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About The Columbia sentinel. (Harlem, Ga.) 1882-1924 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 28, 1922)
4 ADVERTISEMENT. Fayette County Farmer Makes Serious Charges Against Blalock Makes Affidavit That Man Who Wants To Succeed J. J. Brown Appro* prlated One Hundred Bales o! His Cotton. One of the most sensationalrteatures of the ent campaign comes to light in Atlanta in the shape a sworn affidavit signed by J. U. Adams, a member of the board of County Commisrsioners of Fayette county, Georgia, a farmer of that county and a resident of Fayetteville, Ga., to the effect that the firm of S. T. cr.d A. O. Blalock, bankers and cotton dealers at Fay eiteville, have appropriated to their own use one hun dred bales of his cotton. Mr. S. T. Blalock Is dead, and the surviving part ner of the firm Mr. A. O.'Blalock, is executor of his estate. M.r. A. O. Blalock is a candidate for of Agriculture. The affidavit follows: STATE OF GEORGIA, County of Fulton. SS. Personally appeared .1. R. Adams, who and says that he is a farmer residing in Fayette ty, Fayetteville, Georgia, and that on the 1st day of November, 1920, desiring to borrow' some money One Hundred hales of cotton, he went to the bank of S. T. and A. O. Blalock of Fayetteville, Georgia, and horrowed the sum of Five Thousand Eight Hundred nnd Fifty Dollars ($5,850.00) and gave ids note there¬ for, and turned over as security warehouse receipts for one hundred bales of lint cotton stored in the Fayette Bonded Warehouse, Fayetteville, Georgia. Affiant further shows that on the following 1st day of April, 1921, at the request of the said S. T. and A. O. Blalock, he renewed said note by taking up his original and delivering another in lieu thereof in which was included another note dTie them and the interest on the original note, making In all, the sum of Six Thousand Four Hundred and Eighty-Four Dol¬ lars and Forty-three Cents ($6,484.43), which last note affiant paid off and discharged tn full on May 19, 1921, at which time affiant called for and demanded of (he said S. T. and A. O. Blalock the cotton hereinbe¬ fore set. out and described, and the said S. T. and A. O. Blalock refused to deliver the same stating to affiant that said cotton had been sold, and that same could not be delivered to affiant for this reason. Affiant depog.es and says that the said S. T. atul A. O.- Blalock sold said cotton on the 5th day of No¬ vember, *920. at and for the price of Twenty-four and fine-eighth Cents (.24 l-8c) per pound, or for the ag gregate sum of Twelve Thousand, Twenty-eight Dollars and Twenty-four Cents ($12,028.24), Affiant says that said sale of (tie cotton was made without the consent of himself, add without i>is knowl¬ edge, and was made by the said S. T. and A. O, Bla¬ lock without giving affiant any notice whatever of such sale, and that the said S. T. and A. 0, Blalock eon cealed from affiant the fact that they had sold said cotton until after he had renewed said note on April 1st, 1921, and never gave affiant notice of said sale of said cotton until about the loth day of May, 1921. Affiant further says that the sale of said cotton by the said S. T. and A. O. Blalock was a conversion of the same to their own use, and that the same was un lawful and wrongful, and against the Interests of affi¬ ant. Affiant further says that he lias paid the said S. T. & A. O. Blalock every cent that he owed them, nnd that they sold his one hundred bales of cotton in five days after he borrowed the money from them, and without his knowledge or consent, and yet they re¬ fused and now refuse to pay him for his one hundred NOTE: Mr. Blalock Is criticising the defensive cotton holding movement of the fall of 1920, when it was fust such acts as his above that helped to break the market. To the Voters of the 16th Senatorial District: With a clear conscience, with a heart void of of fense to any honorable man, the election for State Senator from this district lias been looked at by from every point of view, and the result has upon me no ill effect or ill feeiing, sorrow, or regret, but with joy, happiness and heartfelt thanks to frlendB who supported me in the District, and ialiy those of Emanuel county, who condemned by their ballot every eleventh hour political trick, nnd branded as unworthy of belief every attack made upon nfy hood, my character, ot/my honor and gave to me their endorsement. It was these men who protected from the darts of untruth, abuse, vilification and hatred that were hurled at me in an effort to defeat me for the Senate, but to also take away the result and faction that my life had been such that merits the ap proval of my fellow countrymen. I made no political issue in this race!. I tied onto no candidate, or set of candidates, nor did I solicit vote because of my conviction and opinion of any man. I made no statement about' my opponent in which he was questioned except to repel unjustifiable and un truthful attacks upon me. I did not make this race on any weakness my opponent might be burdened 1 did not make It upon my view of any candidate for the United States Senate or for Governor, though my views wore mine, and were fixed. They had no place or part in my race. 1 made ttie race upon a platform, the principal plank of which was nnd ever will be nnd dear to my heart, But, as 1 understand it, came into this race both men and measures, and pro¬ fessions of loyalty to both had effect upon the voters of the district, and my theme, the children of the state and district were apparently lost sight of. Therefore, I desire to now state what men V favored, as it can now he dona without using them to catch votes or to dece’ve the men who did not know roy past record. As for men, I voted for the Hon, Thomas E. Wat¬ son ior United States Senator, whom 1 have known from my youth and who, in spite of tho fact that 1 do not agree with him in all his positions, yet his known THE COLUMBIA SENTINEL, THOMSON, GEORGIA. hales of cotton, which they converted to their own «Be. Affiant further says that he has demanded ot the ; said S. T. A A. O. Blalock his money represented by 1 the sale of the said one hundred bales of cotton, and ’that the said S. T. & A. O. Blalock have refused, and still refuse to accede to his demand, and that suit Is now pending in the Fayette County Superior Court for recovery of the proceeds from the sale of said one hun¬ dred bales of cotton,—said suit having been filed on the 29th day of August, 1921. Affiant further says, for the benefit of those who may be interested, that he is a native of Fayette Coun ty, Georgia, born and raised on the farm, and that what I little property he has accumulated has been made by his own work and efforts, and that the people of his county have honored him by electing him one of the County Commissioners of his said county, and he refers anyone who may wish to know of his standing in , his community to any County Officer of Fayette County. J. R. ADAMS, j Affiant. j Subscribed and sworn to before me, tills 11th day ( of Juljr, 1 922. T. J. R. JOHNSON. Notary Public, Fulton County, Georgia. .....From Savannah Hawkeye, July 19, 1922. Tin* foregoing affidavit makes clear how Mr. A. O. Blalock^ candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture, treated one of llie best fanners in Fayette County. Mr. .1. It. Adams, substantial farmer and County Commis¬ sioner of Fnye'.te County needed some money. He went, on November 1st, 11)20, to Blalock’s bank in Fayette¬ ville, and put up as security bonded warehouse receipts os one hundred bales of cotton. The loan of Five Thou¬ sand, Eight Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($5,850.00) was obtained. Four days later A. O. Blalock sold Adams' cotton without his knowledge or consent, and received therefor Twelve Thousand, Twcnty-ciglit Dollars and Twenty-four Cents ($12,028.24). On Hie first day of the following April, Blalock caller] on Adams for a renewal of his note. Adams re¬ newed the note as requested. Later Adams discovered that lyis cotton was not tiicn stored in the bonded | C, * ttcn 'varei.os.se where he had put it. Mr. Adams j then demanded his cotton from Blalock as he had en i j trusted him with the cotton warehouse receipts. The I cotton was not forthcoming, Blalock claiming that Ad mils had given him verbal permission to sell the cotton when he chose. Mr. Adams then, on the advice of coun¬ sel, raised money from other sources and paid Blalock the full amount he had borrowed and renewed his de maud for ills cotton, whereupon Blalock offered to pa> him eleven and three-quarter cents (it 3-4c) per pound for his cotton, in face of the fact (hat Blalock had received for this cotton twenty-four and one-eighth cents (-tJ-t'C) per pound. Adams brought suit lu the Fayette Superior Court on the 29(h day of August, 1021, and, when the case was reached for trial, Mr. Blalock submitted a sick certificate and had the case postponed. And so, Mr. Blalock has had the use of this fanner’s one hundred lilies of cotton for now nearly two years, and the far¬ mer cannot, it seems, even get a trial. This is the conduct of the man who asks you to make him Commissioner of Agriculture. A man wlvo does business this way is not the man to take charge of (lie farmers’ department of (lie Stn'e Government. ADVERTISEMENT. COL. SAFFOLD TO THE PUBLIC. intellect, his known honor, nnd his known manhood ; has and will at all times command my confidence and respect. For Governor, my vote was cast for the Hon. Clifford Walker, r.ot only because ot my know ledge of him as lo his fitness and character, but because lie, to a 1 large extent endorsed what I said in reference to the Schools; from private conversations and from public utterances I knew that the children of Georgia, j whose interest 1 proposed to present to the Senate, would be endorsed by him, and that they could count on his assistance in the promotion of any measure that would give them better school advantages and facilities, I stated in every speech made in this campaign, that in private or public life I would press the school ques tion, and 1 will. 1 believe it to be the greatest ques tion. and its proper solution will be felt by everybody, and in every way, but especially will it be felt in i cohntry homes. i Again assuring all of the kindest feeling. Including who as honest men voted against me, 1 beg to remain, <■ only Saffold in the District. Respectfully, F. H. SAFFOLD. T above letter was published in the issue of j September 16, 1920, of the Swainaboro Forest Blade, j a newspaper published in Swalnsboro, Emanuel county, ; Georgia, a copy of said paper being on file in the office | of the Clerk, Ordinary and Sheriff of said county, open to the public. I reproduce this article because it is being shown to some to influence votes against me in my race for Judge. 1 desire the entire public to see all of this article. Of Senator Watson or Governor Hardwick I have never uttered an unkind word, but have always felt proud of both, though at times I have had my doubts as to the correctness of some of their views, Can those who are endoavoring to use the above article to my detriment Bay as much? My view as to the position of Judge may not be in accord with the, views of otheis, but I say, and it shall be my promise, if I am your choice for this position POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENTS FOR CONGRESS. To the Voters of the 9th District: I respectfully announce as a candidate for the Democratic nomination to the 48 th Congress, subject to the rules and regulations governing the Primary, September 13 th. I hope T may get the unanimous vote of the people and will appreciate any interest manifested in election. If my duties in behalf of the people will permit, 1 shall personally visit each county in the district. Sincerely yours, ' THOS. M. BELL,. FOR CONGRESS. To the Voters of the Seventh Congressional District: 1 hereby announce my candidacy as Representative from the Seventh Congressional District of Georgia in the 68the Congress, subject to the Democratic Primary September 13, 1922. As your Representative in Congress, I have devoted my best efforts to every individual and business interest in the district and state, and believe the experience 1 have had better qualifies me to render more efficient service In the future. I appreciate your endorsement of my record in the past, and promise continued faithful service if e'ec'ed. GORDON LEE. FOR SOLICITOR GENERAL. After 85 years experience as a practicing iawve, in this Circuit, I hereby announce myself a candidate for the nomination for Solicitor General of the Tallapoosa Circuit, and ask the support of the white voters of the Circuit in the primary to he held September 13th next, i call attention to my election to the office of Ordinary of Douglas County, which office I now hold, for three successive terms without opposition as an evidence of the opiulon of those who know me best ns to my fitness for the office. If elected I will endeavor to administer the law fearlessly and impartially. i Very respectfully. J. H. McLARTY. W' :• K V y & m fliSf 1 mm SSSfii?' i I I IF" • J J. J. BROWN FOR Commissioner Of Agriculture Democratic Primary, Sept. 13, 1322 If my administration meets with your ap¬ proval, your vote and Influence will be ap¬ preciated. FOR JUDGE OF SUPERIOR COURT, ALBANY CIRCUIT. To the White Voters of the Albany Circuit: As 1 am now serving as judge of the Superior Courts of the Albany Circuit, succeeding Hon. R. C. Bell, l desire election to this office by the people, subject to the action of the democratic white primary, to be held on September 13, 19 22. My only platform is my oath of office. Respectfully, CUSTER.' W. V. Vote for M. 1,. DUGGAN Candidate for State Superintendent of Schools Primary; September 13, 1922. Superintendent Hancock County Schools 18 years. State Supervisor of Schools 0 years. Rural School Agent, for Georgia 5 years. Candidacy based upon experience and knowledge of Georgia School conditions and needs and record of service. FOR STATE SENATOR 23rd DISTRICT. I have decided to enter the race for Senator of the 2 3rd district, subject to the approaching primary. If elected I pledge to all a fair and conscientious discharge of my duties as a Senator, with due regard for the best interest, and the wishes of the people. This August 15th, 1922. HOMER BLELAND. that a Judge sfiould not take a stand in ahy political campaign in favor of or against any man, or use His prestige or position as Judge to advance the cause of any man. My reason for this belief is that when peo¬ ple become thoroughly aroused upon a political issue, some advocating one' man and his policy, and another, that for the Judge to take sides with either gives rise, perhaps unjustly, or it may he justly, to the belief that he can not be Impartial in the adminis¬ tration of the affairs of his office, and a Judge should at all times stand above reproach or suspicion, for the entire people, if he should decide that it is his duty to enter discussions of men, he should resign his po¬ sition as Judge, that places him where he should stand impartial, and enter into State Politics, so that no man would be afraid to antagonize him or think that in so doing ,he might jeopardize such interest as he might have in the courts. A Judge should look to the inter¬ est of the litigants and taxpayers, by giving them a strict business administration of the affairs of his of¬ fice. TUc.t strict business administration I promise to i 1 : K your suffrage. i Respectfully, F. H. SAFFOLD. FOR CONGRESS. To the Voters of the Sixth Congressional District: . I hereby announce my candidary for the Democratic nomination for the 68th Congress, subject to the rules ot the Democratic Executive Committee of said District ; governing the primary election. I appreciate the support given me heretofore, and if again honored by you, as your representative I will endeavor to serve your interests in legislative as well as other matters. Thanking you in advance for your Interest in my behalI am. V Very respectfully, • J. W. WISE. FOR JUDGE OF SUPERIOR COURT. After 39 years experience as a practicing lawyer In th , g i , lrcult _ j hereby anno unce myself a candidate for ^ be nom j na tj on f or ^ le judgeship of the Superior Courts { tb(} Atlantic Circuit of Georgia, and ask the support Qf the whlte voterg of the circuit in the prima ry to be heM Septeln ber 13t.h next. . The caI]( jj(j a t e bes t qualified for this important of ^ both from the standpoint of character and legal ability, should receive the support of the people, I think I am well enough known to the people of this circuit for them to judge for themselves as to my quali¬ fication and fitness for the office. If elected, I will endeavor to administer the law fearlessly and impartially, and dispatch the business of the courts as rapidly as a due consideration of the rights of parties litigant will admit oh Adv. Respectfully, Reidsvllle, Ga. 'A. S. WAY. FOR CONGRESS. t* To the Voters of the Fifth 'Congressional District: in making my announcement to stand for re election, subject to the Democratic nomination on the 13th of September, I wish to thank my friends of this great District for tlie inspiration of your faith and the fellowship of your cooperation. Untrained in practical legislation when X came to Congress three years ago, and laboring under the in¬ evitable • handicap of having an overwhelming Repub¬ lican majority, it has been impossible to effectively inl tiate remedial legislation; but I have worked hard for my constituents and have tried to redeem my every platform pledge. I have especially enjoyed by fellow¬ ship with the Georgia delegation in Congress, working in delightful harmony with each other for the good of the State and the nation. v If you honor me again with your faith and your commission to represent yen, I can only promise to keep on doing my “live level best.” V ours-to-count-on, W. D. UPSHAW. FOB CONGRESS. To the White Voters of the First Congressional District: I hereby announce my candidacy for re-election to Congress, subject to the White Democratic primary in September. The twelve members of the House and our two Senators are working together heartily and harmonious¬ ly for the, very best-interest pf our State and Nation, and the experience I have gained as a member of the House enables me to render more efficient service to the people of ray district. I feel deeply grateful for'the honors you have al¬ ready bestowed upon me. and I shall highly appreciate a renewed expression of your confidence by electing me for another term. Respectfully ■ -V yours, J. W. OVERSTREET, .'I SAFFOLD ANNOUNCES FOR JUDGE. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Judge of the Superior Courts of the Middle Judicial • Circuit, subject to the approaching primary. F. H. SAFFOLD. FOR STATE SENATOR. I take this method of making my formal announce¬ ment candidate for State Senator from the 20th ' as a Senatorial district composed of Washington, Hancock and Baldwin counties, subject to the rules and regula¬ tions adopted by the Executive Committee. I will ap¬ preciate the support of the people in this election and if honored, with the nomination, 1 pledge to do my very best for you. 1 stand for lower taxes, free text books for the schools in Georgia and many other reforms. Pledging you faithful and efficient service if honored with your vote, I remain, Very truly yours, J. L. KELLEY. FOR CONGRESS. I respectfully announce my candidacy for Congress from the 6th district for the 68th Congress. I will appreciate the vote and support of all whi.e voters. J. J. FLYNT. FOR CONGRESS. To the Voters of the Ninth Congressional District of Georgia: I respectfully announce my candidacy for the 68th Congress subject to the Democratic Primary, Sept. 13, 1922, and will appreciate the vote of every man and woman in the 9th District. Respectfully yours,, JAMES H. CRAWFORD, Martin, Ga. FOR CONGRESS. To the Voters of the Eighth Congressional District: 1 hereby announce as a candidate from the Eighth Congressional District of Georgia for the 68th Congress subject to the rules of the Democratic Primary. 1 want to assure the people that ia my heart I deeply appreciate their loyal support in the past and trust that my candidacy will again 'meet with their approval. G. H. BRAND. FOR CHIEF JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT. Judge Dick Russell and his friends throughout Georgia announce his candidacy for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court in the white primary of September 13th, and ask the active 'assistance of the men and women of Georgia in his behalf. His judicial service thoroughly qualifies him. His service to all Georgia entitles hint to your consideration.
