Governor Claude Estes Praises Governor Smith at Macon Address
Hon. Claude Estes of Macon delivered a lengthy noon address at Dooly superior court in support of Governor Hoke Smith for re election. He praised Smith, defended the administration, and argued for continued Georgia leadership amid a cheering crowd and practical campaign discussion.
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Claude Estes
Macon
Dooly Superior Court
Overnor Hoke Smith
Col. Estes
P. G. McDonald
Col
Ba’tes
Lawland
Ese
Nien
Smith
Mr. Smith
Georgia
Railroad Commission
Jordan Magsee
Ontside
Democrats of
Brown
State Trials Highlight Dooly Court Session
Dooly Superior Court opened with Judge presiding and Col. M P Hall serving as solicitor pro tem due to illness. The docket included a guilty verdict for Will Snell on assault with intent to murder and a guilty finding for Brady C Pray on murder with mercy recommended, plus P A Mayo convicted of carrying concealed weapons.
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M. P. ‘Hall
George
Dooly
W. F. George
Col. M.P. Hall
Col. Hall
Will Snell
Brady
P. A. Mayo
Npi
Paarl
Southern Baptist Will Meet May 14 in Hot Springs
Hot Springs Ark May 10 On Thursday May 14 the Southern Baptist Convention and allied boards will convene for a four day session Preparations aim to host many delegates and visitors The opening sermon will be preached by Rev Henry W Battle D D of North Carolina Main focus will be reports from the Sunday School Board Home Mission Board and Foreign Missions Board Joshua Levering of Baltimore is expected to preside over deliberations
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Hot Springs
Ark
Southern Baptist Convention
Henry W. Battle
D. D
North Carolina
Sunday School Board
Home Mission Board
Board of Foreign Missions
Joshua Levering
Baltimore
Georgia Peaches On The Market In Bainbridge
Bainbridge Georgia May 11 the first peaches of the season arrived from Belcher brothers farm two miles out of town. They were fully ripe and of fine quality. Belcher brothers have led local shipments for years and plan to begin shipping to Northern markets in a few days.
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Bainbridge
Belcher Brothers
Smith Support Grows Across County Amid Plea for Re-Election
The article notes strong praise for Governor Smiths re election bid and reports hopeful gains across the county. Friends of Smith bring in encouraging reports from various sections showing increasing support.
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Smith
Fair Methods Used by Them in Georgia 1908
A reader defends fair campaigning in Byromville Georgia addressing misread accusations printed by another. The letter criticizes Joe Brown’s gubernatorial bid, disputes names and affiliations, and argues panic and prosperity cycles are not controlled by a single candidate. The writer urges voters to act conscientiously and resist manipulation by political factions.
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Byromville
Eorror
Nix Popinis
Burouiville Istriot
Nathes
Smitt
Meltoff
W. C. Moulton
Turlington
Moultons
Ating
Toraort
Tag
Joe Brown
Georgia
Smith
United States of America
Brother
Gov Hoke Smith
Roosevelt
Mir Brown
Brother Nuxle
Hoke Smith
Nuxle Populi
Vox
County School Census Count Shows Racial Breakdown
The county census of children aged 16 to 18 shows 8 510 colored youths with 1 791 males and 1 719 females, and whites totaling 55 such children over 10 who cannot write but can read, including 20 in one district. The report notes no white child of school age and three color lines.
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Ecbeytise
Pinehurst
Billy
Pinehurst School Building Burned
A Pinehurst correspondent reports the Pinehurst public school was completely destroyed by fire between eight and four this morning. Origin unknown but suspected incendiary. The music room near the main building was saved. Loss estimated 2000 to 2500 dollars with 1500 dollars insurance. Building will be rebuilt at once.
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Pinehurst
Notice of Meat Market Purchase and Service Update
E. C. Taylor announces purchase of Hegidio's Brothers market and will continue to offer fresh meat with prompt service. Phone contact 76-8 for orders and inquiries.
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Hegidio’ Bros. Market
E. C. Taylor
Uncertain Note Among Indoors and Roses
Fragmentary text refers to a veiled greeting and a personal sign off. Phrases mention “Come out from under the rose,” “the Joe,” and “Tam” with best wishes and regrets that some people are being deluded. Not enough context for a clear event.
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Vox
Joe
Tam
Debates Over Governor Brown and Smith in Georgia
A partisan column attacks Governor Smith and his administration, arguing Brown’s supporters face attacks and criticizing capital power, railroads, and a proposed gross income tax. It cites a Georgia newspaper excerpt about financial strain, river funding, and alleged political maneuvering affecting farmers and industry.
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Batthre
Vox Popull
Joe Brown
Dooly County
Brown
Guyran
Constitution
Smith
Georgia
New York
Mney
Mr. 8m
Alexander's Hope for State Road Extension
A letter from Hog, an east-developer of DeKalb County, argues Georgia politics center on extending the Western & Atlantic Railroad. He claims Louisville & Nashville aims to isolate and devalue the line, or lease it on their terms, while urging Georgia to build its own extension to avoid rail control. The piece reflects fears of railroad consolidation and calls for truth in the public debate.
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DeKalb Co
W. W. Lamain
Waycross
Georgia
Traitrona
Western & Atlan Railroad
Louisville & Naville
Charles
Edward
Russeell
United States
Rudgell i
United ‘States
Louisville & Nashville
Missionary Rally at St Paul Church Invites All
A notice invites the public to a rally at St Paul church on May 16 with a dinner on the ground. The unsigned submission to The News indicates everyone is welcome to attend.
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St Paul Church
Mysterious Message Critique of Hoke Smith Campaign
A fragmented political speech excerpt reflects concern over Hoke Smith's influence. A speaker remarks on uncertainty yet implies a strong stance and readiness to offer a candid assessment to Little Joe, highlighting campaign tensions and dissent.
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Little Joe
Hoke Smith
Vox Porunt
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