Georgia Governor Dorsey Urges Tax Reform and State Police Model
Governor Dorsey in his first message to the Legislature urges amending the tax equalization law rather than repeal and proposes expanding state power over private corporations, taxing mortgages on record, delaying tax returns, raising the age of consent to 16, bolstering state police, and better funding for industrial and agricultural development. He also calls for stricter public health, judiciary efficiency, and a unified financial committee to align expenditures with revenues.
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Heney Arrives to Lead Federal Trade Food Probe
Francis Heney of San Francisco arrives in Washington to head the Federal Trade Commission food investigation. Investigators have been active in Chicago packing plants as the commission says the probe will extend wherever the facts lead.
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National Army Clarke's List to Arrive on Mall Basis
Washington July 25 mobilization prep for the National Army advanced as local boards began summoning men for examination to form the force. Many details to be refined before deployment, with a belief that many will be selected by August first. Provost Marshal Crowder listed Florida boards and Northern and Southern districts with designated personnel. The National Guard nationwide is in federal service except units in California and the southwest.
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Belgian Mission Returns to Washington After West Tour
The Belgian mission led by Baron Honcour has returned to Washington after a tour of the middle far west. Secretary Baker formally announced the return of the American army officer mission sent to France to study technical questions. The mission sees gravity of the war but offers no pessimistic outlook on the final outcome.
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First Conferees Meet on Food Legislation in D C
Associated Press reports the first meeting of house and senate conferees on food legislation is set for tomorrow in Washington. indications suggest the report will take at least a week to prepare and the senate prohibition provision is expected to be strengthened.
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White Leaders Promise to Stem Exodus
Report quotes Southern leaders asserting the Black exodus can be halted by improving conditions. They argue better education, higher wages, and fair justice in courts will resolve the issue.
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Georgia will give young women same educational ad vantages as young men
Wil Banks, colored, from Elbert county, was found unfit to register under the selective draft act. Commissioner Walter G. Cornett committed him to the Elbert sheriff to be tried for lunacy after Banks claimed divine guidance from the Holy Ghost to read the Bible and refuse military service. He cited religious exemption but did not know its details.
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Southern Bell Superintendent Tours Athens Improvements
The Southern Bell superintendent in Atlanta visited Athens yesterday on an inspection of the company’s properties. He praised the progress of extensive improvements including the four story fireproof office and central station, new warehouses and garages, and anticipated public satisfaction once the underground system and overhead lines are removed and the new switchboard is in use.
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Fort Lamar Home Coming Meets July 28
The annual Home Coming for Fort Lamar locals and nearby residents will be held next Saturday July 28. The committee invites all former residents to attend for a day of enjoyment and cordial fellowship with buckets to share.
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Government Remade Plans for War Purchases
Washington July 25 plans for reorganizing the government's purchasing system are expected to be finally adopted at a Friday meeting of the Council of National Defense. The President has approved the plan and it proposes rearranging committee structures and creating a War Industries Board with civilian and military members. Unclear phrase quotes a tribal or cultural line attributed to a press outlet.
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Georgia moves to elevate women’s education with new institute
In Atlanta a meeting of university and federation leaders backed creating a higher education institute for women. The plan would allow the University of Georgia Board of Trustees to run the institute as a department, admit students to labs and libraries, and grant access to the State College of Agriculture. Expected quick passage early next week, aligning opportunities for women with those long available to men in Georgia.
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New Order Keeps Clarke County Exemption Board Intact
The Clarke county exemption board received an order to fill any seat held by a sheriff, clerk of the court, or county physician immediately. If a member sits within age limits on the exemption board they must leave the panel, ensuring no one retains both roles.
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Former Mississippi Governor Discusses Home Guard Sentiment
Hon. BE Peg Noel of Lexington spent yesterday in the city on business tied to the Jim Smith estate. He spoke about current sentiment toward joining the Home Guards and shared observations on the matter.
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