Mississippi River flood spreads in Arkansas lowlands
Memphis dispatch reports rapid river spread through levee gaps in eastern Arkansas with camps shifting south of Helena to defend food supplies. Levees crumble near Rosedale and Beulah while towns from Shawnee Village to Cockertine flood. Memphis and Cairo see drops. relief teams distribute aid and may relocate headquarters to Vicksburg.
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Tenn
Arkansas
Mississippi River
Helena
Ark
White River
Modoc
Old Town
Wilars Point
Mise
Cairo
Luxora
Darfield
Osceola
Rosedale
Miss
Beulah
Wilson
Geaves Bayou
Shawnee Village
Joiner
Bassett
LePonte
Tyronzao
Cockertine
Electric Light
St. Francis
Mississippi
Ainhouse
J. C. Neuemoyle
Vicksburg
Migs
Socialists Laud Pierpont Morgan In Public Address
The piece discusses socialist critiques of capitalism and Prostitution causes, comparing Beavers leadership and the Men and Religion Forward Movement. It notes W. J. Holcomb presiding at a business meeting and plans for an outdoor Memorial Day picnic and supper on April 26.
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Beavers
Men and Religion Forward Movement
AJ Schwartz
Atlanta
National
George
Socialist Party
Mr. Henderson
Mr. Morgan
I$s
W. J. Holcomb
Atlanta Festival chorus fills Audito rium for free concert
Thousands along with children and seniors heard Dr. Percy J. Starnes on organ in a tuneful program. The chorus performed with refined attack and finish, highlighting The Harp That Once, Lost Chord, The Minstrel Boy, and Italian selections while noting room for stronger male voices. A Winged Victory gift honored Starnes as the chorus pledged continued support. There will be a chorus reversal Monday night.
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Atlanta Festival Chorus
Percy J. Starnes
Atlanta
Tara
Pinauti
Sands of
Dee
George Mc
Guilmant
Vice President Marshall Warns on Wealth and Privilege
In New York on April 13 Vice President Marshall warned that swelling fortunes and government favors threaten liberty. He argued unrest could push society toward socialism and paternalism, urging support for policies to preserve individual democracy and curb privilege.
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New York
Marshall
National Democratic Club
Carl Marx
Protectiv Stari
Ars
Wilson
Thomas Jefferson
Suffragette meetings broken up in London area
In London on April 18 suffragettes faced fierce opposition as crowds booed and hurled missiles at speakers in Hyde Park. Police intervened to escort the activists. Large police presence at Wimbledon Common and Hempstead Heath as mounted officers charged to protect attendees and restore order.
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London
Hyde Park
Wimbledon Common
Hempstead Heath
Regret for Captain Figueroa Haunts After Victory
Fragment from a historical report describes mourning for Captain Figueroa his death amid a bloody victory. A white-haired soldier laments not dying like him and General Obrezone proclaims readiness to drive Huerta forces from Guaymas as the state claims the win.
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Figueroa
Tata
Qleda
Comey
Guaymes
Obre- Zon
Reply of the Powers to the Balkan Allies
Sofia April 13 The powers hand Premier Guechoff their reply to the allies note on mediation. The document notes no objections to Bulgaria's frontier demand and says certain territorial points will be shared as decisions are made. Financial questions await a technical Paris commission deliberation.
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Sofia
Bulgaria
Guechoff
M. Guechoff
Albania
Paris
Bryan Advocates Religion and Youth Training in Philadelphia
Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan spoke to large audiences in Philadelphia on religion, youth training, and moral conduct. He recalled his own past, warned against gambling, and asserted no need to drink in diplomacy. At Bethlehem Presbyerian Church and the Second Regiment armory he urged building moral character through faith.
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Philadelphia
William Jenkings Bryan
Bethlehem Presbytrian Church
Mr. Bryan
Bryan
Second Regiment
Christ
Lloyd George Will Not Visit United States This Summer
London April 14 Chancellor Lloyd George states in a newspaper report that he cannot visit the United States this summer. He had been invited last September to attend the International Eisteddfod at Pittsburgh, Pa.
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London
Lloyd- George
Tan
United States
Pittaburg
Automobile Crashes Into Water Wagon In Atlanta
George F. Hughes, manager of Newsom's Auto Co, and John Gwinn were badly bruised when a car collided with a street sprinkling wagon on Whitehall Street about 2 am Sunday. They were taken to Grady hospital for treatment. the sprinkler yules were injured but the wagon escaped damage. Charges of reckless driving were served on Hughes and pending in police court tomorrow.
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Whitehall Street
Hear McDaniel
George F. Hughes
Newsom
John Gwinn
Grady Hospital
Hughes
Apr 13 Theft of Trousers Reported in City
O G Amosson of 20 Glass street awoke to find his trousers missing after a broken window. The clothes were later found dew soaked in a yard at Simpson and Mangum streets with pockets’ cards identifying them, but $4.10 in cash was gone. Amosson can be reached at 776 Highland avenue for restitution, no questions asked.
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O. G. Amosson
Glass Street
Cochran
Simpson and
Mangum
Amosson
Highland Avenue
Manchester Young Men Organize Social Club
Manchester Ga April 13 Special Young men in the city organized a social club with aims similar to the Y M C A. The hall above the Trading company store is leased and fitted with fine oak and leather furnishings. A well stocked library will be provided and the club intends to offer wholesome amusements and a comfortable, wholesome social space. Plans include eventually building a modern gymnasium and hall with strong community backing.
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Manchester
Murdered King Left Advice To Children
The late King George in his recently published political will advises his son Constantine to keep the country united, love the people, and balance patience with courage. He cautions against harsh actions that could inflame tempers, and stresses that the nation’s interests come first. He also expresses love for Queen Olga and urges his son to protect her.
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George
Athens
Constantine
Olga
Taft Pays Tribute to Maj Archie Butt at New Haven Memorial
In New Haven on April 12 at Calvary Baptist church Rev J W Hoag read an appreciation by former President Taft for Maj Archibald Butt Taft praised the aide who perished with the ship. He noted Butt’s self abnegation sacrifice and ability to suffer with others saying his heroism will guide future generations.
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New Haven
Conn
Calvary Baptist Church
J. W. Hoag
Archibald Butt
Taft
Major Butt
Archie Butt
Miss Jessie Wilson Visits Little Girl in Richmond
Richmond April 18 Miss Jessie Wilson daughter of the president broke social restraint to visit Josephine Blair an eight year old girl. Blair had written asking to meet the president’s daughter and Wilson approved the visit despite prior social invitations.
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Richmond
Jessie Wilson
Young Women's Christian Association
Josephine Blair
Wence
Miss Blair
Miss Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Miss Jensie
Jessie
Double Bottom Saves Steamer From Sinking
The Canadian Pacific steamship Princesa Sophia struck a rock off Sentinel Island at 2 10 this morning. A large hole opened in the port side bow yet she continued to Vancouver under her own power. The double bottom kept her from sinking as she took little water and was believed in war danger. The incident recalls the August 5 1910 wreck of her sister ship Princess May.
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Juneau
Alaska
Canadian Pacific
Charles Campbell
Sentinel Island
Vancouver
B. C
Notice to Stock Dealers for Construction Department Bids
Sealed proposals addressed to H M Clayton chief of construction will be received until 3 PM Friday April 18 for furnishing four mix hort backs clunky built weight not less than 1100 pounds age not less than six years right to reject any or all bids. RM Clayton Treasury 207946a
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R. M. Clayton
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Tenth Street
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McDaniel
Sewa
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H. M. Claylo
Shief
Ehief
Avelock
RM. Clayton
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