Georgia Democratic Convention Nominee Picked for Governor
Official returns show Joseph M. Terrell winning a majority on the first ballot with 194 counted votes in the state convention. Col. J. H. Estill remains hopeful, while Dupont Guerry trails with 66 to 88 votes in counties reported. Terrell plans a retreat to Meriwether county before returning to Atlanta.
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J. A. Estill
Dupont Guerry
Georgia
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J. H. Estill
Terrell
Werner Hill
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Meriwether County
Atlanta
Estill
Guerry
Democratic Executive Committee
Chatham County
W. Meldrim
Herman Myers
D. C. Barrow
Robert L. Coliing
J. R
Thomas
Hart
Governors Nomination Counts From Official Returns
Official returns compiled show Terrell Merritt Stevens and Heason leading on the first ballot. The convention on July 2 is expected to proceed smoothly with Salling noted as a likely favorite.
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Merritt
Stevens
Heason
Senate Passes Rail Right of Way Bill on Gasparilla Island
The senate approved a bill granting right of way to the Alasia, Manatee and Gulf Railroad through U.S. lighthouse and military reservations on Gasparilla Island, Florida. The measure also relieves George T. Winston and W. S. Primrose from responsibility for ordnance stores issued to the North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts and destroyed by fire.
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United States
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Florida
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W. S. Primrose
North Carolina College of Agriculture
Mrs Terrell to Be Georgia Governor’s Wife Hidden in Campaign
The Meriwether statesman’s wife, Jessie Lee Spivey Terrell, poised to become first lady. Tagged as cultured and devout, she supported husband Harris M Terrell through a hard campaign and will preside with dignity. They plan to travel to Greenville for rest after the victory.
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Ufe
Harris County
Joseph M. Terrell
Jessie Lee Spivey
Thomas Spivey
Hamilton
Wesleyan Female College
Macon
Robert Spivey
Greenville
Peachtree Street
Merritt Likely Nominated for State School Commissioner
Official returns show Professor W. B. Merritt of Valdosta is certain to be named school commissioner on the first ballot. Glenn’s defeat surprised friends as Merritt carried the six largest counties. Sanford offered Steadman V. Sanford the assistant commissioner post, and Sanford, born in Conyers and Mercer graduate, will join Merritt in the office.
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Valdosta
Merritt
Steadman V. Sanford
Marietta
Sanford
Conyers
Mercer University
Shelton P. Sanford
Georgia
X . Frofesaer Sanford
Fleming Gives Up The Fight For Congress Nomination
Congressman W H Fleming of the tenth concedes the nomination to Hon T W Hardwick of Washington to succeed him in the next congress. Fleming accuses Augusta sentiment and populists of sacrificing him. Returns show Hancock county leaning Fleming, while Lincoln county official count declares the tally for Hardwick.
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Lincoln County
Talk of Hill for Chairman of Democratic Committee
Hon Hiram Warner Hill, long time campaign manager for Gov Joseph M. Terrell, has received numerous congratulatory messages and telegrams urging him to consider becoming the next chairman of the state Democratic executive committee. Friends report he has given no serious consideration, though some urge him to pursue the role. The matter has sparked discussion among his supporters.
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Joseph M. Terrell
Terrell
Democratic Executive Committee
Hill
Masterson Behind Bars in Chicago Gambling Sweep
William B Masterson and James C Sullivan were arrested in Chicago on gambling paraphernalia charges. Also detained were J F Sanders of Denver and Frank of Chicago. Bail set at 1000 for Masterson and Sullivan, Sanders and Frank held overnight. Police linked to reports of western gamblers traveling through Chicago Cincinnati and Philadelphia. Masterson denies ties and says they came to sail to England.
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Southern Railway Surgeons Hear Papers at Meeting
Dr McRae of Atlanta opened sessions as the Association of Southern Railway Surgeons heard papers on technical subjects. Speakers included J H Mitchel Mount Vernon TX TF W Runyan Austell GA G A Baxter Chattanooga TN and P Fox Greeneville TN Delegates toured Mount Vernon and held a brief business session The annual banquet at the New Willard was presided by Dr George Ross of Richmond VA with toasts to Our Country Washington Southern Railway Our Association and Woman The preceding business session featured papers by J Shorter Macon GA and W D Richardson Ventura ins
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Greeneville
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Georgia
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Mitchells Behest 20000 Men Quit Work Across Two Virginias
Riot proclamations spread at Yorktown while a special train stands ready to move officers to the district. In Wilkesbarre, Mitchell directs a 20000 strong Virginia strike with 18000 expected to quit. Roosevelt refuses to act as mediator, citing lack of legal authority. Last night’s shooting sobered miners, with Stanton colliery closed and police diminished.
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Georgia and national news roundup with varied items
Forecast notes interior rain with fair coast, highs near 89, winds southeast. Reports list politics in Georgia nominating Terrell and allies, a murder attack on Joseph Trotziler, Mercer and state university commencements, Bailey & Co. mill fire, and railway audits. Also covers lynching in Virginia, ambush of David Knight, Washington endowment check, and international tensions including Paris cabinet changes and Mont Pelee eruptions.
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Virginia
David Knight
Madison County
Alabama
Knight
Washington and Lee University
Lovejoy
Montgomery
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