Lipton Says He Will Try It Again And Other News
The page compiles brief items from Thomasville in December 1901. Notes mention Lipton’s return, Teddy’s message, the gubernatorial campaign revival, Congress debates on treasury surplus and Schley, Charleston exposition, and Denmark United States talks on the West Indies sale. Also quips about reformers and a Danish treaty likely this week.
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Lipton
Denmark
United States
Danish West Indies
Washington
President on the trusts in the long message
The president argues trusts should be supervised and regulated rather than banned. He urges publicity as a first step, with federal oversight for interstate corporations to ensure truthful property valuations and public accountability.
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Mationes
Massachusetts
Federal Authority in Commerce Regulation Proposed by Speaker
A speaker foresees sweeping industrial and political changes by 1900 and argues that the national government should regulate interstate commerce. If Congress lacks constitutional power, he proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize such action, building on the interstate commerce act experience.
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Congress
Robt G Mitchell Urged as Next Georgia Governor
A North Georgia admirer advocates Thomasville politician Robt G Mitchell for governor. The letter lauds his analytical mind, executive ability, and senate leadership, praising his popularity and character while noting no current political plans. He is described as widely liked with a spotless record.
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Eorror fmEes
Enterprise
South Georgia
Robt. G. Mitchell
Thomasville
Senate
North Georgia
Explorer to cross Behring Strait on ice to New York
New York TribuneLondon correspondent reports Harry Dewindt will depart Paris Sunday for an overland trip to New York. The Express says he plans to cross Behring Strait on ice from Nigni Kolmsk in Siberia to Cape Prince of Wales. If ice is unfavorably, an American revenue cutter will ferry him. He aims to reach New York in June.
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New York Tribune
London
Harry Dewindt
Paris
New York
Express
Behring Strait
Nigni Kolmsk
Siberia
Cape Prince of Wales
Absence Delays Legislature as Doors Locked Again
Very little business could be done on Tuesday due to member absence. The speaker ordered the doors locked to hold the remaining members in the chamber.
French Offer to Sell Panama Canal Unfinished
The French have at last made a specific offer to sell the unfinished Panama canal to the United States. The offer likely comes too late. The Nicaragua route will doubt less be adopted.
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Panama Canal
United States
Nicaragua
Mrs Dunham Granted Divorce From Major Bradford Dunham
The Chatham Superior Court granted a total divorce to Mrs. Dunham from Major Brad Ford Dunham on Tuesday. The suit was not contested by Major Dunham.
Conserva tive State Paper Endorses President on Trusts
Editorial praises the president and anticipates broad public approval for his stance on trusts. The piece characterizes the paper as strongly conservative and urges Republicans to declare their position on the major issue.
Democrats Wandering in the Wilderness Progress Stalled
The piece notes the Democrats currently in a difficult period with no immediate gains, yet it suggests they are close to a long hoped for breakthrough as they navigate political challenges.
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Promised Land
Denver Forms A Roosevelt Club For 1904 Campaign
A Roosevelt club, the first of the 1904 campaign, has been organized in Denver. Members aim to get in on the ground floor of the effort.
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Denver
Marion County Citizen Calls For Australian Ballot Reform
The Marion County Citizen argues Georgia should adopt the Australian ballot or another reform to curb corrupt voting and restore integrity in the electoral process.
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Marion County
Georgia
Scott's Emulsion promises to energize dull children
An old advertisement claims feeding differences between grain fed and grass fed horses mirror child nutrition. It touts Scott's Emulsion as enriching diets, improving appetite and digestion, boosting red blood, and aiding growth. Free samples are offered from Scott & Bowne, 409 Pearl St., New York.
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Scott
Tribute Praises Henry G. Turner as Governor Candidate
Georgia tributes hail Henry G. Turner after his declaration not to seek the governorship. J C C Black of Augusta lauds his health, ability, character, and long record in state and national service, saying his retirement would refresh the body politic and benefit Georgia and other states.
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Henry G. Turner
Turner
Georgia
J.C. C. Black
Augusta
Brooks County
Congress
Augusta Chronicle
Black
United States
House of Representatives
Senate
Doctors inquire on diet to gauge patient's social position
Dr. A asks why physicians probe patients' meals. Dr. B replies the habit helps determine social standing and set fees accordingly, revealing a cynical view of medical practice.
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Dr. A
Miss Stone Reported Dead Again Sparks Newspaper Speculation
The article notes Miss Stone is expected to be reported dead within a day or two and suggests newspapers may delay confirmation to preserve reader interest. The piece hints at ongoing public fascination and media handling of her demise.
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Miss Stone
Training in Education and Georgia School System Notes
The article previews the closing words of a教育 essay on Teaching in Education and lists eight books for teachers. It then outlines teacher qualifications and provides statistics on Georgia public schools including funding, enrollment, and teacher counts. It ends with reflections on professional conduct and educational philosophy from noted authors.
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Georgia
Thousand Mile Tickets Allow Men on Freight Trains
The Plant System long restricted passenger travel on freight trains but later allowed male adults with thousand mile tickets. A Georgia Railroad Commission hearing found no discrimination, permitting only men with tickets to ride. The practice raises concerns over high costs from lawsuits, with an example of a $5,000 suit settled for $450 after a minor injury on a ten mile ride. The policy now applies on the Brunswick and Western Railway, the Thomasville and Albany branch, and lines in Florida.
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Plant Srestem
Georgia Railroad Commission
Brunswick and Western Railway
Thomasville
Albany
Florida
Savannah Press
Day and Sunday Families in Maryland Set for a Sunday Tomorrow
Representative Hoffecker cites Maryland peninsula gossip about the Day family with seven daughters and the Sunday family with seven sons. He notes multiple marriages among the pairs and asks why every day cannot be Sunday in time.
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Delaware
Maryland Peninsular
Hoffecker
Washington Post
Ghost of 16 to 1 Appears in Congress Caucus
A passing line suggests a surprise development in the congressional democratic caucus in Washington as a figure or idea akin to the 16 to 1 odds resurfaces in political debate.
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Congressional Democratic Caucus
Washington
Meigs Lumber and Manufacturing Company Incorporation Petition
Petition by J N Carter and T J Willis to form Meigs Lumber and Manufacturing Company in Thomas County Georgia for twenty year term with capital stock set at 10000 dollars, authority to increase to 100000 with stockholder approval, and power to borrow, issue bonds, operate mills and tram lines, with principal office in Meigs Georgia. Filed November 26 1901.
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Meigs Lumber and Manufacturing Company
Georgia
Thomas County
J. N. Carter
T. J. Willis
Meigs Lumber and Mannufacturing’ Company
Meigs
United States
S. A. Roddenbery
J. W. Groover
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Endorsed by Atlanta Man
G F Carter of Atlanta reports relief from piles after using DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve. He claims a complete cure and warns readers to beware of counterfeit versions. J W Peasock comments on the product.
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G. F. Carter
Atlanta
DeWitts
J. W. Peasock
Court sale notices in Thomas County Georgia 1901
Public sale notices list multiple properties to satisfy judgments in Thomas County Georgia. Lands include forty acres in lot 216 and thirteen acres in lot 9 with detailed boundary descriptions. Parcels levy describe as property of T J Vonyer N A Coleman and E A Parish, with dates in December 1901 and January 1902.
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Thomas County
T. J. Vonyer
Justice Court
Q. M
D R. Broad
Said
N. A. Coleman
Superior Court
J. N. Carter
N. A Coleman
Coleman
Court House
Suid
Bainbridge Road
Orginal Nod Lin
Milburn Wagon Company
E. A. Parish
F. A. Parish
Fleetwood seeks discharge as administrator of St. Moore estate
Georgia Thomas County M A Fleetwood administrator upon the estate of St Moore deceased has filed a petition for discharge. This cites all interested persons to show cause against discharge at the regular January term of the Ordinary Court to be held on the first Monday in February 1902. W M Jones Ordinary.
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M.A Fleetwood
St. Moore
Said
Georgia
Thomas County
J. W. Sheffield
D. J. Sheffield
Court of Ordinary
W.M. Jones
Thomas
Thomas Chastain
Elizabeth Reagan
F. A. Carter
Jerry McArthy
Permanent administrator appointment for Silas Washirptor
M A Fleetwood has filed to be permanent administrator of Silas Washirptor's estate in the county. The court of ordinary will hear the application at the regular term on the first Monday in January 1902. Witness dated December 2 1901. Wim M Jones Ordinary.
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Georgia
Thomas County
M. A. Fleetwod
Silas Washirptor
Court of Ordinary
Wim, M. Jones
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S. C
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Lizzie Brown
Madison & Calhoun Streets
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Madison Street
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Thowayville
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Jnuary
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Cairo
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Broad St
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W. B. Roddenbery
Regina D. Smith
William Campbell
J. A. Merrill
Wm, Campbell
Administratrix Sale
Broad Street
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Wight Street
G Walker
J. E. Poulk
Maxie Ponulk
Admx
Poulk
W, M, Jones
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