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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1925
Page
2
Washington officials ask the District of Columbia Supreme Court to dismiss Lorena H. Wittner’s suit alleging Bible disrespect by school authorities. A Friday hearing on the motion is proposed, likely delaying Wittner’s original complaint.
Senator J C Collier launches a push to block an income tax in Georgia proposing a 0.5 percent sales tax on real estate goods wares and other values. The move follows Senate debate and a Woodrow Wilson Week setup in September to promote the Woodrow Wilson College at Valdosta.
A flood of visitors from Atlanta Valdosta Savannah Lakeland and Perry stay and tour the city. Executives and residents travel to Miami New York and Jacksonville for business and recreation. Local firms promote services and a taxi service advertises rides.
William Jennings Bryan died suddenly in Washington D C at a time when his name remained prominent in political circles. The Nebraskan's death leaves Democratic leaders puzzled about future strategy and continuity of his influential role in party debates and morality issues.
Property investment in the proposed Nickel Plate merger will total 1,132,448,000 dollars. George E. Burpee, engineering witness, testified today before the Interstate Commerce Commission. Agen.
Wenatchee Washington July 27 the world s largest Epsom salt deposit is being mined from an ancient northern central mountain lake bed. A 12 foot mud cover tests 65 percent Epsom salts above a layer of 18 to 28 feet producing 95 percent pure crystals. Development recently started tunnels cut through the crystal, dynamite loosens it, shipped ten miles to Orville for refining. The salts serve as a base for 100 plus chemicals and find uses from face powder to brake linings.
The Georgia Senate and House unanimously adopted a resolution of respect for William Jennings Bryan and sympathy for his family after convening. President Coolidge learned of Bryan's death and was expected to pay tribute, reflecting their long friendship with Bryan and Mrs. Bryan.
The article records thousands paying respect to Bryan and millions mourning, with praise from Dawes and John W. Davis. Quotes celebrate his devotion to principle and right action despite potential missteps, noting his steadfast ideals and public example.
Clarence Darrow Chicago attorney and Scopes defense figure says he is pained by the death of William Jennings Bryan. He recalls Bryan as a man of strong conviction and sincere devotion, noting friendship since 1896 and support on two presidential campaigns. A. T. Stewart in Winchester calls Bryan one of the world’s foremost citizens.
Announcement recalls Col Bryan as a great man and foremost citizen. He devoted years to the cause of fundamentalism and believed its strength would grow from his lifelong engagement. The nation grieves a staunch American leader and devoted public servant.
A Valdosta party traveling in a car en route to White Springs were killed and injured when the vehicle vaulting off a straight road tore the top off and threw the occupants. The deceased is presumed to be Mr. Guerry, former Tampa Tribune editor and St. Augustine Palatka real estate figure. Survivors include Mr. Ashley and Miss Converse with critical injuries. Funeral plans set for Palatka with burial Monday.
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