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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1907
Page
2
The document from the Office of the Sheriff and County Court Officials presents an official gazette notice. It lists the Clerk of the Superior Court and County Commissioners and appears to announce administrative actions or public notices.
The Thomasville Times applauds Hon. A. B. Roddenbery as the leading reformer in a new moral era. It credits him with pushing Prohibition, expelling sedition from the city, and shaping South Georgia opinion toward temperance. The piece predicts a tidal wave of support for his candidacy.
In a Georgia editorial stance, the piece urges voters to elect Prohibition loyal officials in the Municipal Primary. It argues anti-Prohibitionists back wet candidates to undermine laws and urges citizens to enforce the Prohibition doctrine through local offices and ballots. It stresses state law enforcement relies on voters and public officials.
A call to municipal voters to back prohibition enforcement with strong moral support. The text argues that without firm sentiment and proactive officials, Prohibition law loses its teeth and fails to benefit the common people. It urges vigilance in local administration to uphold the law.
Advertisers seek gymnasium apparatus of any kind in good condition at reasonable prices. Address Gyn care this office. The notice suggests a broad need for gym equipment around the Second Congressional District race and municipal candidates after the upcoming primary.
The Albany Herald questions delaying the Scand congressional campaign and joint debate but expects the Reform candidate Roddenberry to win. It argues the electorate knows their needs and favors Roddenberry, with brains likely overcoming a handshaker.
In Gilbertsville Otsego County endorsement from editor Wm M Dietz declares Dr King's New Discovery the most popular remedy for coughs colds and lung throat diseases. The ad promises guaranteed relief with prices 50c and 1.00 and a trial bottle offered free.
Bainbridge Election Committee adopts a white primary for mayor and six aldermen on October 1907. Candidates must pay fees by September 14 and register white voters only by September 21, with purging of ineligible names and official ballots to be used. Jno E Donatson chairs the committee and appoints election staff.
An available front room suitable for one or two gentlemen is offered for rent. Inquiries at 135 West Street.
State urges parents to enroll their sons in the Georgia State University, outlining seven lifelong benefits from higher learning. It lists costs for attendance, available programs from arts to law to agriculture, facilities, entry requirements, and notes over 1 500 Georgians educated there with fall term opening September 18. Readers are invited to request bulletins from the Chancellor in Athens.
The Albany Herald cites a forthcoming joint debate in Tifton between J M Griggs and S A Roddenberg as the district braces for a congressional race. The paper notes the contest is timely despite it still being over a year from election day and emphasizes public opinion at the ballot box.
By order of the Court of Ordinary the ward properties in Bainbridge Ga were ordered sold at public outcry on the first Tuesday in October 1907. The estates include a Plant ers street house and lot, a Evans street three-room tenement, and an undivided half interest in three two-room tenements with common lot, bounded by local streets and properties. Proceeds to age wards for maintenance education and support. Guardian: Mrs E A Harrell.
By order of the Court of Ordinary, a public sale will be held on the first Tuesday in October 1907 at the county courthouse. The property in Decatur County includes two large tracts totaling about 430 acres and additional parcels around Len Griffin heirs lands, with cash terms and daily sale continuation until all is sold. D N Miller administrator and M Moore Wilson attorney.
Ordinary of Decatur County Georgia will sell at public outcry on the first Tuesday in October 1907 before the courthouse door in Decatur County two parcels of land Lot 29 containing 250 acres and north half of Lot 69 containing 125 acres all in the 21st District. Terms cash. This third day of September 1907. R A Reynolds administrator estate of Emma B Reynolds.
Ad claims a “Charming Woman” differs from “Perfect form” and promises a plain woman with neatness clear eyes gloss smooth skin and sprightliness. It touts electric bitters restoration for a weak woman giving strong nerves bright eyes velvet skin and cautious complexion. Guaranteed by all druggists price 50 cents.
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