Opinion Declares County Board Not Bound by Predecessors
In V Rose versus Board of Elections Commissioners of Jones County the court dismissed the suit this morning. County Attorney Freeman advised the board that board actions on claims are ministerial and only binding when presented and rejected by the supervisors. The opinion states a claimant’s right accrues after board rejection and that predecessors’ acts are not mandatory for current action.
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Vireuil
Johnson
Freeman
Rose
Board of Elections Commissioners
Jones County
Board of Supervisors
Aanless
Uretr
Téhe Board of “Supervisors
Commission Government Debate Questions Laurel View
Speaker Quin defends a commission government measure amid criticism of the 1910 code amendments. A pending test in Laurel and lawsuits may clarify terms for four year municipal terms and city adoption of the new form.
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Laurel
Jackson
Watters Municipal
Quin
Ho M. Quin
Hove {of Representatives
Easter Hatch Debate on Municipal Term Proviso
The debate centers on a proviso added to a municipal amendment affecting election terms. Mr Quin maintains the proviso voids the amendment for towns under 45,000, causing four year terms to apply if the context supports it. Lawyers largely share this view, with implications for cities and their elected officers.
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Robinson
Montgomery
House
Senate
Phi
Quin
Iino
Tvere
City Ordinance Talks Involve Laurel Hackmen and Pruitt
A court record details Officer Pruitt instructing Laurel hackmen on new city ordinances and regulations. Fred Parker paid a dollar to obtain information while a dispute over river crossing rights and railroad tracks arose, with Judge Montgomery issuing a ruling and fining parties.
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Pruitt
Fred Parker
Ak Clu
Maway
Mike’ Sark
Mr. Prustt
Mike Hart
Montgomery
Gage
Dudge Monteromery
Georges. Horn
Anether
Hackiman
Gormory
Jury Awards $1,000 in Brogan Suit Against Railroad
After a long trial the jury awarded $1,000 damages to the Brogan heirs in the case against the N. O. & N. E. railroad, though the plaintiffs had sought $25,000. A similar verdict was ordered may lead to a final settlement with a second jury reaffirming the $1,000 award.
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Plaintif
One Day's Doings in the Police Court
Justice Montgomery imposed sentences including fuel for drunkenness and tests. Georgia Hinds cited for drunkenness. Husimond Dennett, violating ordinances, $1 and costs. Nathan Herndon and WHI Newman fined $1 and costs for trespassing. DPD Wilson charged $4 and costs for trespassing. Puck Wilson fined 10 days for vagrancy. Chatt City police court routine noted with multiple gaming and costs.
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Justice Montgomery
Georgia Hinds
Husimond Dennett
Nathan Herndon
Whi Newman
Dpd
Wilson
Puck Wilson
Ghatley Pringle
Mose Ray
George Trotter’s Daily Medicine and City Fine
George Trotter, noted for defying the city ordinance, faced a morning court appearance over his routine conduct. Authorities show a pragmatic stance, citing his contributions to city finances and police expenses, ending with a fine of 3 dollars and 5 cents.
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George Trotter
Geo. Trotter
George
Lau‘vel
Toren
Montgomery
Worge
Easle
Money to Loan. Georgia State Savings Association Ad
A fragmentary notice from the Georgia State Savings Association touts confidence in future business and offers a loan of $50.00 ready for quick approval, with archaic typography and misspellings reflecting an early 20th century style.
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Georgia State Savings Association
Tas
Laurel and Ig
Governor Brew And Charter Laws Cause Debate In April
Gouvernor Brew signals stance on agricultural corporations while charters await action. Officials note October effective date and public policy against new formations, with several firms awaiting presentation and possible governor approval despite attorney general doubts.
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Jackson
Brew
Selina Planting Company
Proueith Planting Company
Aditns
Toth
Phil
Attorney Generals Office
Tio
Driw Ga Cues
Gis
Lars le Dedighitis
Stale
Cissage
Presbyterian Church Service and Activities Note
Regular morning service conducted by Rev W D Spurtin at Somer raw. Joe Easter to join the choir. Sabbath school and Bible class at 10 a m. A special service at 2 40 p m and another preaching at night.
Reelfoot Flood Devastates Towns and Spreads
Severe flooding from the Reelfoot levee breach drives mass homelessness across Kentucky and Mississippi counties. Relief arrives as shipments of bedding clothing and provisions reach refugees. families abandon homes as waters surge into farms and villages.
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Hickman
Louisville
Carnegie
Perlegg
Dorei
Iekarin
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