Petition controversy over streetcar project prompts bribery claims
William Zinn of New York City reports on alleged corruption surrounding a streetcar plan. He describes payments and favors exchanged to secure approval and notes opposition from groups along the route, including references to a petitions drive from the Southern district. This letter details perceived bribery and obstruction bubbling in 1917 civic action.
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Mada
Cates
Reliway
William Zinn
New York City
Peig
Fragmented OCR notes on postwar Britain and rights
Fragmented text discusses postwar Britain and asserted rights, noting a treaty era, war consequences, and political or legal questions. The readable portions focus on claims of rights, separation, and potential wartime consequences.
Rams Annti Er A Becalas War Of 85D
Fragmentary text describes peace talks and negotiations involving the Gemeente and peace committee. Names and clear facts are unavailable due to damaged OCR. The piece references a 85D conflict and a meeting with negotiators seeking terms.
Montgomery July 13 public service commission action
Special report notes the Alabama public service commission considering transfer actions involving utilities including Attala Waterworks and Abbess Power Company. The process appears tied to a proposed consolidation or reorganization affecting Jasper and surrounding towns.
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Montgomery
Alatesa
Comminsios
Duper Light
Attala Waterworks
Ienpeasy
Abbess Power Company
Caerewl
Com
Wien
Secollé
Jasper
Jeger
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Thompson’s
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Eac Es
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Gun
Mers Oxfords
Vici Kid
Black Masa
Childrens White
Chidren
Dolis
Maddyes
Children’s Rompers
Sae
Athletic Union
Thompson Mercantile Co
Noble Street
Anniston, Ala
Jobe A. May
Houwmem
Dothan
Ala
Oli
The
Buckeye Cotton Oil Co
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