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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1923
Page
12
Alderman Carpenter warned that delaying work on the Boss' High contracts could cost the city about thirty thousand dollars, as contractors threaten to cancel due to rising material and labor costs since bids were first submitted. He believed the threat aims to rush approval and push education board work.
Plan calls for double tracking by the Southern railroad from Atlanta to Birmingham, including sections near Griffin and Merim, to reduce operating costs and speed freight. President Beg said $30,000,000 is appropriated for improvements, with work to begin soon and involve mortgage bonds.
A walkout threat from Memphis streetcar workers centers on a wage scale request from 1 to 8 cents. The report notes potential disruption to service if the demand is not met and cites the union’s stance and city transportation implications.
The Civitan club marked its third anniversary with a Monday night party. A burlesque-like performance featured a mind reader and other acts, with music by Warners Seven Aces providing the entertainment for attendees.
Fragmentary report describes internal clashes among city officials led by Alderman Hart, Reiser, and other figures over control of departments and authority. Mentioned are police, legal actions, campaigns, and upcoming elections shaping power dynamics in Cheenenupe and related areas.
Vet McLendon reports threats by Chief Beavers to file quo warranto against four officers promoted by the committee in defiance of the chief’s order. The four are Captain I. O. Sturdivant and Lieutenants Chewning, Davis of the nun clothes squad, and SOV Barnet of the traffic squad.
Fragmentary report outlines France's refusal to permit a back door route in reparations talks. Mentions Chamber of Commerce, German reparations pressure, and disruptions in coal and industry. References officials in Paris and Berlin, economic chaos, and aims to purge or press for settlement.
Paris reports the French government will press the United States to reject the Chester concessions granted by the Turkish national assembly at Angora. The U S government, though not held responsible, may face unwelcome backing of the American capitalists led by Adina Cuthy Chester and General George Whitsitt as ratification proceeds amid unclear foreign office details.
George Sheram, a seasoned veteran of Tamer counts, completes a long trek back home from a journey to New Orleans and Boise. He reports feeling renewed and plans to continue his activities with a cautious return period.
Convention bureaus will hold a meeting here in November following a letter from Dred Honder minister of the horn of the international association in New York. Delegates from member bureaus will be urged to attend and a trip to Jacksonville is planned for later dates.
Business leaders forecast continued prosperity despite industry squeeze. Officials outline plans to curb power costs and tighten controls to sustain growth. Critics warn price fixes and reduced flexibility may hurt workers and markets.
Washington April 16 more than two thousand delegates attended the thirty second annual congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution. President Harding and Mrs George Maynard Minor spoke while Secretary Hughes addressed the session. Minor urged action against disloyal individuals and warned that pacifists seek to disarm America.
The readable lines discuss gallery pricing and buyer agreement, mention treatment of men and industrial cameras, and reference wartime efficiency. The fragment hints at postwar or wartime comparisons and "We have treated our men better" with unclear context and garbled wording.
Treasury officials report the present business upturn is gradual and healthy with no immediate plan to raise rediscount rates. The capital at risk remains steady as strains on industry are viewed as moderate and broadly positive by federal servants. Some observers fear inflation but no hard action is foreseen.
A defendant pleads guilty in a Mississippi court, apologizing for actions and seeking respect for the court. The suit by Mis Rickhead against Governor Tusnell alleges natution and other offenses. testimony was poised to aid her case. After a week-long trial, the jury swiftly returned a verdict for the defense.
Samuel M. Vauclain, president of Baldwin Locomotive Works, will lecture on The World's Business today at the Chamber of Commerce. He recently completed a lengthy speaking tour to assess current conditions and prospects.
A fragmented political voice emerges as factions debate the impact of the world court on Harding era strategy. Backers warn against open conflict while opponents urge restraint. some Republicans favor a candidate aligned with party strength in local offices and law enforcement to broaden appeal.
A fragment from a 1920s political column describes anti Harding Republicans, led by John son men, who view opposition to the League of Nations as a key brand of the party. They fear Harding may abdicate or name a successor like Hughes or Hoover, while hoping for continued demagoguery to gain leverage in elections. The piece notes Harding’s careful stance and the desire of many senators to see their own man in the White House.
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