Death Penalty Reports and Local Politics in Georgia
The issue notes Hick’s execution at Oglethorpe for the Macon murder, and mentions L. S. Woodruff resigning as warden of Dooley’s convict gang to take effect July 1. It also discusses lumber tariff politics involving Senators Clay and Bacon, contrasting their approaches and the impact on constituents.
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Teniah Hicke
Oglethorpe
Banka Lofley
Macon
Woodruff
Dooly
Clay
Valdosta Times
Brantley
Senator Clay
Bacon
Dublin Times
Georgia
A Nut for the Northerners to Crack
The Fort Valley Leader notes Perry Hudson Stewart county’s death and funeral with funds raised for a monument. He voted Democratic, trusted white neighbors, paid debts, and respected others, embodying racial virtues the paper credits over Northern education schemes.
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South
Fort Valley
Perry Hudson
Stewart County
Prediction Says Hoke Smith Won't Seek Governor's Office
The Thomasville Times Enterprise notes Hoke Smith will not run for governor next election, while the Savannah Press doubts any future gubernatorial bid. Both papers imply Smith may pursue a different path or public role when the time comes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoke Smith
Thomasville Times-Enterprise
Savannah Press
Tax Return Notice for Vienna City 1900
Book will open on July 1 and stay open until August 1 for receiving taxable property returns in Vienna Ga for 1900. J A Walden Clerk and Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vienna
J. A. Walden
Praise and Kindness Elevate Workers in Orison Marden’s View
An excerpt cites Joseph Jefferson on the goodwill of a warm greeting and contrasts harsh treatment with praise. It argues that misused authority harms young hopes, lowers effort, and erodes enthusiasm, urging leaders to use kind methods to motivate and inspire employees. The piece attributes ideas to Orison Swett Marden in Success Magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Jefferson
Orison Swett Marden
Success Magazine
Missouri temperance push vows renewed for 1910
Missouri temperance forces hail a near victory as brewers hold major strength in St. Louis Kansas City and St Joseph while urging another submission in 1910. Nebraska fights deepen sentiment with Lincoln dry and an Omaha convention expected to boost temperance action ahead of ballots.
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Missouri
America
Union
St. Louis
Anheuser- Busch
Aneas City
St. Joseph
House
Senate
Nebraska
Lincoln
Omaha
Pointed Paragraphs of Wit and Caution in Everyday Life
A collection of comical maxims on relationships, honesty, and human behavior. It notes how appearances mislead, how trust wavers with money, and how bravado fades when faced with truth. It contrasts prudence with vanity and highlights common flaws in men and women through short aphorisms.
Notice for Teachers General Examination in Vienna 1909
The next general examination for teaching licenses will be at the academy in Vienna on Friday and Saturday June 18 and 19 1909. Applicants must attend both days as only part of the questions will be given each day. Examinations start at 7 am. Questions cover Dutton s School Management and Dinsmore s Teaching of a Country School. Copies of these books are in the teacher s library. Sold by Southern School Book Depository Atlanta Ga and American Book Co Atlanta Ga. E G Greene C38 0 C
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Academy
Vienna
Dutton
Dinsmore
Southern School Book Depository
Atlanta Ga
American Book Co
Atlanta
Reflections of a Bachelor From New York Press
A collection of humorous maxims about gender roles and relationships. Witty quips touch on money, marriage, clothing, travel, and social expectations. The tone mirrors early 20th century advice columns with pointed observations on men and women.
A Song of the Tariff satirizes protectionism and prices
The poem spoofs tariff policy by referencing steel rail, nails, lumber, wheat, oil, and even cosmetics with a chorus praising high duties. It ends with a blurb for medicines and a glib sales line, illustrating period political caricature and consumer ad prose.
Camp Meeting Notice for Dooly County Campground
All trustees tent holders and pastors of the Dooly county campground are requested to meet at the camp grounds June 10, 1909 at 9 o clock A M. Business of importance please be prompt. E G Greene Sect
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dooly County
E. G. Greene
Papers Delivered in Vienna for Daily and Sunday Constitution
An advertising notice announces delivery of the Atlanta Daily and Sunday Constitution in Vienna. The offer lists rates of daily 12 cents per week and 14 cents for Sunday included, claiming the Constitution provides news earlier than afternoon papers and often 24 hours ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Daily and
Sunday Constitution
Vienna
The
Constitution
DuBicxow Adkixs
Excursion Rates to the Sea Shore by A B and A Railroad
Ten day excursion fares from Vienna to Cumberland Island and St Simons Island set at 7.25 with ten day sale window and limited to sale date. Season passes Vienna to Cumberland Island 1071 81, St Simons 9 71, sales begin May 28 and run daily to September 30. Branched connections at Brunswick link steamers to St Simons and Cumberland. Endorsed by W H Leahy G P A Atlanta and E M Smith Ticket Agent Vienna.
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Vienna
Cumberland Island
St. Simon's Talaud
Simon's Island
Brunswick
St. Simons
Cumberland
W. H. Leahy
Atlanta
E. M. Smith
Ticket Agt
Stolen Child Report Seeks leads in Charity Sunday incident
A missing toddler from Charity Sunday night is described as a small bay Hong male with gear on the right hip. Any information on his whereabouts is rewarded.
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M. Theresa Griffin
Fortunate
From
New York Press
Havng
John D
Mr. Aldrich
Payne
Tom J. Nicholl
E.C. Taylor
A. B.& A. Railroad
6Th Street
J.M. Woodward
Eeke
Foley
Dannie Nolvey
DE Hoy
Mitchel
By Express
Louis W. Prager
Horovitz
Birmingham
Atlantic
Senora
Manchester
Talladega
Roanoke
Oglether, Cordele " Fitzgerald
Brunewick Waycross
Douglas Fitzgerald
Thomasville Fitzgerald
Oglethegether
Waycross
Jacksonville
Savannah
Valdosta
Cordelo
S.A
Pullman
Thomasville
Leahy
Chas, Patton
Prasenger
Douglas Waycross
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