Politician Attacks and Public Health Remedies in Georgia Campaign
A Georgia political speech condemns panic from national events and defends regulation of corporations while urging reform versus minority disfranchisement. The speaker contrasts reform and private-profit parties and cites racial exclusion as a core issue. The piece closes with a testimonial praising Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and pneumonia.
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Hokesmith
Iti
Wis
Soley
New York City
United States
Commonwealth
Georgia
Alec Stephens
Nihecentha
Georgis Ares
Thia
Pelytttas
Gro
Anco el
Reform Party
Questions for Georgia Voters in Governorship Contest
The piece lays out six questions framing the Georgia gubernatorial race. It debates rebuking a faithful public servant for keeping pledges, the precedent of biannual heated campaigns, late prohibition, face to face candidate contact, universal suffrage for the unfit, and whether corporate interests control the people or vice versa. It warns of a demoralizing mood and calls for a brave electorate to uphold truth amid financial and administrative challenges.
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Georgia
Commonwealth
Trath
Annual Excursion to Tampa on Atlantic Coast Line
From Bainbridge to Tampa and return 5.75 with Pullman cars and coaches no change. Special train leaves Bainbridge at 6 p m. Tickets valid for return until June 8 1908. For Pullman reservations and information contact ticket agents or E M North Savannah Ca F C West Montgomery Ala
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Tampa
Atlantic Coast Line
Bainbridge
Pullman
E. M. North
Division
Savannah
F.C. West
Montgomery
Ala
Killing at Edison Ends in Fatal Duel Over Mulatto’s Possession
Clarence Weaver shot landlord Ben Duke to death after a dispute over a mute Duke had taken from a Negro tenant. Duke allegedly drew a knife and Weaver fired his pistol, killing Duke. The notice warns to clear stagnant water, prevent mosquitoes and fleas, and maintain clean surroundings.
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Edison
Clarence Weaver
Ben Duke
Duke
Weaver
Electric Bitters Restored Life Says Mill Creek Man
Seven years ago I was run down and nearly dead then a druggist recommended Electric Bitters I bought a bottle and regained strength I had one foot in the grave but the tonic put me back on my feet and I have been well since Sold under guarantee at all drug stores 50c
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Mr.c. Farthing
Mill Creek
Ind
Jello Instant Dessert Mix Promises Quick Family Treats
Pry Jetl.c presents an appetizing ecoaotical Wesart saying it can be prepared instantly by adding boiling water and serving when cool. The 10c package yields dessert for a large family and is sold by all grocers. It lists seven flavors: lemon orange raspberry strawberry chocolate cherry peach.
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed by Georgia Testimony
J E Y Jester of Bainbridge Georgia testifies to kidney health benefits after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He reports reduced kidney strain, greater strength and regular function, and recommends the remedy. Sold by Willis Drug Company with Foster Milburn Co. as US agents for 50 cents. Remember the name Doan's.
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J. E. Y. Jester
Calhoun Street
Bainbridge, Ga
Doan
Willis Drug Company
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Twenty Year Health Sentence Cures Piles Claim
C. 8. Woolever of LeRaysville New York recalls a twenty year health sentence said to be cured by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The advertisement claims the salve heals sores boils burns wounds and ulcers rapidly and sells for 35 cents at drug stores.
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Trave
Bucklen
Woolever
LeRaysville
N. Y
Beautiful Souvenir Post Cards by Atlanta Birmingham & Atlantic
The souvenir post cards issued by the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad are proving exceedingly popular. They are printed in colors and represent attractive scenes along the line. A set of seven cards can be secured by sending two cents to W. H. Leshy, General Reception, Atlanta, Ga.
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Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Railroad
W. H. Leshy
Gener
Atlanta
Friedman Tobacco Company Incorporation Petition Noted
Petition from J M Fleming W B Fleming E T Hines and L A Friedman seeks charter for Friedman Tobacco Company in Decatur County Georgia for twenty years with renewal option. Capital stock requested at Fifty Thousand Dollars with ability to increase to Two Hundred Thousand Dollars. treasury stock allowance. surplus fund provisions. business includes tobacco farming packing manufacturing rail and real estate ventures. Filed May 13 1908 in Bainbridge Superior Court.
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J.M. Fleming
W. B. Fleming
E. T. Hines
L. A. Freidman
Phat
Treasury
Towit
Bainbridge
Russell & Hawes
Calendar from Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad issued in 1908
The Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad announces a second edition of its popular Southeast railroad calendar. Demand has been high, and readers can obtain a copy by sending seven cents in stamps to WH Leahy, General Passenger Agent, Atlanta.
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Atlanta, Birmingham & Atlantic Railroad
Southeast
Leahy
Atlanta, Gatt
Kidney disease alarm in broad prevalence
Thousands experience kidney trouble yet rarely recognize it. The ad touts Swamp-Root by Dr Kilmer and Co as the best kidney remedy, claiming cures for rheumatism, kidney and urinary symptoms, and nightly micturition issues. Sample bottle and free book offered by mail from Binghamton New York.
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E& Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Eome
Botanic Blood Balm Promises Cure for Blood Disorders
Urges BBB Botanic Blood Balm as a remedy for blood poison eczema rheumatism and bone aches. Claims to purify blood and heal sores with safe pleasant B B B formula available from druggists for one dollar per large bottle with home cure directions.
Frank Park Seeks Albany Circuit Superior Court Judge Seat
Frank Park announces candidacy for Judge of the Superior Court in the Albany Circuit subject to the June 4 Democratic primary. He pledges impartial trials, economical administration, regular court sessions, and independence from county political bosses while inviting every voter to understand his principles and support an honest, respectful office run.
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Albany Circuit
Superior Court
Frank Park
Judge Spence Seeks Re nomination Albany Circuit
W N Spence announces candidacy for re nomination to the Superior Court of the Albany Circuit. He appeals for vote and support for the June 4 1908 primary and pledges to continue faithful duties, meet voters in person, and devote time to communication with the circuit throughout the spring terms.
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Albany
Superior Court
Albany Circuit
W. N. Spence
State Treasurer candidate pledges long service to Georgia voters
A Democratic candidate for State Treasurer announces in a primary election message that over twenty years of service to the office has earned public trust. The announcer promises continued diligent attention and a clean record if elected.
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