Macon Unions Stand Firm Against Civil Service Order
In Macon on September 17, union police and firemen refused to dissolve their unions or resign as ordered by the civil service commission. Chief War Ten McWilliams resigned. Lieut. Martin Thompson, a union member, was promoted to police chief. Firemen and patrolmen pledged to continue duty with badges and cards, while fire trucks could be manned by the Fire Underwriters if needed. The city council refused to act on the commission's de-unionizing resolution.
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Boston Strike Leader Seen in Georgia
Atlanta dispatch details John F. McInnes Boston Policemen’s Union leader now on strike. Former Atlanta detachment commander and provost guard lieutenant known for strict discipline. Civil service commissioners clash with city on union card issue amid political maneuvering. Macon context prompts Atlanta fire department pause on wage petition.
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Georgia
Atlanta
John F. McInnes
Boston Policemen’s Union
McInnes
Philippines
Boston Police
Provost’ Guard
Were All Theres. A School Spelling Tale
A student, Jane, argues that she was unfairly marked down for a spelling error, insisting she knew the letters but failed to arrange them correctly. The snippet hints at classroom frustration over spelling rules and grading.
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Jane
Pastor's Reply to Presbyterians in Americus
Rev Frank P Anderson of Greenville DC who was extended a call to become pastor left the Presbyterian church here for Gil and arrived in Americus to deliver his answer in person to the church Session He will attend prayer meeting tonight and a Session or congregation meeting may be held to hear his reply It was believed his answer would be favorable
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Frank P. Anderson
Greenville
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Presbyterian Church
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L.G. Henderson
Americus
Great Dooly timber tract reported sold
CordeIe September 17 John R Barfield of near Unadilla has bought the Leonard tract of virgin timber in Dooly county in a deal said to involve a million dollars if fully confirmed The tract was held through the lifetime of D B Leonard and remained intact since his death about ten years ago Barfield a lumber manufacturer is noted for business ability The sale is linked to high turpentine and resin values suggesting initial development for turpentine before lumbering.
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Barfield
Birthday in Her Name Message Riddled With Clues
A phrase claims a birthday in her name and every day two letters belong to it. The puzzle suggests children are cataloged by a name starting with each letter, with ampersand and initials implied. The text is ambiguous and fragmented, offering a wordplay rather than a clear event or person.
First Division Homeward Parade in Washington
Half a million greet the First Division and Pershing as key units march through Washington streets. Major General McGlachlin leads, with former division commanders Sibert and Bullard among dignitaries. The Sixth Field Artillery recalls the first shot in 1917, marking a storied return from France.
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War Department
Brown
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FP. A
Edward F. McGlachlin
William L. Sibert
Robert L. Bullard
France
Sixth Field Artillery
What the Salvation Army Has Done in Americus
In Americus readers learn how the Salvation Army, aiming to expand its work, reports field statistics and social aid figures. Rev. Firley Baum, Atlanta district business manager, presents totals for corps and outposts, shelters, hospitals, meals and blankets, industrial homes, and families reached.
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Americus
Salvation Army
Firley Baum
Atlanta’ District
Aocmnana
Wwe
Sreseteceen Seneesso
Ied Inns
Pines
Punea
Texas Deaths Rise From Hurricane Toll at 250
Corpus Christi Texas September reports show 62 storm victims in the city morgue and total known dead over 160, with 50 at Portland 80 at White Point and 14 at Rockport. Estimates place fatality toll for Corpus Christi Port Arthur Arrow and Arkansas areas at about 250 as relief work is hampered by heavy afternoon rain.
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Corpus Christi
Texas
Associated Press
Portland
White Point
Rockport
Port Arkansas
Arkansas Pras
Deception Allegation Fails in Land Purchase Case
Jury in City Court returns a verdict for the defendants after a ten minute deliberation in the case of W. H. Scarborough versus George D. Wheatley and W. M. Andrews over an $8 000 land deal. Scarborough claimed deceit led to paying $200 too much, but the court awarded no damages. The parties argued over a 165 acre Speight place near Scarborough's store with a $7 400 price and $600 commission split.
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W. H. Scarborough
George D. Wheatley
W. M. Andrews
Scarborough
State Legion Convention Planned in Atlanta
Atlanta September 17 plans for the state convention of the American Legion will be discussed by a special committee from Charles T Montgomery Post No 1 and Harry M Atkinson Jr Post No 2 in chamber of commerce room 208 Thursday night. The convention will be held in Atlanta October 15 and 16 when World War I veterans from all parts of Georgia will gather here.
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Atlanta
The
Erican Legion
Charles T Montgomery
Harry M. Atkinson, Jr
Chamber of Commerce
Georgia
Lockout Shifts U S Shipyard Work to Southern Ports
New York Sept 17 The lockout of four thousand workers by shipyard employers has moved government repair work from Brooklyn yards to southern ports, a company statement indicated.
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New York
Associated Hl Hn
Rooklyn Ship
Forum for J Claims and Pact Replies United
Fragmented OCR presents a debate on a forum about J claims and a ten point pact. The text references the Labor Council, independent government stance, and implications for international peace, with vague mentions of the covenant, league rights, and a peace treaty. The readable portions indicate a discussion of non binding aid to rebels and international tension.
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Labor Council
Deteron
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