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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1908
Page
1
An editorial argues farmers should plant more corn and legumes to boost land and stock, cut fertilizer costs, and lift cotton prices. It profiles Georgia politics, noting Lee Brown’s dismissal record, populist currents, railroad and liquor interests, and the state’s convicts policy debate.
A local option editorial based on Dr. H. W. Wiley’s claim that 85 percent of whiskey is an imitation. The piece condemns neutral spirits and adulterants, denounces the liquor trade, and notes an upcoming club offer mixing Farmers Union News with the Nation’s Union paper for 1.75 per person.
The Albany Herald argues the state Democratic convention backed a rule shifting primary selection from a county delegate majority to a state wide majority. It calls the popular vote method democratic, fair, and already used since 1900 in the Second District, noting it gives each vote equal weight and makes primaries true state elections.
The piece argues Georgia voters should grant Hoke Smith a fair chance for a second term, noting only one legislature has passed in two years and reform laws are partly enacted. It contends national panics are not caused by Smith's policies and urges patience to judge the administration by its record. The public deserves time to show results.
C S Woolever of LeRaysville New York recounts a twenty year health sentence ended by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve which cured bleeding piles twenty years ago. The advert claims the salve heals the worst sores boils burns wounds and cats in the shortest time with 35 cents at all drug stores.
Frank Park announces his candidacy for Judge of the Superior Court of the Albany Circuit, subject to the June 4 Democratic primary. He pledges to run an economical, impartial court system, uphold timely sessions, and seek fair trials while declining county political influence. He invites voters to learn his principles and supports honest, respectful administration.
Judge W N Spence announces candidacy for re nomination to the Superior Court of the Albany Circuit. He asks voters for active support at the June 4 primary, pledges to work full duties and continue fearless faithful service, and plans spring court terms with outreach to voters despite bench time.
The Fitzgerald Enterprise supports the claim that Governor Smith will receive more votes than any Georgia candidate in years. It argues the masses back his two year record and denies unrest in business circles being caused by the administration.
Joseph M. Brown declares his candidacy for governor in the June primary opposing incumbent Hoke Smith. Brown, a former railroad commissioner and son of the late Confederate wartime governor Joseph E Brown, lists his Mas ketta, Georgia residence and political background as his qualifications.
Joseph M Brown pledges economy and reform in a Georg ia gubernatorial platform from Marietta on March 18 1908. He calls for Confederate pension payments in one sum tax cuts railroad regulation public institution support and liberal school funding. He also seeks railroad commission changes labor department anti lobbying measures and safeguards for law abiding capital while opposing undesirable immigration.
The District Court of the United States for the Southern District of Georgia announces Bainbridge Trading Company of Bainbridge Decatur County is bankrupt. A first meeting of creditors is set for April 17, 1908 at the Decatur County Courthouse in Bainbridge at nine in the forenoon. creditors may attend, prove claims, appoint a trustee, examine the bankrupt, and conduct related business. The bankrupt must appear. Referee in Bankruptcy Wilfred C. Lane signs the notice in Valdosta Georgia on April 2, 1908.
United States Court Southern District of Georgia adjudges James Bell a bankrupt in Decatur County. Creditors are notified that the first meeting will be held at the Decatur County Court House Bainbridge Ga on April 17 1908 at nine o clock in the forenoon for proof of claims.
United States District Court in the Southwestern Division lists J H Kirkland of Bainbridge Decatur County as bankrupt. First meeting of creditors set for April 17 1908 at 9:00 AM in Decatur County Court House Bainbridge GA. creditors may attend, prove claims, appoint a trustee, examine the bankrupt, and conduct related business. Referee Wilfred Lane oversees the proceedings.
A candidate for Georgia State Treasurer addresses Democratic voters promising over twenty years of service and faithful attention to duties if elected. He emphasizes a record open to public scrutiny and commitment to the office in the forthcoming Democratic primary on June 4.
Three full life scholarships advertised for sale to young men and women at multiple Georgia colleges. Institutions include Southern Shorthand and Business University in Atlanta and Albany, Thomasville Business College, and Energy Business College in Wacon. Scholarships promise first class status and paying positions for graduates with monthly salaries ranging from 75 to 15 dollars. Editor Democrs Bainbridge, Ga.
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