19 Aug 1897
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1897
Page
1
A disjointed, heavily garbled passage references political figures, elections, and social tensions. It mentions Minnesota discovery points, party politics, and historical rhetoric with scattered mentions of governors, bills, and race relations, all in an incoherent amalgam of phrases.
Atlanta reports the legislature will face high costs from invalid pensions and convict care. Officials warn the 1900s era tax levy may reach new highs, with $40,000 to $50,000 more needed for pensioners and plans to reallocate funds to cover rising costs and potential jail and penitentiary needs.
Georgian editorials discuss that the law limits the current year to 500000 for schools, while governors push for a million to cover next year teachers’ pay. The piece links rising crime to political shifts, debates Georgia pension costs, and calls for restraining public spending and cautious tax increases. It notes legislative uncertainty over a one million dollar school appropriation and anticipates autumn action.
Julia J. Shiver files libel for divorce in Miller Superior Court October Term 1907. Defendant Samuel Higer is required in person or by steamer to appear on the 3rd Monday in October to answer. Witness Judge H. C. Sheffield. Clerk M. D. Rosents June 28, 1907.
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