Georgia school attendance law faces county hardship pitch
A Georgia report defends a new attendance law requiring a statewide attendance officer and six months school attendance for children ages 8 to 16. Proponents argue the measure reduces crime and ignorance, though critics call it a hardship for counties already short on schoolrooms and books. The law applies to Black and white children alike, aiming to educate future citizens and reduce jail costs.
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New School Law of Georgia
Refield
Georgia
Thrift and Savings Push Amid Rising Prices
The Standard Union notes households face difficulty naming a weekly saving plan for a rainy day. While high prices persist, many vow to save and adopt thrift as a policy, aiming to build a financial cushion despite economic uncertainty.
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Gragea
Sooner of lawe and the value of a dollar rising
The speaker argues that a dollar is worth only about fifty cents by past standards and urges saving now through a Thrift Stand method. He contends future returns promise a 100 percent variation, claiming temporary inconvenience today yields rewards tomorrow.
High Cost Recalled and Hope Persists for Better Times
The piece contrasts postwar price spikes with today noting buyers endured 100 dollar sacks of flour and 90 cent bacon in Denver after the Civil War. It argues enduring optimism, government relief, and future adjustments as people keep faith for relief and a brighter state of affairs.
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Rocky Mountain News
Denver
William R. Beatty
Sfor
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Bank ad after robbery praised as enterprise
A Philadelphia Record opinion lauds a San Diego bank for its candid post robbery ad campaign. The bank claimed no loss to deposits was feared due to insurance and argued the openness boosted public confidence. The piece frames it as practical journalism and a rare example of transparent communication with customers.
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Philadelphia Record
San Diego
Philadelphia
From Georgie by Prank and Haileluin Songs
A fragment from a newspaper page features verses about setting woods on fire for winter gatherings, old-time chimneys, and singing around fires. It includes light humor from The Commerce Newsman on newsroom life and snippets about drinking in 1912 and 1913 with playful commentary.
Abolish Grade Crossings Says Engineer Kollock
In a bold editorial, W B Neel urges eliminating all grade crossings by overhead, underpass, or relocation. The writer recalls past railway debates, cites fatalities and injuries, and argues legislature must ban grade crossings to protect lives.
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Kollock
W. BR. Neel
Neel
S Princpal
Georgia
Florida
Ingland
Canadian Pacific Railway
Sir Sanford Fleming
Marietta
Wilder
Savannah
Randolph Anderson
Cherokea
New Georgia Notes and National Budget Talks
The column surveys U S Mexican policy and border clashes under Carranza, notes planned budget legislation in Congress with committees led by McCormick and Smoot, and discusses currency and food price control. It also covers state highway board and banking appointments to Bennett kin and warns farmers' protests against farm board actions amid Ohio milk arrests.
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Mexico
Lfe
Africa
Carranza
Uncle Sam
Georgia
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Senate
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Iinois
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Utah
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Lemont
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Atlanta
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Fowler
Macon
National Board of Farm Organizations
Ohich
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Cleveland
Etty
Farm Board Algerta
Farmer S Hall
Bennett
South Georgia
Stanley Bennett
Quitman
State Highway Board
T. Bennett
Camilla
John W. Bennett
Way¢rogs
Southern District of Georgia
Ireland on the path to a dominion settlement
Special Dublin report assesses Irish mood as talks drift toward dominion home rule. The writer finds reduced bitterness, outlines mixed views from Sinn Fein, Ulster, landlords, and labor leaders, and cites Tom Johnson and Belfast businessmen as backing a settlement. He predicts Britain could settle the Irish question soon if not blind.
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Ireland
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Republi
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Orange Trumb
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Belfast
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Dublin Castle
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Sinn Pein Party
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Liberty Hall
Harcourt Street
de Valera
Arthur Griffith
Democratic Party
Tom Johnson
Trish Labor Party
Confess
Johnson
Eingland
Britain
Ex-State Senator Perry On High Cost Problem
In a August 22 1919 letter from Madison Georgia former Senator Perry argues war caused high food prices by drawing labor from farms, strikes wasting labor, and railroads pushing eight hour days. He urges permanent peace thrift and industry to restore prosperity and reduce prices.
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Perry
Hia
United States Senate
Germany
D. Perry
Madison, Ga
Health Talks by Dr Brady on fashion and health
Question and answer column discussing the impact of high heels hobble skirts and corsetry on women’s gait and health. Dr Brady criticizes restrictive fashions and suggests sensible footwear, warns about appearance vs comfort, and highlights muscular effects. Also includes readers’ questions about nosebleeds and yeast for growth with concise medical guidance.
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2 Monthly
Lesta
Milady
Golden Mean and Government Emphasized as National Watchword
An essay critiques extreme government forms and advocates returning to the republic as proposed by Hamilton, Washington, and Webster. It contrasts autocracy and mobocracy with the republic, urging a national shift toward balanced governance and constitutional norms.
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United States
Atwood
Aristotle
Dr. Hillis
Atheny
Manyorts
Republic
Alexander Hamilton
Washington
Franklin
Daniel Webster
Abraham Lichin
Golden Mean
Dolma
Gogues
Hiamilton
Webster
Lincoln
Another Side on Question of Residence Profiteering
In August 1919 a reader from Atlanta argues rents rose sharply after a period of low values, noting an elderly couple paying 32,000 for a six room home that rented for 16 dollars then 26 and finally 22.50 monthly, while costs for repairs and essentials like water, brick, lumber and labor all rose. The letter contends landlords profit little while per‑unit costs soar and tenants suffer.
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Ferry
Ham
Brich
She Fengat
Basking
Atlanta
Anniversaries from 19th Century and Global Events
Today's anniversaries note 1853 Goldwin Smith a Canadian farmer publicist author and educator in England died. 1884 a major mill workers strike at Fall River Massachusetts. 1898 international joint burn commission met at Quebec to discuss Alaska boundary. Baron Speck von Sternburg mentioned in context of United Germany.
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Goldwin Smith
Canada
England
China
Fall River
Maas
International Joint Burn Commicelon
Quebec
Alaska
Baron Speck von Sternburg
Georgia Reader Urges Duty Against Mob Rule in Dawson County
A Cartersville correspondent defends law and order in North Georgia, urging residents to stand firm against mob influence. He asserts Georgians can enforce laws, protect homes, and uphold duty, warning courts and officers alone won’t suffice without public resolve.
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Gdover
North Georgia
Georgia
Daweon County
Cartersville
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