Notice to Subscribers From The Constitution Publishing Co
Notice to subscribers warns readers about the 1910 Georgia registration law and disfranchisement risks. It urges in person registration, voter oath, and signing the voter's book six months before the election, stressing that registration cannot be done by proxy and taxes must be paid in person where applicable. The piece references The Macon Telegraph editorial analysis and notes possible motives behind the law while urging citizens to comply.
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Macon Telegraph
Thomas E Watson
Jeffersonian
Georgia
We Know The Conditions We Don’t Know The Remedy
Editorial discusses Georgia prohibition gaps and interstate whisky flow from Tennessee and Florida. It argues local option and lax enforcement fuel ongoing traffic, calls for remedies such as stricter enforcement, dispensaries, or alternative options, and invites Dr Broughton’s feasible measures while condemning hypocrisy and illegal sale.
Hutchens Named to Prison Commission in Georgia
Governor Brown appoints Hutchens of Polk County to fill the vacancy caused by Judge Joseph Turner's death. The selection is hailed as wise and strong, reflecting Hutchens's reputation as a leading northern Georgia lawyer whose abilities are expected to yield positive results for the commission.
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Hono . Hutchens
Polk
Joseph Turner
Brown
Hutchens
North Geor
Hutchens Appointment Praised for Georgia Bar Eligibility
Governor Brown appoints Hutchens from his home district to a key Georgia commission post. The choice aligns with constitutional needs by including a bar member and strengthens the state's official roster. Hutchens is seen as a capable, valuable addition to Georgia’s government.
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Georgia
Brown
Antil
Hutcheng
Contented Farmer and Rural Life in Georgia Verse
A mosaic of rural scenes and anecdotes from Georgia era papers. Poems praise living at home, harvests, and lambs, with sketches of local life, weather, and small town humor. Various voices yearn for simple country contentment against distant Wall Street bustle.
Congdon Named Chairman Horse Show
Congdon manager of Atlanta Gas Light Company and avid horseman is named chairman of the Atlanta horse show committee for local entries. Announcement by Atlanta North Show Association executive committee. Show to be held at Auditorium Armory October 19 20 22. Entries to be coordinated with Congdon. Oscar Bay named assistant.
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Atlanta Gas Light Company
Atlanta Norse Show Association
Auditorium Armory
Oscar Bay
South
Atlanta
Maryland
Aiong
Beau Brummell
Dr Fanning Leaves as Wes ley Memorial Hospital Superintendent
Yesterday marked the last day of Dr O G Fanning as superintendent of Wesley Memorial Hospital. He led the institution for over two years, earning strong support from medical staff and nurses. He received a handsome surgical instrument set from the nurses and plans a short visit to his mother in South Carolina before deciding his future. Dr Fanning, a 1905 Atlanta School of Medicine graduate, is succeeded by Dr George N MacDonell, son of Rev G G N MacDonell and brother of Judge A H MacDonell of Savannah. Dr MacDonell, 2 years old, is a graduate of Emory College and the Atlanta College of Physicians and Surgeons, formerly involved with the Cubin mission of the Methodist church, has served as surgeon in the Guadalupe mines and railroad in Nuevo Leon, and recently ran a large general practice at Villaldama before moving to Atlanta. He was superintendent of Hospital Monterey during the yellow fever era and now resides with his family at Keen Feardon Street.
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South Carolina
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Atlanta School of Medicine
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G G N MacDonell
A H MacDonell
Savannah
MacDonell
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Atlanta College of Physicians and
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Mexico
George Moore Dies Founder of Moore & Burzees Minstrels
George Washington Moore known as Pons Moore founder of Moore and Burzees Minstr eles and active in sporting circles died here this morning. He rose to prominence in minstrel shows and was linked to regional sports clubs and events. His death marks the loss of a noted entertainer and sports figure.
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London
George Washington Moore
Moore & Bur Zees Minstrels
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New Registration Law and Its Requirements
The Macon Telegraph warns against assuming tax payment auto registers voters. Citizens must appear in person, oath before the tax collector, and sign the voters book to be registered. The law requires the collector to close the books six months before the election and does not permit automatic registration by payment of taxes.
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Georgia
Evilectors
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Tizelta
Bibb
Jones
Micon
What are you to do about it says Dr Broughton 1909 letter
A public letter from L. G. Broughton of Atlanta dated September 20, 1909 questions editor Howell about Georgia prohibition policy. He asks for a clear stance on enforcement and potential changes to the law, urging a direct expression of position on statewide prohibition, dispensary options, and barroom privileges. The letter critiques evasive editorial language and seeks straightforward, public guidance.
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Tennessee
Youelone
Atlanta
Georgia
Howell
LFS
G Broughton
First Execution in Baker County Enlarges Mills Expansion
October 4 reports Baker County history of executions and race tied capital cases amid textile plant expansions. Columbus factories enlarge operations with new machinery, spindles, and additions. Colun bus Manufacturing, Hamburg, Bibb, Georgia Manufacturing, Perkins Hosiery, Eagle and Phoenix Mills, Topsy Hosiery cited among upgrades.
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Eter
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Calumbus i
Prosnerst
Cirelet
Colun Tue
Whtel
Hamburg
Bibb Manufacturing Company
Georgia Manufacturing Company
Perkins
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