Old Game of Blackmail Threatens State Bond Claims
A New York Times cited trust company plans to collect or compromise repudiated southern state bonds from Reconstruction. The circular urges consolidation among holders to hire lawyers and lobbyists to force payment by browbeating southern legislatures. Georgia warns the bogus bonds had purchasers with notice and vows to meet honest obligations but not pay such claims.
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New York Times
State of
Georgia
South
Herald Declares Independence If Olney Nominated
The Herald responds to The Constitution on whether it would back a Democratic platform with Richard Olney as candidate. It states the paper would remain independent, advising readers to seek the best option, and questions if Olney’s nomination aligns with its historic stance.
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Herald of Boston
Herald
Olney
Werald
Atlanta Constitution
Richard Olney
Mr. Olney
Independence and political “independence” questioned
The piece argues that a newspaper denounces taxation on Porto Rico and Gage’s Russo‑Japanese missteps during campaigns but supports these positions at election time. It questions the meaning of independence that aligns with the same parties and measures it had denounced, highlighting perceived collusion at the voting booth.
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Porto Rico
Gage
South’s hardwood industry urged as vital wealth source
The piece argues that southern timber and furniture manufacturing, led by native capital, offers stable growth. It notes white labor in southern factories, low transportation costs, and vast timber reserves, warning of ongoing deforestation and urging preservation to avoid a future shortage. The essay links timber to broader southern industrial strength alongside cotton, iron, and sugar.
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South
Atlanta
Baltimore Herald
The
Herald
Tennessee
North Carolina
United States
Summerville News Highlights Georgia Fruit and Industry Potentials
The Summerville News profiles Chattooga county showing rich undeveloped resources including iron and chert, plus a thriving fruit potential. It cites 187 cars of iron ore and 65 cars of logs shipped, and projects peach tree growth from 6,000 to 40,000,000 over four years, envisioning Summerville as a premier fruit region with cheap freight and strong shipping. The piece argues local newspapers can galvanize state progress and keep youth at home.
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Summerville
Georgia
Chattooga County
Summiersille
Ievel
As Viewed by Bishop Gaines
Bishop W. J. Gaines of the African Methodist Church urges that disfranchising the negro in the south would spur him to greater financial and intellectual self-improvement. He warns whites that rising Black achievement could force recognition of worth, opposing Constitution objections to disfranchisement.
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Gaines
Europe
W. J. Gaines
African Methodist Church
South
White leadership urged as Negro progress threatens southern dominance
A northern or southern editorial warns that while education expands for African Americans, whites must sustain leadership and effort to stay ahead. It argues the black population’s progress could challenge white supremacy and emphasizes continued promotion of education to keep white youth in front rank.
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South
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Assaults on Wisconsin Farm Family Stir Rural Outrage
A telegram from Wisconsin reports Mrs. Fred Hodge, a farmer’s wife near Oxford, was assaulted by two masked men returning from the field. Fearful she may die, enraged farmers have formed bands and scour the countryside seeking the attackers.
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Wisconsin
Fred Hodge
Oxford
Georgla
Secretary Smith Urges Prosecution of Bogus Publications
Secretary Smith of the United States post office department defends enforcing laws against fraudulent publications that misuse mail privileges. He supports legitimate newspapers and promises firm action against nuisance advertising concerns abusing government privilege.
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United States Post Office Department
The Italian Lynching and International Implications
The article condemns Mississippi for delays in pursuing lynching suspects of two Italians and argues for prompt action by state and federal authorities. It references prior cases, international tensions, and political figures while noting varied domestic news items and curiosities. The piece also touches on defense of federal power, governance, and public opinion across several states and countries.
The Way o the World and Odd Bits from Georgia
A collage of verse and prose with Georgia flavor includes a chorus on life’s fate that “That is the way o the world.” Obituary note hints at a man five times married finding peace, plus comments on Poe, literary figures, and humorous rural tales. Local essays and poems reflect weather, faith, and politics with a Southern voice. a Georgia farmer muses on life worth living amid rain and debt while obliquely noting a Washington correspondent’s orient tour.
Great Britain royal spending outlined in $8.23 million list
The civil list for King Edward and royal family totals 8.23 million dollars, with 2.36 million for the king, 250,000 for the queen, 190,000 for children, and 365,000 for siblings. The article notes crown revenues, privy purse controls, and substantial pensions and allowances for Victoria era figures, detailing payments to Alexandra and many nobility while contrasting with European monarchies.
Magdeburg Fire Insurance quits US reinsures with Springfield firm
The Magdeburg Fire Insurance Company, long represented in the city by W Ink Dean as general agent, will quit the United States and have all American business reinsured with Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Company of Springfield Massachusetts. A telegram to Mr Dean announced the reinsur ance. The company did substantial southern business and its withdrawal follows the southern department’s abolishment._agents nationwide regret the change. The Georgia Association of Life Underwriters will meet in Atlanta on the 23d instant. Secretary J BR Nutting will issue the call and attend an anticipated reorganization may move toward monthly meetings. The event will elect delegates to the National Association of Life Underwriters in Portland Maine in September. Officers for the ensuing year will be chosen. Names of two Atlanta men are mentioned as potential president and secretary. Other items include Robert N Hughes of Imperial Wire Insurance Company denying a reported reinsurance with James Fore. Hughes is appointed southern special agent for Imperial. The July Monthly Bulletin praises Charles L Nelson of Kentucky as a top revenue producer. A Marshall of Quitman is a special rep for Mutual Life. Malcolm G Hunter has joined Seibers combination of Columbia as general agents for several fire insurers. Colonel John D Young of Louisville, long associated with Royal Insurance Liverpool as general agent and adjuster, is in the city. Frederic Watson of Selma is noted. The Southeastern Tarif f Association executive committee meets July 25 at Battery Park hotel Asheville. Colonel W A Terrell of Greenville is a special representative of Mutual Life. Major Abner W Hill of Newnan, special agent for Mutual Life, is in city on business with the local agency.
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Charlotte M. Yonge
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Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Company
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Georgia Association of Life Underwriters
Atlanta
J. BR. Nutting
National Association of Life Underwriters
Portland
Robert N. Hughes
Southern
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Imperial
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T. D. Belfield
Fidelity and Casualty
Charles L. Welson
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Kentucky
Macon
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Quitman
Mutual Life
Sylvania
Ohl
Atisitta Constitution
China
Japan
Philippine Islands
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Constitution
Augusta
Herald
Goda
People's Council
Philadelphia
Globe Trotting Journalist Heads South on Tour
The State Press notes Joe Ohl of The Atlanta Constitution begins a globe trotting tour and asks readers to watch for his reports. Georgia editors approve a statewide scholarship program, urging each editor to fund a scholarship at the State Normal School, with plans to start after the convention.
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