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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1909
Page
4
A fragment mentions Vienna post office second class mail matter and charges under act of Congress with a note about obituaries and word charges. Limited readable items reference rates and services in a dated newspaper fragment.
Cordele discusses a stricter legal response as a local Peeping Tom case prompts calls for fewer and better laws. Mrs. Chas. H. Smith, widow of the late Bill Arp, dies at her Cartersville home, described as one of the state’s best women.
The Coffee County News endorses Governor Smith for the United States Senate as biennial legislative talks begin. Lawmakers face constitutional amendment hurdles for any bill, while local figures J. P. Heard and W. E. Beacham depart for the session. The paper comments on education funding, favoring straight borrowing to ease state debt over bonding for $600,000.
A rural route carrier in Statesboro reports replacing horse and buggy with an automobile cuts his daily route from eight hours to two and a half. The Dublin Times notes carriers are testing motorcycles as a cheaper alternative to autos, hinting at broader efficiency gains for Uncle Sam.
The Augusta Chronicle notes sparring quotes from Senator Fuller of Texas and Senator Bailey on Democratic principles. It suggests some Democratic congressmen defied party leaders to protect committee positions and personal gain rather than the party's majority goals.
A Washington Star quotation recalls a grim exchange in which a gloomy playwright predicts praise after death while a cold-blooded actor asks if creating a "baby office" is worth a bit of praise. The exchange frames ambition and posthumous fame in sharp, period voice.
Governor Smith sent his lengthy farewell message to the state legislature detailing recommendations on disfranchisement and registration laws, primaries, railroad regulation, prohibition, convict management, state farms, taxes, education, and other state duties. The piece urges careful reading and notes the message as a strong businesslike plan for future governance. The Senate and House organized Wednesday with Slaton as president of the Senate and Holder as Speaker of the House.
A Savannah News quote mocks a witness claiming Mrs Gould drinks less than the average society lady. The piece questions society husbands as equally culpable, notes diploma value, and comments on public ignorance. It cites the Dublin Times on residents unaware of current events and ends by suggesting Dr Osler’s remedy for such ignorance.
The News alerts readers that county officials reportedly set road tax at 2 1-2 mills, exceeding legal limits by 1-2 mill, and last year levied it above the limit. It notes a commutation tax rise from three to four dollars, possible push to five, and urges an adjustment per law to avoid confusion while funding road work.
Hon J S Davis newly elected Dougherty county representative told the Albany Herald before leaving for Atlanta that there is no intention to abridge the Railroad Commission's power. He favors reducing commissioners and maintenance costs to a more Democratic basis, aligning with retrenchment while preserving efficiency. The News backs his stance and expects no further changes by the current legislature.
A Cleveland Leader quip notes a father praising his son who has chosen to be a lineman for a wireless telegraph company. A Washington Post exchange features Mr Dustin Tax arguing that breaking laws is disliked by trusts, while Senator Sorghaum comments on tailoring laws.
The county commission election by the people was invalid due to a printing lapse after the last session. A new law is needed this summer and a public notice published eighty days before introduction so an election can be held this fall. The News supports electing by the people and urges immediate action by representatives.
A New York medical school graduation sermon extols using small time gaps to learn and grow. It argues that busy professionals gain more reading and thought between daily duties, turning minutes waiting for a spouse or commuting into productive, disciplined experiences that enrich life.
An 80s era note argues that a daily wasted hour harms progress for women and men, while a focused hour daily can yield college-equivalent learning. It credits the self made man with using spare moments to improve work and employer outcomes, noting business success hinges on mental engagement during idle times.
Pinehurst Georgia letter notes readiness to thresh grain with an 800 capacity outfit. Available on short notice for toll or money. Sign off with L L Allington and date 6 28 99. Includes a quoted literary fragment from Detroit Free Press.
Public notices of property levies and sales in Dooly County Georgia dated June and July 1909. Listings include sheriff auctions, tax executions, and administrator announcements with details on property, parties involved, and sale conditions. The notices reference Jordan B. Forehand, Daniel A. Hy deceased, and estate matters for creditors and heirs.
Notice to debtors and creditors of Benning M Benn deceased to present demands and settle accounts by law. Also notices of land sales in Dooly county Georgia including parcels 253 in third district, various properties in Vienna and the Pennahatches creek area, with dates in June and July 1909. Names include T H Gregory J A Graham and agents AGSETER and others. guardians present for minors Summerford heirs. Public auctions set for first Tuesday in July 1909 at courthouse with cash bids.
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