Railroad workers threaten strike over wage demands
Union says 2,000,000 workers may strike if wage increases are not granted. Grand President Parker warns the walkout would be countrywide, with officials citing 30 days notice rules. Director General Hines reportedly unlikely to concede wage hikes sought by maintenance men and laborers.
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Associated Nes
Suntwane
Lavorers -Aspend Wouett Bubsudty
Parker
Railroad Administration
Washington
Washintton
Hines W
Prominent Maxeys Citizen Seriously Ill From Poison
Prominent Maxeys resident Mr. Gillen is gravely ill after ingesting poison on February 7. A well known businessman and active figure in town and county affairs, he is under care of Dr. L. Sryant of Mixeya and Dr. H. M. Fullilove of Athens.
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Maxeys
Maseys
T. Gil
Gial
Gillen
Takeon
Giilen
Ory
HG. Maxey
L. Sryant
Mixeya
H. M. Fullilove
Athens
Tax Returns Urgently Due, Government Enforces Delinquents
Mr T Bell, income tax inspector, offices in room 202 post office building, warns many have not yet filed. With limited time to visit every district, residents urged to file this week. Mr Hall will assist and answer questions on returns and interim details.
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Jade
Bell
S Gere
Postnice
Hall
Charges Letter From Jenkins To Wife Altered
Mesteo City reports that a letter written by American consul Jenkins to his wife and sent by the embassy to Puebla state authorities differs materially from the original. Puebla state newspaper editor Mitchell says the original shows Jenkins admitted to revealing to the public that rebels and bandits abducted him to extract ransom from the Mekinam government. Mitchell accuses Jenkins of arranging his own kidnapping.
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Mesteo City
Akemt Jenkins
Pueblia
Jwitch @iteholl
Puebla
Mitchell
Ott Jenkins
Mekinam
Jenkins
Bankers to Aid China Enterprises Plan
In New York on February 9 Associated Press reports Thomas W. La Neat of J P Morgan & Co will depart next Thursday for the Far East. He will participate in forming an American group of bankers, with peers from Great Britain France and Japan, to assist Chinese public enterprises.
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Associated Press
New York
Thomas W. Laneat
J.P. Morgan & Co
Thoreday
Far East
Pahkéra
Great Nritein
France
Japan
Flying Parson Reboots Southern Trip After Delay
A fragment reports Flying Parson must restart a southern trip after a delay. Mentions Lieutenant Selvin, a mile from Min, and a slated start tomorrow amid travel hurdles and a torrent. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Selvin
Min' Ir
Japs Routed by Koreans Stirred By Bolshevists
Woningtoe Feb 9 dispatches describe tensions between Koreans and Japanese aided by Bolshevik influence. The article notes a revolutionary mood spreading in Korea and reports the Japanese faced coordinated resistance amid regional turmoil.
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Woningtoe
Nehese
Orean
Korea
Sheviki
Mother Kills Daughter Under Financial Strain
New York police say Mrs. Emily J killed her 12 year old daughter Margaret on Saturday and sat beside the body until morning. Police report financial worries and fear as motives. the mother reportedly wanted to kill herself but lacked courage. The family formerly resided in New Orleans.
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New York
Emily J
Tol
Margaret
Tony
New Orleans
Steamer Old Dominion Miner Princess Annie Totals Loss
New York Feb 9 wireless dispatch reports the Old Dominion Miner Princess Annie valued at 1,000,000 will be a total loss though the cargo is insured. The police boat patrol relayed the message this afternoon.
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New York
Thisfternoon
West Point Vacancy To Be Filled From The Eighth District
Telegraph from Congressman Brand announces an unexpected West Point vacancy in the Eighth District. Examination will be held in March for entries. interested young men should contact Congressman Brand promptly.
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West Point
Charles H. Brand
Maren
Brand
Not If I Know My Country Armenian Relief Plea
A call to aid Armenian refugees cites wartime horrors and ongoing suffering in the Caucasus and Syria. It urges American relief, including food, clothing, medicines, and funds, with a patriotic appeal that Americans will give. The piece frames help as a duty from America to the persecuted Armenian Christians.
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Armenia
America
Russian Caucasus
Syria
Near East
Caucasus
House Democrats Adopt Caucus Resolution Against Universal Training
Washington February 9 Democratic members of the house caucus refused to withhold an opinion on universal military training. By an 88 to 37 vote they rejected no-action motion, then 106 to 17 backed a resolution stating it is the sense of the caucus no measures be passed providing for universal compulsory military service or training.
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Associated Press
Washington
House
Wilson
Doremus
Michigan
House Democrats
Caldwell
New York
Representative Kitchen
Dr George Craig Stewart Lectures At Emmanuel Church
Dr George Craig Stewart delivers sermons at Emmanuel church drawing large crowds and spiritual inspiration. He continues lectures at University chapel with Wednesday and Friday sessions focusing on God and Jesus Christ, inviting public attendance.
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George Craig Stewart
Emmanuel Church
Stewart
Yunning
Vy Oone
Pia
University
Athens Clarke Survey Outlines Present Condition Recommendations
Athens and Clarke County survey report presented Sunday afternoon at the Christian church before a large audience. Dr. St Edwards chaired. Victor Underwood directed the survey with Miss Nell Whaley presenting the report. Max Michael urged citizens to adopt the recommendations to improve life in the county. Miss Virginia Gibbon outlined nursing work and public health support, with Mayor Erwin and others endorsing measures including a trained health officer, school medical inspections, and a county wide child welfare program. A permanent community council and recreation center were among key proposals, plus reorganizing church and social groups and supporting the YWCA building project. The survey team planned to stay in Athens for weeks to ensure implementation.
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Clarke County
Christian Church
St. Edwards
Victor
Underwood
Nell Whaley
Itive Committee
Max Michael
Mir. Michael
Athens
Virginia Gibbon
Southern Division
American Red Cross
Erwin
E. R. Hodgson
John White Morton
Red Cross
Miss Whaley
W. EB. Garnett
The
Agricultural College
Mary Morrs
Uneludioocorhehurch
Ministerial Association and Whore Club
Washington and Pulaski Streets Ordered Paved By Council
The mayor and council met to discuss paving plans with Washington and Pulaski streets slated for asphalt from Hull to Pulaski and Pulaski to Hancock. Clay ton street may receive paving next. bond funds and tax increases are cited to justify improvements. King Avenue paving and sewer work were discussed, and civil service commissioners resigned and were replaced.
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Washington and
Pulaske
Washington Street
Hull
Pulaski
Pulaski Street
Hancock Avenue
Teresa
Oconee
Oak Streets
Washington
Coupell
Clayton
Paulaski
Thase
King Avenue
Rgbine
King Ave
Walter
Jereth
Street Committee
Civil Service Commissioners
Hugh H Gordon
Percy Johnson
Gordon
Messrs
T. L. Bilder
A. G Haughey
Prizes Awarded In Survey School Contest
The Athens and Clarke county survey recreation section hosted an essay contest on How I Spent My Time From Friday Until Monday among city and county students. Winners include Libbie Brooks and Martha Earnest with prizes from donors Georgia National Bank, W T Collins & Co, Michael Siros, H R Palmer’s Son, Costa’s Erwin & Co.
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Athens
Clarke County
Hallown
Wile
Libbie Brooks
College Avenue
Levrand
Martha Earnest
Childs Street
Kate Lavender
Fowler's Academy
Angie Mae Morse
Kelse Street
Annie Brown
East Athens
Annie Laurie Smith
West Broad Street
The
Georgia National Bank
W. T. Collins & Co
Michael Siros
H.R. Palmer
Costa
Erwin & Co
Conference on Christian outreach in Athens gathering officials
The rector wardens and vestry of Emmanuel parish hosted a conference with diocesan representatives from Georgia and Atlanta to plan stronger Christian work in Athens. Dr George Craig Stewart spoke on existing and planned activities, and the committee will report to Bishops Georga and Atlanta with recommendations for expanded service.
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Emmanuel Parish
Fouth
Athens
Diocesa
Georgia
Avanta
Uns
Georda
Atlanta
Hiness
Winchter
Mikell
Tey
Jas. B. Lawrence
Americus
Jno. Moon Walker
Cordele
A. G. Richards
George Craig Stewart
Nifmois
Missionaries urged to spread Christianity in China
Dr. Mary Stone, head of the Orient's largest hospital, told a national church women’s conference in Washington that China faces corruption from opium from Japan and liquor from American brewers. She warned these forces threaten Chinese homes and morals as China is driven from home.
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Associated Press
Washington
China
Mary Stone
Orient
National Conference of Church Women
Japan
New Rules For National Sport
The American League directors meet to abolish the cap at the loss of the 190 season and permit each club two crit-ball twirlers. A batter and all runners ahead of him score if a component hits in the last half of the final inning. A fielder may not move from his regular position to assist a pitcher walking a batter.
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Associated Press
Cucago
American League Today
Georgia Baseball Schedule Announced for 1920 Season
The 1920 Georgia baseball schedule announced by Prof. 8 V Sanford lists 28 games with tough foes like Michigan Pittsburgh and Maryland State. Captain Satterfield leads a strong squad as Ivy Red Wingo joins coach Stegeman for training, aiming for a record-breaking southern season.
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Clark Foreman
Georgia
8. V. Sanford
Michigan
Pittsburg
Maryland State
Athens
The
Athletic Association of the University
Red” Wingo
Stegeman
Wingo
Cincinati “Reda
Reds
Tme
Moore
Philpot
Satterfield
Gelder
Vatter
Mangum
Cady
Muncock
Orat
Whitey
Davis
Mize
Jimmy Crawford
Matty
Ode
Southern College
University of Georgia
Clemson
Cleisai
Korpe
Virginia
Charlotte
Charlottesville
Washington & Lev
Lezing
Quick Justice in Kentucky Described in Racial Case
Lezing ton Kentucky February 9 martial law was declared as Brigadier General Marshall sent 300 troops from Camp Taylor to curb rioting after a Black man William Lockett confessed to the assault and murder of 10 year old Gena Hardman. He was convicted and slated for electrocution on March 1. The Hardman girl was found with head injuries in a cornfield after leaving for school. Police report the confession cited no motive.
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Associated Press
Lezington
Fayette County
Marshall
Camp Taylor
William Lockett
Gena Hardman
Hardman
Wilson's Answer to Crown Prince Offer Not Known
Washington Feb 10 Associated Press reports that President Wilson has not announced any reply to the former German crown prince offer to take the place of an extradition case. White House aides suggested a reply opposing trial of the former emperor and other enemy officials, but Wilson is not a party to the treaty or the League of Nations. The president aims to let Germany work out its salvation without creating martyrs, while advisers note no government could stay in power if it surrendered such officials.
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Associated Press
Washington
Setion
Wilson
Ans
White House
Wamperor
Soring
United States
League of Nations
Germany
Chieh
Health of President Wilson Reported by Johns Hopkins Expert
Baltimore date line reports Prof High Nf Young of Johns Hopkins University published in The Baltimore Sun discussing President Woodrow Wilson's health. Young says Wilson's left leg and left arm have been affected by the ailment keeping him indoors for months and notes condition improvement since appearing at public events.
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Associated Pres
Baltimore
Baltimore Sun Today S
High Nf. Young
Johns Hopking University
Woodrow Wilson
Young
Wilson
Witean
Hoover backs League of Nations stance sparks GOP split talk
In Duluth on February 10 Herbert Hoover stated he aligns with the party backing the League of Nations. Former President Taft, discussing the scene with prominent citizens, warned that supporting the league could provoke a Republican split and possible defeat for the party if Democrats nominate Hoover and Republicans resist.
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Associated Press
Duluth
Ming
Herbert Hoover
League of Nations
League
Hoover
Taft
Republican
Dye
Clarke County Democratic executive meeting called for primary planning
Clarke County Democratic executive committee convenes Saturday at noon to set a date for the upcoming primary and establish rules for officers' nominations. Howell C. Erwin issues the official call to members outlining the agenda and regulations for the event.
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Clarke County
Fice
Howell C. Erwin
Erwin
Clarke C
Berety
Sean
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