Sixty sixth Congress Meets in Extraordinary Session in Paris
Washington May 19 1916 The 66th reconstruction congress convened in Paris after a call from President Wilson. Republicans won control in both chambers with Gillett elected speaker and Cummings chosen pro tempore. Sessions focused on routine business, while major foreign treaties and domestic debts loom ahead. Lodge urged amendment to the League covenant, calling it worse than before and dangerous to U S interests. A bill to restore independent wire ownership was planned, with likely House action to follow.
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Washington
Reconstruction Congress
Wilson
Paris
Senate
House
Representative Gillett
Champ Clark
Cummings
Iowa
Pittman
Nevada
Germany
France
Lodge
Hodge
Foreign Relations Committee
League of Nations
Elihu Root
Atlantic flight reaches Azores with NC-3 safe but damaged
The NC-3 seaplane of the American naval trans Atlantic flight squadron reached Pontadelgada harbor after a 60 mile gale and fog that forced a landing. The crew are safe but it is unclear if NC-3 can continue to Lisbon without extensive repairs. NC-4 remains at Horta and NC-1 is reported in sinking condition off Corvo Island as Palifax stands by. The fate of Hawker and Grieve was still unknown with search efforts ongoing.
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Washington
NC-3
Pontadelgada Harbor
Azores
Newfoundland
Lisbon
Plymouth
Navy Department
Horta
Corvo Island
Palifax
Fired First Shot for America in World War France
Lieut. M M Guthrie of Nashville Tennessee formerly of the UT 8th army dismissed the matter of his services in France. He was among the first to fire a shot for the United States in the war. Trained at Fort Oglethorpe he joined C Battery 6th Field Artillery 1st Army Corps. On October 23 1917 the British line faltered at the Picardy Salient and Guthrie’s gun crew fired the first shot against the advancing Germans. Later stationed on the left flank near Chateau Thierry the unit faced heavy fighting and gas exposure.
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France
M M Guthrie
Nashville
Tenn
UT. 8
Army
Guthrie
United States
Ft. Oglethorpe
Oglethorpe
States
C Battery
6Th Field Artillery
1St Army Corps
Huns
Loraine
Picardy Salient
Catheney
Lieut
Salient
Chateau Thiery
Chaumont To Abandon American Expeditionary Force
Chaumont France May 19 Orders have been served to prepare the abandonment of the American expeditionary force headquarter here. Movement for renewal of which already elsewhere. All departments ordered to prepare car records for transport to the United States.
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Chaumont
Francs
American Expeditionary Force
United Staes
Mr L C Trousdale Leaves Athens for Monroe Brokerage
Mr L C Trousdale has removed for his former home at Monroe Louisiana where he will enter the brokerage business. He lived in Athens for a number of years and was connected with the Webb Crawford Co a valued employee of that wholesale grocery firm. The Trousdales have many friends here who regret their departure but wish them success in their new home.
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L. C. Trousdale
Monroe
Trousdale
Athens
Webb Crawford Co
Move To Restore Relations Labor Conditions Sanity In New York
A national push aimed at restoring sanity and common sense in labor and industry relations is urged by the national association of manufacturers. A committee on industrial betterment health and safety reported at an open session in New York on May 19.
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New York
National Association of Manufacturers
Naval officers ordered to half day for weekly exercises
Washington May 19 Secretary Daniels issues a general order requiring all naval officers to devote a half day each week exclusive of Sundays and holidays to regular systematic physical development.
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Washington
Daniels
Pershing's Return May Be In July
Washington May 19 officers arriving from American headquarters in France say General Pershing will return to the United States in July. No official statement was made but Chaumont officials think he and his staff will sail in about eight weeks.
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Washington
France
Pershing
United States
Chaumont
Episcopal Bishop David H. Greer Dies in New York
Right Rev. David H. Greer Protestant Episcopal Bishop of New York died in a hospital in New York tonight after a period of illness. The death was reported from the city and marks a major loss for the diocese.
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Episcopal
David H. Greer
New York
David H
Fire on Sunday Night Not Serious
A fire alarm from Morton's filling station on Washington street reported a small car fire owned by EF McWillians of Commerce. The blaze caused minimal damage. the fire bell was silenced to reduce false alarms, improving response efficiency and reducing crowd interference.
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Morton
Washington Street
EF. McWillians
Commerce
Gre
Salvation Army Service Message From AEF Soldier
A World War I era note from Alex F. H. Davison Jr. of Private Supply Co. 311, American Expeditionary Forces, praises Salvation Army workers who traveled through France and Germany aiding troops. He urges every overseas veteran to support their call and wishes the corps success.
Salvation Army Letters From Home Helps Soldiers
A soldier recalls the Salvation Army girls serving near German artillery in France. He credits their nourishment, cheer, and bold spirit with sustaining morale and inspiring perseverance for the American troops. He urges continued liberal support to the Salvation Army for their aid to servicemen. FRANK A HOLDEN
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Salvation Army
France
Frank A
Holden
There Everywhere Doing Good Says Private Hutchins
Private Jake Hutchins testifies to the Salvation Army’s work in war torn Europe describing its equal treatment of soldiers. He recalls hospitable huts, free writing materials, affordable meals, and broad care for the wounded, praising the Army’s widespread aid and urging support.
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Fratee
Ime
Salvation Army
Europe
Jake Hutchins
Salvation Army Earned Thanks From Returning Soldiers
Wade Parr recalls how Salvation Army workers aided troops in France with hot coffee doughnuts and free meals. He notes soldiers in rear areas and front lines benefited, praising their tireless care for the wounded and hungry, regardless of creed or nationality.
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France
Salvation Army
U.S. A
Wade Parr
Men in Service Honored Last Night at SC A
The Agricultural College auditorium hosted a tribute to soldiers and sailors from the institution who served and returned, with two fallen alumni remembered. A display used black profile pictures and a large American tag framed the event, while a program praised the alumni’s service and included readings, songs, and a floral reception. More than forty alumni pictures lined the walls as trustees plan a permanent exhibition.
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The
Agricultural College
France
Georgia
Tack
Elizabeth Farra
John RK
Dro AL M Soule
JT Wheeler
America the Beautiful
Paul Tabor
Tom Rutland
AU Brest
Wilson
Hugh Smission
W. O. Collins
United States Navy
J. E. Everette
SW. Starr
Haughey
Dr. Soule
Evryone
Elliott Baxter
TC. Jones
Midville
Auto Collision on Milledge Ave Yesterday
Yesterday at noon Clyde Pendley driving from Springdale Avenue collided with Ira Thomas on Milledge Avenue. Poor visibility and exchanged signals led Pendley to strike the side of Thomas’s car. Thomas’s car suffered heavy damage and blocked the street car track until moved by hand. No damage estimate available yet.
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Clyde Penley
Springdale Avenue
Ira Thomas
Pendley
Milledge Avenue
Thomas
Thoma
Stret
Captain Meadow Praises Salvation Army Service in France
W. K. Meadow recalls the Salvation Army in the American Expeditionary Forces huts and canteens in France. He notes soldiers felt refreshed and cared for by workers who served with evident spirit and joy, earning broad praise from all who benefited.
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Salvation Army
France
W. K. Meadow
Salvation Army praised for services to boys in France
RK R Hodgson lauds the Salvation Army for tireless aid everywhere in France. Mrs Julius Talmadge’s friends report she sprained her ankle but remains able to go out in her car.
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Julius Talmadge
Sermons to Live By by Elam Franklin Dempsey
A sermon explores following divine tutelage, risking earthly life for eternal dignity. It cites Matthew 16 17 and Mark 8 38 and recalls Polycrates martyrdom, urging fearless commitment to spiritual and intellectual growth.
Cottonseed Industry Sees Shifts In April on Hand
Washington May 19 Less cotton seed on hand at mills April 30 than last year while crude oil on hand is up and refined oil down from year ago. Census report shows imports and exports in oil cake meal linters and related products with totals for August 1 to April 30 and April 30 on hand.
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Washington
Census Bureau
Linters
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