New Year Hopes and Warnings from Georgia Press
New Year greetings from Louie Morris of the Georgia Press Association and reflections on driving dangers. France mourns Marshal Joffre who never lost a battle. Local loss of Mr H M Wilington. Grady county Christmas was quiet but Cairo saw a fatal crash and a fire. 1981 traffic laws push for tougher driver licensing nationwide.
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Railroads Cut Passenger Fares to Two Cents in West and Alabama
Two western railroads and one in Alabama launched a two cent passenger rate to compete with bus lines. The plan aims to attract travelers amid weak rail passenger traffic and will be watched by other lines. Lovelace Eve, former Times-Recorder editor and Augusta Chronicle publisher, mourns his mother Mrs. J T Eve aged 70 who died Friday at her sister’s home in Atlanta after a week of illness.
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Walter Williams becomes 11th president of Missouri
The former printer’s devil without a college degree, Dr. Walter Williams, now holds the title of honorary president and founded the first school of journalism. He formally became president of the University of Missouri on January 1, succeeding Dr. Stratton Brooks.
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Albany Herald endorses Russell unity beyond primaries
The Albany Herald urges Georgians to reject factionalism and support Mr Russell after his oath, noting that all voters should back his administration as he formulates plans. It emphasizes the campaign is over and every Georgian has a stake in the future.
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Georgia and national issues mix with local updates
The piece notes farmer disillusion with Hoover era promises as Georgia hosts a Mexico goodwill tour and a two year Georgia products display. It covers jury duty rules, military company payments, Townsend family bereavement, Comptroller William B. Harrison on state debt, editor praise, Spain unrest, and a law firm partnership forming Slade Swift Pease Davidson.
Death of Marshal Joffre Triggers Global Mourning
The world laments Marshal Joffre as a hero of France and a respected figure to nations beyond. Cable lines, telephones, and transport knit worlds together, and his passing deepens the shared sorrow across allied peoples.
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Final Ben Hill County commission meeting closes six year term
The outgoing Ben Hill County board held its last meeting of the term and closed the year with the final audit report. They began six years ago amid a $9,000 deficit and now leave $16,000 in liquid assets for the new board, with a reduced tax levy for the year.
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National Thrift Week Urges Prudent Spending
The article commemorates National Thrift Week starting January 17 and argues thrift includes avoiding hopeless pinching and reckless debt. It cites risks of installment buying and credit dependence, noting a New York unemployment case where high payments led to destitution. It urges saving, prudence, and building reserves for downturns and illness.
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Rogers Aldwell Promises Return Amid Market Slump
Nashville financier Rogers Aldwell issued a statement last week asserting he would return and that his financial condition reflects the stock market slump. He assured the public that no one would lose a penny. The Aldwell Company, known for its slogan We Bank on the South, has contributed much to the region.
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Crisp Blames Republicans for National Panic in 1930s
Congressman Charles R. Crisp returning to Washington from Americus issued a statement blaming the Republican party for the nation’s economic panic. He cites the Smoot-Hawley tariff, argues prosperity followed Democratic presidents, and urges Progressive cooperation to reform tariff policy and advance Norris amendments. He hopes the 1931 tide will turn toward peace and prosperity.
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The Harvest Time Is Here for Printers Says Bamberg Herald
The Bamberg Herald notes that readers rely on newspapers and must pay to sustain the payroll and bills. It urges timely support for printers before harvest season ends, reminding friends to visit the printer and settle accounts.
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Georgia Crop Values Dip in 1980 Report
The annual Georgia crops valuation for 1980 by the Crop Reporting Service shows totals of 200 million 791 thousand dollars, down from 250 million 599 thousand in 1929. Decline blamed on low prices despite higher production across most major crops.
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