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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1922
Page
4
Frank Remlinger of Green Bay and four friends camped in a hearse on a jape style trip. They modified the vehicle by boarding a glass side and adding flooring to split it into decks. Two sleep in “opatetrs” while others use tents. supplies ride below. tires are rubber for easy riding. No ghosts so far, even near a cemetery, and the hearse stays snug in storms.
A mischievous billy goat hid in a lime car from Cape Girardeau to Doniphan Missouri. Locked inside for eight days, the thirsty animal emerged spry after a Mountain Dew drink from a nearby spring. Authorities note the creature appears unharmed despite the ordeal and its stealthy feat.
Walter R. McDonald, the blind legislator from Richmond County, runs for the Railroad Commission to succeed C Murphy Camler. Born near Augusta, he lost sight at age thirteen, educated himself, graduated from the University of Georgia in 1914, and has since practiced law in Augusta. He has served in the State Legislature for multiple terms.
James A. Perry seeks re election as Railroad Commissioner citing constructive work. He highlights farm product movement savings, grain milling privileges, refining privileges on syrup and molasses, 10 percent rate cuts on velvet beans and cowpeas, and passage of the base point reform to equalize rates for 3100 shipping points. Perry notes total utility savings and his historic presidency of the National Association of Railroad Commissioners.
Railroad Commissioner James A. Perry runs a stand pat campaign stressing offers, experience and efficiency against opponents. The ad contrasts Perry's track record with inexperience and inefficiency alleged of rivals, pitching stability and tested governance.
Mrs T F Parks of Dutton Alabama lauds Black Draught as the old reliable liver medicine. She cites relief from indigestion constipation sour stomach and headaches and endorses its long standing effectiveness and availability at druggists.
Several candidates announce their runs for Judge of the Northeastern Circuit and Superior Court in the forthcoming Democratic primary. J C Exwanns H Surros and H H Perry submit statements claiming decades of legal work and pledging fair impartial service. J B Jonas notes ballot placement and limited ability to canvass ahead of the September primary.
A political notice from Clarkesville Georgia candidate Robert McMiltax announces run for Solicitor General of the circuit subject to the September Democratic primary. He asks voters for support and signs as Howard Thompson.
To the voters of Lumpkin County Crain R Agxony announces his candidacy for the lower house of the General Assembly in Lumpkin County subject to the Democratic Primary in September He pledges to guard the interests of both the county and the state if elected
A 1922 newspaper item lists Tres M Bent and Thomas H Crawford Crawford as candidates seeking Democratic primary nominations for Congress in Georgia. Bent asks voters in the 4th district to support him and promises county-by-county visits if possible. Crawford invites support for the 9th district primary on September 18, while thanking readers for suffrage.
A political appeal urges votes for Edwards for judge highlighting a businesslike administration, equal treatment for rich and poor, and an orderly, expeditious docket. The candidate emphasizes 33 years in active Northeastern Circuit practice and calls for a September 13 election.
A candidate urges voters in the Northeastern Circuit to elect him judge, arguing the current bench is slow, costly, and inefficient. He outlines plans to set trials on definite days, hear motions in vacation, use juries fully, and personally manage the criminal docket to speed justice. The candidate stresses long legal experience, Georgia roots, and dedication to an impartial, full-time judiciary serving nine counties with about 75 000 people.
Cairo lawyer Judge R C Bell already appointed to fill Judge Hill's term now runs for both short and full terms. He appeals to voters by noting his background as a lawyer, solicitor general, and judge, his Albany Circuit endorsement, and broad state support. He urges a vote for the full term and promises diligent work.
R. R. Commissioner M. J. Johnson of Bartow county, a successful farmer and businessman, seeks support citing service to the state. He favors taxation exemption for farm products for one year, supports common schools and Georgia agriculture, and calls for a square deal.
J E Palmour announces candidacy for the six year Railroad Commissioner term created when Senator Murphy Candler left to seek re election. Palmour highlights years in public service as Hall County representative and 88th district senator plus business experience and knowledge of state business and farming needs. He asks for voters support in the upcoming primary and pledges best efforts if elected. Gainesville Georgia.
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