Little Bits of Wisdom and Civic Rhetoric from Augusta
A jumble of moral maxims on charity and social behavior contrasts with editorial notes about Augusta's liquor sale authorization and local unity. The piece urges kindness, prudent action, and personal responsibility while warning against gossip and factional division. It reflects early 20th century civic tone and community guidance.
Divorces, governors and wary advice in Georgia papers
A collage of brief notes from Georgia papers discusses public believability of rumors, diplomacy in Moscow, a broom ad touting value, civic loyalty, and the costs of money. It notes potential women candidates in Georgia races, a candidate’s ring entering politics, a Florida bus train crash, and a holiday call for generosity to the poor amid Christmas warmth.
Christmas Editorial Reprint Warns Against Money Gods
A Christmas editorial reprint from 1931 urges readers to focus on humility and genuine giving. It recalls Christmas origins as a simple, joyous time for humble folk and children, and cautions against letting money and material concerns dominate. It calls for giving within means and to value friendship, love, and courage over wealth.
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Adel News reads reinforce local paper's value and power
Cordele Dispatch notes Adel Week features strong reading matter and business, praising editor Mr Shydle and local loyalty. Georgia Power Co accepts rate cut from Public Service Commission, urging lawmakers to move beyond the power company issue. Hartwell Sun comment praised. Talbotton New Era reports forming a Young Democratic Club in Talbot county for ages 21 to 40 with 50 cent dues.
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Insurance for bank deposits expands under New Deal plan
The deposit insurance phase of the New Deal will start January 1 and insure up to 2500 dollars for individual bank deposits in all Federal Reserve member banks. Many nonmember banks, including 170 in Georgia, will join the temporary insurance fund.
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There Really a Santa Claus
Louise Price Ball argues that the Santa question can be handled to avoid heartbreak by teaching children that Santa is the Spirit of Christmas. He represents lasting thought and love, while the Christ Child remains real, guiding Christmas joy and kindness.
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Town Progress Stems From Citizens Pulling Together
The piece argues that a town’s growth and prosperity depend on active citizen support for the community and its institutions. Success comes from residents backing local efforts, while desertion by inhabitants halts progress.
Christmas Thought from Will Rogers on Kindness and Security
The writing shares Rogers urging bosses to reassure employees during hard times. He suggests sending notes confirming job security as a gift that calms anxiety, enables workers to buy for others, and helps the economy. He concludes that hardships won’t end the world.
A Real Christmas Joy of giving and personal Santa Claus
A reflective piece on finding joy in giving during Christmas. It emphasizes brightening another's life, lifting a soul, and bringing peace through acts of kindness toward those in need. The voice speaks of unveiling happiness when service to others creates light in darkness.
Political chess in Georgia as Senate vacancy favored for Talmadge
The Thomasville Times Enterprise notes George could be replaced on the U S Senate bench with Talmadge likely to win the seat if a vacancy occurs. Abit Nix emerges as a favored successor, with politicians predicting Governor backing and a reshuffling of allies if changes push through.
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