Sims bill passes House by 86 vote margin in dramatic session
The Sims bill repealing the tolls exemption clause of the Panama Canal Act passed the House 248 to 162, a clear 86 vote majority for the administration. Speaker Champ Clark led a dramatic debate with opponents including Minority Leader Mann, while Underwood presided during Clark’s speech. The bill moves to the Senate as a record crowd and high drama marked the hour.
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Washington
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Senate
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Mann
Wilson
Underwood
Adamson
Champ Clark
Interoceanic Canals Committee
O'Gorman
Women of Athens Organize for City Cleanup Campaign
Women of Athens plan a city wide cleanup with the Civic section of the Women’s Club leading efforts at Mrs. J Y Carithers home on Milledge Avenue. The mayor, council, chamber of commerce, board of health, and Garden Club pledge cooperation with prizes for top performers and fundraisers to support ongoing cleanup work.
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J. Y. Carithers
Milledge Avenue
Women's Club of Athens
Mia Carithers
Chamber’ of Commerce
Board of Health
Garden Club
Trade Association Expects Big Crowds For Athens Visit
The Athens Trade Association prepares for a major excursion drawing crowds and merchants from Union Point and surrounding areas. A membership mixup is corrected to strike Philip Abelman and add Webb-Crawford Co. W. A. Sanges promotes the event with extensive printing while merchants brace for a busy day.
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Webb-Crawford Co
A. H.sikes
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Athens
Phillip Ableman
Webb-Crawford Company
W. A. Sanges
Lala
Union Point
Athans Oreo
Satisfied customers welcome at A Ticradberrys today
A message from ATICRADBERRY'S highlights new arrivals for ladies Misses and children including fancy flowers and kickups. The ad invites customers to visit Apt 8 to see the latest stock and assures good service from a pleased customer base.
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County to Test Road Maintenance Plan for Capital Highway
County commissioners met with special government road engineer Geo. C. Scales to plan upkeep for the Capital to Capital highway from Bogart near the McClesky place through the city. Weather delayed the first inspection, with Captain Scales to determine needed work to meet government and American Highway Association standards.
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Geo. C. Scales
Washington
Atlanta
Bogart
McClesky Place
Captain Scales
Hodgson
Scales
American Highway Association
Citi
Judge Grubb to Sit for Judge Speer Till Hearing Is Complete
Savannah Georgia reports that Federal Judge Grubb of the Northern District of Alabama will hold court in place of Judge Speer starting May 18. Speer had said he would hear no cases until the House investigation of his acts concludes. the subcommittee report had not yet been released.
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Speer
Associated Press
Savannah
Grubb
Alabama
Georgia
House
Building fund drive urged for YMCA project progress
The Athens YMCA building committee asks subscribers with overdue installments to pay at the Georgia National Bank to W P Brooks treasurer. Prompt payments will cut collection costs and advance land acquisition, permits, and construction plans. The board has sent plans to bidders and is marketing the current building.
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W. P. Brooks
Building Fund
W. T. Forbes
Athens
Messrs. Shattuck and Hussey
Athans Association
Ten Dollars in Gold at the Christo Theater Contest
A prize of ten dollars in gold will be awarded at the Christo Theater on College Avenue to the holder of the lucky number. The contest opens Wednesday April 1 and closes Thursday April 20 at the Classical way.
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Chbisto
College Avenue
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Rug specialist to stay for a few days for interviews
A rug repair expert with twenty years of experience will be in town for a short visit. The professional, Mr. Naylor, has reportedly pleased the wives of three U.S. presidents in the last fifteen years. Call 669 for an interview and advice.
Torreon Fall Rumors Do Not Hold Up In Mexico Reports
Conflicting dispatches from Juarez and New York say Torreon’s fall was rumored but not confirmed. Carranza associates assert positions unchanged with evidence suggesting possible victory later. Villa and Hamm telegrams are parsed as unverified and inconclusive amid widespread public speculation.
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Juarez
Roberto V. Pesquira
Alfredo Brezeda
Carranza
Torreon
Tor ‘Reon
Hamm
Durango
Bryan
Jaurez
Mexico
An Gomez Palascio
Villa
Letcher
Chihuahua
Cially
el Paso
Washington
Harrisburg Boosts Tax Rate Amid Budget Row
Harrisburg officials raise the tax rate to 1223 mills on the dollar as the annual budget of 510372.47 dollars is adopted. The move draws strong opposition from Mayor Royal and widespread dissatisfaction with the commission form of government.
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Harrisburg
Commission
Royal
The Presidents Pardon And Them Old Love Letters Show
Two features at the Classic Theater on College Avenue. The President's Pardon is a three reel Pathe special. Them Old Love Letters is a dramatic dream film. April 1 shows promise with Classic's usual strong lineup.
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Pathe
Doubleheader Set for Georgia Wesleyan Baseball
Today fans will witness a double portion of action as the University of Georgia meets Wesleyan of West Virginia in two games. Reports note Wesleyan players as full-fledged contenders, and first pitch is scheduled for 3 o clock.
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West Virginia
Wesleyan
Georgia
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West
Our Mutual Girl at the Elite and Perils of Pauline tease
The Elite Theater presents Our Mutual Girl in its seventh reel featuring Margaret Carns in new society dances. The Little House That Pleases shows at the Elite, with Perils of Pauline scheduled for next Friday.
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Margaret Carns
Pauline
20 000 Tomato Plants Ready for Delivery
20 000 tomato plants of all varieties are ready for delivery. 15 cents per dozen with a special price for large orders. Costa's. Phone 697.
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Costa's
Majestic Today Presents The Best Melodrama Of The Year
The World lauds a melodrama where a diamond theft leads to a dug tunnel escape and poison death. James O Neal and Jilana Al Thomas headline with Joe Levering and Claire Whitney. a Vitagraph feature The Old Oaks Secret accompanies. A large crowd praised the program and theater condition.
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James O'Neal
Jilana al Thomas
Joe Levering
Claire Whitney
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