California primary boosts Smith with sweeping win for nomination
The California result cemented Al Smith as the likely Democratic nominee at Houston. Smith carried about 183000 votes with Reed second and McAdoo failing to derail, while Hoover built support among Republicans boosting California's delegation. Delegates move toward Houston as party dynamics shift.
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Uless
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Wation
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Milk and Poultry Bring Prosperity Across Georgia
The Atlanta Birmingham and Coast railroad says milk and livestock markets dot its lines and trained staff aid newcomers. Poultry production rose sharply with counties posting large gains. Ashland and Lineville in Alabama report strong sales while Colquitt Georgia ships eggs weekly. Ben Hill Georgia's season revenue nears 250000 with most receipts from eggs and poultry. Farmers advance on mortgages as livestock profits fund land purchases.
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Atlanta, Birmingham and Coast Railroad
Ashland
Alabama
Lineville
Ala
Colquitt County
Ben Hill County
A, B. and C
Flogging victim slowly recovers in Milledgeville
J T Angles, flogging victim hurt near Milledgeville Tuesday night, lies in hospital under guard after a brutal assault. He names three attackers, all arrested on $1,000 bonds. a fourth suspect remains sought. Doctors warn six months or more until release. His wife stays by his bedside during the day as a night guard watches over him.
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Angles
May Queen for Valdosta Georgia State Womans College
Miss Katherine Blackshear of Sarasota Florida was chosen May Queen for the May Day festival at the Georgia State Woman's College Valdosta. Elizabeth McRee of Valdosta was named maid of honor to the Queen as the college honors the senior class and the student body elects the Queen.
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Georgia State Womans College
Valdosta
Katherine Blackshear
Sarasota
Fla
Department of Physical Education
Blackshear
Jas Elizabeth McRee
Georgia politics crack as national race unsettles state factions
Atlanta May 6 politics in Georgia crack and a wide trade of schemes follows the California vote for Al Smith and Senator Walsh withdrawal. The political big guns now face an altered landscape, offering an alibi but leaving them in a messy middle with limited leverage.
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California
al Smith
Senator Walsh
Georgia
Stewing and Sputtering In State Politics Faces
Public chatter grows over a trade deal with denials dismissed as insincere. Voters push for a face saving gesture to placate supporters while deliveries and new trading rise, suggesting the arrangement looks fixed. Uncertainty surrounds what steps will be taken to smooth the situation.
Two Angles to the Situation on Political Moves
A Capitol conference on Thursday between J D Wood and others is reported to have shifted his political base from the past campaigns. If true, Wood would align with the anti Hardman faction in the next race, presenting a new stance after prior public defeats.
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Houston
Capitol
J.D. Wood
Atlanta
Mr. Wood
Rivers to Support Holder In Georgia Governor Race
A report claimed Senator E. D. Rivers would withdraw and back John N. Holder for governor. Rivers denied sending any such letter and said he remains in the race, with no signs of changing his candidacy.
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E. D. Rivers
John N. Holder
Holder
Rivers
Valdosta
Opposition rumors swirl over Rivers switch to attorney general bid
Rumors persist that an approach was made to Mr. Rivers offering support to switch from the governorship race to the attorney general contest. Rivers denied any intention to run for attorney general and reiterated his commitment to remaining in the governor race.
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Rivers
Tomes
Political faction plans anti Hardman opposition
The article notes Wool support shifting to the anti Hardman faction after a week old statement that more opposition to Governor Hardman than Rivers would arise. It cites county primaries showing about 60 percent elected new officers, signaling public discontent with political fixing and a likely independent candidate in the field.
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Wool
Anti- Harman
Hardman
Rivers
Whispering Campaign Foreshadowed In Political Struggle
A cautious forecast predicts an ugly whispering campaign in the upcoming political contest. Observers note the poison pen method has appeared briefly and expect a real, broad campaign to unfold with evolving tactics.
Georgia Politicians Debate Third Party Movement
The article reports that some Georgia leaders favor a possible third party effort while others back the Democratic nominee. It notes differing stances among Daniels, Senator George, Senator Harris, and supporters heading to the Houston convention to shape the party's presidential bid against the Republicans.
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Jossephus Daniels
Walter F. George
Hill Harris
Harris
Smith
Virginia
Josephus Daniels
Georgia
Houston
White House
Georgia Democrats Close Primary Access and Possible Defection
The Georgia Democratic organization closes state primary access after the Houston convention. National Democrats forecast the party’s stance, suggesting time remains for Georgians to question delegation loyalties and any move toward bolting the party if two thirds of delegates favor the National Democracy.
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Georgia Democracy
Democratic Party
Houston
Georgia
Democracy of
National Democratic
National Democracy
Belief in a brighter future sustains hopeful hearts
A reflective note expresses faith that enduring optimism and goodwill will guide the coming years toward a positive end. The speaker affirms a steady faith in better outcomes despite uncertain times.
Mathews Declares Candidacy for State Senate District 23
A notice from 3 M Mathews announces candidacy for State Senator in the Twenty third Senatorial District under Democratic Party rules. Support requested.
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Democratic Party
M. Mathews
Norman E English Declares Candidacy for Twenty Third District
Norman E English announces his run for State Senator from the Twenty-Third District under Democratic Primary rules. He seeks votes and support from party members and residents in the district.
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Norman E
Taylor County Voter Notice Announces Georgia Candidate
A Taylor County resident declares candidacy for the Georgia Lower House with a pledge of faithful service and asks voters for support in the September 12 primary election.
Taylor County Democratic candidate announces candidacy for Georgia General Assembly
To the voters of Taylor County I respectfully announce my candidacy for Representative from Taylor County in the General Assembly of Georgia subject to the Democratic primary in September If elected I shall strive to serve to the best of my ability Cc H Neisler.
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Taylor County
General Assembly of Georgia
Cc. H. Neisler
Solicitor General Candidacy Announcement for Chattahoochee Circuit
A candidate for Solicitor General in the Chattahoochee Circuit announces plans to run in the Democratic primary on September 12, 1928. He appeals for the vote and influence of all citizens to support his bid.
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Chattahoochee Circuit
All Expense Tours Under Direction Of I. V. Wood Inc
Attractive illustrated itinerary and full information available by writing or consulting Mr. C B Rhodes D P A Southern Railway at Macon Georgia.
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I. V. Wood, Inc
C. B. Rhodes
Southern Railway
Macon Ga
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