Gubernatorial race talk and civic notes in Hiberton Star
The Hiberton Star surveys Georgia politics with chatter on tax evasion beliefs, cotton prices surging toward 12c, and campaign dynamics. It notes John I Kelley’s possible rise in the gubernatorial race, Hardwick and itera’s clashing positions, and Alfie Tucker backing Tammoadge’s bid after withdrawing. Also mentions Mayor Jim Walker’s resignation amid probe and endorsements for John B Guerry for Court of Appeals and Jule W. Felton for Public Service Commissioner.
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Taylor County
John B.guerry
Court of Appeals Bench
Jule W. Felton
Montezuma
Public Service Commiasioner
Choosing the Best Man in the Third District Race
The editorial notes the difficulty of selecting the best candidate among Mee, Coates, and opponents, praising all as eminently qualified and stressing personal familiarity. It also mentions national races with McAdoo winning the Democratic nomination in California, E D Smith leading in South Carolina, and Miriam Fergusson gaining votes in Texas governor primary.
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Kxiown
Howard Coates
Wm. G. McAdoo
Treasury
United States Peniaity
California
South Carolina
E. D. Smith
Cole Blease
Senate
Texas
Miriam A. (Ma) Fergusson
R. S. Sterling
School Days Open Across Taylor County
Monday morning many Taylor County schools opened for the new term as children with books and lunches headed to class. The piece urges steady attendance and punctual effort, arguing that a full school year strengthens futures and reduces idle time despite tough times.
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Taylor County
Marse Dicks Dirge and the Governor’s Seat
A humorous verse portrays Marse Dick Russell clinging to the governor’s chair while eyeing a vacant senate seat. The tale follows pressure from rivals and voters as the crowd warns him off the idea, ending with doubt about the future and a note on political maneuvering ahead of an election. An editorial line urges Talmadge to appoint Hardwick and Nix, arguing they aided his rise, and suggests Kelley could beat him in the primary.
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Dick Russell
Guvnor
Senate
Majah Cohen
Guynor
Majah
Washington
Marse
Dickie
Janjie
Marse Dick
Kelley Faces Talmadge Rival in Governor Race
The speaker hails John S. Kelley as a man of courage and unequaled platform, pledging a creditable administration if elected. He asserts Kelley is the only candidate who can defeat Talmadge in the second primary and emphasizes Kelley’s personal integrity and upright conduct.
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Talmadge
Hardwick
Nix
Kelley
John S. Kelley
Madison for Comptroller General Cartersville race
The Bulloch Times endorses HON. MADISON in the Cartersville campaign for Comptroller General. Voters are urged to support a constructive capable honest official in this election.
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Hon
Madison
Cartersville
Bulloch
Statesboro
Castello Address Draws Cordele Audience On Campaign Issues
Cordele Dispatch reports Mr. B. T. Castellow spoke at the court house to a sizable, earnest crowd. He outlined five campaign topics including tariff, national extravagance, labor-saving devices, foreign investments, and funding for ambitious plans. He urged other candidates to meet voters for direct comparison.
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B. T. Castellow
Cordele
Court House
Congress
Washington
United States
America
Castellon
Editorial Page Cut Provokes Local Voters
Gordon bounty J Roy McGinty, editor of the Calhoun Times, has dropped his editorial page since entering politics as a candidate for Representative from Gordon. Some readers say they might not vote for him. An announced plant breeding discovery promises crossing northern and tropical fruits, enabling new varieties and extending fruit growing northward.
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Gordon Bounty
J. Roy McGinty
Calhoun Times
Georgia
Farmers Strike Over Milk Prices Blocks Highways
In the Midwest farmers refused to sell milk butter eggs and chickens, causing shortages in many cities. Some sought militia intervention to clear blocked highways, but no governor acted yet. The BULLOCH TIMES of Statesboro reports on this campaign for competency and honesty.
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Middle West
Georgia Newspapers Rally Behind Congressman Crisp Real Man
Georgia papers reflect strong sentiment for Congressman C. R. Crisp as Charles R. Crisp stands up amid crowd, shouting defiant remarks about the world. Harlem News notes the show of bold stance and public backing for Crisp.
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Georgia
C. R. Crisp
Charles R, Crisp
Harlem News
Which Is Worse Crisp or Russell Gas Tax Debate
The Bulloch Times asks readers to decide between Crisp's 1.20 electricity tax and Russell's 20 gasoline tax, urging voter input on which burden is worse. The unsigned editorial frames the choice as a direct voter question to spark public deliberation.
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Crisp
Russell
Bulloch
Pelham Journal Report on Governor’s Outburst
The Pelham Journal notes a contentious incident where the governor reacted strongly, throwing items at Mr. Crisp and then crying over the episode, reflecting a tense exchange and public display.
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Mr. Crisp
Pelham Journal
Level-Headed Type Promises Senate Experience
The Level-Headed Type, the product of years of experience, is presented as what Georgia needs in the United States Senate by the Gaineaville Eagle. The piece argues steady judgment and seasoned leadership are essential for the seat.
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United States Senate
Georgia Power Co
Ephraim
Hibertan Star
Georgia
Gaineaville
Eulogized Leaders Hope Crisp Senate Win in Georgia
Esteemed by all and praised by Democrats and Republicans, leaders express hope that Georgians will elect Crisp to the Senate, with broad cross party appeal noted by the Brunswick Pilot.
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People of
Georgia
Crisp
Senate
Brunswick
Statesman Crisp Stands For Principle Again
The Savannah Morning News notes Crisp a statesman who has repeatedly shown willingness to sacrifice his own fortune for the principle at issue. His steadfast stance marks him as a durable public figure in the ongoing discourse.
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Crisp
Savannah Morning News
Rare and Valuable Traits Crisped Visions and Promotion
Rare and valuable traits cited by the Macon Telegraph praise Crisp. for breadth of vision and independence from narrow partisanship, noting that he has amply earned promotion.
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Macon Telegraph
High Type Man Crisp Described by Thomasville Times Enterprise
A high type man Crisp is portrayed as a figure who will command respect and admiration in any placement, reflecting the era’s view of strong, admirable leadership as reported by the Thomasville Times Enterprise.
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Crisp
Thomasville
Crisp praised for fearlessness and fairness in debate
Reports from Dublin Courier Herald and Waycross Journal Herald indicate Mr Crisp will carry Laurens county. Republicans and Democrats alike pay tribute to Congressman Charles R Crisp for his fearless style and fairness in debate.
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Laurens
Mr. Crisp
Dublin Courier-Herald
Charles R. Crisp
Waycross Journal-Herald
Winning New Friends at Congress by Crisp
Perry Home Journal notes Crisp's record in Congress, praised for integrity and frankness on every issue, winning new friends while retaining supporters.
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Crisp
Congress
Perry Home Journal
Crisp Will Win Wish We Were as Certain of Every Thing
Cordele Dispatch asserts Charles R. Crisp will be Georgia senator to replace the late William J. Harris, a confident prediction reflecting the paper's views on the race.
Has Earned Promotion For Crisp Despite Question Of Succession
The Albany Herald notes that Crisp has earned the promotion he seeks. It emphasizes demonstrated ability and time experience as factors in considering succession and future duties.
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Crisp
Albany Herald
Crisp Better Qualified for Governor Not Senate
The Pearson Tribune states support for Mr. Crisp for governor but not for the U S Senate, arguing Crisp is much better qualified for the governor's job.
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Crisp
Russell
United States Senate
Pearson Tribune
Like Father Like Son Wins Senate Promotion in Georgia
In Savannah the father secures a Senate promotion and observers question whether the son is equally worthy of the bright station he seeks from Georgia’s people. The brief note reflects on political lineage and public service in the state.
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Senate
People of
Georgia
Savannah Press
Crisp and Cox Draw Backing From Arlington Courier
The Arlington Courier notes that more conservative ex-soldiers share the view and will join in applauding Congressmen Crisp and Cox for their man-like stand.
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Crisp
Cox
Arlington Courier
Faithful Old Scout Seeks Senate Promotion
Editorials praise Mr Crisp after ten election wins, deeming him a faithful old scout worthy of Senate promotion. Other papers criticize Atlant Journal and Editor Cohen as attempting to sway Geor id voters to fund his debt, predicting resistance from the people.
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Crisp
Senate
Doeran Courier
Cohen
Atlant Journal
Little Dick
Georeid
Millen News
Crisp set for Senate run backed by strong experience
Ocilla Star endorses Crisp highlighting his readiness for immediate Senate service over his governor opponent who cannot match his years of proven statesman leadership.
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Crisp
Senate
Fac
Ocilla Star
Political Courage and Personal Honor Cited in Camilla Enterprise
A Camilla Enterprise piece lauds a politician for voting his convictions and maintaining political honesty. The column emphasizes integrity in public service, praising straightforward positions and resisting pandering while noting private character.
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Camilla
Russell Denounces Crisp and Praises Harris in Albany Herald
The Albany Herald reports that Russell condemns Mr Crisp for his attitude and commends the late Senator Harris as a man who never betrayed the people's interests. Harris’s moratorium stance aligns with Crisp’s stated position in harmony.
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Russell
Mr. Crisp
Senator Harris
Harris
Crisp
Albany Herald
Best Man For Place In Senate Election
The Dalton Citizen endorses Judge Crisp as absolutely honest and superior in ability, arguing he is the best man for the Senate and that the choice is not debatable. The editorial aligns with the Albany Herald in backing Crisp.
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Crisp
Senate
Albany Herald
Dalton
Governor Russell Faces Senate Refuge Humble Warning
Southeast Georgian editorial notes Governor Russell aims for the Senate seeking safety from a promised reorganization that may not reduce state expenses. The piece argues the cost of government will stay the same or rise and suspects fear of a second term as governor.
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Russell
Senate
Judge Yeomans for Attorney General in Georgia
A Columbus Society column endorses Judge M. J. Yeomans of Dawson for Attorney General, praising his education at Georgia and Vanderbilt, thirty years as a country lawyer and seven on the Superior Court bench, plus roles in the State Democratic Executive Committee and Legislature. The piece cites his authorship of the Yeomans schoolbook law, railroad lease involvement, and stance against a large state bond issue, framing him as the capable legal adviser Georgia needs. It adds a local note of support from friends and mentions a Washington report on a potential legal loophole in the 18th Amendment that could end prohibition without repeal.
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M. J. Yeomans
Dawson
Yeomans
University of Georgia
Vanderbilt
State
Democratic Executive Committee
Georgia
W. & A. Railroad
Tarer
Columbus
Washington
Cordele Dispatch Quotes On Forgiveness And Nobility
The Cordele Dispatch reflects on forgiveness, stating it takes genuine nobility and Christianity to forgive those who have injured you. It argues that forgiveness is best, even when others have caused harm.
Telfair Enterprise Pencil Factory Wish
The article notes a county election on September 14 with about 2,500 voters. It suggests 100,000 names to be erased and jokes that lead pencils will be in demand on that day.
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Telfair
Slaughter on Georgia highways under August toll rise
The Dawson News urges action against escalating road fatalities in Georgia. It decries the August spike as a state disgrace and calls for measures to prevent repeats, insisting eye safety and accountability.
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Dawson News
Georgia
Mountaineer Loyalty and Campaign Disclosures Highlight Georgia Notes
A Northern Georgia mountain tale is used to vent about loyalty amid hard times. The Cordele Dispatch hints at Thomas W. Hardwick and critiques vanity among gubernatorial candidates, urging modesty and warning of possible disappointment.
Sparta Ismaelite Urges Private Bank for Sparta Area
The Ismaelite, on behalf of Sparta business men and Hancock County residents, calls for a private bank to serve the community. It notes more than three months without a bank in operation and emphasizes the inconvenience to local people and the need for a benefactor with funds who will establish banking locally.
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Sparta Ismaelite
Sparta
Ismaelite
Hancock County
Or County
County board targets thousand road tax delinquents
The Sylvester Local argues Colquitt County commissioners ordered the sheriff to round up a thousand road tax deadbeats and jail them unless they pay at once. It questions if jail for debt is lawful, recalling the Bill of Rights and doubting such punishment for road taxes or any tax.
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Sylvester
Board of County Commissioners
Colquitt County
Broadside Challenges Local Groups to Move Meetings
The Stewart-Webster Journal urges Editor Anglin to press organizations in the third AoHMeubioPa district and beyond to relocate meetings to Richland or Lumpkin occasionally, arguing that Americas and Columbus dominate. It dares Masons, Doctors, Rural Mail Carriers, Politicians and others to act, inviting wider state press scrutiny.
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Stewart-Webster Journal
Anglin
State
Richland
Lumpkin
Americas
Columbus
Madison Bell and the livery barn to a modern garage
A fragment notes Comptroller General Madison Bell in a Washington report debating a move to convert a livery barn into a modern garage. The unusual decision discussed involves fixing up the old building to resemble a contemporary facility, with local reaction described as noteworthy.
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