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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1910
Page
11
A Georgia editorial contrasts its robust state assets with Minnesota’s surplus finds fault with Georgia’s legislature for delaying debts and paying teachers. It condemns partisan wrangling, calls for reform, and urges officials to address school fund obligations while noting national political figures and platforms shaping the debate.
Property owners along a mile long stretch of Marietta Street face a pivotal choice as city officials plan widening. The street committee meets Friday to decide whether to extend wood blocks or fund full widening with $13,000 set aside, aiming to meet an estimated $28,000 cost. A city engineer estimate and a bank contribution shape the total, while residents on the south side must supply land due to narrow property limits and double car tracks.
Property owners on both sides signal willingness to fund the ten-foot expansion with a quick window for decision. North side needs action to move fronts back and fund remodeling while paving will be handled from the January 1911 apportionment.
The Georgia House debates a $35,000 appropriation for Georgia Tech building needs. Critics accuse lawmakers of skinflint statemanship as Georgia lags behind Southern peers. The Tech warns that failure to provide funds will halt growth and hinder the state’s technical stature.
Colonel Charles R Pendleton editor of The Macon Telegraph succeeds TMewlette A Hall as chairman of the Georgia Democratic Executive Committee and will lead the party with ability and devotion. His leadership promises a successful administration and faithful adherence to Democratic principles across state and national campaigns.
A satirical collection from Georgia themed columns critiques the early rising fad influenced by women, with verses about living dawns and breakfast, alongside humorous sketches of alligators, suffragette conventions, and political campaigning. It features a Georgia mockingbird vendor and political jests on a statewide candidate, touching on storms, humor, and public life.
An Anniston report describes Luther Burbank’s method of applying calomel to a pear tree by boring a hole and inserting the medicine. The tree reportedly recovered and is now thriving, suggesting trees may be cured of certain diseases with this treatment.
A collage of editorials and dispatches from The Brunswick News The Rome Tribune Herald The Nashville Herald Valdosta Times Worth County Local The Savannah News and others weigh in on the 1900s Georgia gubernatorial race. Sources discuss Hoke Smith Brown party dynamics regional shifts and public sentiment with references to campaigns messages and local political commentary.
The sixth annual Womans Missionary Convention of the MC church of America convenes at Butler Street July 27 with Bishop Holsey presiding. A chorus of about 100 voices has risen for the occasion. Prominent Methodists join the program. Daily sessions are inviting white attendees.
A Macon report from July 6 cites Sheriff George Plobinson returning from a trip through South Georgia. It notes farmers face harm from heavy grass and warns many will be required to undo crop damage, reflecting a bleak outlook for regional agriculture.
Special report from Jackson Georgia July 26 notes a new newspaper planned for Jasper County. Proprietors include Mowsers News Toiesen Tugene Hanex and Hollis Pope with Monticella backing. The publication is set to appear in August with strong assurances of support.
The Fifth District Democratic executive committee has been convened for next Monday at 10 a.m. in the New Kimball breakfast room. Delays stem from county committees not yet meeting, and concerns over candidate naming on ballots. AM Brand explains no names are placed on tickets by this committee, only fees paid to county committees.
Cordele Georgia reports the murder case of McRlaning Sanf Wane county tied to Lyens and his son. A mistrial is declared in Brunswick after a week of proceedings and a transfer to a related matter. The court contemplates incarceration and possible appeal while defense motions and witnesses shape the outcome.
Former Governor Hoke Smith will speak Saturday night at the City Auditorium in Macon. Smith Club members and local supporters arranged for a strong turnout to fill the building with voters.
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