Georgia Court Opens Spring Term Amid Local Tragedies
Crawford county superior court will convene March 20 with Judge Jones and Solicitor Garrett in charge. Sheriff D Edwards of Teliaferro county was killed when his car was struck by a train at a Crawfordville crossing. Various local incidents include fire destroying a Buena Vista home, a new Columbus post office contract awarded, and multiple regional deaths and legal actions noted across the state.
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Georgia Senate Passes Governor Talmadge Cotton Bill
Atlanta March 13 The Georgia senate approved a 1934 cotton holiday by 26 to 18. The holiday would take effect only if three fourths of the nation's cotton acreage states enact similar measures. The bill urged by Governor Talmadge passed after striking a proposal to send a legislative commission to other states.
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Georgia
Senate
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Burns Prove Fatal To Edward Wells Magician
Macon Georgia March 9 Edward Wells famed card trick performer known as Webster the Magician died in a Macon hospital from burns suffered in an automobile accident near Tifton a month earlier. He retired two years ago to Macon with his wife to settle there.
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Edward Wells
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Wells
Webster
Ingtechie
Columbus man burned by spilled gasoline at station
Albany dispatch reports F E Marchant, 23, of Columbus, was critically burned at a filling station when a quart jar of gasoline spilled on his motor flared up, igniting his clothing. Attendant R B Geoghegan smothered the flames with his coat. Marchant burned from the waist up and had an even chance to recover.
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F E. Marchant
Columbus
Pincey
R. B. Geoghegan
Marchant
Spurious Money Makers Raided in Valdosta
Valdosta Georgia sheriff reports 10 arrests on counterfeiting charges and seizure of equipment for forging nickels quarters and half dollars. The first arrest followed a store cashing complaint on Wednesday night. Individuals named include H B Cavvanaugh R E Remington and Mr and Mrs Steve Condarellis plus six others from Condarellis cafe.
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J. L. Spivey
Spivey
H. B. Cavvanaugh
R. E. Remington
Steve Condarellis
Condurellis
William Tell style shooting injures boy in Georgia
In Columbus Georgia on March 18 Elbert Knight fourteen was shot in the neck by Horace Waters seven during a failed apple and arrow stunt. Police report the wound is not serious and the incident frightened the boy and others nearby.
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Man shoots wife then kills himself in Hollonville tragedy
Griffin Georgia March 10 Oliver M Chapman a 61 year old farmer living near Holtonville shot his 85 year old wife five times in the head then killed himself Thursday night Doctors say Chapman will die His son Carlton wrestled with him for the gun and the story says a shotgun was used then Chapman killed himself in the struggle
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Oliver M. Chapman
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President Roosevelt Salutes Senator Weaver on White House Lawn
The report notes President Roosevelt recognizes Senator Weaver during a parade review on the White House lawn. Weaver, unable to break through guards, bows in his governor’s staff uniform as Roosevelt smiles and acknowledges him.
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Senators urged to back economy bill in Senate
Bibb county commissioners in Macon Georgia voted Monday to approve the economy bill now before the U S Senate. In a formal resolution they urged Senators George and Russell to support the bill and said blocking efforts would be a public calamity. Signed by J B Yates W H M Weaver Troy Raines C Hunnicutt and L A (last names truncated). The bill had already passed the House.
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Hunnicutt
House of Representatives
Appeal to Taxpayers by J. E. Mathis President Education Association
J E Mathis, president of the Georgia Education Association, urges Georgia taxpayers to contact legislators to fund teacher salaries. He warns that school efficiency has declined and outlines two revenue options or potential highway cuts to support schools, noting it may force schools to close if actions aren’t taken. The letter cautions against tax increases this season.
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Massive Distillery Raid Uncovered in Henry County
McDonough Ga March 12 authorities seized a huge makeshift distillery in Henry County. The operation featured 25 forty gallon vats filled with beer and a 12 horsepower boiler. Officers seized 2300 pounds brown sugar 12 or 15 sacks rye meal a large tent camping gear utensils food and tools along with 600 empty tin cans 100 pounds coke and 1000 empty cartons signaling a recent run.
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Georgia Bicentennial Edition Preview in Atlanta Sunday American
A preview announces next Sunday's Georgia Bicentennial edition of the Atlanta Sunday American. It highlights Dr Thornwell Jacobs and Gen Oglethorpe sketches plus a newly unveiled Cavalier portrait. It notes contributions by educators and cultural figures and outlines plans to attract visitors to celebrate 200 years of Georgia history.
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Helen Knox Spain
John Wesley
A. R. Rogers
Cator Woolford
Larsen Succeeds Down as Federal Crop Loan Agent
Macon Georgia March 11 W W Larsen longtime representative from the Holy 12th district takes charge as state inspector of the crop loan office with headquarters at Macon city hall He succeeds John A Down who becomes assistant state inspector Larsen reserves residence in Dublin and a farm near Loganville plus time in Macon as he carries out preexisting policies and oversees staff.
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Georgia Highlighted In Bicentennial Edition
The Sunday American Bicentennial edition dated March 19 notes Georgia as the largest state by area east of the Mississippi River.
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Sunday American
Faith in America Urges Circulation Over Hoarding
The piece argues against hoarding money, urging circulation to prevent inflation losses and noting Roosevelt's inaugural words. It states America has ample goods and money, calls for calm courage, and cites Babson chart showing business down 12 percent from a year ago.
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Georgia Teachers Plea for School Funding and Tax Fairness
Georgia teachers urge citizens and taxpayers to choose a path that funds schools and humanitarian efforts. They warn that four years of reduced terms and pay have harmed education as the state considers lowering activity in material spending to fund schools and welfare. The piece calls on readers to contact senators and representatives to demand justice for Georgia children.
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Dr W F Melton Named Editor of Bozart Magazine
Dr W F Melton long time Griffin News editorial writer is named editor of Bozart and Contemporary Verse at Oplsthorne University. He also becomes Book Editor for Oglethorpe to accept the editorship. Melton was a founder of Versecraft and serves in multiple poetry society roles in Georgia and England. His noted work includes The Rhetoric of John Donne.
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Estate of J Mangham seeks leave to sell assets
Mrs GEORGIA-Taylor county guardian points to estate of J Mangham deceased and petitions for leave to sell all estate assets. Creditors and kin are cited to show cause at the next Ordinary Court session on the first Monday in April. Administratrix Mrs J E Mangham presents petition dated March 8.
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J. Mye
J. Mangham
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Notice of Guardian Sale of Ward Property in Reynolds
In Taylor County Georgia guardian E W Cook seeks court permission to sell an undivided one half of the south half of lot 1 block 22 Reynolds city for reinvestment. The court in Butler will hear the petition on April 3 1983 at noon. The sale aims to address unprofitable rental property and high taxes with uncertain tenants.
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Sheriff's Sale Notices in Taylor and Paylor Counties Georgia
Taylor county and Paylor county notices announce public outcry sales at the courthouse for tax executions and state and county taxes. parcels include land lot 162 in Taylor county and lots 1 and 186 in Paylor county. property tied to G T Nelson estate and related entities. Sale date listed as March 8 1933 with sheriff R P McGuffin officiating.
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T.G. Nelson
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Georgia Notice of Application to Cancel Titles in Irvin Case
Mrs Mary J Irvin applies to require titles to be issued for real estate tied to a bond for title. Ward resident Mrs 8 F Robinson alleges the property is fully paid. The Ordinary L T Peed will hear the case in Taylor County Court on April 3 1938.
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Taylor County
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F. Robinson
L. T. Peed
Sheriff Sale Notice for Royal Iron Steel Peanut Piler
A sheriff sale is scheduled for the first Tuesday in April 1938 at the court door in the county. The item is a Royal iron steel Peanut Piler owned by F L Purvis Administrator of the estate of F R Purvis, to satisfy a Superior Court execution in favor of Chattanooga Implement Manufacturing Company. Saleong March 8 1933 by Sheriff R P McGuffin.
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Taylor County
Said
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All Steel
F. L. Purvis
F. Rt. Purvis
Chattanga
R. P. McGuffin
Rules for Banks Resume Operations After Holidays
The text outlines that banks may resume business after holidays only under rules set by the superintendent. It requires that all counts owed to entities outside Georgia be paid in full or properly collateralized, with proof provided for approval. The superintendent may further prescribe terms for banks to issue business upon which access is restored.
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Georgia
Impeachment Inquiry Accuses Officials of Misconduct
A fragment describes charges of misbehavior and high crimes against an official, detailing alleged misuses of money by AG recipients and related improprieties within the agriculture department. The article lists multiple specifications accusing AG of benefiting others through payments.
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