11 Aug 1922
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Newspaper
Fayetteville News
Location
Fayetteville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1922
Page
1
The essay argues the one room school is outdated and poorly equipped. It advocates consolidating into well lighted sanitary, fully equipped schools with multiple teachers. The consolidated model is seen as a year round community center and a strong investment for happiness, prosperity and pride.
The Fayetteville School announces its faculty roster of twelve with four veterans returning. Principal J R Byrd will lead the high school. new and returning teachers include Miss Gurtrehawebby, Miss Eleanor Ward, Mrs Lennis Starr, and others in the grammar and primary grades.
Officials urge those in debt to settle or sign a new note and ask all eligible residents to register promptly. Registrants will have their names published next week, and only those who register before September 5 will receive credit for attendance starting September 4.
The Tyrone area plans to expand by adding a high school grade teacher and an extra room to accommodate eighth and ninth grade work. With county cooperation, the program aims to accredit junior high work, extend the term, and offer enrollment to nearby students while pursuing eventual consolidation to build a larger, better-equipped school with transportation.
The school will require all pupils to register with a promotion card or certificate of proper class and a treasurer receipt for two dollars and fifty cents per term. The treasurer T R Gay's books are open and registration occurs at the superintendent's office with receipt and card. Those without a promotion card may face a placement exam, and notes may be signed for the amounts with receipts forthcoming. Those who did not pay last term owe the fee now.
Letters from lawyers and laymen across Georgia urge the reelection of Justice William H. Fish, chief justice for seventeen years, amid praise of his impartial record and adherence to the law. He faces opponent Judge R. B. Russell, former Court of Appeals member and multiple gubernatorial candidate.
A Senate resolution by Senator Brown of the fifteenth to empower the special committee to summon witnesses over Department of Agriculture activities was laid over for one day. J. J. Marchant of Doerun wrote that James M. Morfan offered to place him on the department payroll for extra political work. Marchant would resign as fertilizer inspector. An attempt to read the Marchant letter failed as Senator Jones blocked reconsideration of a Monday action limiting debate to 10 minutes per speech.
A concise meditation on generosity as a defining thread in daily life and personal growth. It frames giving as a practiced art shaping character, relationships, and meaning beyond material exchange.
Confidence in the September primary and that Governor Hardwick gains strength daily is voiced by his campaign headquarters. He spoke to a large Jefferson Jackson county audience with strong applause and pledges from Jackson and Barrow counties for hard majorities on September 13.
Fayette County Democratic Executive Committee endorses Hon. A O Blalock for Commissioner of Agriculture of Georgia subject to the September 18 Democratic primary. Blalock described as a capable banker merchant farmer and former revenue collector and three time state senator. T. R. Gay secretary.
Rev W F Dick of Macon opens a revival at Tabernacle Fayetteville on Sunday August 20 with first service at 11 o'clock a m He is assisted by Rev J B Cunningham and daughter Miss Florence Dick The Free Methodist preacher a Fayette county native invites local friends and all Christian people to attend and help make the meeting a success
A Boston Transcript quip notes the furnace endures abuse without heating, likening sulfurous language to nothing more than hot air. The exchange highlights the stubborn patience of the furnace as a household fixture enduring human scorn.
Governor Hardwick accepted the resignation of D B Blalock as private secretary and appointed Julian B McCurry of Athens a former legislator and lawyer as his successor. Blalock leaves to devote full time to his father A O Blalock’s campaign for commissioner of agriculture. McCurry to arrive in Atlanta Thursday to assume duties.
A London Opinion extract voices a sharp view on the difficulty for a wife to live up to her husband’s memory of his mother. The quotation reflects gendered expectations and social norms surrounding marriage and filial affection.
Atlanta Mississippi Louis Bowers, 24, and Hh. E. McWaters, 39, injured when their automobile was struck by a Georgia Railway and Power Co streetcar at Drexel and College avenues in Decatur.
Mr A O Blalock declares his bid for commissioner of agriculture opposing incumbent J J Brown. Blalock frames his campaign on agricultural policy and local concerns, aiming to unseat Brown in the upcoming race.
Announcement by A. O. Blalock Fayetteville banker farmer and internal revenue collector under Wilson signals a campaign for Georgia agriculture commissioner. Fayette county hosts growing support as letters pour in from across the state and organizing drives begin in many counties.
J W Wise announces Democratic nomination bid for the 69th Congress in the Sixth District. He thanks supporters from Fayetteville Georgia, dated June 29 1922, and pledges to serve legislative and other interests if honored again.
A candidate invites voters in the Sixth Congressional District to support his bid for the 68th Congress. He pledges to work for the people’s interests and asks for active backing from friends throughout the district.
Schedule outlines multiple Scout activities at Lee's Mill with emphasis on oath laws knot tying wood craft and practical signaling Log Cabin building and distance problems Health and Endurance First Aid and lifesaving games and nature study John Doe and others lead sessions with times from 1:30 PM to 8:45 PM including several chapter numbers and demonstrations.
A Wilmington News Journal note quotes Bill Steedum saying he skims articles on Brain Cells and How to Invest Your Spare Dollars, hurrying past them as he does in general quick reads. He treats the topics as brief, practical snippets.
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