County chairmen urged to raise funds for campaign at once
State chairman Harden calls Democratic county executives across Georgia to unite and quickly raise funds to support the national committee. With two weeks before the election, he warns against delaying and emphasizes the need to oppose a minority rule while backing Cox and Roosevelt. James W. Gerard echoes the appeal for contributions to fund an intensive educational drive.
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Harden
Georgia
Thas
Harding
League of Nations
Cox
Roosevelt
Sladen
South
National Committee
James W. Gerard
Theodore Rooszevelt
America
Mr C R Carter Dies at Home in King's Street
Mr C R Carter died last Saturday at his home on King street in his 76th year after a year of declining health. The funeral was conducted by Rev W H Cooper of the First Methodist Church, with burial by Carroll Lodge in Masonic honor. He is survived by his widow, nine sons and three daughters. The sons include S J L D L L M d R George Ed O D and Charles. daughters are Miss Emma and Mrs James H Turner and Mrs Olin Robertson. The family has the sympathy of many friends.
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C. R. Carter
King Street
Carter
W. H. Coopert
First Methodist Church
Carroll Lodge
Nime
J. L
L. L
D- R
George
O. D
Charles
L. M
Athens
Emma
James H. Turner
Olin Robertson
Thay
Drainage Congress to meet in Atlanta in November
The tenth annual National Drainage Congress will convene in Atlanta November 10 11 and 12 drawing about five thousand delegates. Georgia hopes all counties are represented to map plans for reclaiming eight million acres while a $10000 fund funds expenses and publicity. Judge Newt Morris of Marietta heads arrangements with leading Atlanta and state businessmen as a full program is finalized.
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National Drainage Congress
Atlanta
Georgia
Atalata
Newt A .Morris
Marietta
Congress
Wheat farmers urged to stay out of market
Ponca City Oklahoma October 18 Farmers urged by the National Wheat Growers Association to suspend deliveries from October 23 at 8 am until the price of good wheat stabilizes at three dollars per bushel at the terminal market. The request was made in a proclamation visited by officers and directors of the Wheat Growers Association. It was explained three dollars is the cost of production in a given yield.
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Ponca City
Oklo
United States
Canada
National Wheat Growers Association
Wheat Growers’ Association
Globe store swipes roll of cloth on sidewalk display
The Globo reports a missing roll of cloth worth $2.50 from its sidewalk display. The store views the incident as a minor loss with advertising value in the swipe.
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Globo
Drum and Bugle Corps Set for Free City Hall Concert
The Geor gia Industrial Home of Macon Ga sends a drum and bugle corps to perform a free concert at city hall next Sunday evening October 24 at 3 30 o clock. The group has previously delighted audiences and invites the public and families to attend.
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Georgia
Macon
City Hall
Advertise Georgia drive raises funds for growth
The Advertise Georgia program advances with counties meeting quotas of a $300,000 fund to publicize Georgia’s climate land and opportunities. Citizens are urged to mail contributions to Governor Hugh M. Dorsey, state headquarters in Atlanta, to support local quotas.
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Georgia
Hugh M. Dorsey
GIA Enterprise
Capitol
Atlanta
Strong appeal to Georgia Democrats for white supremacy support
James A. Metcalf urges Georgia Democrats to back the Democratic cause and White Supremacy to counter Republican gains. He warns of Negro federal officeholders, a Force Bill, and racial turmoil, urging rapid subscriptions and funds for the National Democratic Committee via Chas J. Haden in Atlanta.
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Cox
South
Congress
League of Nations
Roosevelt
National Democratic Committee
Hon
Chas
J. Haden
Grant Building
Atlanta
America
James A. Metcalf
Commissioner Hosts Georgian Barbecue For Friends
Commissioner W. M. Robinson entertained about eighty friends at an old fashioned Georgia barbecue near his home Friday evening around five o'clock. The spread featured Brunswick stew pork mutton beef and standard condiments to satisfy guests.
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W. M. Robinson
Georgia
Shoes Price Reduced at J F Morris Carrollton Bargain Shop
Prices cut on serviceable high grade footwear at J F Morris near the bargain store in Carrollton. Low prices advertised to attract customers to 148 location.
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J. F. Morris
Cornex
Carrollton
Cox Seeks League Backing While Pledging Treaty Ratification
In Pracuse New York, Governor Cox addressed a crowded theater and said he would confer with Taft Root and allied groups, as well as the Senate and President Wilson, to ratify the peace treaty with reservations that do not impair the League of Nations. He warned Harding backers and defended League involvement as essential to prevent economic collapse and European weakness. Norman F. Mack joined Cox after the speech.
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Taft
Root
Piedtente
Benator Harding
Bohs
Birthday Party For Misaca Mary and Mildred
Saturday afternoon Misaca Mary and Mildred Thompson hosted a seventh birthday party. Children played games and received small pink candle sticks. Cream and cake were served and the centerpiece featured a seven candle cake for the honorees.
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Misaca Mary
Mildred Thompson
Women of Chattooga Register to Vote in 1920
Lyerly Ga October 18 the first move by the women of Chattooga county to qualify as voters was made when prominent women of Summerville registered hoping to vote in the presidential election in November if the amendment is adopted. If Governor Hugh M Dorsey calls a special session to ratify the amendment, several hundred Chattooga county women are expected to participate in the next election.
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Lyerly
Chattooga County
Summerville
Hugh M. Dorsey
Whipping of Planter Byars Sparks Patch Oct. Case
Albany Alg Oct 18 Wilbur Byars a Lawrence county cotton planter ignored night rider warnings and was severely whipped by three men at his home near there on Saturday night Authorities say Byars identified the assailants and warrants are sworn out A special grand jury is to convene October 25 in Mouton to investigate the case
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Albany, Alg
Wilbur Byars
Lawrence County
Byars
Robert C. Brickell
Circuit Court
Mouton
Cnac
Lit Mu Club Hosts Afternoon Program and Tea
Mrs Thompson hosted the Lit Mu club Thursday afternoon. The program covered St. Nicholas aims and Purposes, Life of Mary Mapes Dodge, a Danish Polk Song, Morn by Henry H. Truss, and a reading from Robert Folsom Scott The Captain of the Boat. A salad course with coffee followed the program.
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Thompson
St. Nicholas
Boykin
Mary Mapes Dodge
Raymond Robinson
Polk Song
Henry H. Truss
Mias
Vivian Snead
Miss Laurene Reid Dies After Illness
Miss Laurene Reid died Sunday evening at the home of Mrs. W. P. Cole on Mandeville avenue from muantoiditis after a week long visit. She was the daughter of J. H. Reid of near Tallapoosa church. Funeral services were led by Rev. J. M. Bagwell at the church and burial followed in the church cemetery. Survived by her father and three sisters Mrs. Paul F. Brown Mrs. G. N. McCain and Mrs. J. T. Hayes and a young brother. Also classified note: Wanted 100 dozen fresh eggs and 100 dozen friers at J. F. Morris corner bargain store Carrollton.
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Laurens Reid
W. P. Cole
Mandeville Avenue
J. H. Reid
Tallapoosa Church
J. M. Bagwell
Paul F. Brown
G. N. McCain
J. T. Hayes
Atlanta
Speed bug dangers prompt towns to act statewide
Regional editorials urge cities to curb speeding after a surge in deadly crashes. Monroe notes self harm and pedestrian risks, while Walton News, Winder News, and Conyers Times discuss mayoral candidacies and resignations. Madisonian questions compensation for public service.
Good Citizens in the Community Encouraged and Honored
The piece extols the ideal citizen who supports local enterprises, invests in real estate, believes the town will become a major hub, and promotes it at home. It lauds faith in community ventures and loyalty, noting such individuals outshine many.
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Thia
Baliavoing
Candidates’ Tactics for Votes in Dinners and Displays
A period piece mocks campaign gestures as candidates court female voters with grand dinners and generous gifts. The verse-crossed critique highlights perfumed campaigns, public receptions, and the precarious appeal of political flattery.
Citizens meeting chairs two county offices in Carrollton
The notice calls county residents to gather at the Carrollton courthouse at 2 p m on Saturday to discuss candidates for two offices. one for commissioner of roads and revenues and one for ordinary. O B Pierce signs as organizer.
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Carrollton
Tire Sale Ad Promises 25 Percent Off
An advertisement offers twenty five percent off on all KOCOMO tires from J. M. Johnson located on Rome Street in Carrollton Georgia. The message promotes a tire sale with a bold savings claim.
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J. M. Johnson
Rome St
Carrollton, Ga
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