New Registration Balance in Atlanta Statewide Reforms
Governor Smith signed a new registration bill in Atlanta to fix a flaw from the first Smith administration. The measure extends registration using the last general election book, which closes five days after the special election is called, and follows the recently signed anti lobby bill in completing statewide measures.
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Atlanta
Foster
Hardeman
Jefferson
White
Screven
Smith
Cotton price outlook urged by Manufacturers Record
The Manufacturers Record argues the world is short of cotton and a crop up to fourteen to fifteen million bales could be absorbed without price declines. It warns manufacturers against bearing prices to keep cotton goods high, urging cooperation with farmers to secure profitable prices and stable market conditions for the South.
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South
Griffin
Largest US gun removed for dreadnought mounting
The first of the largest U S guns, built at Washington navy yard, was moved for loading aboard a dreadnought. It measures 53 feet 6 inches, weighs 65 tons, costs 74,7000 plus 55,000 mounting. The shell weighs 1,400 pounds and the shell plus powder costs 700 per shot. Initial velocity is 2,600 feet per second, effective at 12 miles.
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United States
Washington Navy Yard
For Salty Farms in Colquit and Kence Moult Districts
The notice lists Salty farms in Colquit and Kence Moult, west of Southwest Wate De W. Public sale or survey details follow in the local notice.
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Colquit
Kence
Georgia rises with 1911 tax values, 45 million gain
Georgia's Comptroller General reports 129 counties increased tax values by over 635 million for 1911, with 17 counties still to report pushing total toward 39 million in corporate taxes and a grand rise near 45 million. The Albany Herald hails Georgia as the Empire State of the South, expanding in agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and railway growth.
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Georgia
South
Albany Herald
East Cleveland terrace baby wheel sparks comic quarrel
A Plain Dealer report describes a young man in a soft shirt pushing a baby cart on a hot East Cleveland terrace. A soprano voice from an upper window berates him with a quarrelsome exchange ending with a plea to let the baby have his turn.
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East
Cleveland
Betsy
Baby
For Rent Store Room on Newnan Street in Geo Tumlin Building
Store room rental notice for premises on the north side of Newnan Street in the Geo Tumlin Building. Applications requested to H. N. Spence at Carrollton Bank.
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Newnan Street
Geo Tumlin
H. N. Spence
Carrollton Bank
The Newsroom’s Quiet Restraint and Hidden Truths
A Griffin News reflection argues editors and newspapers balance fact and discretion. It says publishing harsh truths invites retaliation, and many stories stay unsaid to protect innocent relatives and public good. The piece notes newspapers face constant bluffing and fear of stronger repercussions, yet preserve candid knowledge privately.
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Maffett
Col
Tme
Onsidera
Poviains
Griffin News
Elected to Heaven at Buxton Revival Ends with Forgiveness
An African Methodist revival in Buxton Iowa sees Broth er Johnson strive for religion. The minister appeals for forgiveness and a chorus of voices supports the motion. Johnson’s sins are unanimously forgiven in a moment of communal religious triumph.
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Buxton
Iowa
Brother Johnson
Bro. Johnson
Success. Magazine
Notice for Poland China pigs in Carrollton Ga
A notice invites interested parties to contact Y M Walton at Carrollton Georgia Route 7 for registered Poland China pigs, requesting inquiries by mail or visit.
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Poland
Y. M. Walton
Carrollton, Ga
Price of land and growth in Meriwether described in Vindicator
The Vindicator laments high land prices and warns of boll weevil damage while arguing land ownership by white farmers would spur Greenville and Meriwether growth. It advocates diversification of crops and early seeding to sustain prosperity and suggests a broader public interest in land ownership and town development.
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Meriwether
Greenville
Lane
Nisk
Chas
Wether Vindicator
For Sale 150 Acres Several Tracts in Harris County
For sale 150 acres offered in multiple tracts. Interested buyers may call H. Harris for details and arrangements.
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Ee Ely
Harris
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