Second convict dies of wounds in Fulton County
Atlanta August 30 22 year old Theron Cranston dies from shotgun wounds after a chain gang break in DeKalb County prison infirmary. Companion Charles Brown 19 died earlier following the escape attempt that killed Guard Clyde Gresham. The pair seized a laundry truck in suburban Druid Hills, were pursued to a swamp near Conyers, and were killed by officers.
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Atlanta
Desperado
Theron Cranston
DeKalb County
Charles Brown
Clyde Gresham
Ranston
Brown
Druid Hills
Gresham
Conyers
E. W. Weir
Weir
Cranston
Toccoa Attack Victim Dies From Wounds
Mrs. Joseph Herring of Toccoa Ga died in Augusta after being beaten with a garden trowel during a July 11 attack at her mountain home. Her husband found her by a stream. two youths Sanford Scott and Cecil Smith were arrested for assault with intent to kill, motive robbery thwarted by fear.
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Toccoa
Joseph Herring
Here
Major Herring
Fred Stowe
Stephens County
Sanford Scott
Cecil Smith
Fulton County
Atlanta
Scottie Ford V-8 economy parade proves fuel use
Ford V-8 demonstrations headline Scottie dog powered tests across Butler and Taylor counties. A Zenith mileage tester measures fuel per measured gallon while Scottie cars show power and smoothness need not be sacrificed. Payne Motor Co. touts Ford V-8 economy backed by public demonstrations and dealer statements. T. B. Rainey is a winning candidate. A vote for him is appreciated. Ady. If you favor old age pensions vote for Dick Russell. Adyv.
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Butler
Taylor County
United States
Sys
W. A. Payne
Payne Motor Co
Ford
T. B. Rainey
Ady
Dick Russell
State University Gifts Announced
Gifts totaling about 170000 in equipment land and cash were reported by Chancellor S V Sanford to the August board of regents. Major items include a 100000 library book collection and 47100 land gift for Forsyth Miss Stella Center. African American charity gifts aid Georgia Tech and Savannah institutions.
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Georgia
Atlanta
University System of Georgia
S. V. Sanford
Board of Regents
E. O. Batson
Mississippi
E. 0. Batson, Jr
Georgia Tech
State Teachers and Agricultural College
Forsyth
Miss Stella Center
New York City
General Education Board of
Julius Rosenwald
University of Georgia School of Medicine
J. Wm. Clarke
Winter Reident
Augusta
Sara Hodge
Georgia State College
Savannah
B. F. Bullard
South Georgia State Teachers’ College
Statesboro
F D R Landon File in Georgia
The Roosevelt Garner certificate and the Republican ticket certificates are described. Joseph T. Robinson and W Forbes Morgan certify the Democratic ticket while Bertrand H. Snell and LaFayette B. Gleason certify the Republican slate. The Roosevelt Garner form is mimeographed, the Republican certificate printed.
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John N. Garneer
Joseph T. Robinson
Arkansas
Philadelphia
W. Forbes Morgan
Landon
Col
Frank Knox
Chicago
Bertrand H. Snell
New York
Cleveland
LaFayette B. Gleason
Roosevelt
Garner
Georgia family histories saved traveling library project
Columbus Ga August 22 Restoring Georgia genealogical records lost in the Civil War is the aim of a traveling library by Georgia D A R members. Initiated by Mrs J D Wadsworth it carries genealogical references and long leaf binders with many family lines, leaving blanks for unknowns to be filled by residents using family Bibles deeds wills and similar documents. Four sets now travel among 96 D A R chapters staying about a week each, with plans to expand to 96 sets. No charge, cost shared by chapters for upkeep insurance and transport of boxes.
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Columbus
Georgia
J. D. Wadsworth
Civil Service Open Exams Include Nursing and Engineers
The Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for public health nursing consultant and assistant positions with salaries from 2 000 to 4 600 dollars yearly. Other postings include junior agricultural engineer horticulturist soil conservation bank note designer. Full details via Secretary of the Civil Service Board of Examiners or the commission in Washington. Vote for Dick Russell.
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U. S. Civil Service Commission
Soil Conservation Service
Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Treasury Department
Secretary of the
United States Civil Service Board of Examiners
Customs House
Washington
D. C
Yeomans Seen As Efficient Georgia Attorney General
A compilation of endorsements from newspapers and official bodies praising M J Yeomans as an able, conscientious and highly competent Attorney General. The notes credit economy in administration, strong legal mind, and no loss of important state cases, with praise from the Millen News Walton Tribune Tifton Gazette Columbus Enquirer Sun and other outlets. House and Senate resolutions also commend his service and the work of the Department of Law.
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Yeomans
T Xu
Columbus Enquirer
Sun
Georgia
Atlanta Constitution
M. J. Yeomans
Senate
Attorney General
Department of Law
Byrd Estate Administrators Seek Discharge in 1986 Georgia Notice
G F and C B Byrd administrators of A D Byrd deceased petition the Taylor County Court to discharge their executorship. They cite full execution of the estate and summon all interested parties to show cause why letters of dismissal should not be issued on the first Monday in September 1986. Witness August 10, 1986. T Peed Ordinary.
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Georgia
Taylor County
G. F
C. B. Byrd
A. D. Byrd
T. Peed
Phoebie McCrary Seeks Twelve Months Support in Georgia
Phoebie McCrary has filed for twelve months support from the estate of deceased Cato McCrary. The application will be heard by the Ordinary at the September term, to be held on the first Monday in September 1986, in Taylor County, Georgia. Witness L. T. Peed, Ordinary, August 10, 1936.
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Georgia
Taylor County
Phoebie McCrary
Cato McCrary
L. T. Peed
Dick Russell Income Tax Advocate in Georgia Ad
Dick Russell favors the income tax which fairly taxes the rich of the North and East to help the less fortunate people of Georgia and other Southern States. Vote for him September 9th.
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Dick Russell
Georgia
Adv
Stephen Pace Seeks Democratic Nomination for 76th Congress
Political announcement from Stephen Pace addressing voters of the Third Congressional District. Pace pledges loyalty to the Democratic platform, supports reduced government expense, a balanced budget, and debt reduction. He advocates immigration restrictions, Social Security expansion in Georgia, state-federal cooperation, veteran assistance, civil service expansion, and attentive constituent service ahead of the Sept. 9 primary.
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Third Congressional District
Hollis Fort for Congress in Georgia’s Third District
Hollis Fort announces candidacy for the U S House from Georgia third district. He pledges loyalty to the President and Philadelphia Convention platform and commits to serving farmers, workers, and diversified districts. He asks voters for support in the Democratic primary on September 9, 1936.
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Georgia
Philadelphia
Hollis Fort
Re-election bid for Chattahoochee Superior Court judge
C Frank McLaughlin seeks renomination in the Democratic Primary in September. He expresses gratitude for past support and asks for continued backing to continue administering the law in the Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit.
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Chattahoochee Circuit
Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit
C. Frank McLaughlin
Rainey for Superior Court judge in Chattahoochee Circuit
CandidateRainey announces bid for judge of the Superior Court in the Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit. Seeks Democratic support and votes from Buena Vista and surrounding areas.
Palmer seeks Democratic primary for Superior Court judge seat
George C. Palmer announces candidacy for the office of Judge of the Superior Court of the Chattahoochee Circuit in the Democratic primary on September 9, 1936. He urges voter support and notes submission to party rules.
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Superior Court of the
Chattahoochee Circuit
Democratic Executive Committee
George C. Palmer
Re-election bid for Chattahoochee Circuit Solicitor General
Jones Perryman announces candidacy for re-election as Solicitor General of the Chattahoochee Circuit in the Democratic Primary set for September 9. He thanks voters and pledges faithful, diligent service to uphold the best interests of the circuit’s citizens.
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Chattahoochee Circuit
Jones Perryman
Calhoun Pledges Fair Prosecution for Chattahoochee Circuit
A letter to Taylor County citizens from Hubert Calhoun running for Solicitor General of the Chattahoochee Circuit outlines a pledge of fair and impartial prosecution. He emphasizes protecting the innocent and gratitude for support ahead of the Democratic Primary on September 9.
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Taylor County
Chattahoochee Circuit
Soleibor
Hubert Calhoun
Emory F. Pari Seeks Reelective Taylor County Georgia Seat
Emory F. Pari announces candidacy to succeed himself as Representative from Taylor County in the Georgia General Assembly. He seeks Democratic Primary support, pledging faithful service and urging endorsement from Taylor County voters.
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Taylor County
General Assembly of Georgia
Emory F. Pari
Taunton Seeks Georgia Taylor County Representative Seat
Dudley Taunton announces his candidacy for Representative of Taylor County Georgia. He pledges faithful diligent effort to administer the office in the best interests of the people if elected.
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Taylor County
General Assembly of
Taylor County Candidate Announces Democratic Run
To the White Voters of Taylor County the author announces candidacy for Representative of Taylor County subject to the Democratic election September 9. The appeal asks for support and influence at the polls from followers in Romeova.
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Taylor County
Rome Ova
Payne Announces Candidacy for Taylor County Representative
D W Payne announces his candidacy for Taylor County Representative subject to the Democratic primary on September 9. He asks voters for support and promises wholehearted cooperation in matters of benefit to his county and state.
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Taylor County
D. W. Payne
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