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Newspaper
Dawson County Advertiser
Location
Dawsonville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1936
Page
4
The Dawsonville Gazette notes the Southeastern Fair at Lakewood Park drawing thousands, praising livestock and exhibits. It applauds the Gainesville Dawsonville highway paving effort, credits Mrs B H Howard and others for securing the improvement, and reflects on editorials stressing responsibility and accountability in local press.
Hartwell Sun editor recovers a humorous political reminiscence from a candidate fifty years ago. The tale lists exaggerated sacrifices and plain mischief from a long-ago campaign, ending with the line that he lost the election after a dog bite and many lies.
Harold G. Moulton of the Brookings Institution told Rutgers and the American Bankers Association that commercial bank credit is essential to business and government finance. He warned that removing credit would threaten the entire economy, noting banks fund government securities and aid distressed banks, industry, and unemployment relief during wartime or downturns.
An article in the Bulletin of the Agricultural Commission of the American Bankers Association analyzes detailed farm records from Wisconsin. It shows investment costs, about two thirds of total farm costs, stay high per unit if production falls. It argues for operating near capacity, evaluating true versus false savings, and highlights home grown foods and farm cured meats to reduce expenses and improve the farm home.
Governor Talmadge proclaims a proposed constitutional amendment to cap taxes on both intangible and tangible property and to change tax rates, to be voted on November 3, 1936. The measure details classifications, rate limits, and distribution to state and subdivisions, with ratification by two-thirds legislative vote and popular approval. The proclamation directs publication and outlines ballot wording for and against ratification.
The proposed constitutional amendment to be voted on at the November 3 1936 general election would amend Paragraph 25 of Section 7 of Article 3 to authorize the City of Moultrie to pass and enforce zoning and planning laws. The measure comes from the Georgia General Assembly and the August 28 1936 executive department statement notes the March 28 1935 assembly action.
Georgia General Assembly proposes constitutional amendment to grant city of Moultrie power to pass and enforce zoning and planning laws. The measure lists multiple cities and sets ballot language for ratification at the next general election. Governor Talmadge issues proclamation for voter consideration on November 3, 1936.
Georgia Dawson County board orders 14 mills or 1.40 per 100 dollars Taxable property for county purposes to pay jurors officers and expenses plus 5 mills for school funding. State levy 3 mills raises total county levy to 22 mills and Dawsonville School District levy reaches 25 mills. Date Sept 1 1936.
Announcement to Dawson County voters declares candidacy for re election in the general election. The sheriff outlines goals to curb crime uphold laws and keep highways safe while supporting schools and churches and asks for continued citizen support.
A Dawson County resident announces candidacy for Sheriff in the General Election on November 3, 1936. He pledges to uphold law and order and asks voters for their support.
L J Evans announces candidacy for re election to the Dawson County Board of Roads and Revenues. He notes four years of service and prioritizes road work with near full time devotion if elected, asking voters for support and influence.
W L Martins candidacy for re election to the Dawson County Board of Commissioners is announced. He states his dedication to the county and its citizens and asks for votes and influence in the upcoming election.
An applicant announces candidacy for Tax Collector of Dawson County subject to the General Election on November 8. He cites a disability that prevents manual labor and asks for support to secure the office, pledging to perform duties to the best of his ability if elected.
A notice from an Ordinary of Dawson County urges Dawson County voters to support his re election in the upcoming General Election on November 8 1986. He pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability and asks for votes and influence from both men and women.
A brief opinion endorses the saying that those who change their minds never go crazy, framing flexible thinking as prudent and sane. The note attributes value to adaptability and avoids harsh judgments of changing views.
W J Parks announces candidacy for re election as Tax Receiver of the county. He seeks the General Election on November 3rd and thanks supporters for past favors.
A candidate for County Superintendent of Schools appeals to Four years of service and a record of cooperation with county, state, and federal officials. He asks voters to reelect him on November 3, 1986, promising to continue serving without fear or favor and to work with educational authorities to improve local schools.
All creditors of the estate of Thomas J Brice, late of Dawson County, deceased, are notified to render demands to the undersigned and all persons indebted to said estate must make immediate payment. August 24 1936. Wm. C. Cantrell, Adm'r. Atlanta, Ga.
A. W. Elliott administrator of the Jee Elliott estate asks to be discharged. The court cites all persons concerned to show cause why he should not receive Letters of Dismission on the first Monday in November 1936. Ordered by W. C. Vaughters, Ordinary, October 5, 1936.
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