Notable Georgia News Items Include War Talk and Capt. Triplett
The piece surveys wartime claims about Germany and colonial rivalries, a toy trade display at the Georgian hotel for Christmas season, and a profile of Capt. John Triplett, longtime editor of the Thomasville paper, whose death at the Confederate veterans home in Atlanta leaves his age unknown and his personal life largely private.
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Georgia
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Kressalt
Germany
John Triplett
Confederate Veterans
Atlanta
Thomasville
Old Press Association
Variety
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German American Society Seeks Fair News From Dailies
Atlanta German American society criticizes local newspapers for biased war coverage and reliance on Paris London and Brussels. Members urge unbiased reporting and urge editors to mail copies of resolutions to all city daily papers.
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Teutons
Europe
Paris
London
Brussels
America
Berlin
United States
Department of Commerce and Industry
The Last Prayer of the Pope for Peace
The article reflects on Pope Pius last prayer and calls for prayers for peace. It contrasts interfaith unity in prayer with the suffering caused by war, urging believers to seek peace rather than victory for any nation. It questions divine approval of slaughter and advocates universal prayer for peace today.
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Pope Pius
Piracy in the Land of Peace and Price Hikes
An editorial condemns price gouging during wartime, likening profiteers to pirates. It cites sugar and flour price spikes in Athens Georgia, argues the rise is artificial, and supports President Wilson’s probe to punish those responsible. It calls for identifying and punishing the offenders.
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Europe
Pirate of Peace
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High Seas
Wilson
Captain Kidd
Georgia Politicians Largely Reelected in Primary
Atlanta political column notes most Georgian state officers and congressmen won renomination with strong majorities. Only Attorney General Warren Grice faced a state wide challenge, while Carl Vinson’s victory in the Tenth district drew wide acclaim. Judge Nash R. Broyles won a decisive Court of Appeals seat amid a lively Atlanta contest.
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J. D. Price
W. J. Speer
E. L. Rainey
Paul B. Trammell
Trammell
S. Guyt McLendon
Warren Grice
Grice
T. S. Felder
Clifford Walker
Monroe
Chas. G. Edwards
W. C. Adamson
Broyles
Nash R. Broyles
State Court of Appeals
Macon
J. R. Pottle
Court of Appeals
L. S. Roan
Alex W. Stephens
W. H. Terrell
Stephens
Georgia Political Roundup Backs Leaders After Primary Wins
Georgia political scene features Judge Broyles thanking supporters after broad county tours and vows to uphold strict law enforcement. State Treasurer Speer praises loyal followers and confirms victory over Lem Park. Commissioner Price touts fertilizer tests and $50,000 treasury gain as he wins renomination. Burwell secures Hancock renomination with record margin as Joe Hall Hall loses Bibb seat, prompting calls for a possible comeback.
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Broyles
Georgia
Jim Price
Commissioner of Agriculture
J. D. Price
J. J. Brown
Thos. E. Watson
Thomson
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Price
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War label sparks German protest over trademark claim
The war debate centers on a "Made in Germany" label with Germans arguing it violates the pure food and drug act by marketing goods under that mark. The notice also mentions advertising wants.
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Germany
Slaton Voices Support for Senate Bid After County Returns
Governor John M. Slaton issues a statement to Georgians after official returns show he leads in county unit votes and popular plurality for the Junior U.S. Senate race. He urges fair play and asks delegates to honor the people's choice, noting he is first or second in 131 of 148 counties.
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United States
Georgia
Hardwick
Felder
Bacon
Smith
Fulton County
Once Despised Seed Becomes Cash Crop In Georgia
The article notes cotton seed, once discarded, becomes the main cash crop in the south due to scarce cotton markets amid the European war. Georgia has over 150 cotton oil mills paying growers cash for seed, revitalizing livestock feeding as meat and hull prices rise. The Cotton Seed Crushers' Association of Georgia advocates this shift.
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Atlanta
South
Georgia
Cotton Seed Crushers’ Association of Georgia
Pope Dies as World Reacts to News of Death
The pope died of a broken heart amid global strife. News agencies debate the exact time of death, with details scarce outside Vatican circles. Meanwhile, America’s unique war position is noted as Germans, English, and French share news calmly on American soil.
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Vatican
Selmon
America
Sabotage Defined as Poor Work Deliberately Done
A historical definition describes sabotage as striking while staying on the payroll, where workers perform poorly on purpose to disrupt production and pressure the employer without a full strike.
Not Affected by Dead Companion in Animals
The text argues that animals kept together in zoos show little or no interest when a companion dies. It notes carnivores may devour a dead partner, but otherwise animals exhibit no disturbance or marked reaction to death among companions.
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Zoological Gardens
Man's Utter Foolishness Quote Sparks Debate
A Montaigne quip about madness and crafting gods is cited, reflecting on human folly and the limits of craft. The remark weighs on judgment, wit, and the creating of idols from simple things.
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Montaigne
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