Slaton Announces Senate Candidacy For Georgia
John M. Slaton of Atlanta formally announces his bid to fill the unexpired term of the late Senator A O Bacon. He cites 16 years in the General Assembly eight as presiding officer, records of frugal state finances, support from thousands across Georgia, and vows to advance farming credit and labor interests while opposing further federal pension growth. He frames himself as a Georgian first, urging community self-government and national economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Slaton
Georgia
General Assembly
Senate
United States Senate
Atlanta
A. O. Bacon
Slaton
South
National Council
INTED
Laton
House of Representatives
Assembly
House
State Senate
Hoke Smith
Brown
Texas Wonder Kidney Remedy Ad Brings Health Claims
An old advertisement promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets for liver cleansing and relief from constipation and fatigue. It also touts The Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel and diabetes, claiming general wellness for men, women, and children with mail order option and testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. McKnight
Ft. Worth
Sk. J. Porter
Ouuer
Texas
E. W. Halt
Olive St
St. Louis
Disposing of Little Joe Brown in State Opinion
Civil chatter across Georgia papers weighs Gov Joseph M Brown’s next move with wide opinion on a run for governor or joining other figures. The Macon Tele notes Brown teaches Wilson to watch and wait while he tends crops and fends off readers. An Exchange jab questions those who deride local papers, praising their town value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph M. Brown
Slaton
Felder
Hardwick
Cooper
Willie Upshaw
Little Joe” Brown
Wilson
Macon
Chamberlains Tablets and Liniment Advertisements and Notes
A mixed page item includes testimonial style notices for Chamberlains Tablets aiding sick headache and stomach weakness with claims of restoration. It also features political commentary from Georgia newspapers discussing gubernatorial candidates and a favorable note on Judge Nat E. Harris. Advertisements promote Chamberlains Liniment for rheumatism and sprains with user testimonials and 25 and 50 cent bottle prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Tanner
Wabash, Ind
Chamberlain
Free Trip To Macon Dentists Promote Patient Transport
The United Painless Dentists offer free rail transport to Macon for Butler area patients receiving dental work valued at $20. The firm boasts top southern facilities and skilled surgeons with guaranteed work. Write for dates. office at Corner Third and Mulberry Sts Over Saunders' Drug Store. Phone 1405. The News urges clean politics and an end to mudslinging in Georgia elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
United Painless Dentists
Butler and Vicinity
South
Third and Mulberry Sts
Saunders’ Drug Store
Helps Kidney and Bladder Trouble Pills Proclaimed
People nationwide praise Foley Kidney Pills for kidney and backache relief. A. T. Kelley of McIntosh Alabama recommends them to all suffering kidney trouble and rheumatic pain, sold by H. J. Porter in Butler Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. T. Kelley
McIntosh
Ala
H. J. Porter
Butler
Gia
Special Hosiery Offer for Limited Time
Six pairs of S5e valne ladies hose in black with guarantee available for 1 dollar and 5 stamps for postage Also 6 pairs of 35 cent value Guaranteed Hose for men plus a pair of Paradise Garters for one dollar and 5 stamps Postage details and ordering instructions follow Wear Ever Hosiery Co Dayton Ohio guarantees six months wear without holes or a free replacement Be sure to include correct size and order before the offer expires
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hosiery CO
Dayton
Ohio
Political announcements for state senate candidates
Two Democratic candidates announce for state senate seats in different districts. J W Bloodworth seeks the 23rd District with Taylor Houston and Crawford counties listed. T V Fagan announces for the 2nd District appealing to voters in Houston Crawford and Taylor counties with pledge to faithful duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Crawford
Taylor County
T. V. Fagan
Taylor County Representatives C B Marshall and W W Douglas announce
C B Marshall declares candidacy for Taylor County Representative pledging to serve the people to the best of his ability and asks for influence and votes. W W Douglas also announces for Representative pledging to serve the entire county impartially if elected. The text notes Democratic Executive Committee rules may not satisfy all and questions changes or an extra session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor County
C. B. Marshall
W.W. Douglas
Democratic Executive Committee
Automobile Tires At Factory Prices
A Dayton Ohio tire sales firm offers substantial savings on tires and tubes with listed prices and discounts for cash and delivery. The ad promotes new, clean guaranteed tires from standard and independent makes and notes high stock levels. In Georgia, Dr. E L Worsham discusses breeding efforts to resist boll weevil and root rot diseases with trials on many cotton varieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tire Factories Sales CO
Dayton
Ohio
Georgia
E. L. Worsham
Etomologist
Specialty collage of college emblems and mascots
A described assortment of felt emblems for Harvard Princeton Cornell Michigan and more. Includes 9 by 24 inch pieces for some schools and 7 by 21 inch items for others with felt heads streamers letters and mascot in proper colors. Postpaid for 50 cents plus 5 stamps for postage. Howard Specialty Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ale
Harvard
Princeton
Cornell
Michigan
Savannah man J Randolph Anderson seeks Georgia governorship
Savannah Democrat J Randolph Anderson announces his candidacy for governor in 1914. He emphasizes unity, long service in the state legislature, and readiness to serve as acting governor if needed. He argues prohibition is settled law and vows to oversee its application without politics. Anderson cites statewide support and aims for a peaceful, reform-minded campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phio
Hirshburg T Phillips
Atlante
J. Randolph Anderson
Savannah
Mr. Anderson
North Georgia
Marietta
Anderson
People of
Georgia
House
Senate
Proclamation offers reward for Brinkley Durham fugitive
Georgia Governor John M. Slaton issues a proclamation dated May 1 1914 offering a reward of 150 dollars for Brinkley Durham the Taylor County fugitive who feloniously killed Anderson Corbin and Curley Corbin on August 2 1908. The notice commands all state officers to aid in apprehending him for trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
John M. Slaton
Taylor
Brinkley Durham
Anderson Corbin
Curley Corbin
Philip Cook
Ready for the Front Row in This Section Show
A lighthearted note about polishing up demos as another musical comedy show arrives in the local section. The message hints at performers preparing routines and the audience readying for entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laska Disipateh
Fre London Tango Negelage Evelyn Thaw Bracelet Craze
United Sales Company of Dayton Ohio promotes Spearmint Gum with a free Tango necklace and Evelyn Thaw bracelet. The offer targets women in major cities, ships a box of gum for 50 cents plus four stamps, and limits orders to two per party with dealers excluded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tango” Negelage
Evelyn Thaw
New York
Svelyn Thaw
Unpleasant Quotes Spark Debate on Respectful Speech
A fragmentary line mocks those who still laugh loudly and scornfully, reflecting ongoing tensions over humor and manners. The quote evokes Thackeray style satire, suggesting social pretension and snobbery in public discourse.
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Little Joe’ Brown
A. L. Luckie
East Rochester
N. Y
Hoke
Nat E. Harris
J. W. Bloodworth
H. S. Bowden
Blakely
Howard Specialty Coo
Dayton, Ohio
United Sales Company
P. O. Box
Guy
Thackusay
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