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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
1
A loose critique blends views on honesty in public affairs, railroad regulation, cotton markets, and language barriers. The piece references Atlanta and Chattanooga, moral debates, and notable figures, implying a period newspaper editorial tone with varied opinions.
The Postoffice Department issued an order on September 4, 1907, barring eight, weekly newspapers sent to subscribers in arrears of more than one year from the regular postage rate. We urge overdue subscribers to settle by April 1, 1908, or have their names stricken from the list.
The Methodist Church announces Bishop Henry M. Morrison will preach Sunday March 8 at the Court House in Bainbridge. Officials invite other city churches to join the 11 o clock service and expect many out of town attendees to fill the hall.
The Savannah Morning News notes the rapid rise of municipal indebtedness and warns that posterity bears the burden. It cites New York Citys debt at over 42 million and Georgia towns debating improvement bonds, with Atlanta considering a million dollar issue.
The discussion turns to bond issuance and the burden of interest payments on city finances. Officials weigh prudent borrowing against the need for public funds and avoiding excessive costly obligations.
The state department of agriculture orders prosecutions for pure pork sausage mislabeling after 65 samples tested by the state chemist found 11 mixed products and several containing prohibited preservatives including sulphite of soda. Commissioner Hudson warns dealers to cease violations or face action.
L O Jackson declares his candidacy for Ordinary of Decatur County pending the Democratic Primary on March 11. He cites 49 years of Bainbridge and county residency and service on the County Board, pledging faithful duty if elected, noting his illness limits his campaign.
White Democratic voters of Decatur County are urged to support John M Brown for State Senator from the Eighth District. He pledges conservatism, respect for vested rights, and service to county district and state interests, citing prior endorsements and campaigns.
A White Democratic voter announces candidacy for the State Senate from the Eighth Senatorial District subject to the primary. The candidate pledges to pursue district and state interests without promises or favors and to give the people a square deal while endorsing the present state administration and seeking voters’ support.
Decatur County voters are asked to support S Brinson in the Democratic white primary to be held Wednesday March 11 1908. Brinson pledges to perform duties fearlessly and conscientiously for the public good if elected.
Chas L Harrell declares his candidacy for Representative in the General Assembly and pledges to support the Macon platform. He states he has been a Democrat in Decatur County since childhood and asks for support at the white Democratic convention on March 11.
A candidate announces efforts for the Democratic white primary for Decatur County representation. He pledges to faithfully discharge duties if elected and seeks the support of friends due to pressing business matters. The candidate signs as W. T. NICHODSON.
J M Smith announces his candidacy for Representative in the Legislature in the white Democratic Primary. He pledges to serve the people without favors, supports veterans and widows, and asks voters to remember him.
A. A. Subers declares candidacy for the House of Representatives subject to Decatur county voters at the White Democratic Primary on March 11. He pledges to represent the people and advance their interests if elected.
W M Harrell declares candidacy for re election as Judge of the City Court of Bainbridge pending the White Democratic Primary. He pledges faithful service and continued confidence if honored by the voters.
M E O Neal announces candidacy for the City Court Solicitor of Bainbridge subject to the Democratic White Primary. He pledges faithful service and asks for the suffrage and support of Decatur County white citizens.
The candidate announces his bid for re election as Clerk of the Superior Court pending the coming primary. He thanks voters for past confidence and pledges full effort to merit continued support. Cc W Wimberly wants voter backing in the county.
The candidate pledges faithful active honest and impartial sheriff administration after three years as deputy. He asks voters for favorable consideration in the upcoming Democratic White Primary.
A four year deputy sheriff runs for sheriff of Decatur County. He states his four years of service qualify him for the duties and calls for support from fellow citizens. He signs as D, R, Barber.
A. Be Griffin announces a bid for sheriff in Decature County and pledges to bring energy and capability to the duties, thanking fellow citizens for their support in the Democratic Primary.
C A Helton declares candidacy for sheriff in the Democratic white primary. He cites his record prosecuting and convicting violators under Prohibition and vows to enforce the Vagrant law and all public morals laws with faithful, impartial duty if elected. He appeals to voters for support across the county.
C A Smith announces candidacy for Sheriff subject to the Democratic Primary on March 11. He pledges a faithful discharge of duties if elected.
In the Democratic Primary this spring Thomas Jackson announces his candidacy for the office of Tax Assessor of Decatur County. He pledges to faithfully discharge duties if elected and appeals to fellow citizens for their support.
Aaron P Long announces his candidacy for the office of Receiver of Taxes in the upcoming Democratic White Primary. He pledges faithful and conscientious duty if elected, notes his county roots and lifelong Democratic ties, and asks Democratic voters and friends to support him as campaigning time limits prevent a full canvass.
J W Butts announces run for re election as Tax Collector of Decatur County subject to the Democratic Primary. He thanks friends for past favors and expresses hope to continue in the office he has tried to fill to everyone’s satisfaction.
George S McNair announces candidacy in the Democratic Primary for re election as County Treasurer. He pledges fidelity to duty and gratitude for past favors and respectfully asks supporters for continued suffrage.
A Decatur County Democrat running for the County Treasurer in the Democratic White Primary pledges faithful attendance if elected. He has been a lifelong Democrat, resident for thirty years, and has never before sought office. He cannot canvass the county fully and asks friends to support him, hoping for public favor at this time.
To White voters of Decatur County T B Maxwell announces candidacy for re election to the office of Ordinary in the coming White Democratic Primary He pledges fidelity to justice equity and the law and thanks supporters for past backing.
A candidate for Ordinary announces his bid in the Democratic Primary asking countywide support. He pledges to discharge duties conscientiously honestly promptly and courteously if elected, addressing voters across the county.
A candidate in the White Fourth District Democratic Primary for County Commissioner pledges faithful service and careful spending. The incumbent J. E. Harrell leaves the post at the end of the current election year.
We are authorized to announce the candidacy of Mr. J. A. Wells of Faceville for County Commissioner in the white Democratic Primary on March 11. He represents the district of Hon. A. Cook whose term ends this year by limitation and is commended as a man worthy of the highest consideration.
The advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for stomach, liver and bowel regulation. It claims users feel good when their digestive organs function properly and notes the pills cost 25 cents at all druggists.
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