22 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1907
Page
1
A collection of clipped opinions and rumors from various papers. The piece references figures like Rockefeller and William Jennings Bryan, discusses prohibition efforts in Terrell County, and critiques political calls for reform and electoral fairness with sharp local commentary.
A southern city social leader declares to a card party that card playing lowers womanhood, equals women to the liquor world, harms respect, and distracts from nobler pursuits. Thirty women endorse the view, signaling a shift away from cards in elite society, though some circles may keep the old ways.
The Fulton County Anti-Saloon League adopts resolutions praising Georgia's prohibition act and honoring leaders like Seah Wright, W A Covington, L G Hardman, J P Knight, W J Neel, Judge Roddenberg, and Mary Harris Armour. It commends the legislature's stand against whisky and calls for public gratitude toward the victors in virtue's cause.
The article discusses a proposed disfranchisement amendment to be voted on in October 1908, predicting strong opposition amid rising black voter registration. Maryland previously defeated similar legislation due to fears it could set a precedent to disenfranchise others. The Carolinas, Alabama, and Mississippi have adopted the plan, with mixed results and concerns it may backfire on white voters too.
A brief note notes a forthcoming start in Georgia with a system rollout soon. The fragment references a change and planning for personnel to begin work on the new setup.
Atlanta August 14 1907 letter from the Department of Agriculture warns country merchants and grocers that many goods may fail to meet the new Food and Drugs Act effective August 1. It directs disposal of noncomplying items and requires guarantees from sellers under national and state acts. After October 1 compliance will be strictly enforced.
SAAC BROCK of McLennan County Texas aged 117 years praises Peruna the remedy for catarrhal ailments. He recalls seeing 22 presidents and living at Bosque Falls before moving to Valley Mills. He credits Peruna with protecting him from climate changes and aiding his health during grippes epidemics.
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