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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1928
Page
2
A column mocks rising cigarette prices and insurance fraud while reporting on Georgia gas tax restraint in Fulton county. It notes Gov. Smith’s presidential bid to be broadcast from Albany and questions church leaders in politics, praising local voices from Chestatee and Lumpkin county.
W J Johnson of Chestatee writes from July 22 1928 replying to editor Nugget about Al Smith. He rails against party before principle praising Upshaw and True Democracy while noting his own 52 years as a Democrat and intent to vote principle first. He cites local figures and court notes amid a volley of political maneuverings and social observations.
Mrs Minnie Avery visits from Alabama while pavement work proceeds near Anderson's Store. Rev W G Burns preaches at Seven Miles School House. Miss Lillian Woodward dies in Cleveland Tennessee. A large rain wash hits eastern county crops and various visitors pass through Dahlonega. A skull find prompts an inquest into a possible drowning or foul play involving J Arrendale, J Walden, and J Turner with several locals bound over for trial.
The 4 H Club Camp held jointly by Habersham White and Lumpkin counties at Mossy Creek Camp Ground drew about fifty six girls, with sixteen from Lumpkin. Activities included first year demonstrations, nature lessons, health talks, hiking, songs and games over two days. Lumpkin girls won the pennant for top points in general efficiency and cooperation.
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