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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
1
The Atlanta Journal predicts Hoke Smith as current and next Georgia governor winning 122 counties by margins of 30 000 to 40 000 votes. The forecast relies on county replies, claiming accuracy two years running and urging readers to mark the prediction.
The Georgia voters are urged to choose between incumbency and railroad backed interests on June 4. The piece lauds Hoke Smith for keeping campaign promises, expanding the public school fund, pensioning veterans, reforming taxation on the Atlanta Street Railway, and enforcing state duties while criticizing rival influences and railroad commission issues.
A political endorsement argues for Hoke Smith, praising his handling of state expenses and railroads, while criticizing Little Joe Brown. It cites economic opinions, anti-saloon league support, and public sentiment favoring Smith, urging voters to back the incumbent.
The Third Congressional district rural carriers convention gathered in Vienna on Saturday with most county carriers in attendance. The event featured local carrier entertainment and was described as highly enjoyable by those present.
The next examination for teaching in public schools will be held at the academy in Vienna on Friday and Saturday June 19 and 20 1908. Examinations start promptly at 7 a.m. Applicants must attend both days as only part of the questions will be given each day.
A political appeal targets Governor candidate Hoke Smith, arguing he has disrupted peace and prosperity. It blames Smith for higher taxes, shifting funds, reduced appropriations, and centralized power while urging voters to elect the opposing candidate.
W A Dodson of Americas, campaign manager for E B Lewis and Dudley Hughes, reports stolen letters in their race. Hughes cached the letters and used them in a Hawkinsville speech after refusing to reveal sources. Circulars from Dodson and Lewis allege the theft, while voters in Dooly express waning support for Hughes amid the controversy.
Mise Thompson hosted an Epworth League social for young people in Byromville. The highlights were a Progressive Anagrams contest won by Jack Roberts and Annie Whitehead. Cream and cake followed, with guests praising the entertaining evening.
A partisan appeal attacks Hore Smith and endorses Joe Brown, urging readers to consider social tensions, alleged propaganda, and a pledge to restore peace and prosperity. The letter frames Brown as the antidote to division and pressures readers to vote Brown at the polls.
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