Statewide liquor issue faded as governor race looms
Georgia column by John W Hammond forecasts the liquor repeal debate will not spark a statewide uprising. It notes candidate Gilliam’s temperance stance may stir local fuss but won’t ignite Georgia. Also reports J M Sammons of Decatur seeks the Senate presidency as the race for upper chamber leadership grows.
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Hammond
Georgia Newspaper Alliance
Gilliam
Atlanta
Joe Wood
Senate
J. M Sammons
Decatur County
State Senate
Assembly
State House
BEAVER UMPIRE HONORED IN TAX ARBITRATION TRIBUTE
A tribute to Col Sandy Beaver notes he was the sole proposed arbitrator agreed upon by both sides in a utilities tax case involving a railroad. The piece highlights trust in his reputation and his role as the middleman in a high stakes dispute. It also mentions gubernatorial fireworks and state officials fishing plans with references to Hal Stanley George Hamilton Justices Russell Beck Perry Knight McDonald and Jule Felton.
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Col
Sandy Beaver
Col Sandy Beaver
Hal Stanley
George Hamilton
Russell
Beck
Perry T. Knight
Perry
McDonald
Jule Felton
Bell and Harrison Meet Again in Comptroller General Race
Bill Harrison and Madison Bell again seek the Comptroller General post after a primary where Bell carried nine counties and Harrison led the statewide county unit votes beside John Wilson. Bell claims Bullard backs him while Stephenson backs Harrison. Albert Woodruff, a dispossessed Public Service Commissioner, was in town last week observing the scene.
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Bill
Harrison
Madison Beflore
Comptroller General
Bell
John Wilson
Bullard
Mel] Stephenson
Woodruff
Albert Woodruff
Oscassion
Automobiles Gas Tax Figures Show Georgian Revenue Shifts
The record notes motor vehicle registrations and state revenues in 1982 1938 and 1984: 1982 registrations 298 595 yielding 8 825 527 71 profit, 1938 343 921 registrations with 1 035 261 79 revenue, 1984 348 182 registrations producing 1 042 689 49. Gasoline tax receipts for the first quarter of 1938 were 3 652 802 47, four months into 1934 4 418 198 79, up 765 390.
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Georgia
Capitol Banks on Johnson Law
The report from the state capitol says the Johnson bill, passed last Thursday in conference, will become law and alter Georgia disputes over lower freight and passenger rates and other utility charges, signaling a new ending to years of resistance.
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Johnson
Congress
Georgia
State Rate Cuts Prompt State Court Route for Injunctions
A state regulatory body lowers rates and the company cannot file for an injunction in federal district court. The plan is to proceed with new rate cut orders through the state court system, forcing the companies to face formal litigation in state courts.
Alliance and Publicity in Politics Persuasive but Practical
The piece extols a state newspaper alliance to deliver accurate political information amid noisy propaganda. It argues for a businesslike, dependable branding that helps candidates and readers avoid unfounded hype while ensuring honest coverage across weekly papers.
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Alliance
Cotton Week Observance Promotes U S Cotton Use
National Cotton Week highlights the role of cotton in the economy with 51 percent of world production in the United States and about 12 million people relying on cotton industries. The piece notes cotton’s reach in retail, fashion, and home decor, including dresses, draperies, bedspreads, lamp shades, and interiors.
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United States
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Detroit
Mich
General Motors
BY Fisher
Taylor County Motor Company
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