Houston county political scene and local remarks
Houston county elects its Democratic executive committee by mass meeting. A Men's Cotton Suit Club is organized with contact notes. Sam Nunn of Perry announces he will not seek Congress, disappointing friends. Sharp critique of Curtis Lindbergh case actions and a Dalton Citizen editor remark on bias and newspaper conduct.
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Houston
Sam Nunn
Perry
Congress
Shope
The
Dalton Citizen
Lack of a normal peach crop raises concerns for industry
The piece notes that crop size affects those involved in the industry and questions why a poor peach harvest should worry. It mentions ongoing studies of personal crisis impulses and hints at editor J Roy McGinty's possible run for state senate, with Vera accompanying him to report on the race.
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J. Roy McGinty
The
Calvin Times
State Senate
Vera
Senate race chatter and judiciary confirms marshals noms
The Atlanta Constitution notes Senator George’s call against further raids on the Federal Treasury as sound. The Savannah Press reports a favorable senate judiciary committee vote on Samuel Purvis and G F Flanders to U S Marshals for middle and southern districts of Georgia. Friends urge John Holder to run for Governor as summer approaches.
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The
Atlanta Constitution
George
Savannah Press
Samuel Purvis
G. F. Flanders
U. S
Georgia
Senate Judiciary Committee
Methodist colleges educate children from diverse faiths says president
Wesleyan University president James Lukens McConaughy notes that Methodist colleges spend millions annually to educate boys and girls from Presbyterian Episcopal Catholic and Jewish homes. He warns colleges may be too popular and easy to enter and drift through.
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Methodist
James Lukens McConaughy
Wesleyan University
Illness of Postmaster Chase Easton at Columbus
The illness of Postmaster Chase Easton of Columbus saddens his many friends as he remains in Columbus Hospital for two weeks with heart trouble. Tuesday’s report indicated some improvement.
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Chase Easton
Columbus
Columbus Hospital
Ramspeck Faces Re-Election Challenge From Joe Smith
Congressman Robert Ramspeck of the Fifth district will be opposed for re election by Joe H. Smith a prominent Atlanta lawyer. Ramspeck is described as an able congressman and a stable gentleman with friends across the state who would like to see him reelected.
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Robert Ramspeck
Joe H. Smith
Atlanta
Ramspeck
Misleading Primary Outcome Sparks Guarded Reactions
A Georgia county notes a successful candidate in a county democratic primary later aligned with the Republican label. The editorial criticizes voter carelessness and ridicules party primaries, calling the situation farcical and indicative of broader political laxity.
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Georgia
Oglethorpe Echo
Stewart County in solid finances despite depress mood claims
The Stewart County ledger shows no debt with money in the treasury. The Democratic executive committee levied assessments on candidates for Congress, superior court, and solicitor general at 65 dollars each, while senator and representative faced 40 dollars each.
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Stewart
Democratic Executive Committee
Congress Superior Court
Special note on quail values in the Southwest Georgian
Col Ef A Greene cites a live quail valued at 20 on a farm while a federal game warden held a dead bird netted by the government at 100 in Savannah. The remark suggests why borrowing money from Bill seems unlikely after Uncle Sam’s agent confiscated a hundred bucks.
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Ef. A. Greene
Ft. Gaines
Bill Biffem
Savannah Press
Bill
Sam
Advertising rates in leading magazines cited by source
The piece lists full page rates in top publications, noting Ladies' Home Journal at 9500 dollars, Woman's Home Companion 9400, Delineator 9200, Pictorial Review and McCall's 8800 each, Saturday Evening Post 8000, Collier's 5500, True Story 4500, and Liberty 4260, with OUR rate noticeably lower.
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Ladies’ Home Journal
Woman's Home Companion
Delineator
Pictorial. Review
McCall’s Magazine
Saturday Evening Post
Collier's
True Story
Liberty
Nonpartisan budget appeal draws Senate rebuke
The appeal signed by Alfred FE Smith and ten prominent men urging nonpartisan Congressional budget balance drew sharp Senate replies on Monday. Republican Watson and Democratic leader Robinson praised Congress for non-partisan action, condemning no act. Savannah Press notes Bill Biffem, Butler Herald executive committee chair, and criticizes candidate tactics ahead of elections.
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Alfred FE. Smith
Senate
Congress
Watson
Robinson
Charlie Benns
Butler Herald
Georgia Press Association
Bill Biffem
Savannah Press
Billie
The Cost of Politics in Georgia’s Third District
The Columbus Ledger notes campaign finance barriers for congressional hopefuls in Georgia’s Third district. Candidates face 24 counties, county fees of about 65 dollars each, district filing costs, and extensive newspaper advertising expenses totaling around two thousand dollars upfront, with potential run-off costs if a third candidate enters. The piece argues only the wealthy can sustain such multi-county campaigns.
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Georgia
The
Columbus Ledger
Ees
Memorial Day Observance and National Tribute Reflections
A historical editorial urges national unity on Memorial Day May 30 or the observed date. It recalls the holiday’s origins in the Civil War and notes continued tributes for veterans from the Spanish American and World Wars. The piece honors sacrifice and calls living citizens to renew duty and patriotism while referencing local editorials about political figures.
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United States
North
Old Confederacy
Fragmented excerpts show mixed political commentary
A collage of quotes from Georgia papers condemns wasteful spending and political discord. Mentions Cobb County Times about ex Senator Heflin and Bankhead, Millen News on Cohen, Savannah Press on Congressman Chenoweth, and Atlanta Constitution praise for Crisp. Reflects public critique of governance and taxation.
Two tax questions vex Winder residents
The Winder News notes two issues facing taxpayers. Readers question where tax money comes from and where it goes after payment. The paper suggests residents would benefit from periodic itemized statements showing how tax funds are spent.
Calhoun News Letter on Repeal Laws and Kidnaping
The letter questions why no one formed a group to repeal all Rainey era laws and cites a three year reign of terror from kidnapping. It notes the wets argue this proves law enforcement failure. Milton Fleetwood of the Cartersville Tribune is cited as a voice with long newspaper experience.
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Literary Digest
Calhoun News
Rainey
Milton Fleetwood
Cartersville Tribune
Valdosta Times Praises Secretary of State John Wilson
The Valdosta Times commends John Wilson, Secretary of State, for efficiency and courtesy. It notes his office reorganization, cooperation with officials, and recognized ability, urging another term in office.
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The
Valdosta Times
John Wilson
the Times
Wilsson
Wrightsville Headlight Endorses Senator George Firmly
The Wrightsville Headlight states there is no cause for opposition to United States Senator Walter F. George. It asserts his study of the country's needs and timely actions in the Senate, praising his fearless and courageous service and high rank. It argues any opposition will fail.
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Wrightsville
George
United States
Walter F. George
Senate
Pledge to Honor Fallen in Nation’s Forward Destiny
A speaker invokes the pledge that those who fought shall not have died in vain and that the nation they saved will move onward toward a higher, more glorious destiny. The statement emphasizes enduring resolve and national progress.
Debate over Russell and Crisp for U S Senate in Georgia
A letter from Eatonton, Georgia criticizes editorials supporting Governor Richard B Russell Jr for the U S Senate and condemns Charles R Crisp. The author argues Russell fulfilled campaign promises and contrasts Crisp's record including his stance on debt funding and taxes. The piece defends Russell, criticizes Crisp, and urges readers to consider governance over rhetoric.
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Eatonton
Butler Herald
The
U. S. Senate
Richard B. Russell, Jr
Chas, R. Crisp
Walton Tribune
Oglethorpe Echo
Madisonian
Barnesville News- Gazette
Cordele Dispatch
Dick Russe
Georgia
Ernest Gamp
Russell
Tribune
Walton County
Dick Russell
United States Senate
Press of Georgia
Chas
R Crisp
Georgia Press
People of Georgia
Chas. R. Crisp
Congress
House of Representatives
Crisp
War Debt Funding Commission
Harding
United States
Commission
Federal Farm Loan Banks
Federal Farm Loan Bank
Call to Work and Leadership in Crisis
A reflective wartime style appeal urges citizens to demand real leadership in Congress. It warns against politics and dole reliance, arguing work creates prosperity and solves the nation’s economic emergency. The piece emphasizes self-help, employment, and restoring American vigor.
Mount Holyoke College Sits For Own Housework Year
Oakland Tribune notes a shift toward self reliance at Mount Holyoke College with resourcefulness highlighted as a practical virtue. The piece contrasts the diligent senator from Washington with men who lack initiative, stressing agency and perseverance in difficult times.
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Mount Holyoke College
Washington
Oakland Tribune
Experts in Philadelphia eyeed three pills for price changes
Experts in Philadelphia estimate three price steps for Pepsi and city spending in the coming year. The wording is fragmented and unclear in the source, but the gist points to anticipated cost shifts linked to Pepsi in Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia
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John Holder
Judge Hines
Supreme Court
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R. ©. Bell
Smith
New York
American Congress
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Williams
Greensboro Herald-Journal
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John N. Holder
Jackson
Argus
South Georgia
Cobb Country Times
Tom-Tom Heflin
Bankhead
Cohen
Millen News
Senator Couzen
Congressman Chen
Wees
Constitution
Winder News
Ise Aire
Inter Eee
National Congress
MY. Crisp
Immerour
Judge Crisp
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Summers
Georsl
Go Russell
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Buddie
Adama
Adams
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