Time and travel notes in Georgia opinion column
The item cites Butler and Hogansville notices, and remarks on a new Time publication by James Thomasso. It mentions 1997 Georgia travel spending of 58 900 000 dollars reported to Harold L. Ickes by the National Park Service. It praises Thomaston Times and quotes Roy V. Harris on poll tax and registration debates.
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James Thomasso i
Newnan Times
Hogansville
Thomassor
State of
Georgia
Harold L. Ickes
Secretary of the Interior
National Park Service
Roy V. Harris
Georgia House of Representatives
Harris
National Casualty Company of
Detroit, Mich
Tax payers doubt road fund directs funds to roads
An Americus Times Recorder item notes motorists suspect state taxes are diverted from road building. A life insurance case is cited where a widow excuses missed premiums, saying Sam Johnson died last September and asking to excuse further payments.
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Americus Times Recorder
Sam Johnson
J. S. Johnson
Boston license threat praised by Caison editorials
The Caison News commends Boston authorities for threatening to revoke licenses of night clubs restaurants or cafes that hire as entertainers a girl involved in a recent murder case. The News says censorship cries do not disturb them.
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Caison, Ga
Boston
Mass
Principles of first aid save lives in emergencies
Everyday evidence shows basic first aid knowledge benefits all. The text notes lives saved when untrained people know to revive drowning victims apply tourniquets to wounds respond to electric shocks or poisonings.
Editors Embrace Mistakes in Print Says Times Recorder
A quote from Americus Times-Recorder notes that Chinese editors accept typographical errors as a reader delight. The piece reflects on editors feeling exasperated yet knowing readers enjoy spotting flaws in print.
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Americus Times-Recorder
Pasture Baptism Protest Sparks Local Newspaper Quip
A Mississippi farmer’s notice quotes a sharp rebuke about open gates and inadvertent baptism in his pasture. He warns that after two incidents in two months he will not tolerate it, urging sinners to go elsewhere.
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Macon Telegraph
Wrightsville Headlight Editor Takes Night Call on Subscriptions
Editor Rountree of the Wrightsville Headlight answered a late night call from Boston requesting him to start a subscription and send back copies. The former Wrightsville resident is eager for hometown news, according to an exchange.
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Rountree
Wrightsville
Boston
Mass
Ben Gibbs to appoint Cary Sutlive as secretary
The newly elected Eighth District Congressman Ben Gibbs aims to name Cary Sutlive secretary to the office. Sutlive is the son of W. G. Sutlive, editor of the Savannah Press, and is recognized as an experienced newspaper man with keen intellect and fine personality.
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Ben Gibbs
Cary Sutlive
Cary
W. G. Sutlive
Savannah Press
One Thousandth Bible Printed in Sakata Language
The Hartwell Sun notes the New Testament has been printed in Sakata, the thousandth language for this book. The Elberton Star comments on a world of babble with a thousand tongues and widespread confusion.
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Charles Wesley
Hartwell Sun
Elberton
Pilaville Sun Christmas Supplement Offers 12c Copy
The Herald notes The Pilaville Sun eight page tabloid supplement of Christmas stories is offered to the public for 12c per copy, less than half its real worth. The work reflects great labor and printing quality, with congratulations to all who contributed to the Sun Supplement.
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The
Herald
Pilaville Sun
Sun
Bus Collision Near Rosemont Injures Five Children
In a crash between a school bus and a car near Rosemont Minnesota twenty six pupils escaped the fate of twenty four victims in a Salt Lake City school bus train wreck. The impact tossed the youngsters from seats but only five were hurt, including two automobile occupants. The piece urges better judgment and common sense from drivers.
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Rosemont
Minn
Salt Lake City
Utah
The Georgia Homestead Joins Our Exchange List
The Herald adds The Georgia Home stead of Atlanta to its exchange list. In politics the paper is thoroughly Democratic and a defender of President Roosevelt. In state matters it favors the current state administration and opposes a state sales tax.
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the Herald
Georgia Homestead
Atlanta
Roosevelt
Community Fight Against Chain Stores and Mail Order Houses
A civic appeal urges residents to support local merchants against chain stores and mail order houses. The writer stresses duty to the community and calls for active participation rather than leaving actions to others.
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Mr. Merchant
John
Payoff Day View of Justice for Suffering Families
The text argues for complete and final justice requiring compensation for those harmed by others misdeeds. It notes mothers and spouses enduring years of suffering due to sons, daughters, and mates, and calls for a pay off day where wrongdoers are paid back in their own coin.
Parsonage of Editor Williams Showcases Cypress Interiors
The Waycross Journal-Herald editor Jack Williams and Mrs Williams recently opened a two story brick home in Waycross admired for unstained Cypress woodwork in the library breakfast room and mantles. The house sits among pines with pine straw drives and walkways. Mrs Williams led the design and landscaping while Jack was away on business.
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Jack Williams
Waycross Journal-Herald
Williams
Waycross
Mr. Williams
An Old Fashioned Christmas Reflections on Tradition
A nostalgic meditation contrasts the modern Christmas with the old time spirit of shared meals gifts and neighborly kindness. It yearns for grandmother grandfather and family gatherings with simple joys and carols in a peaceful home setting.
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Grandma
Grandpa
Santa Claus
Georgia Crackers Welcome West Trip Home
Mrs. Aaron Harris reports from a Georgia traveler returning from California and Texas. She says Georgians are warmly welcomed at home while noting friendly locals and especially praising Dodge County crops in the Dodge County Citizen.
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Georgia
Aaron Harris
California
Texas
Dodge County
Harris
Dodg County
Rich's Book Shop Sells Camp's Autumn Anthems in Atlanta
Copies of the first publication of Ernest Camp's Autumn Anthems placed for sale at Rich's Book Shop in Atlanta. Camp, editor of the Walton Tribune and former Georgia Press Association president and Poet Laureate, is noted for verse and sketches. The book sells for 50c and has drawn strong demand.
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Rich
Atlanta
Ernest Camp
Camp
Walton Tribune
Georgia Press Association
South
Sympathy urged for struggling Taylor county families
The statement notes that while the county is not in famine or distress, some families face hardship and youths lack equal chances for life preparation. It calls for more sympathy across all citizen classes to address needs and avoid want in basic necessities.
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Taylor County
Georgia mourns Chief Justice Richard J B Russell
Governor Rivers and Jerome Jones eulogize Chief Justice Richard JB Russell as a devoted public citizen who stayed close to the people. They note his zest for political debate, his service to Georgia, and his lasting memory through his family and public record.
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Richard JB. Russell
Georgia
Governor Rivers
Jerome Jones
Russell
Carswell Memorialized in Irwinton for George H. Carswell
Irwinton places a memorial stone on Wilkinson county square to honor George H. Carswell a lifelong resident and former state official. Governor Rivers is slated to deliver the principal address with Victor Davidson and others taking part in an unveiling ceremony and dedication. The inscription credits him as a good and noble man who served Georgia well.
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Irwinton
Wilkinson County
Geo. H. Carswell
Georgia
Steek
George Carswell
State Senate
Victor Davidson
Carswell
Governor Rivers
M. L. Brittain
Dr. Brittain
Savannah Press
Close the Doors A plea to curb immigration and protect Americans
The piece portrays Uncle Sam welcoming all, leading to debt and strain while immigrants, some ungrateful, are blamed for economic troubles. It highlights Congressman Stephen Pace urging to "Keep the alien out" and to preserve America for Americans as a late effort to avert national decline.
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Sam
Stephen Pace
America
Congress
House
Steve Pace
Crisp County News
Life's Monument and The Idol of My Heart
Poem reflecting on memories of a beloved woman and her lasting impact. The speaker recalls youth, her kindness and beauty, and honors her life as a monument. It contemplates death, tombstone memory, and living for others beyond the grave.
Know Your Timber Promotes Rehousing and Forest Use in Georgia
A survey highlights four million southern families needing rehousing and Georgia forests as a potential source. Better housing would boost lumber demand, creating jobs for loggers, sawmill workers, architects, and builders. Counties gain fire control authority to cut forest waste, while owners are urged to practice timber conservation to grow, cut, and market responsibly.
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South
Georgia
State revenue in past year suggests no new taxes needed
The report notes an increase of about eighteen million dollars over two years ago. The author argues the state could operate next year on existing revenue without a sales tax or other new levies and calls for strict economy if needed.
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L. X. Hart
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Rand Electric
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Atlanta Journal
National Casualty Company
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