Tennessee and Georgia denounce general charges of graft
A Tennessee house inquiry demands specific charges with evidence against ministers accused of state corruption, contrasting with Georgia where indiscriminate claims lack substantiation. The piece notes Tennessee proceedings against public accusations and urges caution in generalizing about officials. It also mentions editorial perspectives from The Constitution on current political frictions and public figures.
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Peenessee
House of Representatives
General Assembly
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Tennessee
Geners
Assembly
Public reprimand urged for slanderous remarks in Tennessee debate
The text argues issuing warrants to arrest E B Chappell and S F Haynes for slander with witnesses and sources, proposing public reprimand by the house bar. It endorses the Tennessee approach as a remedy for reckless accusations and suggests applying it in Georgia as well.
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Haynes
Metanter
E. B. Chappell
F.haynes
Houge
Georgia
Presidential salary reform urged to raise pay to 100000
The piece argues the president should earn a higher salary than the current 50000, noting increased duties and diplomacy. It supports raising to 100000, claiming it would allow saving for retirement and reflect duties without suggesting luxury. Congress weighs the proposal this session.
Restrain Federal Appointments to Fix Southern GOP
A referred editorial argues southern Republicans lack a voter organization, focusing instead on delegates and patronage. It cites Taft and Hitchcock, urges banning federal appointees from active politics to foster a healthy opposition in the South, and notes Taft’s incoming administration growing aware of the regional dynamics.
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Walter Yage
New York Times
National Republican Organization
Taft
Hitchcock
South
Marth
A Good Name In Politics By Tillman’s Reputation
The New York Times lauds Senator Tillman, noting that without his strong reputation for honesty and observance of old laws governing conduct, his temperament and coarse moments would hinder his standing. Critics now largely acknowledge his abilities and some southern papers have shifted to support his cause.
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Tillmag
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South Carolina
Decorate the Streets for Taft Visit in Atlanta
Atlanta merchants and citizens are urged by the chamber of commerce to decorate storefronts and homes with bunting and national colors for President elect Taft's visit. The city has been chosen to entertain the next president amid southern competition and a high profile banquet. Avants is noted for hospitality to visiting presidents, and the community efforts should rise for Taft’s induction.
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Chamber of Commerce
Taft
South
Avants
Frostburg Philosopher and Local Hum Along Verse
A Frostburg man wavers between buying a car or horses, joking that horses are safer if trouble arises. A local editor quips about poetry versus wood, and regional verses mix with anecdotes from The Adams Enterprise and Walker County Messenger reflections.
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Frostburg
Hentztown
Almond Given Four Years in Penitentiary
Former Beach Hardware Company treasurer Mond sent to four year term for embezzling 16 000 of company funds after plea of guilty. Prominent citizens urged leniency. Court session included strong speeches and appeals. Crossville and Knoxville area notes on land purchase and planned settlement by German and Scandinavian immigrants.
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Columbus
H. Barmond
Beach Hardware Company
Qilbert
Tennessee
Crossville
Tenn
John T. Wilder
Knoxville
Cumberland County
Tennent
Wilder
Washington
Debated Atlanta sewerage commission impact and safety concerns
A reader questions the city council move to create a citizen commission to oversee sewerage design and construction. The letter argues the plan could strip power from City Engineer Captain Clayton, warns of unknown qualifications, and urges funding completion of the existing system to improve sanitation and reduce rates.
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Thomas
Plana
Netuat Yeage
Clayton
Ecuten
Georgian likely to fill cotton seed expert post after Perkins
The Interstate Cotton Seed Crushers' Association considers a successor after Albert G Perkins of Memphis resigned. Georgia’s Lovie Berton previously faced the role, and current president H J Parrish seeks a fitting Georgian to fill the important post, with nomination by the executive committee expected.
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Alrond Caunen
Cotton Seed Crushes’ Association of Georgia
Department of Commerce For Labor
Hansom
Atlanta
Albert G Perkins
Memphis
Lenton
States
H J. Parrish
Association
South
Department of Commerce and Labor
Interstates Association
Georgia
Cotton Seed Crushers' Association of Georgia
Lowell Succeeds Eliot as Harvard President
Boston January 13 Harvard college corporation names Abbott Lawrence Lowell professor of government as choice for president to succeed Charles W Bilot overseers must ratify after seven day waiting period Lowell age 43 son of Augustus Lowell Broader background noted to emphasize Lowell’s political science leadership and scholarly record.
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Charles W. Bilot
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Lowell
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Lowell Institute
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Francis Lowell
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American Political Science Association
Jame Bryce
Washiington
Court Sentences Martin in Chain Gang or Fine
J G B Martin was sentenced by Judge Calhoun to twelve months in the chain gang or a $100 fine. Witnesses say Martin cursed in front of school children while intoxicated. He posted bond and will appeal. Records show 2548 prescriptions for alcohol by physicians last year totaling 17 gallons per illness. The criminal division of the superior court meets next Monday for its first term of the year with a full docket.
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Bond
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the Superior Court
Executive Committee Meeting on Site for Southern Congress HQ
President John M. Parker of New Orleans calls an Atlanta gathering of the executive and finance committees to discuss purchasing St Matthew's church site at Fifteenth and H streets NW Washington for a new twelve story headquarters. The plan includes ground funds and an endowment of 1 million dollars with banking and conference spaces.
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New Sheriff Chooses Jail Residency at Tower Hill
Mangum and family have moved into Multen county jail to be on call after hours. The new sheriff says living at the jail keeps him close to the department and plans to stay until his term ends, possibly longer if reelected. Drew Liddell also resides near the jail.
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State official probes Savannah brewery for near beer
A representative of the comptroller general's office arrived in Savannah to inspect the Savannah Brewing Company plant to determine if near beer is being produced. It has been reported for weeks that the brewery had abandoned near beer production months ago and was making real beer.
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Billy Possum Tops Teddy Bear In Cracker State Rumor
A Georgia rumor says Billy Possum will unseat Teddy Bear as the lead nursery animal. Uncle Remus style tales explain possum charm while Mr Taft accepts a possum dinner invite. Senator Bulkeley files a bill to form local descendants of Declaration signers post Jamestown exposition.
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GOSSIP AT THE CAPITOL AND EXECUTIVE CLEMENCY UPDATE
The supreme court refused John Harper of Fannin County another chance at life, leaving the gallows likely pending executive clemency. Governor Smith granted clemency for Hugo Okerman and J Tom Long on separate cases, while a Georgia Railroad hearing adjourned to review passenger rate changes and other policy updates.
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Ben Keith
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Murray County
Fulton County
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Nis
J. Tom Long
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Hormields
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Georgia Mailroad and Banking Company
Claims Still Unpaid in Georgia Florida Producers
Georgia and Florida producers who led the five year old Tift lumber rate case remain unpaid as claims totaling about 200000 are reviewed by Standing Master M. Talley in Macon. While some payments follow findings, wholesale dealers got paid in the Atlanta agreement, leaving Georgia and Florida producers arguing for return of their funds.
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Macon
Georgia Saw Mill Association
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M. Talley
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