Georgia outlook and political shifts in Athens year ahead
The piece surveys prospects for Georgia and Athens with optimism in business, agriculture, and politics. It notes Public issues from suffragette activism to tariffs, President Wilson, Poincare, and Secretary Bryan, plus local events like farm diversification, boll weevil fight, and judge races including Broyles challenging Roan for the court of appeals.
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Nash R. Broyles
Hata
Roan
Court of Appeals
Broyles
Judge Pottle
Judge Broyles
Army and Navy Clash Over Wilson Peace Policy Satire
The Caraboas banquet in Washington drew satire aimed at Wilson and Bryan over Philippine policy. The incident sparked anger in the president's circle, with threats of court martials or reprimands. Officials argue the jests contradicted government policy though organizers claim it was good humor.
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United States
Wilson
Bryan
Caraboas
Washington
Army
Navy
Order
Secretary of War
Secretary of Navy
President Wilson to Reappoint Judge Clements to ICC
Sentiments from Georgia indicate President Wilson will retain Judge Judson C. Clements on the Interstate Commerce Commission. Despite age concerns, supporters say his experience is indispensable as older members have retired or moved to new roles. Friends in Georgia praise the decision as a sound, experience grounded choice.
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Wilson
Judson C. Clements
Interstate Commerce Commission
Suas Frye
Way
Judge Clements
Wison
Bin
Commision &3 Tong
Clements
Burleson Pushes Government Ownership Of Utilities
Postmaster General Burleson urges Congress to nationalize telegraph and telephone lines and run them as part of the postal system. He argues the parcels post proves government operation can succeed and sees a potential path toward broader ownership, while noting risks of a patronage machine and political dominance.
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Burleson
Congress
Republican reorganization curbs Southern influence in conventions
The Republican National Committee proposes a reform in representation for future conventions, reducing Southern power and limiting the black vote's role in nominating a candidate. The plan would require ratification by states representing a majority of electoral votes and would assign delegates by state at large plus one per district with added weight for states showing large Republican vote totals. The piece discusses potential political fallout for African American voters and predicts mixed reactions in the North and South.
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Republican National Committee
National Committee For Ratification
National Committee
South
Troubled Junior Republic faces reform and scandal in New York
The Junior Republic founded by William R. George in Freeville New York aimed to reform city boys but faced issues with admitting girls and later serious accusations against George. Despite controversy supporters insist on the system's merit and continue work toward long term reform, hopeful for a solution.
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William R. George
New York
Freeville
N. Y
Republic
Bowery
Georgia
Baye
George
Avery
Presidential primary idea sparks Democratic journal criticism
An outburst of concern greets President Wilson's direct presidential primaries proposal. Critics fear a federal law could erode party freedom by dictating how candidates are chosen and elections run, arguing parties should decide their own nomination methods without national interference.
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Wilson
Tment
United States
Democratic Party
Lesbrooet
Direct presidential primaries not needed as federal law says
The piece argues that primaries are best run by states and parties without federal dictation. It warns a national law would infringe state rights and recalls southern caution toward federal election controls. It notes President Wilson’s support but concludes a direct presidential primary should not become federal law.
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United States
South
Wilson
Congress
Georgia's Credit Seen Strong Ahead of Refunding Bonds
Governor Slaton reports Georgia’s credit is the best in the Union as the state plans refunding bonds to ease debt. He notes tax reform will boost revenues, ensure prompt teacher salaries, and bring hidden wealth into tax books across counties in 1914, improving state finances and lowering rates.
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Slaton
New York
Georgia
State of
Union
Georgia to Enforce Tax Law Revisions Next Year
Georgia prepares for a genuine tax revision promising fairer assessments and revenue for state institutions. Judge John C. Hart leads the effort, explaining the new law’s equitable aims and safeguards for property owners while targeting undervalued property to boost revenue and reduce rates. County tax assessors are being selected, signaling a practical start to enforcement and a period of trial and possible appeals.
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Georgia
State College of Agriculture
John C. Hart
Hart
Harts
Tian
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Athens
Clark
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Horticultural Society
Old Town
Army and Navy and Peace Policy
Taft
MR. Burleson
the Credit OF Georgia
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Alvedimer
Birmingham
Ala
Willix
Foley
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