Political Ethics and Baseball Mention in Georgia News
A chorus of opinions links principles to votes and crime, while the baseball season is praised as a crime deterrent for youths. The note mentions John Carrigan’s execution, the Quimby Meltons forming a Griffin News venture, tax receipts dipping in April, and a tribute to editor W. A. Shackleford's widow.
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Georgia
John Carrigan
Fulton County
Quimby Meltons
Enents
Griffin News
Publisher Blair Reaches Forest For Father’s Death
James R. Blair, publisher of The Americus Times-Recorder, was summoned to Forest Indiana on Friday by the death of his aged father Wm E Blair. He lived 92 years and had spent time in Americus and was beloved by all who knew him.
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James R. Blair
Americus
Abbeville Chronicle on Newspapers and the Printing Profession
A reflective note from the Abbeville Chronicle laments printers and newspapers as hard to work with. It signals frustration with the industry amid a restless era, hinting at broader tensions in the printing trade.
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Abbeville
Cain’s murder confession reimagined in Green Pastures play
Mrs. Bernice Brown MacCullard of Milledgeville reflects on why posterity condemns Cain for killing Abel. She cites Marc Conall’s fictional Cain who admits the act as a rebellion against being mocked, ending with a resolve to throw a rock when made to feel foolish.
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Bernice Brown MacCullard
Milledgeville
Jnn
Sid Cain
Abel
Cain
Marc Conall
Green Pastures
Thompson launches Georgia campaign with sales tax stance
M. E. Thompson opened his gubernatorial bid in Tifton advocating a uniform retail sales tax to fund schools roads and services. He pledges reform of elections recount laws and calls for a statewide highway board while urging Negro citizens to pay their share via the tax. Voters await Governor Talmadge’s position.
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The
Atlanta Journal
M. E. Thompson
Tifton
Georgia
Thompson
Journal
C. O. Baker
Want a Government That Will Live Within Its Income
A Cobb County Times column criticizes Uncle Sam for large debt and spending. It suggests Washington has lost fiscal discipline since the last war and questions how the government can borrow its way out of debt. The piece uses a satirical tone to urge restraint and budget balance.
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Sam
Adolph
Joe
Bonito
Sonna
Washington Way
Cobb County Times
The political machine in Cobb County Times stirs debate
Thomas Spencer discusses the danger of the political machine comparing it to the vehicle’s risk and warns its impact on Georgia cities and governments. He argues the machine’s power runs roughshod over people and institutions.
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Georgia
Thomas Spencer
Cobb County Times
Spirit That Counts Drives Community Growth and Hope
The piece argues that a community’s fortunes hinge on its people’s spirit. If discouraged, it slides backward. if hopeful and resolute, it improves. Emerson’s quote on courage frames Butler’s experiences as proof that attitude determines outcomes.
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Emerson
Butler
We Take Erle Cocke Jr Outstanding Young Georgian Pick
The Cochran Journal endorses Erle Cocke Jr as Georgia's Outstanding Young Georgian. A Southern gentleman, he is an agriculturist, industrialist, war veteran, and statesman, who has advanced good works in Georgia without seeking office, and is praised as making a strong public impact before age 30.
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Georgia
Erle Cocke Jr
Cochran Journal
Rivers Declines Primary Bid for Third District Seat
James S. Rivers a noted Cor dele businessman and civic leader declined before the candidate filing deadline for the June 28 democratic primary. He pledged support for Frank Myers of Americus and did not enter the race for Congress in the Third district.
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James S. Rivers
Cordele
Frank Myers
Americus
McLennan Opposes Sen George for U S Senate
The Atlanta Constitution doubts McLennan’s readiness to replace an obvious senior senator. It praises Walter George’s prestige and ongoing national benefit and urges McLennan to reconsider and withdraw. The piece frames George as the preferable candidate for Georgia and the nation.
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Alex McLennan
Sen
Walter George
U. S. Senate
The
Atlanta Constitution
McLennan
Senate
George
Nation
Georgia
Forrester Candidacy Praised By Ellaville Editor
Red Anglin of the Stewart Webster Journal relays Ellaville Sun editor Raymond Duncan’s endorsement of E L Tie Forrester for the seat vacated by Steve Pace. Duncan calls Forrester a man of integrity, a learned speaker and defender of Southern traditions, urging Schley County and the third district to rally behind him.
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Raymond Duncan
Ellaville Sun
Red Anglin
Stewart- Webster Journal
E. L
Tie) Forrester
Congress
Pace
Duncan
Steve Pace
Schley County
Forrester
Talmadge More Than George Is Hurt by McLennan
Ralph McGill argues that Georgia politics risks shaking national perceptions as Gov. Herman Talmadge's chief of staff Alex McLennan enters the primary against Senator Walter George. The piece notes party loyalty, potential split support, and the political fallout for the Talmadge camp amid a two-campaign dynamic.
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Talmadge
Roy Harris
Alex McLennan
U. S. Senate
George
Tim
Georgia
Ralph McGill
Atlanta Constitution
McGill
Herman Talmadge
Walter George
South
Senator George
Eugene Talmadge
Roosevelt
Barnesville
Gov. Talmadge
McLennan
Talmadges
McLenhan
Girl’s marriage to ideal ends in divorce then enduring happiness
A saying notes that marrying one’s ideal can lead to divorce but may still result in a lasting happiness in the long run. The line frames marriage as a journey with uncertain outcomes and eventual contentment.
Portraits of Aging Souls In Lavender and Lace
A reflective verse by E. B. H. calls for an artist to paint the beauty of an aging woman. It envisions lavender and lace softening tired lines, while questions of daily troubles and unseen dreams reveal a secret wealth earned through toil. An angel is imagined watching lonely hours and tears over faded wayside blooms.
Bicycle boom sparks safety warnings for 19 million riders
Spring weather could bring 19 million cyclists to roads doubling pre war numbers. Experts warn accidents may exceed 500 deaths annually and urge riders to exercise extreme caution to protect themselves on streets and highways.
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Metropolitan Life Insurance &Co
W. C. Tucker
Columbus Enquirer
Retail grocers post six month sales record and holiday outlook
Retail grocers across the South report an outstanding six month sales record with an excellent outlook for holiday sales, according to reports released last week.
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South
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Payne Motor Company
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