Death of Judge Emory Speer in Macon Georgia
Judge Emory Speer of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia died in Macon after a three week illness and gallstone operation. He was eighty seven years old, appointed by President Arthur in eighteen eighty five, a former congressman and noted orator with deep ties to Athens and the University of Georgia.
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President in Fine Health and Spirits
President Wilson, reinvigorated by ten days of tea, is in excellent condition for upcoming work. He made appointments, accepted resignations, and granted pardons by wireless during his Europe trip. He plans to remain about two months, returning before Congress ends, and may return to France if his presence at the peace table is required.
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Two Enlisted Men Die In Hydro Airplane Crash
Norfolk Va December 13 Two enlisted men were killed instantly and two others were injured when a large hydro airplane plunged nose first into the Willoughby club building twelve miles from Norfolk. The craft was wrecked and the roof and veranda of the clubhouse were torn away.
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Norfolk
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Police and Firemen End City Strike in Montreal
Montreal reports a strike by policemen, firemen and city workers left the city with little protection and several robberies and disorders. By tonight the men returned to work and normal services resumed. Fresh produce advertised by Costa's Delicatessen Shop.
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Montreal
Secretive Socialist Plan Unveiled in Berger Trial
In Chicago on December 13, the jury heard an outline to perpetuate the Young People's Socialist League through secret disguised organization if banned. The plan comes from a scrapbook seized at Socialist headquarters and is addressed to Yipsel secretaries, drafted by William F. Kruse, national secretary and co defendant along with four other Socialists in an espionage act conspiracy case against Congressman elect Victor L. Berger.
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Chicago
Young People‘s Socialist League
Victor L. Berger
William F. Kruse
All Restrictions On Raw Cotton Are Removed
Washington reports that government regulations governing raw cotton ended with the dissolution of the war industries boards cotton distributing committee. Officials say distribution no longer needs control as world markets reopen after the war.
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Washington
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Germans Tried To Stir Revolt With the Negroes
Washington reports reveal German propaganda and intelligence networks in the United States before U.S. entry into World War I. Captain Lester described a July 1914 Berlin conference that formed 131 propagandists sent worldwide. About 31 reached the U.S. two weeks after hostilities began, forming a large volunteer network aiding German aims.
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Morrow
Europe
Switzerland Invites Wilson to Visit As Guest Leader
Berne announces that President Calender and the Swiss parliament extended an invitation to President Wilson this afternoon for a visit to Switzerland. The news item notes the invitation was conveyed on Thursday in Berne with formal interest from Swiss authorities.
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Burleson appoints board to run telegraph services
Postmaster General Burleson tonight named a board to operate the tele graph and telephone services under government control. Union N Bethel, vice president of American Telephone and Telegraph Company, is named chairman.
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Washington
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American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Grand Duchy To Join Switzerland
Seven frontier villages of Baden pass resolutions to unite with Switzerland. A delegation of burgemeisters will submit an official request to the Swiss government. Also advertised: paper shell pecans 600 lb, paper shell walnuts 45c lb, fancy sunbeam figs, stuffed prunes, Costa's Delicatessen Shop. Juicy Florida oranges 40c a dozen, Florida grapefruit 3 for 25c. Phons
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Wilson's Note Will Preserve Peace in Chile
President Wilson sent a note to Chile urging amicable settlement of the Peru Chile dispute and Chile's reply pledged to preserve peace and honor the treaty terms. The exchange was read in the Chamber of Deputies, affirming the desire to avoid war and resolve the controversy.
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Peru
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Increase Salaries For Court Officers Provided by Congress
The House approved a bill raising salaries for federal judges. District and court of claims judges will earn fifteen hundred dollars annually, district and circuit court judges seventy five hundred and eight five hundred dollars respectively. The measure advances to the Senate.
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Senator Hardwick Rejects Two Cartersville and Colquitt Post Masters
Washington December 13 Senator Hardwick of Georgia caused the senate to reject the nominations of Walter Daven and Henry Miller as post masters of Cartersville and Colquitt Georgia respectively Hardwick said the nominees were personally objectionable
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Washington
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Walter Daven
Henry Miller
Cartersville
Colquitt
Hardwick
Robert P White Elected Director at Southern Mutual
In a morning meeting of Southern Mutual Insurance Co. directors, Robert P. White of White Hall was elected to succeed his late father Judge John R. White as director. White, a prominent businessman, runs two large cotton mills at White Hall with his brother Hugh White.
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State Director Explains War Savings Stamp Redemptions
Atlanta December 13 War Savings Certificates are not to be cashed unless necessary and are nontransferable. Postmasters must verify the owner with identification as stamps cannot be traded. The state director Hugh Richardson warns against attempts to change the name on a certificate and says trafficking in stamps will not be tolerated.
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Property Returned By Gregory
Washington December 13 The return of property of Mrs Lilly Busch widow of a St Louis millionaire brewer was ordered today by Attorney General Gregory It is announced Mrs Bunch had satisfied the department of feathers to her American citizen Ip
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Washington
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St. Louis
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Department of Feathers
Athens Exceeds Jewish War Relief Fund Quota
Athens contributions to the Jewish War Relief Fund totaled over twelve thousand dollars, well above its six thousand four hundred quota, leading Georgia cities in percentage over allotment. Committees expect more contributions to be counted as returns are received. The drive closes with thanks to Athens residents for aiding Jews in eastern Europe.
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Europe
Homecoming of Soldiers Linked to New York Naval Pageant
Secretary Daniels announced a December twenty third homecoming event in New York harbor with a fleet led by Admiral Mayo aboard the Pennsylvania. The nine dreadnoughts, twenty destroyers, converted yachts, and nine sweepers and submarines will accompany the Mayflower voyage to Europe for a display marking German power.
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Government to Own Telephone and Telegraph Lines
Washington December 13 The House opened debate on a resolution to make telephone and telegraph lines permanent government owned utilities. Chairman Moon of the Post Office committee introduced the measure after consulting Postmaster General Burleson, who said President Wilson approved the legislation.
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Passage of Revenue Bill Expected at Early Date
Washington reports the senate moved swiftly on the war revenue bill with under a dozen members present as five hundred twenty two million dollars of the six billion needed for next year were adopted without discussion. Tomorrow the senate will tackle the main controversial features as Smith of Utah and Penrose of Pennsylvania plan to speak. Chairman Simmons voiced confidence in an early passage given today's pace.
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Paris Grants Wilson City Citizen Title in Parade Plan
Paris officials vote unanimously to honor President Wilson with the title Citizen of Paris. The council also completes arrangements for the reception of President and Mrs. Wilson, including a Grand Gold medal for the president and a diamond brooch for Mrs. Wilson featuring doves and an olive branch.
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Getting Ready To Gas Germans
Washington December 13 Major General William Sibert director of the chemical warfare service said after hostilities ceased the American army was being equipped to hurl a ten tone of mustard gas into German forces for each ton the Germans could deliver The day the armistice was signed gas plants were in operation with capacity greater than England and France combined and would have trebled for gas production before the new year
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Wiliam I. Sibert
Chemical Warfare Service
Opera
England
France
Merchants Granted Three Feet of Sidewalk Display Space
The mayor and council extend the use of sidewalks for holiday displays. Merchants may occupy three feet in front of their shops, aiding both storekeepers and the boys who sell from stands during the week.
Ladies Committee Meet Thursday for Christmas Drive
The ladies executive committee of the Banner Commissary will meet Thursday morning at the old Elite theatre on Clayton street to finalize plans for a Christmas drive. The room will be prepared to accept clothing, shoes, toys, fruits, candies, and various food items daily next week, with a committee on hand to collect contributions.
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Coordinated effort for returning soldiers employment
The Council of Defense urges civic and religious groups to coordinate with the U S Employment Service to find immediate jobs for returning soldiers and war workers across Georgia and other states. Local chairmen are asked to call organization meetings and share detailed information. Attendance is encouraged via direct notice or through the press.
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Hinsley R R dies at Oconee home
R R Hinsley formerly of Athens and now of Oconee county died at his Oconee county home yesterday afternoon at 4 30. He is survived by his wife and one child. Funeral at 2 PM today at Wrays church conducted by Rev A J Seare. Interment in church cemetery. A prominent community man, his death is a great loss to Clarke and Oconee counties. The bereaved family has the sympathy of the entire community.
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New Citizens Made While Fighting War
War era naturalization drive reports 50 000 new citizens anticipated after the conflict. Louis Weinberger heads a program expediting final papers with simplified steps. A U S Employment Service bureau will coordinate job referrals, with local funding and no national costs. Citizens urged to join organization meetings and fulfill wartime duties. Samuel J. Slate Georgia Council of Defence Federal Director Employment Service for State of Georgia.
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