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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1910
Page
1
The Dahlonega paper reports on Iowa Democrats and Nebraska party moves, notes local and state contests, endorsements, and public letters. It covers the Lumpkin County primary, Speer’s treasurer candidacy, and criticisms of Hoke Smith factions while praising Gov Brown and urging sober, upright voting.
The Murrayville Board of Trustees elects Prof. EKJ Robeson as principal and authorizes a forty room dormitory to open with the school in September. Construction underway with plans for another building by January. A August 10 rally and picnic will mark the cornerstone ceremony, featuring Mr. W. S. Witham of Atlanta as guest speaker and other dignitaries.
The Ninth Matridt praises early American statesmen and argues for a shift in Congress. It laments district stagnation since Ben Pull left and supports Perry as a return to lofty ideals. The piece claims Heil has stayed too long and urges voters to let the people decide.
The Gwinnett Journal notes Hou, WH, HT Perry of Gainesville enters the race for Congress, challenging incumbent Bell in Georgia's ninth district. It praises Perry as an able, progressive leader and urges change, citing his record in the Georgia General Assembly and public-spirited conduct.
A set of 1909 1910 notices from Georgia officials including Tam Krasny announcing re election bid for the Northeastern Circuit judgeship subject to the Democratic primary and soliciting support. B Jones announces for Northeastern Circuit judge in 1910. Robert McMinn an for Solicitor General. W J Sigman also enters as Democratic candidate.
A Georgia representative candidate, R. Baxer, declares re election under the Democratic primary. He thanks Lumpkin County voters for past honor, pledges continued dedication to serving local interests and asks for support in the upcoming race.
State treasurer candidate P M Hawes declares run for Treasurer of Georgia pending August Democratic primary. He notes minimal legislative experience but cites he is president of the Tiberton Loan Savings Bank as basis to faithfully and well perform duties. He asks for public support.
Thomas M Benn announces his candidacy for re nomination to Congress in the district primary on August 28. He pledges zealous service for all people, cites prior experience and national affairs contacts, and vows faithfulness to the entrusted duties if re elected.
Gainesville business leaders endorse Col. W. B. Sloan for Solicitor General praising his character, hard work, and criminal-law prowess. Statement notes he read law at night, supported a widowed mother, and would be an honest, energetic officer if elected. List of local signatories follows.
A group of Flowery Branch Georgia merchants praise Col Sloan as an honest, capable attorney and urge voters in the Northeastern Circuit to elect him solicitor general. Signed by numerous local business owners including F L Davie J R Brown H J Light and W D Hawkins, among others.
A list of Georgia Hall County officials and bar members praise W B Sloan as an able, energetic criminal lawyer and endorse him for the position of Solicitor General. Signed by judges, county officers, grand jury members, and other local officials.
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