Near East crisis and Mosul dispute at Lausanne
In 1923 the Near Eastern question tests Christian powers with Turkey at Lausanne. A Turkish demand over Mosul clashes with British mandates and capitulations. Capitulations permit foreign citizens to be judged by home laws, a point both sides insist on. Oil interests and foreign influence drive stubborn negotiations as Americans watch.
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Fastern
Lausange
Switzerland
Turkey
Greece
Hogglish
Near East
Western
Europe
Lausanne
Mosul
Vilayet
Island of
Cypress
Mediterranean
England
League of Nations
China
United States
Eingland
Ausanne
Blackshear tome fire incendiary verdict reached
Blackshear Jan 10 coroner jury finds fire that destroyed Dr Odums residence and scorched the body of 21 year old Dewey Smith burned by unknown parties amid claims threats were made against Odum for renting to certain persons.
Crisp County Board of Trade formed for agriculture
Crisp county advances agricultural and dairying growth with County Agent C. B. Culpepper leading efforts to organize a county wide board of trade. The group will manage monthly cooperative sales and expand dairying, supporting cattle hogs and poultry to boost the local economy.
Trustees Conclude Superintendent’s Action at Orphans Home
The Board of Trustees of the South Georgia Methodist Orphans Home in Macon votes to condemn Superintendent Smith for placing girls in chains. Chaired by Charles B. Lewis with Geo B. Jones, Rev. W F Smith, and Rev. C W Curry present, the committee calls for severe punishment amid disputed circumstances. Continued on Page Two.
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Macon
South Georgia Methodist Orphans Home
Charles B. Lewis
Geo. B. Jones
W. F. Smith
C. W. Curry
Savannah
Smith
Lions Club Luncheon Draws Large Attendance
Americus Lions Club held its regular weekly luncheon at noon Tuesday at the Tea Room with Gordon Howell in charge. A quartet including Carroll Clark K G Beavers James Davenport and Wilbur Smith performed several songs while talks by Sam McDaniel and Frank Matthews were well received. Attendance was among the largest since the club's founding.
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Lions Club of
Americus
Gordon Howell
Carroll Clark
K. G. Beavers
James Davenport
Wilbur Smith
Sam McDaniel
Frank Matthews
Debt commission to gain broader powers over war debts
Senator Smoot told the senate finance committee that Congress will likely be asked within a week to broaden the American debt commission powers. The action would extend authority to handle all war debts owed to the United States.
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Washington
Congress
American Debt Commission
United States
Senate Finance Committee
Smoot
Senate
Give Yourself a Chance Says Coue to Bronner
NEA Staff Correspondent reports Emile Coue addressing writer at a home in Nancy. The dialogue centers on autosuggestion as a method to combat nerves and improve sleep appetite and digestion. Coue urges avoiding doubt and embracing the daily affirmation therapy.
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Coue
Bronner
Monsieur Emile Coue
Nancy
Cone
Isi
Emile Coue
France
Funeral for W. J. Slappey Held at Ellaville
William J. Slappey died at 62 on LaCrosse road after a brief illness. Funeral at Ellaville Methodist church conducted by Rev. E T Moore. Interment in Ellaville cemetery. Survived by widow, five sons, one daughter, two sisters, one brother. prominent Sumter County farmer with ties to Americus.
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William J. Slappey
LaCrosse Road
Ellaville
E. T. Moore
James Rees
Alex Slappey
Marvin Slappey
Cleve Burt
Grady Killebrew
Grady Wimbish
G. W. Masters
Tampa
Fla
Arthur Slappey
Lucian Slappey
Tom Slappey
William Slappey
George Slappey
Lizzie Slappey
Callie Slappey
Americus
C. P. Slappey
Shellman
Elliaville
Moonshiner raids in Waycross net twenty four arrests
In Waycross Georgia on January 10 twenty four men have been arrested and twelve stills destroyed along with the confiscation of an automobile in a multi day crackdown against moonshiners. Most defendants posted a thousand dollar bond and will face a hearing in coming days.
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Waycross
Death sentences for Chauri Chaura rioting Indians
Advices from Lucknow report that 172 Indians were sentenced to death for murder and arson tied to the non cooperationist rioting at Chauri Chaura in February. The London dispatch notes the proceeding followed the unrest and marks a severe outcome of the incident.
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London
Lucknow
India
Chaurichaura
Pleasant Socials In Plains Feature Floral Decor
Jan 10 Plains society items highlight a rock party hosted by Mrs Gene Kennedy with rose and hyacinth decor and a salad course. Guests included Floy Harwell Bessie Wellens Grace Smith Evelyn Walters Willie Arnold and Thad Jones. Also Mamie Bradley entertained a Sunday school group with narcissi decor and refreshments. The Literary Club met with talks on Abraham Lincoln the Great Liberator featuring Mrs W L Thomas Mrs H R McGee and Miss Alice Ruth Timmerman. state supervisor Godard and Miss Parker attended with Col J E D Shipp of Americus in town.
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Mamie Bradley
John Emmett Howell
Martha Jackson
Frances Logan
Catherine Logan
William Shirah
Gladys Logan
Grace Montgomery
Abraham Lincoln
Great Liberator
W L. Thomas
Lincoln
H. R. McGee
Lincoln Memorial
Washington, D. C
Alice Ruth Timmerman
R E Clements Dies at 69 in Buena Vista
R E Clements aged 69 died at his Buena Vista home after months with Bright’s disease. Funeral at Buena Vista Methodist Church Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Survived by widow Mattie McCall Clements two daughters Mrs J Gordon Lowe and Mrs W W Sheppard five sons Charles M Clements E B Clements Felton L Clements Horace Clements and R L Clements a brother John Clements and many grandchildren. Born and raised in Marion County he spent most life in Buena Vista with local ties.
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R. E. Clements
Buena Vista
Bright
Mattie McCall Clements
J. Gordon Lowe
W. W. Sheppard
Claxton
Charles
Clements
White Boy’s Leg Found In Trash Pile In Augusta
In Augusta on January 10 a human leg was found in a west city trash pile. Coroner believes the limb is that of a white boy, amputated recently. no bullet wounds observed in the foot.
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Augusta
Ellaville News Briefs Note Local Happenings
Ellaville January 10 Miss Addie Rie McCrory resumes teaching at Decatur High School after returning home. Mrs Albert Wall, previously ill, is now convalescent. Continued on page 7.
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Ellaville
Addie Rie McCrory
Decatur
Albert Wall
Fire at 705 Spring Street Causes Minor Damage
Early morning blaze at 705 Spring Street the home of Wallace Halstead caused by a defective fire and resulted in slight damage. The house owned by A C Alexander reportedly carried no insurance and the fire department extinguished the flames quickly.
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Spring Street
Wallace Halstead
A. C. Alexander
Southern man favored for federal board from Atlanta
Bankers in the South urge Governor M. B. Wellborn of the Federal Reserve Bank in Atlanta for a seat on the Federal Reserve Board. They argue the Southeast deserves representation under the Federal Reserve Act and note Wellborn's blend of banking and agricultural expertise, calling him "The Farmer's Friend."
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Wellborn
Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank
Harding
Atlanta
South
Federal Reserve Act
Federal Reserve Board
W. P. G. Harding
Southeast
M. B. Wellborn
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal District
Washington
Sabroge Election Sparks Legal Challenge in Savannah Mayor Race
At noon Stewart managers in Savannah municipal election contest mayoral result between Democratic incumbent Murray Stewart and independent Paul Seabrook. Seabrook's name appeared on ballots after he failed to qualify and he declined to sign election returns, claiming Seabrook won by a majority. officials expect a new legal issue.
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Savannah
Stewart
Murray Stewart
Paul Seabrook
Seabrook
Policeman Fatally Strikes Black Man in Louisville
In Louisville on January 10 Will Marion, a Black man, was fatally injured after a confrontation with Policeman Pat Harleam who allegedly struck him following orders to halt. Marion reportedly knocked the officer down with an iron pipe before the incident.
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Louisville
Will Marion
Pat Harleam
Withdrawal of Rhine troops ordered by Harding
The United States will recall American troops from the Rhine. About a thousand remain in Coblenz, with withdrawal to be arranged by Gen Allen and the War Department. The transport St Mihiel will depart New York soon to bring bulk of Rhine forces home, with landings planned at Savannah Charleston and New York.
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Washington
The
Rhine
Harding
State Department
Coblenz
Allen
Army of Occupation
War Department
St. Mihiel
New York
Senate
Ruhr
United States
Antwerp
Bremen
Savannah
Eighth Infantry
Charleston
Fort Screven
Troop Withdrawal Orders Roil Rhine Troops at Coblenz
American soldiers at Coblenz learn of withdrawal orders from the Rhine after a Paris AP dispatch. The news sparks excitement and concern as troops await clarification and impact on their postwar duties.
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Coblenz
The
Rhine
Paris
Associated Press
Britain grants France troop movement through Rhine zone
London reports that the British government has issued a permit allowing France to move troops through British occupied territory along the Rhine in line with France plans for occupation of the region. The development signals continued coordination as postwar arrangements unfold.
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London
France
Rhine
Ruhr
Governor Hards proposes Georgia state constabulary force
Governor Thomas W. Hardwick announced in his legislative message a recommendation to create a Georgia state constabulary. He cited Savannah election tensions and the governor’s limit on deploying militia prior to disturbance, urging state aid to prevent unrest.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Thomas W. Hardwick
Hardwick
Savannah
Ong
Ribet
Texas
Penna Ee
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Gan
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W. J. Slappey
Ellaville Methodist Church
Vormeryns
Kermern
Phcins
Ellaville Community News
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Secord
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