Sandersville Ad Options and Local News Reflections
Advertising drives sales in Sandersville as watersweetened streets and new subscriptions promise smiles. Prohibition is in effect with Atlanta Spirit influences flagged. John Temple Graves opposes organized democracy. labor likely to back Bryan. Georgia Southern Railway deposits with banks resume after garnishment issues. jail crowded as fall court adjourns. Leg shows open in Atlanta drawing praise and cheeky chorus girl comments in Gwinnett Journal.
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Atlanta
Gwinnett Journal
Why Not Be Prosperous Prosperity boomers rebuked by authorities
The Saturday Evening Post argues that activity cannot be forced yet low mood reduces demand. It cites a Geological Survey coal report showing US output at 480 million short tons, far above Britain and Germany, suggesting natural growth in trade and industry. Coal and iron are pivotal to US power.
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Saturday Evening Post
Geological Survey
United States
England
Germany
Law and Order League Movement Advocated by Farmers Union
The Farmers Union in the county contemplates forming a law and order league to cooperate with authorities against crime and illegality and assist in bringing miscreants to justice. The group would enable wide positive impact and the editorial urges members to finalize plans and begin active work. The piece also comments on political endorsements, noting Governor Brown's clear support for William J. Bryan for president and contrasting editorial credibility.
Georgia papers warn of bushwhacker claims in electoral vote
Several Georgia papers allege bushwhacker plots to flip the Georgia electoral vote to the populist candidate. The pundits seem to push sensational charges to mask their own fiery motives.
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Georgia
Tribute to Russell Johnston 1869 1908 Parishioner and friend
Russell Johnston born October 18 1869 died September 6 1908 was a cheerful boy who battled typhoid fever and paralysis. Raised by Rev and Mrs George G Johnston he grew in faith and hymn rich memory. He shared a childlike trust and his church service gave him purpose as friends recall his welcoming greeting on the street.
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Russell Johnston
Russel
George 8. Johnston
Loan Investments and Borrower List Offered
An advertisement offers money loan services secured by real estate with no contact with borrowers until investor approval. Loans range from one to five years with annual payments. The office is cited as Rivet National Bank and mentions a list of loan applicants and security offered.
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Owamp
Attty
Rivet National
Bank
Application to Bell Land Georgia 1908
God executor of Tom Strobridge applies for leave to sell the land of the deceased in Washington County Georgia Ordinary Tarapen notes objections must be filed by October first or leave will be granted.
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Bell Land
Georgia
Washington County
God
Tom Strobridge
O. D. Tarapen
Board Orders Fall Commutation Tax and Overseer Duties
The Board of Roads and Revenues orders overseers to collect 2.00 dollars for Fall 1908 and Spring 1909, with settlements due by the second Thursday in October before the old board meets for the last time. Also notices to heirs in Washington County about selling land of C. O. Hartley and objections due by early October. CG D Triaprex Ordinary. Printing note.
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Office of Board Roads and Revenues
Board of Roads and Revenues
Notice of Administration for Brooks Estate
A. R. Brooke files for letters of administration on the estate of T. J. Brooks Sr. The matter will be heard on the first Monday in October before D. D. Triaren, Ordinary.
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Georgia
Washington County
A. R. Brooke
T. J. Brooks, Sr
D. D. Triaren
Also Mentioned on This Page
The
Sandersville Herald
Dunham & Taylor, Lessees, Editors
Sandersville
Olen
John Temple Graves
William J. Bryan
Buneh
South Georgia
Sparta Ishmaelite
Southern Railway
LAW and Order League
Atlanta Journal
Yancey Carter
the Journal
Brown
Mr. Bryan
Rome Tribune-Herald
Claussen
Mark Newman
Stere
C. E. Smith
Tennillle
B.D. Jorxer
J. W. NewMan
J. H., Davis
John W. Davis
C. D. Tuiapen
Sandersville Produce Company
Tom Summerlin
Molel Barber Shop
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