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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
1
A Richmond era column surveys Gov. Hoke Smith and Joe Brown politics in Georgia. It notes tax and pension debates, convict lease issues, and calls for party unity while criticizing local press and election reform measures. It cites registration changes, late primaries, and a constitutional amendment. The piece contrasts northern and southern views on race and governance.
The piece argues that some African Americans are drawn to the Democratic Party for change and good government, but warns the party remains committed to white supremacy and promises only equal protection and lawful rights. It urges negro voters to seek governance that benefits all, aligning with southern allies who support black welfare within the law.
The piece describes white residents forming a mob in Illinois to avenge an assault on a white woman by a Black man. It notes attempts to lynch the suspect, arson of the Black neighborhood, and compares Northern reactions to Southern coverage while condemning lynch law. It argues political use of such crime and contrasts Northern and Southern press attitudes.
A Decatur budget for 1908 shows a $106,000 reduction from 1907 amid claims of lower assessed values across Decatur and neighboring counties. The notice concedes the shrinkage may not reflect true conditions, but notes a widespread fiscal squeeze.
An old advertisement claims kidney trouble can be detected by sediment in water and promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for back pain liver bladder and urinary issues. It offers samples and a free book by mail from Kilmer Co. Binghamton New York.
A brochure touts Blood Botanic Blood Balm as pleasant and safe, claiming it purifies and enriches the blood with pure botanic ingredients. It lists druggists selling large bottles at 1 dollar each with home cure directions.
Mortgage sale in Bainbridge Decatur County lists multiple tracts totaling 83 acres across Lots 203 221 73 and 48 in the 15th and 26th Districts. Property described as 40 6 23 50 and 10 acre parcels, tied to a mortgage from Decatur County Bank against C R Graham and F R Graham and others. Sheriff L P Patterson. August 5 1908.
Property described includes two mounts of livestock, a dark iron grey horse named Jim and a sorrel mare named Mary, tied to a mortgage in Bainbridge. Also an acre of land in Decatur County tied to a mortgage by Sam Stephens, with judgment in favor of Decatur County Bank. Sheriff L. F. Patterson executes sale on first Tuesday in September next during legal hours.
A public sale will occur at the courthouse during legal hours to satisfy a mortgage claim from the City Court of Bainbridge Decatur County Georgia. Property listed includes furniture, sewing machine, stock shares, an insurance policy and other items valued at multiple amounts to cover the debt.
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