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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1918
Page
2
Long column of local items from Dahlonega to Lawrenceville noting political races in Atlanta, postal and telegraph changes, sugar rationing emphasis, upcoming marriage license health checks, and the perpetual fence versus stock law dispute across mountain counties with Dahlonega referenced.
A. L. Miller, a steadfast supporter, defends Senator Hardwick against rumors of campaign involvement. He praises Hardwick as an able, loyal, and patriotic leader and emphasizes the Senator’s value to Georgia and the South in defending state rights and constitutional provisions.
The piece argues for broad new taxes to fund war effort. It cites hefty levies on liquor, tobacco, soft drinks, jewelry, autos, gas, hotels, cafe bills, garments, and many consumer goods, plus a raised legislature salary and changes to motion picture taxes. It notes local political commentary and questions about implementation.
Amid paper shortages the War Industries Board announces July 15 enforcement on weekly papers. Discontinue samples, free promotions, advertiser copies beyond official needs, and free exchanges. Notices also mention political campaigning, German offensives, and local candidacy notices from Lumpkin County officials and residents.
Lumpkin Court of Ordinary calls a special election for August 12 1918 to fill the vacancy in the office of tax receiver caused by the death of Alfred Grizzle. The election will be conducted in each militia district under General Assembly rules with returns due to the courthouse in Dahlonega by noon the following day. Official signature W B Townssean Ordinary dated June 19 1918.
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