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Newspaper
Vienna News
Location
Vienna, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1915
Page
1
Governor Harris outlines reforms calling for compulsory education and strict law enforcement across Georgia. He discusses wartime economic strains, tax issues, equalization tax act, budget collaboration, and suggests boosting pensions for Confederate veterans while stressing cautious appropriations and interhouse budget planning.
A compact history of Vienna Georgia tracing its origins from the early Dooly County era, the 1831 Brownville period, and the 1854 incorporation. It notes key figures, early hotels, churches, a devastating 1847 fire, early businesses, mail routes, the first newspaper, utilities, and the arrival of the Georgia Southern and Florida line in 1888, highlighting pivotal locals and milestones.
Atlanta June 25 The new Georgia governor Harrie emphasizes education reform in his inaugural address pledging compulsory schooling and a modernized system. Observers expect swift changes to Georgia’s common schools and state finances as the Harris administration begins.
Bank of Vienna sends monthly letters to friends and customers with banking notes and articles. June issue includes practical instructions for bog raising and a note that wheat and oats will be covered in the July letter. On the back of envelopes is an invitation to the Dooly County Fair.
In 1894 and under J B Whitehead the Gret whoo board led school efforts. An 1882 wooden building by John Brantley expanded until crowded. A new brick building arose in 1914, praised as the county’s finest. Vienna women formed the Civic Improvement Club to create a cleaner, more cultured town. Anne E Whitehead, June 26, 1916.
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