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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
2
The piece discusses partisan politics in Georgia, pensions for Confederate veterans, and civic virtues. It notes Governor Smith's stance on Griffin and Waycross stations, warns about October forecasts, comments on beer regulation, and urges Democrats to seize a historic chance to gain national power. It also mentions cheaper lumber now and building costs.
Instructions for an ant control mix combine two parts cornmeal with one part borax and one part sugar. Add water to a pourable consistency and place in shallow containers along ant runs. Reapply a few drops of water as it dries. One batch lasts months and eliminates ants with patience.
The piece argues True Democracy over Rooseveltism and Roosevelt's Proxy, praising Democratic ideals, opposing jingoism and centralization, and supporting the Democratic ticket. It contrasts Democracy with plutocracy, endorses Bryan, cites opposition to imperialism, and condemns law enforcement bias in Savannah.
A group reportedly numbering 406 to 500 Atlanta citizens forms the Good Government League to influence municipal affairs and press for an honest businesslike administration. It is understood to oppose the nomination of James G. Woodward for mayor, signaling a forthcoming civic fight for reform and reliable leadership.
The writer argues against moral suasion as a remedy to alcohol abuse and criticizes government licensing of liquor. The piece notes liquor and brewery interests oppose prohibition gains, warning that government endorsement of a crime-producing business for money undermines public welfare, citing Ww. C.T.U. as context.
DeVoe the weather man outlines September patterns with hot waves and storms. Early month sees a great Mississippi valley storm followed by heavy thunderstorms, then pleasant spells, tropical activity on the Atlantic coast, and a major equinoctial storm moving eastward. Farmers should stay with cotton into October or later.
The lower house Friday passed the Holder convict bill. It moves to the South and the governor. It provisions that after the current lease system ends March 31, 1909 a fund foundation will begin to work out felony and misdemeanor penalties.
The state plans to use convict labor on public roads starting April 1 1909 with counties and municipalities granted rights first. Remaining convicts will be leased to individuals through December 31 1911 after which no convicts will be leased to private parties.
The South Atlantic Car and Manufacturing plant at Waycross has gone into bankruptcy with G. D. Wadley named temporary receiver. The plant, rebuilt after a fire, employs four to six hundred workers many earning only a dollar a day. The closure would harm families and local merchants and follows broader economic distress in Waycross. The company plans to raise funds to cover debts but faces an indefinite shutdown.
Emma Chapman nee Cliett fifty five years eleven months sister of C C Cliett and J C Cliett of this city dies after two week illness. A leading Baptist lady she will be mourned in church and social circles. Burial Monday with Revs K M Beck and J A Smith officiating. The community offers sympathy to the bereaved family.
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