Farmers March on Kansas City The Political Sideshow
The column notes Governor McMullen proposes a march of farmers to Kansas City to protest farm relief vetoes. It argues the show is unnecessary, predicts impact limited by political aims, and suggests relief is needed but not to extreme levels. It compares Republican efforts to the Haugen McNary proposal and warns of political maneuvering affecting Hoover’s stance.
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McMullen
Nebraska
Kansas
Kansas City
Capitol
Congress
Hoover
Bootlegging Prospects Stir Houston Deliberations
Report discusses liquor scarcity in Houston with vendors hoping for renewed trade and high profits amid a looming political shift. Inquiries suggest large stockpiles were prepared but unavailable, while logs warn that bad actors may push adulterated liquor to favor Democrats.
Georgia Road Program Faces Court Hurdles and Delays
The piece argues Georgia lags Florida in road building, citing court injunctions over a through route from Atlanta to the Florida line and calling for county cooperation to grade and pave the Georgia end. It notes Florida’s timely action, weather issues inland, and hints at political angles around dry party tensions and liquor policy. It also touches on local quirks from sugar and society to election headlines.
Thomas County Candidates Seek Sheriff and Ordinary Seats
A series of candidate notices from Thomas County voters announce runs for Sheriff and Ordinary. Names include Wm M Jones, Robert Burch, Gordon E Davis, Charles H Mason, Pliney R Braswell, and G G Hancock, all seeking Democratic Primary support on July 18 1928 with pledges of fair service and prior records.
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Thomas County
Wm. M. Jones
Robert 8. Burch
Radio Program Schedule Highlights June 11 1930s
Eastern time broadcast grid lists programs on WEAF WJZ WGY etc with notes on A. P. Gypsies General Motors Party Riverside Program and Time to Retire Boys across cities including New York Pittsburgh Atlanta and Chicago plus several station frequencies and PM time slots.
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Business Organization of the Government
Coolidge
W4iz
WBZ
WEAL
WHAM
KDKA
KYW
WRC
WHAS
WSM
A. & P. Gypsies
London
WEAF
WEEFS
WTIC
WIAR
WCSH
WLIT
WGY
WCAE
WGN
WTAM
WWI
WSAI
WOR
WCAU
WNAC
WEAN
WFBL
WMAK
WCAO
WJAS
WADC
WAIU
WEERC
WGHP
General Motors Party
Music of India
WBEAF
WEEI
WJAR
WTAG
WGR
WWJ
WMC
WSB
WBT
WJAX
Simmon
WCAC
WKRC
WIJAR
Associated Press
New York
Bill and
Jane
Gennral Motors
WJZ
Frank Cole
Smalle and Robertson
Business Organization of Government
Riverside
Wayside Inn
Myg-Wpg
Atlantic City
Land’s Sake
WGBS
Soriano
WHN
WNYC
Park Trio
Pittsburgh
Little Symphony
Gov't Business Organization
WGY Schenectady
G. E
General Motors
Cabin Door
Southern
475
Atlanta
Foundation
Jacksonville
Memphis
Nashville
Central
Chicago
Cincinnati
Safety Club
Melody Maids
Cleveland
Orchestra
Gypsies
Thomas County Tax Receiver candidates in White Primary
A set of 1928 notices from Thomas County voters announcing candidacies for Tax Receiver in the Democratic white primary on July 18. Included are Arthur T. Chastain Boyd Hancock Guerry B. Isler Owen A. Thomas and Wm. Z Brantley. Also re election bid from Fred Norton and J F Parkder seeks clerical role.
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Thomas County
Arthur T. Chastain
Free taxi service announced for Hobart city travel
The Tasmanian government railways offer complimentary taxi rides from Hobart railway station to any address within the city boundary. Luggage up to 112 pounds is carried free. Passengers are urged to use the service and taxi tickets are distributed before the train arrives in Hobart.
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Melbourne
Tasmanian Government Railways
Hobart
Candidates announce for Thomasville Solicitor post in 1928 primary
Beapaetrayys Ww. Alexander and B. B. Earle announce their candidacy for the Office of Solicitor of the City Court of Thomasville in Thomas County Georgia. They seek Democratic primary support and pledge faithful and impartial service if elected.
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Thomasville
Thomas County
Alexander
Ochlocknee
Thmas County
J Frank Pittman Seeks County Commissioner Seat
Statement from J Frank Pittman announcing candidacy to represent the Thomasville District as county commissioner He pledges to serve Thomas County, promote growth and conserve resources and asks for the suffrage of county voters.
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Thomasville
Thomas County
J. Frank Pittman
Theodore Titus Announces Senate Candidacy in Georgia
Theodore Titus declares his candidacy to represent Thomas Brooks and Grady counties in the Georgia Senate. He states no platform beyond serving the best interests of the people and asks for counsel and support.
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Thomas
Thomas, Brooks and
Grady
Senate of
Georgia
Theodore Titus
Hay announces candidacy for City Court Solicitor
D Roy Hay announces candidature for the office of Solicitor for the City Court of Thomasville under the Democratic Primary. He asks for votes and influence and pledges to discharge duties faithfully, impartially, and to the best of his ability if elected.
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City Court of
Thomasville
Thomas County
Carennk
D. Roy Hay
Lacy Seeks Solicitor Post in Thomasville Primary
A candidate in the Thomasville Democratic primary on July 18 pledges to discharge duties to the best of his ability if elected and asks for votes and influence. He signs as M. Lacy.
Hicks Declares Candidacy for County Commissioner
F Hicks announces candidacy for County Commissioner from the Metcalfe Boston District. He appeals for votes from district and county residents and pledges faithful service and to uphold county interests if elected.
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Metcalfe-Boston
F. Hicks
Hardy Seeks Barwick Pavo Ways District Seat
Lawson W Hardy announces his candidacy for County Commissioner in the Barwick Pavo Ways District for the July 18 primary. As Bank of Barwick cashier he cites eighteen years in the county and asks voters to judge his business and civic record.
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Barwick-Pavo-Ways
Thomas County
Bank of
Bank of Barwick
Local notices announce multiple county race filings
Citizens learn several candidates declare for County Commissioner seats in Boston Metcalfe Ochlocknee districts. W B Watkins Jr and F L Bradshaw seek Metcalfe Boston district. W T Mardre and Singletary announce for Ochlocknee district. statements emphasize economy, service, and adherence to party primaries.
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Friends
W. B. Watkins, Jr
Metcalfe
Boston
Davis Seeks Re-Election to Georgia House
Representative Thos Davis announces candidacy to succeed himself in the Georgia House. He presents his record as his advertisement and pledges to discuss it with voters, thanking supporters for past confidence and hoping for continued backing.
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Thomas County
Georgia
Thos. Davis
Thomas County Candidates Seek Democratic Primary Support
A set of notices from local figures announces campaigns for Thomas County offices. J Garrison announces for the legislature and praises county education service. J D Cooper seeks re election as coroner. W B Cochran requests vote and support for representative. All notes indicate action in the upcoming Democratic primary.
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Thomas County
W. B. Cochran
County School Superintendent Seeks Democratic Primary Support
After 25 years of service in county schools including supervision and teaching, W. S. Nichols asks for investigation of his record and support in the Democratic Primary on July 18. He pledges to promote progress and success in the county's schools.
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Nichols
Barwick Patten and Pavo District Candidacy Filed
B C Johnson announces candidacy for County Commissioner in Barwick Patten and Pavo District. He seeks the Democratic primary on July 18 and pledges to perform all duties without fear or favor if re-elected.
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Barwick, Patten and Pavo
Thomas County
B. C. Johnson
Candidate for Senator from Seventh District announces candidacy
William E. Platt announces his bid for the Georgia State Senate from the Seventh Senatorial District comprising Thomas Brooks and Grady counties. He previously served one term in the lower house and seeks district support for the September primary.
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Thomas County
Thomas
Brooks
Grady
Georgia State Senate
EL Platt
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Thames County
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G G. Hancock
BOYD
Hancock
Guerry B. Isler
Sincerely, Owen A. Thomas
Z Brantley
Fred 8S
Norton
J. F. Parkdr
Coolidge, Ga
Superior Court
F. Singletary
B. B. Earle
M, Lacy
Boston-Metcalfe
Yours, Lawson W. Hardy
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Boston- Metcalfe
W. T. Mardre
Boston- Ton-Metcalfe
Offflocknee
Remar Singletary
County Board of Education
C. H. Rice
J. Gorham Garrison
J. D., Cooper
Traub
McAfee Jewelry Co
North Broad St
Mill Pond
Sunny Hill
Jersey
Grantham’s
Thomas Oe
Gideabicne
Thomas Country
James, Friddell
Gulf of Mexico
Lanark Pier
In the Gulf Lanark, Florida
A. B. & C. Railroad
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