Waycross Praised for Rapid Growth by Aviation Official
Louis Berger, secretary of the American Aviation Company, lauds Waycross for rapid growth and activity. He notes extensive building, a fine hotel, and a handsome depot. Berger foresees flights here setting regional records during the upcoming aviation meet.
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Aviation CO. OF
New York
Waycross
Louis Berger
Themerican Aviation Company
Berger
Texas
Mississippi
Alze
BG Signs Put Out for Aviation Meet
Advertising committee in force places large banners for the Waycross aviation meet and census celebration. One of the biggest signs on Plant avenue near the First National Bank in Waycross. Similar signs to be seen in South Georgia towns with posters announcing flights of airships on March 19 and 11.
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Waucroga
Plant Avenue
First National Bank
South Georgia
Waycross
Navy Medical Director Retires on Aze Limit
Naval Medical Director Paul Fitzsimons is placed on the retired list after reaching the age limit for active service. In Pensacola, Army troops and sailors from battleships joined a parade celebrating the arrival of King Piscus I and his scout as Mardi Gras festivities began. In Waycross, crowds observed related events.
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Washington, D. C
Paul Fitzsimons
Navy Today
Pensacola
Fla
United States
Piscus I
Hi Scout
Ware County Sunday School Association Elects 1911 Officers
The Ware County Sunday School Association closed last night after a successful gathering. Delegates elected E. D. Carswell as President J. B. Quarterman as Vice President and R. F. Zeigler as Secretary and Treasurer. An executive committee was chosen and J. L. Graves named temperance superintendent for the district.
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Ware
E. D. Carswell
Pesident
J. B. Quarterman
Beach
R. F. Zeigler
J. P. Lidy Fairfax
W. 8. Booth
J. J. Chamberg Co
O. Bunn
W. J. Mullis
P. E. Wildes
Angus Blue
J. L. Graves
Fairfax
Weather Outlook for South Georgia Tonight and Tuesday
Cloudy and cold conditions dominate the region with a slight chill foreseen. Temperatures remain cool as a front approaches, with likely showers following the overcast skies tonight into Tuesday.
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South Georgeia
Robins Case Up For Trial In Bank Larceny Indictments
Special to The Herald New York February 27 Joseph G Robin promoter declared sane by judge and jury arraigned for trial in the criminal branch of the supreme court. He faces indictments charging larceny of funds from banks in which he was interested.
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Supreme Court
Fortification of Panama Canal Approved by House
After five hours of debate the House voted overwhelmingly to fortify the Panama Canal and appropriated 4,000.00 to begin work with total costs pegged near 1000000. The Senate sentiment is reported strongly in favor of inland water protection.
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House For Representatives
Panama Canal
House
Senate
Waycross City Charter Whiskey Case Questioned
In Mayor's Court Col J S Walker overruled a demurrer claiming the Waycross Charter unconstitutional. The defense argued two distinct subject matters in the charter and that Section 5 reenacting the whiskey ordinance is unrelated. The case proceeds with Eliza Ford as the city brings the action. The issue may go to the Supreme Court for final ruling.
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Col. J. 8. Walker
Waycross City
Col. Walker
Supreme Court
Walker
Modern Maccabees Social Gathering Honors Col. Thomas
The Knights of the Modern Maccabees hosted a pleasant Saturday night social for Grand Officer Col C C Thomas of Port Huron Michigan during a southern tour of tents. A large crowd including W of W members attended at Waycross hall. Thomas praised Waycross growth and noted he is a Republican suggesting Woodrow Wilson could frighten Republicans if nominated.
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Cabees
Col
C. C. Thomas
Port Huron
Mich
Thomas
W. of W
Col. Thomas
Waycross
Woottow Wilson
Murder threat in arson case shocks Valdosta
Walter Cribb of Waresboro faced a commitment trial in Valdosta on arson charges after burning a depot and post office. Witness C W Rigdon testified Cribb attempted to burn Murphy’s house and warned of killing Rigdon if he revealed the plan. Cribb’s bond was set at 1200 dollars but he failed to post and remained jailed.
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Valdosta
Walter Gibb
Waresboro
Powell
C. W. Rigdon
Cribb
Rigdon
Crbb
Missing Heiress Dororthy Arnold Spent Week in Danville
Danville Virginia reports Miss Dorothy Arnold the New York heiress, missing across the U S and Europe, spent nearly a week in the city and left suddenly last Wednesday per police. Berlin notes the German Emperor and Empress mark their thirtieth wedding anniversary with many congratulations and gifts as congregations filled churches.
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Danville
Miea
Dorothy Arnold
New York
United
Berlin
William
Victoria
Revival Attended as First Methodist Hosts Large Sunday Service
A large crowd packed the First Methodist church for the revival with hundreds pledging to live a better life. Minister Hob Jones and singer Mr. Makin led strong sessions with daily services at 10 am and 7 30 pm and a 3 30 pm children's gathering. Thirty four members applied for church membership during the meeting.
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First Methodist
Rey
Hob Jones
Makin
Mayors Court Delays Whiskey Sale Cases
In Mayors Court O P Maddox white Elizie Ford John Rouse and Randolph Sinclair colored faced whiskey selling charges. Maddox’s case continued to tomorrow at 9 o clock Eliza Ford was tried and dismissed The remaining cases were dropped due to evidence from Ford Ford and Rouse were arrested by Sheriff Pittman and committed to jail under county warrants on the same charges
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O. P. Maddox
Elizie Ford
John Rouse
Randolph Sinclair
Cox
Maddoxs
Eliza Ford
Ford
Sherif Pittman
Rouse
White Arrested Again at Father-in-Law's Warrant
Lone White of Savannah was rearrested at 10 o clock Sunday by Sheriff Pittman on a warrant from White's father-in-law W R Smith. He had been freed after a preliminary on kidnapping and desertion, with a second hearing underway before Judge W A McDonald.
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Ware County
Lone White
Savannsh
Pittman
W. R Smith
White
Dudge W. A. McDonald
J. 8
Walker
Lonnie
Oagain Topetley
Governor-elect Hoke Smith Enjoyed Brunswick Visit
It is reported and widely believed that Governor-elect Hoke Smith had a pleasant time during his Brunswick appearance yesterday. He toured local sites and greeted residents, drawing positive attention from supporters and onlookers alike.
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Hoke Smith
Brunswick
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