Rush Burton Lavonia Times editor honored by Georgia Press
Lavonia Times editor Rush Burton of Lavonia, long a state newspaper figure, is celebrated for editorial triumphs and community service. He led the paper since 1906, hosted Georgia Press Association events, and earned multiple trophies and commendations from 1934 to 1939.
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Georgia Weekly Press
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Peabody College
Nashville
Tenn
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Internal Revenue
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W .D. Cocking
University of Georgia
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Franklin County Lbrary Board
Georgia Governor Praises State in Detroit Address
Gov. Eugene Talmadge told about 1400 at Temple Baptist Church that decentralizing industry and homesteading unused land could save America. He urged land division and homesteading as the path forward, spoke from the pulpit, and mentioned a Windsor visit.
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Eugene Talmadge
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Income plan payments rise sharply for American families
Over the past year more than 3.8 million dollars weekly were paid to American families as income checks or instalment payments. The Institute of Life Insurance reports the benefit program has quadrupled in the last decade.
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Institute of Life Insurance
Miss Virginia Hodges Essay Sparks Hampton High Drama
The piece by Miss Virginia Hodges of Reynolds School portrays Percy Marron as a shy, well mannered student targeted by jealously driven upperclassmen led by Ned Parker. The prank escalates from a soda outing to a midnight assault at a logging camp with Percy bound and confined in a shack.
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Esquire
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Varsity
Ned
State Forest Urges Georgians to Protect Woodlands
A Georgia official calls for mobilizing to defend the state's forests against arson and destruction. He warns about torch raids and fire, saw damage, and erosion threatening timber wealth and the economy, urging public action to safeguard woodland resources.
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Europe
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Ways to Prevent Egg Spoilage in Production
A care guide notes that 175 million dozen eggs spoil yearly and offers five steps to reduce waste. Keep vigorous hens, ensure infertile posthatch eggs, gather eggs multiple times daily in heat and cooler weather, keep eggs clean in a cool moist place, and market eggs frequently.
Percy Harron Escapes Kidnap Plot After Car Theft
Percy frees himself after being bound during a kidnapping attempt. He overhears the plan and escapes in the victim’s car, driving away while the assailants, who dragged Jake and the bear on a late night walk, return to Hamp ton dejected and shoeless. A note from Mr. Harron accompanies the car, joking about soreness and driving skills.
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Hampton
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The Saviour Came To Earth To Bear Sins of Depraved Souls
A sermon reflecting on Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, the depravity of the world, and the call for Christians to embrace the new creation in Christ. It contrasts the old Adamic nature with the risen life in Jesus and envisions future glory and divine praise.
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Virgin Mary
God
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Calvary
Christ
Adam
Ascension
Julian Harris to complete Stone Mountain Memorial
Covington June 6 Senator Pat Campbell of Covington chairs the Georgia State Park Authority says Julian Harris the prominent Georgia sculptor has agreed to complete the Stone Mountain Confederate Memorial if federal financing is secured. The massive carving started by Gutzon Borglum and halted amid sponsor dissension may resume with new funds. Harris has won awards at the New York World Fair and San Francisco Exposition and is reportedly at work on new designs. If funded the authority will gain title to the mountain and surrounding land to form a state park.
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Pat Campbell
Georgia State Park Authority
Julian Harris
Georgia
Stone Mountain
Robert E. Lee
Stonewall Jackson
Gutzon Borglum
Here
Harris
Grumbling Protest Leads to Cautious Public Silence
A lone remark reflects local discontent as residents weigh reactions to recent events. Citizens express fatigue and caution, while officials refrain from public comment, citing ongoing investigations and the need for orderly process.
The Landlord and His Tenant Editorial Outlook
A Real estate News editorial argues mistrust harms landlord tenant relations. It calls for mutual confidence, fair dealing, and shared responsibility during good and bad times, noting both sides should profit without hostility or default on obligations.
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Realstate News
Subtle Sales Pitch Earns Customer Interest
A cheerful young man with a suitcase persuades a wary woman at her door. He denies selling insurance or household goods and insists he is not seeking charity, subscriptions, or political support. He finally reveals he represents a firm dealing in photographic enlargements.
End of Rails Pushes Indiana Interurban to Few Miles Left
End of Rails reports the Indiana Railroad interurban system shrinking from about 3 000 miles to roughly 200 miles of operating traction. The piece notes the rise of modern buses and truck service as the interurban lines wind down their final runs. Company officials promise continued bus and motor truck service on remaining routes.
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Indiana Railroad
United States
Indiana
Midwest
Streets Paved With Silver Campaign Raises Money for Planes
In Victoria B C eight blocks were paved with silver coins by the women’s auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Air Force to raise fifty thousand dollars for training planes. Scouts and air force men stood along the coin covered blocks as contributors were urged to give. No guards were used to protect the coins.
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Victoria
B. C
Royal Canadian Air Force
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Boy Scout
Air Force
Mighty Thirst Drains Midland Water Supply From Blythe Wells
The hot weather forced Midland California to rely on Blythe for water. Eight railroad tank cars carried about 1,087,464 pounds of water daily, equating to more than 128,000 gallons to United States Gypsum Company mine town each morning. Midland lacks its own water supply and depends on Blythe wells.
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Calif
Blythe
United States Gypsum Company
Mid-land
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F. D. Derrick
Emily Woodward
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