Georgia voters wise to cheap race-bait tactics in politics
The piece rebukes Georgia campaigns that rely on race prejudice to win power. It cites Bob Toombs and a recurring "nigger bogie," condemning demagogues who promise to repeal civil rights amendments and disfranchise Black citizens. The author urges voters to reject candidates who ride race issues and to recognize hollow pledges that vanish after elections.
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Georgia Risks Exclusion From Rural Credits Over Land Title
Pelham farmer David GC Barrow warns that Georgia risks barred access to federal rural credits unless land title and foreclosure laws are reformed. He notes Georgia borrowers pay higher interest and fees due to insecure titles and outdated procedures, urging a legislative commission of business experts to study and recommend fixes now.
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Georgia Farmers Urged to Adopt Substitute for Rural Credits
A recommendation urges the legislature to adopt a substitute before rural credits take effect. The aim is to ensure farmers gain the forthcoming stimulus to development and economic emancipation. The appeal notes Georgia’s laws on the subject are inadequate and should be amended for the benefit of farmers, investors, and state dignity.
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Seven Weeks of Carnage in Georgian Politics
The Sphinx speaks as Little Joe Brown declares for the senate. Georgians brace for seven weeks of campaigning with a flood of charged rhetoric and punchy political ads. Citizens face a torrent of cartoons, letters, and ads as August 19 approaches, with a mix of enthusiasm and satire driving the state into a busy election season.
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July Time in Dixie and a Gaudy Patchwork of Jokes
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Roosevelt Attacks Democrats Yet Fails to Act
An editorial criticizes Theodore Roosevelt for railing against tariff currency and trusts while avoiding concrete policy during his seven years in power. It argues Wilson’s administration achieved more in one year, questions Roosevelt’s remedies, and notes ongoing political maneuvering as messengers discuss progress and the fate of the progressive party.
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Georgia Land Titles and Torrens Reform for Cheap Farm Loans
David C Barrow of Palmiln Ga urges Georgia to reform antiquated land title laws or adopt the Torrens system to access cheaper long term farm loans. He cites higher interest, commissions, and delays under current titles, notes interest from life insurers, and calls for legislative investigation and a draft bill for action next year. He argues universal certification of title would attract lenders and benefit farmers statewide.
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New Bills Introduced In Both Branches of Legislature Yesterday
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Who'll Take His Place PWeam The Torie apolio Star
Who will replace George W Perkins if driven from the progressive party and who will fund legitimate campaign expenses for improving the country for Mt Por Kine children and supplying Amelight where urgently needed.
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STATE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEET AT KIMBALL HAVEN
State Democratic executive committee meets at the Kimball house to consider a second primary and to receive Mr Harria's resignation as chairman. The meeting, called by Chairman William J Harel, starts at 11 oclock tomorrow with expected large attendance. The topic is whether primary rules will change amid election chatter.
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STATE PRESS OPPOSES REPEAL OF TAX LAW
The Athens Banner argues the legislature should strengthen the tax law rather than repeal it, urging enforcement and broad equalization to tax all property fairly. The Dublin Courier Dispatch and others note reforms should be given a fair trial, with opinions split on repeal versus amendment and potential tax reductions.
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Farmers' credit rating idea gains state interest
An Industrial Directory Editor praises a Georgia farmers credit rating concept to support the new currency law. He urges forming a bureau to rate farmers like Bradstreet, aiding commercial paper handling and benefiting rural communities. The editorial aligns with tax law support and calls for testing reforms.
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