Georgia editors gschool and local notices mix in Georgia weeklies
A fragmented clipping notes Georgia editors learning under Miss Woodward and mentions local campaigns and fees to be assessed by the county executive committee. It records the first Ford delivery to Senator James Couzens and praises the Montezuma Georgian among holiday editions while noting a circulation pause at the Macon County Citizen and reflecting on community life and a visiting circus.
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Washington
James Couzens
Michigan
Henry Ford Motor Company
Mell Family Heads Georgia Baptist Convention Roles Across Generations
In 1857 Dr. P. H. Mell led the Georgia Baptist Convention in Augusta. In 1927 his son John D. Mell presided in Savannah. The piece notes political timing for primaries and mentions Wm. L. Harris of Marietta Publishing winning the next year’s State marketing bulletin contract for the State Bureau of Markets.
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P. H. Mell
Georgia Baptist Convention
Augusta
John D. Mell
Game Place
Savannah
Wm. L. Harris
Marietta Publishing Company
Marietta Journal
State Marketing
State Bureau of Markets
Not safe to host visitors in small Georgia towns
Reports describe a gang of petty burglars touring South Georgia towns. Readers are warned to stay alert and ready to confront the intruders to deter further crimes.
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South Georgia
Indictments for underage drivers raise Georgia law questions
The Pearson Tribune reports that in Miller County near Bainbridge grand juries are indicting several youths under fifteen for driving automobiles. The piece questions why the law is enforced and notes that Miller County is not alone in Georgia for abusing this statute.
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Miller County
Bainbridge
Pearson Tribune
Millar County
Georgia
Fortitude and delicacy in Robert Louis Stevenson quote
A compact reflection on virtue and self restraint from Robert Louis Stevenson. The author urges honesty kindness frugality and measured discretion to maintain personal integrity and lasting friendships. The tone is earnest advising temperance and self mastery as essential for happiness.
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Robert Louis Steven—m
Three Republican leaders drop out of 1928 race
Almost simultaneously, three prominent Republicans remove themselves from contention for the 1928 presidential nomination. President Coolidge remains the clearest potential nominee, while Charles E Hughes and Nicholas Longworth had been mentioned but made little headway with voters or party leaders.
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Coolidge
Charles E. Hughes
Nicholas Longworth
House of Representatives
Columbus
The Endless Drive to Make New Laws in America
A critique of the flood of bills in Congress and state legislatures. The author argues that many laws are transient or burdensome, promotes laissez faire governance, and warns that excessive legislation clutters courts and undermines true freedom. Strong focus on lawmaking, politics, and American governance.
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United ‘States
Whoosis
Timbuctoo
United States
Congress
America
Catalogues flood post office as mail orders pour in
In early November the local post office was inundated by mail order firms sending attractive catalogs and today the building receives a wave of packages from the same sources. The adage about advertising paying off rings true in this bustling period.
Outlook motorists prayer on driving and restraint
Outlook presents a humorous prayer urging safe driving and self restraint on the road. It asks for steady brakes, restraint from gossip and interference in others affairs, and avoidance of alcohol while driving. The piece uses automotive imagery to urge caution and attentiveness behind the wheel.
Rush Seabon Auto Tag Rules Shrink Tag Window
The 1928 auto tag season tightens to February 1 due to a new weight based fee system replacing horsepower. Motor license officials prepare for a flood of applications with added clerical help and a simplified mail process. Drivers must obtain a two-part application, fill all fields, and have signatures witnessed. Fees hinge on car weight with a minimum of 11.25 dollars.
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Motor, License Department
Secretary of State
Ara
Superior Court
Georgia
Justice of Peace
S. G.mclendon
Remus Mother Pleas For Son Amid Cincinnati Trial
The gray haired 78 year old Mrs Frank Remus travels from Chicago to Cincinnati to support her son George Remus on trial for murdering his wife Imogene in Eden Park. She prays he avoids the electric chair and says she trusts in God as the case unfolds. Charlie Brown comments on Christmas gifts stressing sensible giving and avoiding extravagant sacrifice.
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Frank Remus
George Remus
Imogene
Eden Park
Cincinnati
Chicago
Charlie Brown
Whitmer Company seeks partners for daily pay plan
Wanted business partner in Taylor County to earn 40 to 150 dollars weekly distributing Whitmer's Factory-to-You Products. Car required. Free sales training. Build independent income with own permanent business. Write H. O. Whitmer Company Dept N299L Columbus Indiana for details.
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Taylor County
Whitmer
Whitmer Company
Columbus
Indiana
Paths of Life Honey-Coated Letters to Charlie
A rambling, humorous letter recounts a chitterling supper in Upson County hosted by Mr and Mrs Wilbur Allen. It references Drs Adams Carter and Reeves, Jimmie Holmes, the Kiwanis Club, and jokes about Lindbergh, Mexico politics, and Will Rogers as Oklahoma tensions rise.
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Charlie
Cat G
Thomaston
Dr. Adams
Carter
Mr. Reeves
Jimmie Holmes
Woodbury
Wilbur Allen
Upson County
Kiwanis Club
Lindberg
Mexico
Oklahoma Rite
Will Rogers
You Bold Boy, Charlie Endorses Hoover for President
The speaker urges support for Hoover as the preferred Republican presidential choice, signaling bold political sentiment and a clear stance on the administration’s leadership. The remark frames Hoover as the voice for the party’s direction.
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Boy
Charlie
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Pat Griffi
Hoover
Kentucky
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Jones-Hicks Auto CO
Montezuma, Ga
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Central of Georgia
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Central of Georgia Railway Company
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