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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1926
Page
1
Judge Jones declares he will run again after petitions and letters from citizens. He notes the circuit’s size and demanding duties, stating he must rely on a people he trusts to represent him, and offers no apologies for entering the race.
A DeKalb county committee led by H. B. Adams announces support for Albert J. Woodruff in the state public service commission race. The group argues that North and South Georgia balance matters and that Woodruff’s short-term unopposed seat favors stability and statewide interests. They emphasize Woodruff’s qualifications and readiness for the commission’s duties.
Tokyo officials report the municipal employment bureau finds domestic servants in the capital numbered far fewer than needed. They blame employers and say modern maids insist on rights and prefer daylight farm work over house duties.
A duck owned by farmer John Bassett on Martha's Vineyard reportedly barks like a dog. One day Bassett thought a dog was pursuing his sheep, but found only a young drake flapping its wings and barking. No explanation yet for the duck's singular ability.
An Indianapolis visitor and son discussed a crater interior path at Vesuvius with a guide. The guide pointed to the boy saying Him yes papa no, prompting the narrator to recall feeling ten years older amid the exchange.
The article notes that over 96 percent of U S electricity is alternating current while 4 percent is direct current. It highlights Edward D Adams recently awarded the John Fritz medal for hydroelectric progress and his early advocacy for alternating current against figures like Edison and Lord Kelvin.
A two cylinder rotating inner and outer tank for aircraft fuel was tested at McCook field and did not leak after gunfire. It weighs about 40 percent less than standard protected tanks and may include an automatic release to drop from a crash to prevent fires. Dr. George Radmore journeys 12000 miles from England to New Zealand hoping to catch a 400 pound swordfish.
A Detroit nurse reports a simple treatment to revive drooping flowers. Crush one or two aspirin tablets and drop the powder into vase water. within an hour the blooms are said to be as good as new.
Lawrenceburg Ky resident J P Nevins reports severe bilious attacks twice a month with dizziness and constipation. After painful use of pills, he found relief using Black Draught, claiming it cleanses the system and restores energy, making him able to work twice as much. The product is described as made from pure medicinal roots and herbs and priced at 25c.
Notice lists an eight room furnished rental in Lumpkin County near Georgia. It references M Brooksner in Georgia Lumpkin County and provides no clearer address or contact details.
J W Surrey of Clarkesville announces candidacy for Judge of the Superior Court in the Northeastern Circuit. He aims for the September 8 primary, pledging a prompt fair duty and seeks voter support after backing a prior run.
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