Haircut Price War Skims Five Cents in North Carolina
A price war in a North Carolina town cut haircuts to five cents as barbers sparred competitively. Meanwhile, J L Taylor of Talbotton has bought the Southwest Georgian, adding to his Georgia newspaper chain. A Pennsylvania bill would set the firearm age limit at 12 to curb accidents, arguing youth sales reduce incidents. Road trips via filling stations and maps highlight travel planning and accessories.
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North Carolina
J. L. Taylor
Talbotton
Southwest Georgian
Ft. Gaines
Middle
West Georgia
Pennsylvania
Encouragement Rails a Troubadour's Quiet Path
A reflective note on how moments of support from friends or kind words lift a person. It speaks to resilience, the power of encouragement, and finding renewed spirits to carry on with a hopeful heart. The piece emphasizes inner strength sparked by human connection.
Flapper Era Symbols Cited In Women’s Employment Talk
Mrs Glora C Conroy of Albany was re elected president of the Georgia Federation of Business Women’s and Professional clubs in a discussion on employment of women. She described painted lips and a pretty face as job getters reflecting the era’s attitudes.
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Glora C. Conroy
Albany
Georgia Federation of Business Women’s and Professional Clubs
Emily Woodward Gains Steam as Platform Speaker
Miss Emily Woodward has emerged as a prominent platform speaker, conducting forums across the state this year and being chosen as the Brenau Academy baccalaureate speaker last Sunday night, according to Commerce News.
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Emily Woodward
Yonder
Brenau Academy
Commerce News
Roosevelt’s Labor Message Frames Two Great Truths
President Roosevelt’s remarks on labor wages and hours contain core truths with enduring significance. The message highlights fundamental issues shaping labor policy and the social contract, underscoring how wages and working hours reflect national priorities and fairness.
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Roosevelt
Community urged to support Warm Springs fundraiser
Those who have not responded to the call to show a warm spot for Warm Springs will be given an opportunity to do so within the next few days. Taylor has been given a quota of $314.50 which she should easily raise when we consider that we are building our state and helping a worthy cause.
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Taylor
Editors Favor Printing Good News Over Misdeeds in Community
The editor laments being asked to print misdeeds by a local good family member and notes editors prefer publishing positive news about community members rather than unfavorable reports.
Duke Wallace Windsor Divorce Sparks Call to Wallis
Daily note records the Duke of Windsor phoning Wallis Simpson after divorce, mentioning her brief reply poor ry and predicting altered tone after marriage. It also references Cordele Dispatch praise for Harry Stillwell Edwards guide Sons and Fathers as a top seller.
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Duke of Windsor
Wallis Simpson
Cordele Dispatch
Harry Stillwell Edwards
Federal loaned Georgia to 1836 and debts abandoned
The Dawson News reports that the federal government loaned Georgia 1 051 322 in 1836 and 28 101 644 91 to 26 states, a total now over six billion dollars. After a century of efforts to collect Georgia’s debt, the government has abandoned the attempt and Georgia shows no record of repayment. Other states have similarly not paid. The piece ends by suggesting we stop criticizing Europe’s handling of American debts.
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Georgia
Europe
Dawson News
Appointment of Marion Allen as Georgia collector of internal revenue
The administration receives praise for naming Marion Allen to succeed Eugene Page as Georgia collector of internal revenue. Allen’s ability and party service are cited as a strong claim, with Senator Russell endorsing him while Senator George backed Gene Matheson. The writer laments unfamiliar differences between the two Senators on this appointment.
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Marion Allen
Internal Revenue
Georgia
Eugene Page
Russell
George
Gene Matheson
Perforated cellulose coats could guard crops from frost
Grady county tung oil nut growers and Macon belt peach growers discuss a cellulose skin for fruit trees. The perforated garment would deter unfriendly insects and moths while allowing air and bees. A temporary liquid spray seals perforations and raises bud temperatures by five to twenty degrees before the film dissolves.
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Grady County
Macon
Jack Frost
Georgia Should Adopt Amendment On County Farm Agents
A constitutional amendment to be decided on June 8 would clarify current law on the employment of county farm agents and home demonstration agents. The measure does not create new jobs or taxes, as agents are funded by federal, state, and county sources. It asserts agents provide an efficient service and should be continued and supported.
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Georgia
Judge Munro Recalls Victory In First Case
Eugene Anderson profiles Judge Munro of Buena Vista and notes his respected standing in Taylor County. The piece recounts George P. Munro of the Chattahoochee circuit and a defining moment in court when he argued for reform over immediate punishment for a drunken parishioner, yielding a light sentence and a moral victory.
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Judge Munro
Eugene Anderson
Munro
Buena Vista
Henry Smith Munro
Taylor County
George P. Munro
Chattahoochee Circuit
Columbus
Nat LE. Harris
C. Frank McLaughtin
George Munro
Althoug
Excellent Appointment Marion Allen as U S Collector for Georgia
The Atlanta Journal reports broad approval of President Roosevelt’s nomination of Marion H. Allen to be U S Collector of Internal Revenue for Georgia. Recommended by Senator Russell, Allen’s record includes Georgia House service, New Deal leadership, Georgia campaign roles, and directorship of the Federal Housing Administration in Georgia.
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Marion Allen
U. S. Collector of Internal Revenue
Georgia
Senator Russell
Allen
Iwi
Baldwin
State University
Georgia House of Representatives
Richard B. Russell
Federal Housing Administration
Russell
Marion H. Allen
W. E. Page
Internal Revenue
Page
Atlanta Journal
Home Demonstration Club aids Taylor County women
Taylor county women show strong interest in the Home Demonstration work. The Home Club program offers practical help, especially during the canning season, with guidance from the Demonstrator to maximize benefits and efficiency.
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Taylor County
Argent
The Best Citizen For A Community
The speaker defines the best citizen as one who provides employment and enables others to prosper through his business, noting Butler is blessed with many such citizens. The emphasis is on practical contribution to local prosperity and community growth.
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Butler
Amendments Likely to Pass in Georgia Election
Zach Arnold, vice chairman of the amend ments campaign, predicted all twenty six amendments would win by a large margin. Six affect the state and include old age pensions and property tax exemptions. The measures, endorsed in Macon and approved by the legislature, reflect a progressive program not requiring unemployment insurance. Georgia may adopt social security provisions after June 8 election.
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Zach Arnold
Mr. Arnold
Georgia
Rivers
Macon
Rivers Administration
School’s Out and Society’s Lesson for a Democracy
The article argues summer break marks an important time for nearly twenty million American children. It defends public schools for teaching social outlooks beyond books, noting that mixing children from diverse backgrounds reveals human nature is the same regardless of family wealth or status, a key democratic education.
June as a Month of Hope, Achievements, and Weather
The Columbus Ledger highlights June as a pivotal month with graduates and brides, fruit crops and healthy living, and the start of summer vacations. It notes scorching days and cool nights, closing with a poetic reflection on perfect days in June.
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The
Columbus Ledger
Earth
Parlor Carpet to Cars Radios and Ice Boxes
Fifty years ago families felt triumphant buying an ingrain carpet for the parlor. Today similar households seek more, aiming for a car a radio and an electric ice box, signaling rising material expectations.
Days of Legalized Whiskey Were Bad Days
By Greg Hill of Butler Ga I state I oppose legalized whiskey not as a dry extremist but due to its harms I argue for stronger prohibition laws and better education I warn that legalization invites crime and social decay citing local murders and a vivid past of brutal incidents to urge citizens to reject legalization and uphold established laws.
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Georgia Democrats and the 1930s oath and platform
The piece recalls a Democratic primary in which voters swore allegiance to the party nominee and platform. It describes the Macon platform calling for longer school terms, free books, pensions, home exemptions, and tax reform, plus health and welfare improvements funded by tightened beer taxes and state action. It notes the legislature enacted several platform goals including school books funding and health-related expenditures.
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Yen
Richard BR
Eugene Talmadge
Theate
E. D. Rivers
Charles Rody
Blanton Fortson
Macon
Democ
Georgia
Geo
Millville
State Hospital
Rockefeller Memorial Likely Through Vast Philanthropy
The remarks celebrate John D. Rockefeller as likely the greatest memorial through his immense philanthropy. He has donated more money to charitable causes than any other figure in history and plans to continue generous giving.
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John D. Rockefeller
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