Governor Samford Dies as Jelks Succeeds in Alabama
A brief round of comments notes Governor Wm. J. Samford of Alabama is dead and Hon. W. D. Jelks, president of the senate, succeeds him. The Augusta Chronicle observes on democracy rivalries and political mood, citing sheriff Merritt’s stand against a mob, and comments on North Carolina’s foreign-born population, Georgia fertilizer taxes, and gendered reactions to lectures.
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Wm. J. Samford
Alabama
W. D. Jelks
The
Senate
Flagler’s Continental Hotel Opens on Atlantic Beach
Flagler plans a swift surge of popularity for his new summer hotel the Continental at Atlantic Beach twenty miles from Jacksonville. The elegant resort promises convenience and rapid appeal as coastal visitors arrive.
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Flagler
Atlantic Beach
Jacksonville
Sheriff Fires on Mob at Carroll County Jail Lynching Attempt
Sheriff Merrill and two men confronted a 500 strong mob aiming to seize a Black man from Carroll County jail. Warned of gunfire, the sheriff opened fire as the mob advanced, killing one man and wounding another in a clash described as a lucky outcome for the county.
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Merrill
Carroll County
Aluck
McKinley declines third presidential race
The text praises Mr. McKinley for declining to run again, arguing two terms should satisfy any man’s ambition and calling the president wise. Chauncey Depew is said to have wasted effort, noting wind with lawmakers is cheap.
Beef cattle offer profitable outlook for South Georgia farms
There is money in beef cattle at present prices and they can be raised and fattened here in Southwest Georgia as cheaply as anywhere. A full grown beast is worth more than a bale of cotton in today’s market, and production costs are surely lower. Every farmer in South Georgia should take note.
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Georgia
Albany Herald
South Georgia
South Georgia Politicking Clamors for One Governor
The Darien Gazette claims many qualified men could govern but stresses only one elected at a time. The Albany Herald agrees a united front in South Georgia is needed to avoid an outsider seizing the opportunity. The piece urges unity before it is too late.
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South Georgia
Darien Gazette
Albany Herald
John
Quoted Critique of Philippine Civil Government Plan
A historical exchange mocks a July 1 plan to install civil government in the Philippines. It imagines a Manila based supreme and local captains judging, calling the move a farcical pretense if the Filipinos lack a sense of humor.
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Philippines
Manila
Supreme Court Blocks Public Property Fund Pay to Teachers
The decision bars using the public property fund for teacher pay, defining that fund strictly for public debt interest. It rules the North Eastern railroad sale proceeds are part of the fund and credits accordingly, and affirms the treasurer may refuse warrants not authorized by law.
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Supreme Court
Georgia
Treasurer Park
Northeastern
Public Property Fund
No Third Term for McKinley Declared by President
President McKinley announces he will not seek or accept a third term. Cabinet discussions followed Senator Depews Chicago interview urging renomination. The note emphasizes serving through a second term and returning to private citizenship.
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McKinley
Depew
Chicago
William McKinley
Executive Mansion
Peaceful Invasion of the South by Trade
The south rises as a commercial battleground in a peaceful contest. The article notes how trade and commerce have grown, drawing merchants and travelers northward, with cities eager to capture southbound business and profits.
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Baltimore American
Fire loss comparison between Chicago and Jacksonville
The report compares Chicago and Jacksonville after major fires. Chicago burned 2,100 acres for 56 hours with 200 deaths and 98,500 homeless, while Jacksonville burned 540 acres for 7 hours with 73 deaths and 5,000 homeless. Insurance losses were 44 million Chicago and 5 million Jacksonville.
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Chicago
Jacksonville
Georgia town grants Hanna honorary colonel title
The G A R is late in giving Marcus Hanna the colonel title he earned as a winter resident of Georgia. Local officials in Thomasville say Hanna was made a full fledged colonel in the Georgia town.
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The
Atlanta Constitution
G. A.R
Marcus Alonzo Hanna
Georgia
Hanna
Thomasville
Direct monetary ties bind a tenth of adult male citizens
The text notes that when counting nearly one million pensioners soldiers sailors and civil service names, about one in ten adult males in the country has a direct pecuniary relation to the federal government.
Beardless students set to solve life’s big questions
The Augusta Chronicle asks what would we do without budding college minds. Each year beardless boys and maidens present essays on life’s great problems, offering their calm, reluctant take on world affairs.
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The
Augusta Chronicle
Courts Tufton notes on disfranchising clauses dampened
The Macon Telegraph cites late Supreme Court rulings as reducing the urgency among northern and western papers to press southern state constitutions disfranchisement clauses before the high court.
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Supreme Court
Macon Telegraph
Death of Brant Denmark Noted By State Friends
The death of Brant Denmark occurred in Savannah yesterday morning. He was regarded with sincere regret by his hosts of friends throughout the state. Denmark was esteemed as one of nature's noblemen.
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B. A
Denmark
Savannah
Brant Denmark
Census Bulletin Shows Growth Of Incorporated Places
The census reports 10 602 incorporated places with 35 849 516 residents in 1900 up from 7 478 and 26 097 828 in 1890. Incorporated towns hold 47 percent of national population, up from 41 percent in 1890, signaling a shift toward cities and towns and away from the countryside. The last line notes Cuba.
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Census Office
Quitman Postmaster Sam Griffin Dies
Multiple towns prepare to observe Independence Day as veteran Quitman postmaster Sam Griffin dies. Opinion columns urge Bryan to follow McKinley and decline a third term, amid political debate.
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Bryan
McKinley
Buckboard Shafter Retires From Army On The 30th
Buckboard Shafter retires from the army on the 30th. There is always something to be thankful for.
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Buckboard Shafter
Southern States Convene to Revise Constitutions
Virginia and Alabama hold conventions to rewrite their state constitutions. Delegates aim to modernize framework, address governance, and adjust provisions affecting elections and rights. Proceedings reflect postwar political realignment and regional concerns.
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Virginia
Alabama
Savannah authorities press plan to close policy shops
Call for action grows in Savannah as officials debate methods to wipe out policy shops. Proponents argue decisive measures will curb illegal gambling and protect residents. Opponents caution about enforcement risks and community impact.
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Savannah
Benedict Nation Announces Split With Carrie
Benedict Nation declares he and Carrie are no longer one, but two, ending their union. The pair move forward separately after the breakup.
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Benedict Nation
Carrie
Europe Trip Prompts Threat Against King Edward
Dr. Broughton plans to confront King Edward in London over a perceived slight in a short comedy. The threatened action, tied to the European visit, aims to pressure the monarch, who would reportedly feel remorse if harm occurs.
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Dr. Broughton
Europe
King Edward
London
Edward
Alabama Raises Governor Salary To Five Thousand
The note claims Alabama increased the governor salary from three to five thousand dollars and urges Georgia to follow suit, arguing the same action should have and should still be taken.
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Alabama
Georgia
Local readers vow to curb gossip with bold editorials
An exchange notes the public's alleged disbelief in ads yet reveals a man’s willingness to seek out the editor when caught in secrecy. The quip contrasts rumored private misdeeds with the fear of public exposure in a garret newsroom.
Cubans Accept Platt Amendment By Wide Vote
Havana June 12 The Cuban constitutional convention today accepted the Platt amendment by a vote of sixteen to zero. The resolution to accept was carried without discussion.
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Havana
Tell A
Supreme Court Rules In Favor of Park Funding Refusal
The court sustains the park decision and upholds the ruling that public funds may be refused to teachers. The ruling emphasizes ownership of public property and the legality of not funding certain claims.
Supreme Court sustains parker against using public property for teachers
In Atlanta on June 12 the supreme court fully sustains State Treasurer Park in refusing to use public property funded to pay the school teachers.
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Atlanta
Supreme Court
Park Ina
Salem Baptist Church Union Meeting Program
Salem Baptist church in Thomas county hosts a union meeting starting Friday before the fifth Sunday in June. The schedule lists sermons and discussions led by J M Kushin W L Walker D H Parker T A White J G McCall A M Bennet I A White W F Wagner S Goulden H Howell H Howell R O Martin S H Clark L A Cooper with topics on salvation missions discipline and church life.
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Union
Salem Baptist Church
Thomas County
D. H. Parker
T. A. White
J. G. McCall
A. M. Bénnet
Missionary Baptist
W. L. Walker
A. M. Bennet
I. A. White
W. F. Wagner
Dr. S . Goulden
H. Howell
Christ
R. O. Mar
Churches of the Mercer Baptist Association
J. H. Yappan
S. H. Clark
L. A. Cooper
L A. Cooper
Georgia crop report shows poor conditions in June
The weekly agricultural bulletin notes widespread crop damage in Georgia from excessive rains. Cotton remains poor with a gloomy outlook. peaches rot and shed in many areas. wheat and oats are good by comparison, with harvests below average overall.
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Agricultural Department
Georgia
Georgia Syrup At the State Fair Pushes Industry
The Morning News urges Georgia syrup producers to showcase cane, syrup, and sugar at the state fair. Fifteen counties tributary to Savannah grow quality cane and could exhibit samples and a small grinding plant to educate visitors and boost the syrup industry. County growers from Thomas and others should strive for representation despite fair dates.
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Georgia
Savannah
Thomas
South Georgia
Picnic of Knights of Pythias in Thomasville Parks
The Knights of Pythias held a picnic in Piney Woods park Thomasville Georgia praising the town’s beauty cleanliness and shade. The park features towering pines rustic seats electric lights a brass band and a long table laden with abundant food.
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Piney Woods Park
Trustees Hopeful to Reopen Young Female College
Dr T M McIntosh a trustee says the Young Female College trustees hope to reopen the college in the future. The high school department may move into the old campus this fall, but the trustees have only agreed to occupy the buildings for one year, with possible extension.
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T. M. McIntosh
Young Female College
High Scho
Public Schools
Melon Crop Expected Light This Season Across Division
Crop prospects show melons two to three weeks late and far below average. Supt. Kirkland reports acreage up slightly but yields 50 percent down due to unfavorable seasons. Melon shipping likely late this month or early next. cantaloupes faring better with a fair yield anticipated.
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Kirkland
Pay the Teachers and State's Pledge to Prompt Salaries
The state owns its duty to ensure teachers are paid at the earliest day. The office is indebted to John Griffin, a progressive farmer, for a basket of splendid peaches from his county farm. The fruit was ripe and flavorful.
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Hself
John Griffin
New Adt from Boston merchant B M Comfort
Attention is directed to the new adt of Mr. B M Comfort the live merchant of Boston. Everybody will be interested in what he has to say. We are indebted to Prof J S Searcy of Meigs for a basket of delicious peaches grown near that town. Meigs leads in fine peaches grapes and other products. She is at the front.
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B M. Comfort
Boston
Prof. J. S. Searcy
Meige
Meigs
Lockhart-Wardlaw Wedding a Brilliant Event
A large crowd saw the Lockhart Wardlaw wedding held Wednesday evening at the Methodist church. Rev J P Wardlaw officiated in a graceful ceremony with a garden of flowers and a formal arch. The bridal party entered to a Lohengrin rendition as Miss Olivia Pittman led the wedding march and guests later attended a reception at the bride’s home with many gifts.
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Lockhart Wardlaw
Winsowe
Thomasville
J P. Wardlaw
Bessie Muaie Wardlaw
Chomasville
Malcolm W. Lockhart
Augusta
Messrs
Bailer
Bothwell
Misses Robinson
Chisholm
Wardlaw
Lee
Vetber
Mary Lockhart
Misses Ross
Mitchell
Thaze
Yyoung
Miss Roberts
Foft
Messrs. Wardlaw
J. C. Wardlaw
Lohevyrisu
Julia Robison
Annie Montgomery
Julia Davenport
Charley Pittman
Fannie Evans
Nellie Pringle
Pierce Hurley
Joe Robison
Will Ball
T. J. Ball
Miss Lockhart
Mr. Bothwell
Miss Ross
Hayes
Pringle
Bothwell Lockhart
Miss Robinson
Buntler
Mies Mitchell
W. Wardlaw
Bush and Robinson
Robinson
Ross
F.T. Lockhart
George Butler
Clinton Lee
Jas. Bothwell, Jr
W. Cc. Wardlaw
Waynesboro
J. P. Wardlaw
Dublin
Helen Roberts
Annie Ross
Macon
Gussie Robinson
Montezuma
Young Augusta Pair to Tour North After Wedding
The bride, daughter of Rev J P Wardlaw, admired for voice and charity, graduated from Wesleyan Female College with music medals. She weds Malcom W Lockhart Augusta merchant. They depart at 3 am for a north tour including Pan American expo Niagara Falls and Washington City. After June 25 they reside with Mr and Mrs J C Lee The Hill Augusta Ga.
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J. P. Wardlaw
Thomasville
Malcom W. Lockhart
Augusta
Bureday
Niagara Falls
Washington City
New York
Angueta, Ga
Singletary Senco Honor Roll Report for May 1901
The report tracks student rankings for five months led by Josie Singletary with the highest general average of 97. Gladys Lindsey and Manor Singletary also posted top terms while Eva Cardin and Essie Lindsey appeared on the honor roll multiple times. Josie Singletary received a gold medal for general excellence on June 7, 1901.
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Mayor Singletary
Jusie Singletary
Gladys Lindsey
Dumber
Eva Cardin
Josie Singletary
Manor Singletary
Frank Marris
Ruby Singletary
Fanny Singletary
Exsie Lindsey
Fleta McMillan
Hesie Lindsey
Frank Harris
Fannie Singletary
Flora McMillan
Essie Lindsey
Josie
Gladys
Manor
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Sam Griffin
Quitman
J. M. Kushin
Tin
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A. C. Stevenson
Likes
Thomasv
Johnson
Pitts
Arlington
Tex
J. W. Peacock
J. W.peacock
Tohnson
Singletary Senco
E. Leon Neel
Wother
Alon
Lamberton
Ark
Bradfield Regulator CO
DeWitt
I. W. Peacock
Bright's
Bright
Smith
R. Thenas, Jr
D&w
J. W. Praeuck
Tenn
R.thomas
Piles de Witt
R. Thomas, Jr
DeWtt
J. H. Wright
Clarksdale
Miss
James Brown
Portsmouth
Cincinnati
Nashville
John HE. Dedman
Norris Silver
North Stratford
J. W Peacock
Lula J. McQueen
D.B. McQueen
Thom - Tas Uo
D. B. McQueen
Thomasvillle Times-Enterprise
A. W. Fite
Superior Court
J. W. Groover
Chas. H. Stockwel
Maude Stockwell
Thom. , A Co
Thomasville Times-Enterprise
W. Fite
J.S.C C.c
J. W. Grouver
T. N. Hopkins
F. A. Seward
Said
Court of Ordinary
W. M. Jones
Thomas H. Hesters
R. D. Jenks
Said County
M. A. Fleetwood
Amy Royal
L.B.F. Johnson
Owen Glenn
Gaid
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