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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
1
Local readers receive a political boost as W. J. Douiar supports HON. JOHN M. BROWN for the Eighth Senatorial District Senate. The letter lauds Brown's consistent, strong convictions and calls for steadfast Democratic leadership, praising long familiarity and a firm stand on core principles.
The 1907 Digest lists taxable property at 6,621,751 with an increase of 667,196 from 1906. Collected taxes include state six mills and county five mills totaling 37,000 plus local line items. White taxpayers 1,849 colored 1,946. defaulters white 88 colored 108. Veterans and widows report pending additions, 251 ex Confederate soldiers and 89 widows, likely rising to 275 veterans and up to 100 widows. Assessments begin April for three months. the county aims to align pensions and education funding with past surveys.
The City Court will begin the next term on the first Monday in March with many cases docketed, including two large sums of 20 000 and 30 000. The 30 000 case is in the U S court. The Superior court judge will visit on the first Monday in February to hear motions and take up the certiorari docket. no jury trials will be held.
Campaign card for Joax M. Brown announcing his 1908 bid for state senator in the 8th district. He pledges political purity lower taxation conservatism economical government support for corporations rights but not confiscation or emasculation, and strong Prohibition enforcement. He notes 25 years of public service without self interest urging fellow citizens to vote March 11.
The Democratic Executive Committee of Decatur county orders a white Democratic primary for Bainbridge on March 12 1908. Voters registered by March 26 2007 and timely registrants may vote. candidates face fees and must register by February 6 1908 to appear on the ballot.
The Democratic Executive Committee of the county schedules a February 24 1908 primary with printed ballots listing compliant candidates and exclusive ballot use by managers. After expenses and a $25 treasury deposit any remaining funds are refunded, and a March 12 1908 meeting at Bainbridge courthouse will declare results and handle business. The election will be conducted under Georgia primary laws.
S A Roddenbery declares candidacy for Congress in the Second District. He pledges to travel to the people to push moral and political principles he has long supported in Georgia, aiming for national endorsement and statutory enactment.
August 1 1907 letter from John M Brown announces his candidacy for State Senator from the Eighth Senatorial District in Decatur County White Democratic Primary. He cites adherence to 1907 State Democratic platform and prior endorsements by The Bainbridge Democrat and in the 1906 State election and 1907 Legislature. He pledges conservatism and devotion to vested rights and the public interest.
A Decatur County resident announces candidacy for the State Senate from the Eighth Senatorial District. The candidate pledges to advance district and state interests, promises a square deal for all voters, and endorses the present State administration while seeking White Democratic voter support.
M E O Neal announces candidacy for the City Court Solicitor of Bainbridge subject to the Democratic White Primary. He pledges faithful discharge of duties and asks the white citizens of Decatur County for their support.
A formal announcement states C. W. Wimberly will seek re election as Clerk of the Superior Court subject to the upcoming primary. He expresses gratitude for public support and pledges continued effort to merit confidence.
Jno H Emanuel declares his three years as Deputy Sheriff qualify him for the office. He pledges faithful and impartial administration if elected and seeks voter approval in the Democratic White Primary.
DD R Barber announces candidacy for sheriff of Decatur County subject to the Democratic primary. He cites four years as deputy sheriff and urges fellow citizens to support him, asserting his fitness and acceptability for the duties.
A. B. Griffin declares his bid for Sheriff in the coming Democratic Primary. He vows to bring energy and capability to the duties and to value the suffrages of Decatur County citizens.
A candidate asserts commitment to faithfully and conscientiously discharge duties if elected in the Democratic Primary. Thos J Jackson solicits votes from fellow citizens.
Native of the county and lifelong Democrat Aaron P Long asks Democratic voters for support in the upcoming White Primary for the office of Receiver of Taxes. He vows to faithfully and conscientiously discharge duties if elected and appeals to friends to aid his campaign since time before the Primary prevents a full canvass.
An unnamed statement from J W Butts announces candidacy for re election to the office of Tax Collector of Decatur county subject to the Democratic Primary. He thanks supporters and expresses intent to continue serving in the position to the satisfaction of all.
Decatur County representative candidate S Brinson appeals to voters in the upcoming Democratic white primary set for March 11 1968. He pledges to perform duties fearlessly and for the public good as elected.
The announcement states W. T. Nicholson will seek the Democratic nomination for Decatur County Tax Collector in the upcoming primary. He pledges faithful and conscientious discharge of duties if elected.
A long time Decatur County Democrat announces candidacy for County Treasurer in the Democratic White Primary. He pledges faithful service if elected, notes thirty years in Decatur County, and explains inability to canvass the county due to his current position. He asks friends to support him and appreciates public favor.
Tam Maxwell announces candidacy for re election as Ordinary of Decatur County in the White Democratic Primary. He pledges fidelity to duties, justice, equity, and the law, thanking supporters for their past backing.
J D Talbert announces candidacy for Ordinary in the forthcoming Democratic Primary. He pledges to win support countywide and to discharge duties conscientiously, honestly, promptly and courteously if elected.
K. E. L. Monroe runs in the White Democratic Primary for Fourth District County Commissioner to succeed J. E. Harrell. Monroe pledges faithful discharge of duties and careful consideration of expenditures and low taxes if elected.
The Democrat notes that additional announcements and related comments can be found on the issue's inside pages. Readers are directed to consult those pages for full details and context.
A reader shares a testimonial claiming Peruna cured long standing systemic catarrh and improved health after many doctors and medicines failed. The writer notes a great change after the first bottle and urges others to try Peruna, ending with a brief family anecdote.
Judge TM M Marrell announces candidacy for re election to Bainbridge City Court subject to the upcoming White Democratic Primary. He pledges to strive for continued confidence and approval if honored by voters.
I announce my candidacy for re election as County Treasurer in the Democratic Primary awaiting its action. I pledge the same fidelity and duty that marked my past service and am grateful for past favors. I respectfully solicit the continued support of fellow citizens and remain your obedient servant, SEO. 5 M NAIR.
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