Mob Takes Negro From Grage Train
In Americus a mob of about fifty men seized Charles West, a Black man, from a train near the city and carried him off with apparent intent to lynch. West had been returned from Jacksonville where he was held on a charge tied to the shooting death of Emmett L. Brightwell, a Richland farmer who had ordered him to stop hunting on the farm. Authorities in Stewart and Lee counties pursued information but could not determine the negro’s fate or confirm the mob’s actions beyond the initial capture.
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Americus
Charles West
Jacksonville
Fla
Emmett L. Brightwell
Richland
Brightwell
Stewart County
Knox Johnson
Smithville
Lee County
Priggnex
Johnson
Lumpkin
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Kentucky Druggist
A Cuburn Kentucky druggist notes in seven years of use that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has been the best cough medicine for his family. He adds that many druggists recommend it to customers who praise its effectiveness. Sold by all druggists.
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Jones
Cuburn
Lawyers Endorse Judge G H Howard for Re election
The Taylor County Bar in Columbus unanimously endorsed Judge G H Howard of the Chattahoochee Circuit for re election. They sent strong resolutions to the Columbus Committee praising his administration and urging a clean, unopposed race. The Marion County Patriot notes the endorsement as a significant tribute to his fitness and courage in tackling law enforcement and liquor issues.
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Columbus Enquirer-Sun
Columbus Bay
Taylor County Bar
G. H. Howard
Chattahochee
Columbus Committee
Howard
Taylor County
Muscogee
Taylor
Butler
Reynolds
Walter E. Steed
J. W. Schell
C. W. Fay
C C. Haye
H. P. Wallace
Walter E Steed
Homer Beeland
C. B. Marshall
Marion County Patriot
Columbus Bar Association
Columbus Bar
Judge Howard
Columbus
Judge Howard Hears AR arguments in Divorce Suit
Judge Howard presided in Taylor County Superior Court as the divorce case of Ellea Carter versus W L Carter proceeded in Columbus. The petition sought temporary alimony and custody of their ten year old daughter Helen. After about six hours of arguments the parties reached a compromise with Mrs Carter to receive 87.50 dollars monthly as temporary alimony and custody of the daughter until the March term. Attorneys for the plaintiff included John R L Smith and B Marshall with Grady Harris, while the defense was led by Judge R L Greer and Homer Beeland.
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Howard
Columbus
Ellea Carter
W L Carter
Taylor County
Helen
Carter
Rural Schools Close for the Holidays
Rural schools close for Christmas holidays with planned Xmas trees and events this week. Wesley led by Margaret Heath and Mrs Walter hosts Wednesday night at Caldwell. Central School under H J Brooks Emmie Perkins and Clayra Shealy hosts Tuesday. Five Points Antioch led by Susie Scandrett Wednesday. Pilkinton with Jamie Whatley Friday. Rupert with Earnest Guyer and Viola Foy Thursday.
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Wesley
Margaret Heath
Walter
Caldwell
Central School
H J Brooks
Emmie Perkins
Clayra Shealy
Antioch
Susie Scandrett
Pilkinton
Janie Whatley
Rupert
Earnest Guyer
Viola Foy
Census Man to Visit Georgia for 1920 Enumeration
Atlanta residents will be visited starting January 2 as the census seeks data on age, literacy, birthplace, language, home ownership, and occupation. The process covers people and farms, with separate methods for industries, and all information is confidential and not for taxation or law enforcement.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Sam
United States
Congress
Oglethorpe Club Withdraws From State Federation
The Civic and Improvement Club of Oglethorpe vote to withdraw from the Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs over endorsement of the Susan B Anthony suffrage amendment. They revert to the Parent-Teach Association name and remain a major local group in Macon County.
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Oglethorpe
Civic and Improvement Club
Georgia Federation of Women’s Clubs
Federation
Susan B Anthony
Macon
J. E. Hays
Parent-Teach Association
Oglethorpe Club
State Federation
Mason County Citizen
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
L A Wilson
Susan B. Anthony
South
Devil
Suspend Publication Next Week
In keeping with our custom and that of weekly papers during Christmas week we will not issue a paper next week. Our readers will permit a one week off for the Herald staff and the public to rest and join in Christmas celebrations.
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Herald Force
Peace
True Southerner Is a Unit Says Women’s Club Report
A historical fragment notes a report from the State Federation of Women's Clubs urging reorganization and elimination of radicals after their late convention. The text frames the true southerner as a unit within the organization.
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State Federation of Women’s Clubs
School Trustees Elected Friday in Butler District
The Butler district elected trustees J T Childs W A Payne H H Riley Eli Garrett and C W Bazemore. The vote supports beginning a plan for a new school building with a bond election the next step.
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Butler
Leff
J T Childs
W A Payne
H H Riley
Eli Garrett
C W Bazemore
Taxes Paid At County Office On Final Day
The J J McCants state and county tax collector office reported a busy Saturday as the last day to pay 1919 taxes. About $8,000 was collected that day. Unpaid taxes are now delinquent with a $1 execution fee and 7 percent interest accruing. Delinquent books show roughly $50,000 outstanding.
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J J McCants
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