City Officers Installed For New Hall In Gainesville
In Gainesville the city officers were installed for the new hall term. Warden roles assigned include chief of police, city attorney, streets keep, cemetery sexton, electrician, and city physician. The text notes changes in the force and mentions officers and officials taking over duties for the next two years.
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Sperial
Chell
J. Gr. Hynds T
Hudson
J. Mc Michell
Gainesvill
Oners
Deansd
McKinney
Cemetery
Receiver Sells 4800 Acres Amid Dangling Will Battle
In Georgia, Colonel John Morrow, as receiver, sold 4,800 acres across Berrien and Worth counties for 10.20 cash to T. J. Hinl and W. T. Thompson of Cordele. The case centers on Wiley Clements, a naval stores pioneer who died in Riverside, Georgia, leaving a contested will, alleged to have been signed during a festive gathering and invalidated by witness absence. The brothers Crowder fought the will in court, winning after initial rulings and appeals, with Coronel John Morrow appointed to dispose of the property as the case closed.
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Tifton
John Morrow
T. J. Hinl
W. T. Thompson
Cordele
Berrien
Worth
Georgia
Wiley Clements
South Carolina
Wittingham
Worth County
Berrien County
Riverside
Thomas B. Crowder
Raleigh
N. C
Farner
Clements
Berricn
Tte
Crowder
Fiarre
Yilan
Coronel John Murrow
Ghie
Opening of Macon Price Free Library Promises Big Dedication
The Price Free Library in Macon Georgia prepares to open this week with about 2000 volumes and many magazines. Mayor Bridges Smith leads the effort, supervising cataloging and selecting only the best literature. Librarian Sallie Bgone oversees classing as the building nears readiness near First street. The council chamber holds volumes as they move to the new library and a formal dedication program with speeches is planned.
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Macon
Bridges Smith
First Street
Bible Mill
Smith
Council Chamber
Hbrary
Mbrary
Wiil
Motorman Killed When Streetcar Slams into Building
Savannah dispatch reports a streetcar leaping the Barnard Gaston curve on January 1. Motorman Harry Loper was thrown, his head struck the ground and neck broken. Passenger Clarence Godfrey seriously injured as car crashed into a brick house. Other riders shaken but not seriously hurt. Coroner clears the railroad of blame amid ongoing concern for George Leopard’s concussion from Whitaker Vento curve.
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Savannah
Barnard Street
Gaston Street
Barnard
Harry Loper
Clarence Godfrey
Lopez
Railhroad Company
Kiame
Thunderbolt
Isle of Hope
Whitaker
Vento
George P. Leopard
Asl
New Augusta City Council Faces Depot and Stockade Debates
Five newly sworn Augusta councilmen confront major issues including completing waterworks and upgrading the fire department. Railroads seek use of a city square for a union depot, while Seaboard Air-Line presses for access to Harrison block. A proposed city stockade sparks local opposition as sites are debated.
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Augusta
Irvin Alexander
H. H. D'Antignac
J. B. Walker
Gils G. Lynch
Stephen Wiseman
New City Council
Seabord Air-Line
Seaboard Air-Line
Harrison Block
Walker Street
Union Depot
Unian
Union
Harrigan
New Street
Eighth
Ninth Streets
Seaboard
Recorders Court
Wualtun Way
Rome public schools resume after holiday break
Rome Ga January 2 Special The Home public schools reopen this morning after two weeks of holiday. Shorter terms begin work tomorrow. One hundred incandescent lights have been installed in the college. The winter term and new management at Rome Business College are set to start Monday with Professor Melvern connected after past pupil troubles.
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Rome
Vowiny
H. Shocktey
Rome Business College
Melvern
North Carolina
Mrs Mattie Gordon Howell Elected Teacher in Public Schools
Rome Georgia January 2 Mrs Mattie Gordon Howell was elected a teacher in the public schools this afternoon The crowded fourth grade requires three teachers A committee from the schoolboard was appointed to select a site in the fourth ward the citys most populous ward to establish ward schools marking the start of a movement toward ward based education.
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Rome
Mattie Gordon Howell
Gavel Presented to Ordinary James A Drewry in Griffin
On January 2 in Griffin Georgia the Spalding County camp of Confederate veterans presented Ordinary James A Drewry with a carved gavel bearing the inscription Ordinary James A Drewry from Confederate Veterans The ceremony honored his service and standing with the local veterans group.
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Drewry- Griffin
James A. Drewry
Spalding County
Confederate Veterans
Dessau Watches Printer for Bar Exam Questions
Macon Ga January 2 Special Washington Dessau a leading Macon lawyer serves as chairman of the state examining board for admission to the bar. He devised a plan to private print the exam questions using printer J B Rau to ensure secrecy. The process took two days with Dessau supervising every step from typesetting to final printing and distribution.
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Macon
Washington
Dessau
Macon Bar
Supreme Court
Dessau Bens
Mir
Dessin
J. B. Rau
Mr. Dessau
Booker Washington Opposes Turner's Emigration Plan in Macon
In Macon Georgia on January 1 Booker T. Washington spoke against Bishop Turner's emigration scheme. He urged solving the negro question through industrial education and the best elements of both races. Washington said North and South both contain good whites and emphasized practical progress through education. He noted emancipation requires usefulness and urged training the masses to escape old ways. A large white audience attended.
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Booker Washington
Macon
Booker T. Washington
Bishop Turner
North
South
Liberia
New York
Sam
Macon Chamber Elects Officers and Votes On Canal
The Macon chamber of commerce elected officers for the coming year with George Smith as president. Other officers include A B Small as first vice president and Frank C. Benson as second vice president. A resolution urged swift consideration of the Nicaraguan canal and support for its completion. The group discussed annexation of Macon yobibs and urged the mayor to appoint a gas and water meter inspector. President Smith outlined the year’s work and plans.
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Chamber of Commerce
Macon
Macon Chamber of Commerce
George Smith
A.B. Small
Frst
Wathaie Ph Bmccow
Frank C. Benson
Howard M. Simitar
J. Carling Joln C. Bads
RF. Burder
Ben L. Jone
M Maser
Joseph Block
Charles [D. Erurt
Crearer
Ketchum
Ely
Georgia
Ube Bient
Howard Smith
Macars
Coal Shortage Threatens Macon Manufacturers
In Macon the January steam coal supply is scarce and demand far exceeds supply. Factories may shut down soon if a new coal shipment does not arrive within days. Domestic coal exists but at higher prices and limited access without cash on hand.
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Marcon
Macon Schools Open Despite Snow Silence
Students return to classes in Macon county and city as public schools reopen. Mercer University and Wesleyan College also start term with large enrollments. Presidents predict a very successful term. Attendance reportedly higher than ever.
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Macon
Caunty
City
Mercer University
Wesleyan Colege
Oat Crop Damaged by Cold Snap in Wilkes County
A January cold spell in Washington Georgia drops to ten degrees, threatening the extensive oat crop. Farmers fear protracted freezing may push them toward grain farming, as sowing of oats has been generous and early yields looked promising.
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Wilkes County
Washington, Ga
CANDIDATES MULTIPLYING FOR SENATE RACE IN BIBB COUNTY
In Bibb County Georgia the race for a district senator is heating up with speculation over entrants. Joe Hall undecided. Roland Ellis expected to run though not announced. Potential candidates include Captain W A Davis Judge J Y Ross and others as six months remain before the primary.
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Macon
Bibb
Joe Hall
Roland Ellis
W. A. Davis
J. Y. Ross
Robert Hodges
John Cooper
Walter Grace
Andremy
Can
Hope Poltan
Snowy Ground Delights Macon Youths in Bracon
Snow covers the ground about three inches deep and remains amid intensely cold weather. In Bracon, Macon, January 2, Special. Youths enjoy sleighing as sunshine battles the cold. Judge A L Miller, previously confined at home with grips, is much better and expected to be out soon.
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Macon
Bracon
Judge Miller
Jndge
A. L. Miller
Knights Elect Officers for the Ensuing Year in Carrollton
The Mcintosh lodge No. 65 Knights of Pythias met in Carrollton Georgia on Friday night to elect officers for the coming year. Charles J. Graham was chosen chancellor commander with W B Garity as vice chancellor and W S Campbell as prelate. Other officers named include W T Herrin master of work L W Elis master of exchequer J S Travis master of finance J H Harris trustee S B Merrell outer guard 8 J Boykin inner guard and C A Upshaw chorister. The lodge is described as thriving with a bright year ahead and rapidly increasing membership.
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Crrollton
Mcintosh Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Charles J. Graham
W. B. Garity
W. S. Campbell
WT. Herrin
L. W. Eli S
J. S. Travis
J. H. Harris
B. Merrell
J. Boykin
C. A. Upshaw
Leah Erennaie Mie
Raids Sparta's Blind Tigers Nets Eight Negroes
Sparta Ga January 2 Special Sheriff Hutchinson and Deputy Sheriff Joe Thomas raided the blind tigers this morning and captured eight Negroes. Jake Hanner and Lawson, two prominent Negro merchants, were among those caught. The Negroes were bound over to await the February superior court. Forty two more warrants have been sworn out for blind tigers and will be served when space is available in the county jail.
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Sparta
Hutchinson
Joe Thomas
Jake Hanner
Lawson
Superior Court
Jall
Washington Exchange Bank declares 4 percent semi annual dividend
Washington Ga January 2 Special The Washington Exchange bank closed its eleventh successful year at its annual meeting yesterday afternoon and declared a 4 percent semi annual dividend on 165000 The officers for the ensuing year are T M Green president J R Dyson cashier L M Hill bookkeeper Directors named T M Green J Lowe T C Hogin K A Almond James Hines M A Pharr C A Alexander W T Johnson and J A Moss
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Washington, Ga
Washington Exchange Bank
T. M. Green
J. BR. Dyson
L. M. Hill
Lowe
T. C.hogin
K. A. Almond
James Hines
M. A. Pharr
C. A. Alexander
W. T. Johnson and
J. A. Moss
Henson Shot Jones To Death In Fatal Quarrel
Near oiquette LaFayette Ga January 2 Gerome Henson shot and killed T N Jones at Cedar Grove last night The bout arose from a four year old trouble between Henson and Jones son Henson and Jones both belonged to good families Jones a prosperous farmer about sixty Henson about thirty His ski was crushed by an ax handle during the confrontation
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Oiquette
LaFayette
Gerome Henson
T. N. Jones
Cedar Grove
Henson
Jones
West Point Liquor Election Becomes Bitter Voting Battle
West Point voters backed barrooms 155 to DB amid claims of ballot mislabeling. Anti barroom supporters argue tickets read For Ratification and Against Ratification, alleging a trick that could nullify the result. A prior law allowed whisky sales within town limits upon ratification by popular vote.
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West Point
Candler
Young Girl Burns in Accidental Clothing Fire at Long Cane
Florence Karalson, fourteen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Karalson, was burned when her apron ignited in front of a fire at Long Cane, seven miles from West Point. Though her father extinguished the flames, she died the night after in terrible agony and was buried this afternoon in the family grounds near Long Cane.
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Florence Haralson
West Point
Long Cane
Florence
Jesse Karalson
Child Severely Burned After Falling Into Hearth
Five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aldred fell into a fire at Mrs. Pritchard home on Jones Street. Clothing ignited, she sustained burns from the knees to the left shoulder. Medical aid arrived. initial fears of fatal injuries but reports indicate recovery is expected. The child is granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Atkins, who operate a Atlanta hotel.
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Aten
Atkins
Atlanta
Fort Will Oppose Lewis In Third District Race
Macon Ga January 2 Special Judge Allen Fort of Americus will run against E B Lewis for Congress in Georgia s third district this year. Fort has stated he will enter the race and may begin campaigning in days. Fort was defeated by Lewis in 1886 and did not run the next election, but now resumes the contest as Lewis supporters organize.
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Macon
Judge Allen, Fort
Americus
Lewis
Congress
Fort
Judge Port
Cotton Mill for Washington on Road to Erection
Washington Ga January 2 Colonel R M Mitchell of Atlanta is expected next week to organize a company for building a cotton factory about $25 000 has already been subscribed and a $100 000 mill is anticipated. More small grain under Wilkes county then usual and cotton receipts here are about half of last season.
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Washington
KR. M. Mitchell
Atlanta
Wilkes County
Griffin's Contest Goes Over In Disqualification Plea
In Griffin Georgia the prohibition contest before Ordinary James A Brewry began with defense claims that Judge Drewry is disqualified due to kinship to petitioners and his sympathy for contestants. The hearing adjourned to 10 am Thursday after debating admissible questions, with a meeting set at 9 am in Drewry's office to discuss the objections.
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Drewry
Griffin
James A. Brewry
W. EB. Searcy, Jr
Marcus W. Beck
Officers Installed In Washington Lodge of Good Fellows
Washington Ga January 2 Special The local lodge of Good Fellows installed officers for the year H P Quin noble grand J E Tennison vice grand A J Gleiderman secretary Boyce Ficklen treasurer Reception to Bachelor Members Athens Ga January 2 Special Judge J J Strickland hosted his New Year banquet for bachelor members of the Athens bar with Mrs Strickland in attendance and a charming reception.
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Washington
Qold Fellows
H. P. Quin
J. E. Tennison
A. ‘J. Gleiderman
Boyce Ficklen
Athens
J. J. Strickland
Finnegan Quits University to Lead Hampton YMCA
J B E C Finnegan, a popular University of Georgia student, resigns to become general secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association in Hampton Virginia. He leaves Athens tonight after pursuing a law course and earning athletic and religious prominence, including leading roles in college YMCA activities and a strong football record.
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Hampton
Athens
E. C. Finnegan
University of Georgia
Young Men's Christian Associatin
Finnegan
College Fe Ile
Carlstan Associates
College Young Men's Christian Association
Charlotte
University Young Men's Christian Assocation
Ed Finnegan
CANDIDATES FOR SOLICITOR
January 2 Special The Western circuit solicitor race promises a lively contest. Incumbent Hon Charles H Brand of Lawrenceville seeks another term and is active among his constituents. Possible opponents include Colonel Thomas J Shackelford of this city and Jackson county, with others like Colonel George M Napier of Monroe and Colonel W L ittle of Carnesville rumored to enter.
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Charles H. Brand
Lawrenceville
Thomas J. Shackelford
Jackson County
George M. Napier
Monroe
W. L. Ittle
Carnesville
Bullet Struck His Finger in Street Scuffle
Athens Ga January 2 Special Sulles Wright about fourteen is wounded when a pistol dropped from a pocket during a sidewalk scuffle on Foundry Street The small 2 caliber pistol discharged striking Wright in a finger causing a painful but not serious wound.
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Athens
Sulles Wright
Foundry Street
Wright
Two Young Men Fight after Dance in Athens
At a January dance in East Athens at Wi Coker’s residence Henry Lester and Wil Bradley argued over a young woman. The dispute led to blows and Bradley received a deep slash across the arm. Lester escaped unharmed and Bradley was treated at home. the wound is not serious. No court case has been filed yet.
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Athens
Wi. Coker
Henry Lester
Wil Bradley
Bradley
Lister
Dying of Rev J C Davie Moves North Carolina
Athens Ga telegram reports Rev J C Davis, long rector of Emanuel Episcopal Church Athens, is in dying condition at his Concord North Carolina home. Dr B B Davie travels to his father's bedside as the elder clergyman suffers a severe pneumonia attack after years serving in Concord.
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J. C. Davie
Athens
B. B. Davie
J. C. Davis
Concord
N. C
Episcopal Church At
County Convicts Arrive at Clarke County Stockade
Clarke County took charge of fifty three misdemeanor convicts today, moved from Hudgins's camp in Elbert County to the new county stockade at the county farm. The commissioners ordered the convicts put to work at small tasks for the next two months.
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Athens
Camery O
Clarke County
Hudgins
Elbert County
Colonel A T McIntyre Dies at Home Near Thomasville
Colonel Archibald Thomas McIntyre longtime Georgia lawyer and prominent landowner dies at his home two miles from Thomasville at 3 this morning of heart failure. Born Twiggs County October 1522 he served in the forty seventh congress and Georgia legislature, trustee of the state university and Young Female College. Survived by wife Susa America Young and three sons W R McIntyre M McIntyre and D I McIntyre. Funeral set for Presbyterian church tomorrow at 3 p.m.
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Thomasville
A. T. McIntyre
Archibald Thomas McIntyre
Twiggs County
Georgia
Susa America
Monticello
Fla
Macon
State University
Lunatic Asylum
Young Female College
Presbyterian Church
W. R
M. ¥. McIntyre
D. 1 McIntyre
Atlante
Palmetto Resident Major Holleman Dies at Home
Major H. P. Holleman of Palmetto Georgia former business figure and Baptist church member died after long illness. He rested at home with sister Emma Jordan. Funeral from the Baptist church tomorrow at 1 p m, burial in Floral Hill cemetery beside his wife.
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H. P. Holleman
Palmetto
Emma Jordan
The
Baptist Church
Floral Hill
Cemeretery
George A Brown Dies In Newnan At Heart Disease
George A. Brown of Newnan Georgia died of heart disease at his home in Newnan early this morning after several months of poor health. He was a prominent and familiar figure in the city and local affairs.
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George A. Broom
Newnan
George A. Brown
Dr Harry Suwanee Physician Dies Suddenly at 41
Dr J C Harris of Suwanee Georgia died Saturday afternoon from heart failure after returning from selling a gatlene following dinner. He had practiced medicine here for twenty five years and was highly regarded. He left a wife and six children.
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J. C. Harris
Suwanee
J. Harry
Harry
New Officers Installed at Glenn Lodge No 73 in Athens
In Athens Georgia Glenn lodge No 73 Independent Order of Odd Fellows installed officers for the new term in the lodge room on Lon street. C H Culson is noble grand A W Vees vice grand H Brown recording secretary C W Parr financial secretary L W Stone and T W Reed trustees. The lodge now lists over one hundred fifty members. Prisoners Attempt To Break Jail in Athens. A group of county prisoners tried to escape by tearing up a plank and prying at bars but were discovered before breaking through the locks.
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Athens
Tapenal J
yLon Street
Glenn Lodge No. 73
Order of Odd Fellows
C. H. Culson
Noble
A. W. Vees
H. Brown
C. W. Parr
L W. Stone
T. W. Reed
Aiscoverca
Saloons of Nelson Closed in Nelson Georgia
Saloons of Nelson Georgia were closed on Saturday night and will reopen after the election for mayor and council set for the next Saturday. Residents await results as talks focus on licensing and safety in the town.
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Nelson
Mayor Council
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