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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1917
Page
1
Dispatches report Bolshevik leaders vow to extend propaganda to all belligerent countries. Petrograd delegates will convene in Russia amid talks of a January meeting. British and French officials say there is nothing new to report on the war outlook.
The excerpt discusses tax law in effect, focusing on dependents, income thresholds, and penalties for failing to file. It notes that individuals with annual income over a set amount and married men with income above $2,000 face exemptions and possible additional assessments, with specifics about dependents under eighteen.
In Ga December 26 a traveler questioned a policeman about where to buy liquor at the Terminal station. The inquiry led to a heated exchange between the traveler and Oak Carter and ended with two patrolmen separating the quarrel. Carter and another man were involved as onlookers tried to calm the scene.
Cotton showed steady selling in Americas today as the market touched thirty cents. Brokers and traders expect further gains, with many believing higher prices may be reached as the advance continues.
Washington DC December 26 The new draft machinery was invoked for the first time when Provost Marshal General Crowder made public today instruction sent to all governors providing for the mobilization of one thousand bricklayers needed by General Pershing's forces at once Local Boards will examine questionnaires returned and report the number of bricklayers of draft age available General Crowder's letter indicates similar calls for other skilled occupations may be expected soon
Washington D C December 26 The demand for bituminous coal has exceeded mine output despite a normal rise in production Fuel Administrator Garfield testified before the Senate investigating committee that the administration prioritizes boosting production over price regulation He noted operators are earning high prices but viewed them as needed to spur output.
Washington December 26 An inquiry into the coal shortage delayed the sugar investigation before the Senate committees again today Fel Administrator Garfield has been summoned as witness to appear for the committee which plans to take up the sugar probe again next Friday.
Preliminary surveys for a Nashville to Chattanooga rail route are linked to Illinois Central efforts to secure a short line to the Central of Georgia. Illinois Central representatives in the Chattanooga area confirm surveys, aiming to connect via Hopkinsville Kentucky and tie the Tennessee Central to Nashville and Chicago routes, forming a shorter Chicago to the South path.
Washington December 26 John Skelton present comptroller of the currency is discussed as the most probable choice for federal railroad administrator if President Wilson acts. Secretary McAdoo is also mentioned in connection with the appointment. Williams formerly led the Seaboard Air Line and is a respected railroad man.
The sugar shortage in Americus has eased with small express shipments arriving and some stores starting limited sales. Crowds gathered as merchants opened inventory briefly. demand remains high and households report only small quantities on hand.
Lieutenant Williams, a former visitor to Americus, was received warmly during a recent stay. Cranstom greeted him as a pleasant guest, and local officials noted his prior associations with area events.
Over 100 baskets were given to the poor by the Associated Charities led by Mrs. Sherlock and Mrs. Hawkins, funded by The Times-Recorder with 245 dollars. Baskets held food rather than fruit and children received Santa gifts. Some funds remain for winter distribution. Each distressed family in the ladies’ knowledge was cared for.
Two men, W. D. Winn and his son Alfred, killed when a train struck their automobile crossing near Birmingham between the city and Atlanta. The crash occurred early today on a short stretch of track between Birmingham and the Atlanta line, injuring four others and prompting an investigation.
Italian dispatch from Rome dated December 26 reports Col del Rosso and Monte Valells, on the Asso pistens gore recaplay by 1 Troops, bat I was found riposstons to hota them, with waffles announced today.
Washington Dec 20 Greek government note at the state department asks Greeks in the United States to enlist in the American army pledging not to punish Greeks serving in a foreign army while offering substantial rewards to those who support American arms during the war.
Judson Morgan of Americus Ga receives a registered shorthorn bull as prize for his Four-Crop club work in Sumter county. The notice from W A Winburn Central of Georgia Railway honors his farming method profits in one acre corn, one acre cotton and winter oats and hay, encouraging stock raising. The letter from J K Giles state agent lauds Morgan’s energy and suggests future cattle development.
The American Red Cross train bound for Ruhmania departed Petrograd yesterday with Bolshevik authorities approving the mission. The train carried all available supplies and personnel needed for relief efforts.
A forecast predicts fair and colder conditions tonight and tomorrow with a heavy frost if skies clear. The statewide outlook mirrors Easter-like warmth fading by afternoon in Americus, Foster, Inez, and surrounding areas, with unsettled morning and afternoon temperatures.
A senate military committee resolution orders the secretary of war to quickly ascertain clothing shortages at southern army camps by wire and supply deficiencies. It also allows direct purchases at sources near the camps if needed to suspend departmental routine.
Washington DC Dec 26. Senate military committee resumes inquiry into war preparations testing conditions in the Americas training camps. Testimony named Gen. John F P Orion commanding Camp Wadsworth near Spartanburg SC who testified behind closed doors with evidence to remain private.
Boston Mass Dec 20 Hearings before the Federal Trade Commission into packing industry conditions will start here tomorrow. It is understood that new grand witnesses have been notified by telegraph from Washington to appear at the hearings.
Americus saw a peaceful Christmas with Recorder Marshall and police handling little. Civilians behaved orderly, no cages reported, and no injuries or child burns from fireworks, marking a rare Injury free holiday in years.
Coal shortage threatens city facilities as industries rush for emergency coal. Fuel Administrator Allen reports state assurance of three train car loads, but supplies won’t cover beyond a week. Domestic consumers face poor prospects for relief while urgent methods push to expand stock. Dr. L. G. Hardman coordinates Commerce.
Theron N Hawkes longtime Americus banker and former city clerk and treasurer died Monday afternoon at his Church Street home after months of illness. He was 68. Surviving wife Amalie Low Hawkins, two sons Nelson and Will Hawkes, daughter Mary Hawkes, his mother Mrs M M Elam, and half-brother Howell Elam. Funeral at First Methodist Church this afternoon at 3:90 oclock with burial in Quick Grove cemetery. service conducted by Rev Paul W Bilis and pallbearers listed.
Manila P L December 26 The reform of the Philippine currency system is provided for in a currency bill passed by the house and likely to pass the senate It must be approved by the president It proposes to align Philippine bullion weight with US standard to avoid the risk of silver value exceeding nominal value by about 20 percent The bill also provides for government valuation of paper money and silver coins and sets rules for bullion and coinage.
Atlanta police report seventeen year old Albert Nix, held in Fulton County jail on a drunken driving charge, telling how his uncle Bartow Nix lured Alexander and Jesse Everedge to a Muscogee County creek road night hunt, shot them, robbed them, and buried the bodies after threatening the boy. He says the uncle planned the killings to cover moonshine sales and was later taken to Macon for sale.
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