Americus Woman Cleared in Husband's Death Murder Trial
Idelle Grantham of Americus was found not guilty by a Sumter County jury after 30 minutes of deliberation in the March 8 death of Oscar Grantham. The courtroom was crowded as she faintly reacted to the verdict and left for Walterboro with her family shortly after.
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Grantham
Americus
Sumter County Superior Court
Idelle Grantham
Oscar Grantham
E. L. Green
Walterboro
S. C
Escaped Convict Turned Social Climber Sought in Georgia
Forsyth georgia June 2 Rex Valentine known as Jimmie Wellborn is an escaped Monroe county chain gang convict from safe blowing sentence. He overpowered guard Fremont Williams January 23 and drove away in a county truck to woods where he robbed Williams of clothes except a raincoat. Warden O M Clements seeks his return. Valentine is described as a desperate character.
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Forsyth
Rex Valentine
Jacksonville
Fla
Monroe County
Jimmie Wellborn
Valentine
Freemont Williams
Williams
O. M. Clements
Holder Quits Road Board as Tate Becomes Chairman
Atlanta June 4. John N. Holder resigns from the State Highway Board at 11 o clock. Col Sam Tate of Tate Ga is elected chairman with a brief ceremony in the governor's office. Holder retires and Tate is sworn in, with remarks of best wishes for both men.
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Holder
Tate
Atlanta
John N. Holder
Col
Sam Tate
Tate, Ga
Highway Board
Governor Hardman
Mr. Tate J
Fish and Game
Colonel Tate
Mr. Holder
Messrs
Bennett and
Phillips
A Foolish Expectation Without Effort
A proverb-like line notes that a person who hopes for gain from life must first invest effort, warning that passive waiting yields little or nothing. It emphasizes personal responsibility and action as prerequisites for reward.
When You Put Yourself on the Block for Sale
A reflective remark on self worth during marketplace use, noting that one should not set an unattainably high price on oneself. It frames self-valuation as a balance between worth and realism in transactions or negotiations.
Love as Spirit, Not Flesh Ends Divorce Problem
A teaching asserts that if couples understand love as a spiritual bond, rather than a physical one, society would see no divorce issues. The idea emphasizes inner harmony and moral grounding over sensual attraction as the basis of lasting relationships.
Former Houston County official held at Perry
Perry Ga May 30 The Houston county grand jury adjourned after returning 38 true bills and 28 no bills. One true bill charged S P Crowell former tax collector with embezzlement of 19994 79. He was arrested at home and released on 8000 bond. Jurors urged publication of audit details and quarterly financial receipts disbursements reports.
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Perry
Houston County Grand Jury
S. P. Crowell
Georgia must adjust to modern utilities and production
The Jackson Progress Argus argues deflation drained wealth and left many in debt, including automobile owners and nonowners. It calls for greater Georgia production and fair prices while acknowledging that cars, radios, phones, electric lights, and water are enduring features that require society to adapt.
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Georgia
Jackson Progress_Argus
Upatoie Boy Killed in Auto Crash Near Apatole
Alva Shumaker 14 of Upatoie was killed when the automobile on the Macon road overturned late Sunday afternoon near Apatole Columbus county officers said Dock Snellings the driver was jailed on murder charges and drunk at the time. Mrs Pamelia Shumaker and Geo H Shumaker 8 were injured and treated at Columbus hospital then sent home.
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Columbus
Alva Shumaker
Upatoie
Macon
Dock Snellings
Pamelia Shumaker
Geo. H. Shumaker
Seth
Apatole
Columbus Hospital
Save Roses From Blight With Bordeaux Mixture
A short guide urges spraying roses to prevent blight rust leaf spot and other diseases. It recommends Bordeaux mixture sold in half pound packets at drug stores, enough to make five gallons of spray, used every two to three weeks to guard against black spot.
Rechabites Loyalty Tested in Jeremiah Lesson
In Jeremiah 35, the Rechabites son of Jonadab, Kenites, abstain from wine, live nomadically, and obey their forefather's command. The episode contrasts Judah's disobedience with the family's steadfast loyalty, leading to divine judgment on Judah and reward for the Rechabites.
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Jeremiash
Loya
Hemiath
Jethro
Moses
Canaan
Saul
Jerendah
Judah
Jonadohb
God
Adam
Eden
Jonadab
Matthew Henry
Walk While Ye Have Light
A biblical excerpt from John 12 34 to ou. Jesus speaks of the light while it is with you and urges belief to become children of light. The passage contrasts the law students with Jesus and emphasizes guidance before darkness comes.
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Jesus
Georgia land sale in Taylor County foreclosure notice
Land sale under a security deed concerns 200 acres more or less of lots 281 and 264 and 110 acres off of 281 and 282 in the 11th district. H. J. Garrett as legal holder will sell at Taylor County courthouse the first Tuesday in 1929 to satisfy a debt of 4373.33 plus taxes and costs.
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Georgia
Taylor County
W. L. S. Company
Joe Wilder
A. E. Sloan
Sect. Treas
H. J. Garrett
Superior Co
Court House
Taylor City
11Th District
Taylor
J. S. Rogers
Mittie Wilder
J. Garrett
Notice of Letters of Administration for Roy S Wall
H S Wall seeks permanent letters of administration on the estate of Roy S Wall. Creditors and next of kin are cited to appear at the ordinary’s office within the time allowed by law and show cause why administration should not be granted. Witness my hand this June 4 1929. L T Peed Ordinary.
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Georgia
Taylor County
H. S. Wall Hayng
Roy
Roy S. Wall
S. Wall
L. T. Peed
Leave to Sell Notice for Ada Hamm Deceased
Written application shows N B Hammoe as administrator of the Hammock estate seeks leave to sell real estate. Heirs at law are notified that the July 1929 term of the county court will grant leave unless objections are shown. A citation order has been issued.
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Georgia
Taylor County
N. B. Hammoe
Hammock
Law and Crew
Ada Hamm
Sleep All Winter Ends With Raccoons Cozied In Trees
A fragmented note from a forestry periodical notes raccoons hibernating through winter. It mentions families or several individuals curling up together in the hollow of a large tree as a common behavior in cold months.
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Amen Forestry Magazine
Washinit
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