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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
2
A mosaic of brief items notes Booker Washington denying involvement in politics and preachers welcomed by Baptists amid seasonal talk. It mentions December hints of Christmas, a legislative adjournment schedule, and toyed with bills from ship subsidies to a kissing ban. A divorce filing, a Virginia kiss ban, and a Savannah jail reference close the roundup with political and social curiosities.
Citizens complain about a rainy day after a stretch of fine weather as forecasts warn of more showers while bill collectors press for payments, creating a mood of frustration and financial strain.
If the Australian ballot bill passes, it will destroy a thriving business among certain classes in Savannah and Augusta and perhaps in other cities as well.
The House passed the franchise tax measure with strong support, pledging to tax franchises and fund collection machinery. Gov. Tanai backs the bill amid public backing. the Senate is expected to approve, signaling far reaching implications for franchise revenue.
Fragments describe a political item in 1913 style notes. Names and places are unreadable but imply a local election or party event. The readable text hints at a Democratic renaming or rally with unclear details and dates.
The article reviews the Presidents message to Congress praising its vigor and citing calls to curb trusts, enforce anti trust laws, and address immigration, tariffs, capital and labor relations, and national planning. It notes no new remedies, but emphasis on commerce, reciprocity with Cuba, and the Isthmian canal. Also a welcome to a Methodist conference in Thomasville praising ministers and Methodist principles.
A reflective column contrasts people who wear crystal glasses with those who wear black or tin glasses. It urges readers to inspect their own spirit and view the world through cheerful, sunlit lenses rather than gloom and cynicism.
A Valdosta group plans a brass band event with bold claims of a louder horn than ever before. The organizer emphasizes self promotion and public performance to draw attention and crowds.
A grandson of Senator Clark reportedly received a $1,000,000 prize for arriving, with a joking note about sharing. A European prince is in trouble over love letter writings, while many men fail to obtain love.
Atlanta leaders urge increased immigration to Georgia to tap fertile soil resources and abundant raw materials. J W Orr of the Atlanta Chamber seeks funding to advertise the state’s advantages, arguing open lands, cheap labor, and favorable climate will spur manufacturing and prosperity for farmers and stockmen. The Times Enterprise predicts an era of industrial growth within a decade if people act.
A dated appeal invites women to earn spending money easily during leisure time. The ad promises simple work, prepaid cloth with directions upon sending 26 cents in silver, aiming to recruit readers quickly.
The speaker argues prosperity is driven by laws and enterprise, warns against overregulation, and advocates national action to regulate corporations and trusts. He endorses tariffs adjustments, Cuba reciprocity, and isthmian canal, urging prudent, non hostile measures balancing capital and labor and Philippine policy.
Regular session presided by Mayor Culpepper with Aldermen Manette Pitman Hambleton Pringle Neel present. Petitions granted for Junius Smith and J O Lewis. Dr Miller seeks street repairs on Dawson to Love and damages from city sewer. $50 appropriation for Thomasville Guards.
On December 6 1902 the undersigned guardian applies to the Superior Court of Thomas County for permission to sell privately an undivided one half interest in part of lot 311 in the thirteenth district described as 95 acres. The sale is for reinvestment and the property belongs to Solomon David Lucas and Charles Virgin Latay minors.
The court will sell at public outcry on the first Tuesday in January 1903 at the Thomasville courthouse for cash the real estate of John Pollard. Property includes a 60 foot strip on Harnsel street between Warren Street and Remington avenue and 80 acres in Thomas County Lot 310 for debt payment.
After January first Cone and Milligan will dissolve by mutual consent and conduct business thereafter as E C Milligan. All notes and accounts due Cone and wife must be paid by January 4 or arrangements made. Settling name will be placed with an office for collection.
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