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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1908
Page
1
A garbled collection of quotes and anecdotes references politics, social reform, jokes, and oddities from early 1900s newspapers. It mentions the National Vigilance Committee in Philadelphia, Roosevelt and Democrats, depictions of crime, science, and daily life, plus stray notes on marriage, birth, corsets, and a local New Jersey wedding cake deer tale.
A Bainbridge science group announces a leather medal for the best essay tied to a February meeting. The writeup recounts an odd tale of Mise Pasay and a goldfish in a small aquarium, culminating in the fish being eaten after a struggle. Also noted is the L N railroad ending liquor shipments to Georgia and a federal suit in Indiana about interstate shipping.
Weather outlook from the 7th to 29th shows mild and cloudy periods with varying rain chances. Expect a great storm mid month moving from the Mississippi Valley, followed by cold and squally conditions, northerly winds, and alternating mild or blustery spells with periods of rain.
Weather calendar lists alternating cold waves and warm periods with storms and high winds. Periods from 1 to 12, 18 to 19, and 25 to 26 bring storms and heavy gales, while 8 to 10 and 15 to 17 indicate warmer spells. Overall month near normal sunlight and precipitation.
Forecasts indicate an 11 mild wave and 12 to 15 storm periods with most sections east of the Mississippi affected. From 24 to 29, a Mississippi basin storm period and overall above February normals for Galf Bates.
Joan M. Brown seeks voters’ support for Political Purity Lower Taxation and Conservatism in Legislation. She vows economical government and protection of chartered corporations rights while upholding Prohibition and civic purity, stating 25 years of public service. Faithfully Yours.
The message to Congress calls for outlawing gross forms of gambling in stocks and commodities comparable to lotteries. It criticizes actions hurting business and stockholders, urges persistent reform, and asks for increased ICC power to regulate bonds and enforce fair rates.
A source, described as a large Qeelir, claims about half of the nation’s coffee business is handled by eddlers and premiumers. This means 50 percent of coffee sold at 30 to 50 percent above fair price.
S A Roddenbery declares his bid for Congress in the Second Congressional District of Georgia. He pledges to advocate the same moral political principles endorsed by Georgia voters and enacted into state law, aiming for national endorsement and statutory reflection.
To White Democratic voters of Decatur County John M Brown declares candidacy for State Senator from the Eighth Senatorial District in the upcoming White Democratic Primary. He cites 1907 platform principles and endorsements from The Rainbridge Democrat and 1906 state election and local Prohibition campaign, pledging to serve vested rights and equity if honored.
L. C. Toole declares his bid for the State Senate representing the Eighth District in Decatur County. He pledges to work for the district and state, endorse the current administration, and seek voter support in the upcoming primary.
S Brinson announces his candidacy for Representative from Decatur county subject to the Democratic white Primary on Wednesday March 11 1908. He asks fellow citizens for support and pledges to perform duties fearlessly and conscientiously for the public good.
Chas L Harrell declares his candidacy for the General Assembly seat subject to the white Democratic convention in March. He pledges support for the Macon platform and notes his lifelong ties to Decatur County as an organized Democrat seeking votes.
W M Harrell declares candidacy for re election as Judge of the City Court of Bainbridge subject to White Democratic Primary. He pledges to serve with faith and sincerity if re elected and asks for continued confidence.
To the citizens of Decatur County I announce my candidacy for the office of Solicitor of the City Court of Bainbridge subject to the rules and local election provisions.
In New York City the bank holds total deposits around 81 billion dollars with 840 million in interest paid to depositors. The report highlights large sums and the distribution of earnings to customers.
A formal notice from C. W. Wimberly as Clerk of the Superior Court seeks re election in the upcoming primary. He requests voter support and expresses gratitude for public confidence and pledges full effort to merit continued trust.
A three year deputy sheriff seeks the Democratic primary nomination for sheriff declaring readiness to run a faithful impartial administration. He asks voters to consider his service and pledges honesty and active leadership if elected.
D R Barber, longtime deputy sheriff, announces candidacy for sheriff of Decatur County. He cites four years of service and requests support from fellow citizens ahead of the Democratic primary.
A. B. Griffin announces his candidacy for sheriff in Decatur County in the Democratic primary. He pledges to bring energy and determination to the office and to value the suffrages of fellow citizens if elected.
Citizens urge C A Helton to run in the Democratic white Primary for Sheriff. He touts reputation in enforcing Prohibition era laws and vagrant statutes, pledging faithful impartial duty and strict law enforcement if elected. He thanks supporters and asks all voters to endorse firm enforcement of beneficial laws.
For county assessor, Thomas J. Jackson announces candidacy in the Democratic Primary to be held this spring and pledges faithful, conscientious duties if elected.
Native of the county and lifelong Democrat, Aaron P Long announces candidacy for Receiver of Taxes in the upcoming Democratic White Primary. He pledges to faithfully discharge duties and asks Democratic voters and friends to support him, citing limited time for canvassing before the Primary.
J W Butts announces re election to the office of Tax Collector of Decatur county subject to the Democratic Primary. He thanks supporters for past favors and expresses hope to again fill the office to everyone's satisfaction.
A county official announces candidacy for the position of county treasurer. The statement outlines intent to seek the office, with emphasis on financial stewardship and public service.
A Decatur County resident announces candidacy for County Treasurer in the Democratic White Primary. He pledges faithful service if elected, notes thirty years in Decatur County, and requests friends’ help since his duties prevent a full county canvass. He has never run for office before and remains a lifelong Democrat.
T B Maxwell addresses White voters in stating his candidacy for re election as Ordinary of Decatur County in the White Democratic Primary. He pledges fidelity to duties and to justice equity and law for the state county and citizens and thanks supporters.
J D Talbert announces candidacy for Ordinary in the forthcoming Democratic Primary. He asks for countywide support and pledges to discharge duties conscientiously honestly promptly and courteously if elected.
Voters in the Fourth Commissioners District select J. E. Harrell in the White Democratic Primary on March 1. Harrell pledges faithful discharge of duties and prudent handling of public funds to keep taxes low. R. E. L. Monroe.
Inside pages of The Democrat present additional notices and commentary. The items include public announcements and reader responses awaiting attention.
A reader letter from Mrs. Anne Linder of Dassek Minnesota praises Pernna for improving health and confidence at home. She states the product helped when she was tired and wet, asserting she would not be without it.
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