03 Aug 1907
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Brunswick News
Location
Brunswick, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1907
Page
1
The report notes a measure gaining traction in the house and another in the upper chamber to raise license costs. It mentions nineteen bills introduced, fifteen local bills passed, and adjournment until tomorrow. Also covered: a Hong Kong hotel collapse with uncertain casualties.
The article details unrest linked to Marquis Ito orders, with state troops in Georgia facing equipment and funding debates. It notes recent deadly events in Korea, the use of national guard property, and discussions in Atlanta about militia funding, salaries, and potential redirection of arms for broader national defense.
A lightning bolt during a storm struck near the Wright home four miles from Andersonville, tearing shoes from Mrs. Wright and a daughter. Mrs. Wright suffered a small foot cut. a doctor attended her. The family, including Mr. Wright and three daughters, were in the room when the strike occurred. no lives were lost.
Georgia lawmakers move to force a senate investigation into ownership of the Central of Georgia railroad and its relation to the Southern Railway. The measure seeks official information on actual owners amid concerns the two systems share ownership and may violate federal law.
Captain Mays of Miami Florida and his young son plus a friend arrived in port yesterday in a 20 foot gasoline launch. They plan to continue to Jamestown stopping at coastal ports. The party described a comfortable speedy craft and a trip up the coast from Miami to Brunswick.
Atlanta August 2 The last act in the prohibition bill will occur Monday as the bill awaits transmission to the governor for signature. Officials report a broad desire for strict enforcement once operative and observers expect swift action across the state.
Local fans prepare for three back to back contests between the Pilots and the Blakely team Monday Tuesday and Wednesday. Blakely brings an unusually strong amateur lineup with a solid season record. The Pilots also show good form and are expected to draw large crowds.
San Francisco report says the War Department will soon order three thousand regulars from the United States to serve in the Philippines. The announcement notes this as part of broader military redeployment during the ongoing conflict.
Neil N. Hughes a Columbia postoffice senior clerk and son of ex-Postmaster Col A M Hughes was arrested by United States postoffice inspectors for robbing the mails. He waived examination and posted bond for his appearance. He comes from a prominent state family.
The pastor extends a cordial invitation to visitors and members of other churches whose pastor is away to worship at the First Baptist Church. Services Sunday morning and evening. Morning topic Christian Unity and evening topic Count the Cost.
Rumor says the Cumberland hotel property deal with the A B A railroad has been called off after earlier reports of nearing closure. No official confirmation, but speculation links the halt to the prohibition bill.
The Greater New York public service commission begins a major inquiry into transit facilities and the Interborough Metropolitan Company, led by Belmont and F.F. Ry figures, with Theodore Onts as president and William I. Evans conducting the probe. Also reports six killed by lightning in Posen with flood damage.
Washington reports a large gun exploded aboard the French cruiser Toblon causing multiple deaths and injuries among officers and crew in French waters. In Sumter county Bram Goodwin, a noted farmer, died in a cotton field, and his brother Arnold reportedly collapsed at the scene.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.