle
Emma Bunting
Cat Cass Corners
Pauline Phelpe
Marion Short
Sweet Cloher
The
Lyric
Adelaide Thurston
Sctresa
Grand Opera House
Cosy Corners
Avie Morrill
New England
Cyde Hollauter
Whiteker
Avis Merrit
Wily Thomps
Deacon Fettibone
Algo
Oulda
Saltey and Hussey
the Sportsman
the Messenger
McKinnon and Leyman
Edenburg
Sam Hessman
America
Wil
Barry "Greese
Wil B
Final days of The Constitution baby picture contest
The Constitution calls for one final coupon entry for a baby picture contest. Wesley Hirshburg at 34 Whitehall Street offers gold prizes for ages under four, with multiple categories and honor rolls. Photos will be judged by appointed experts, and winning images will be published.
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Wesley Hirshburg
Mr. Hirshburg
Whitehall Street
Hirshburg
Whitehall
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Dickey
Woodlands
Coe Ee
Ed Maddox
Atlanta Journal
Maddox
Frown
Berlin
Blevelang
Igeter
Maier & Berkele, Inc
Jewelers
Sis Whitehall Street
Tor Cars
Tor
Biou
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