Tarrell County Democrats Back Smith Faction in Special Session
In Dawson Georgia May 26 twelve members attended a special Tarrell County Democratic Executive Committee meeting with two proxies. Resolutions drafted for Hoke Smith supporters were adopted by eleven votes to three, condemning the state party’s gubernatorial primary voting qualifications. Barnesville merchants Fingfish Bros promote Hawkes glasses May 28–29 with a noted optician available. The edition also notes a salary raise for Dubin teachers and city education board changes.
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Dawson
Hoke Smith
Tarrell County
Democratic Executive Committee
Democratic’ Executive Committee
Smith
Barnesville
Fingfish Bros
Hawkes
Relics of Revolution to Arrive for Macon Centennial
Smithsonian artifacts from the American Revolution will be loaned for a Macon centennial exhibit next fall. Through Senators Bacon and Clay and Georgia congressmen Mrs. Edgar Ross and the Nathaniel Macon chapter D A R, the exhibit will be housed in a special building at Fort Hawkins for the 100th anniversary. The transfer received government consent and has generated strong local interest.
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Constitution Bureau
Second Street
Macon
Beccn
Clay
Georgia
Edgar Ross
Nathaniel Macon
Daughters of the American Revolution
Smithsonian
Washington
Fort Hawkins
Jones Becomes New Justice in Macon Oath Taken
A. P. Jones was sworn in as successor to Justice J. H. E. Gerdine before Ordinary C. M. Wiley in Macon Georgia. Governor Terrell and Attorney General Hart ruled on his eligibility after the election noting he had not been a registered voter in his own district.
Optical shop advertises skilled eyeglass frame work
MO. L. MOORE & SONS advertise expert eyeglass frame adjustment. The opticians in their ophthalmic prescription department are selected for special skill in fitting frames to faces. Scientific opticians located at 42 N Broad St, Podential building.
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MO. L. Moore & Sons
Scientific Opticians
N. Broad St
Po Dential Building
Large Enterprise at Buford Oil and Fertilizer Company Organized
Buford Ga May 26 Special Organization of where to be known as Buford Oil and Fertilizer Company was completed yesterday with officers and directors elected. Ww B Shadburn president T C Burton vice president L P Pattilo secretary treasurer C H Nicholls superintendent. BMS H Henson O F Green L T Sudderth John F Eapey H W Christian directors. Authorized capital stock $100000. A street has been secured and active building operations will begin at once.
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Buford
Buford Oil and Fertilizer
Ww. B. Shadburn
T. C. Burton
L. P. Pattilo
C H. Nicholls
Bms H. Henson
O. F Green
Junior Order Rally in Macon Boosts Membership
Enthusiastic rally of Betsy Ross circle members of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics in Macon last Friday drew many new membership applications. The Macon group now exceeds 200 members with two councils, signaling growth and prosperity.
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Macon
Betsy -Ross Gamel
Junior Order of United American Mechanica
Oraer Se
Divorce Suit Filed by Mrs Maud Barnes in Macon
Mrs Maud Allen Barnes files for divorce from Andrew I Barnes in Bibb County Superior Court stating cruelty and Florida residence for the husband. They married in Macon six years ago and have two small children.
Dublin Chautauqua Week Full Program Announced
The Dublin Chautauqua Association released the full week program beginning June 17 with Kaler’s Orchestra and the Royal Male Quartette. Highlights include lectures by Edward Amherst, Dr. L. G. Herbert, and Congressman Hobson, plus concerts, humorous shows, and a grand singing convention through June 22.
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Dublin
Ghautauqudg
Chautauque
Tia
Dr. Herbert
Arand
Kaler
Royal Male Quartette
Professor Ott
Richmond Peargon Hobson
Greensboro
America
Herbert L. Cope
Chicago
Cops
Charlotte Emerges as Southern Clothing Center
The South's clothing industry is rapidly advancing with Charlotte at its core. Once a 5000 population village, the city now surpasses 40000 and hosts several trousers and suit manufacturers, including the Southern Pants Company with 100000 capital. Their Alligator Long Waist Pants trade reaches the South and West, supported by strong advertising and a policy to tailor goods for wearer satisfaction.
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Charlotte
N. G
Asuth
Southern Pants Company
College Street
Great Western States
Mercer President Charles Lee Smith Honored by Wake Forest
Charles Lee Brith of Mercer University received the doctor of laws degree at Wake Forest College's closing exercises. An alumnus of Wake Forest and Johns Hopkins, he is Mercer’s president and the news pleased Georgia observers who value the honor for Mercer.
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Mercer
Wake Forest College
Macon
Charles Lee Brith
Mercer University
Land
Johns Hopkins
Baptista
Georgia
Smith
Ruth Parker
Alice Bonnell
Gladys Bonnell
Louise
Ethel
Elizabeth
Eleanor Soloman
Constance
Jaques
Margaret Smith
Julia Gerding
One Hundred Dollars Versus One Dollar Tale
A typographical error in an advertisement by Hise man and Well misstated a prize amount, claiming 31 dollars instead of 1000. The firm, renowned as a popular Atlante merchant, is known for large scale promotions and generosity.
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Messrs. Hiseman & Well
Mberal
Tee
Police Chief Tuetanawer in Contempt Show Cause Case
Macon May 20. Police Chief G C Conner and Patrolman A J Reddy to appear before Judge Felton to show cause why they may not be adjudged in contempt for recent arrests in veterans license cases. Judge Matt Freeman represents the offended parties.
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Macon
G. C. Conner
A. J. Reddy
Felton
Matt Freeman
Death of Mrs. Ken R. Thomas in Hast Macon
Mrs Ken R Thomas of Hast Macon Virginia died at the family home this morning after long illness at age 26. She is survived by her husband a mother and one brother. The funeral will be at the home tomorrow conducted by Rev Mr Arnold. Interment in Fort Hill cemetery.
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Kien Thomas
Macon
Ken R. Thomas
J.R. Thomas
Jong”ines
Dupont Guerry Reelected Wesleyan Leader at Commencement
Dupont Guerry of Wesleyan College was reelected head of the institution for three years by an unanimous vote of the trustees. Wesleyan prepares for commencement with Bishop McDowell as speaker and a full slate of alumnae events and addresses, while Dr. Smith of Mercer University receives an honorary doctor of laws degree.
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Bnreau
Second Street
Macon
Dupont’ Guerry
Wesleyan College
Guerry
Weslayan
Issac Hardeman
Hammond
Atlanta
W. R. Rogers
Mason
Wesleyan
New College
W. F. McDowell
Dupont Guerry
Young J. Alten
Mra. J
A. Clarke
Auld Lang Syne
Susie Derry Parker
Mra
W. G. Soloman
Mia
Edgar Hosa
United States
Tis
Board of Trustees
Royster Guano Company Denies Affiliation With Indictments
Norfolk May 28 F F Royster president and F Burroughs vice president of the Royster Guano Company deny affiliation with other indicted fertilizer firms. They claim Royster is independent, setting its own rates and selling goods without coordination. Burroughs says he has not seen the indictment and will plan defense once charged.
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Royster Guano Company
Norfolk
Royster
F. Burroughs
Nashville
Royster Company
Burroughs Caid
Strike on Odessa Sparks Fears of Jewish Targeting
A strike in Odessa on May 26 raises fears of ethnic violence as Jewish residents face incitement by agitators. False currency claims surface alleging a Jewish-led scheme in Tula province with a listed president and a vice president, stoking tensions in the city.
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Odesssee
Odessa
Plsck
Tula
Marl Dyes
Giped Krusttaleff
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