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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1919
Page
17
Chicago authorities report a relatively quiet day since Sunday as five regiments of state troops quell riots that left 22 dead and more than 2000 injured. Militiamen patrol the south side while rain dampens crowds and arrests for concealed weapons rise. sporadic fights continue but no mob attacks are noted.
Continues on foreign relations committee as Senators from New Hampshire New India and California press for material reservations to the treaty. Leaders such as Lodge Johnson Fall Knox question alien property provisions while debate hints at imminent developments involving Tokyo and Shantung.
Senator Owen of Oklahoma urged the Senate to ratify the League of Nations covenant to establish a new world order. He argued the covenant is wise and well drafted, preventing international anarchy by substituting law for force and honoring collective security among nations.
Louisiana Democrat Senator Banator Ransdell argues in a Senate speech for ratification of the League of Nations Covenant. He says the world league can end war after suffering and sacrifice from World War I, urging action despite objections. He asserts opposing views offer no constructive alternative.
Moultrie Georgia residents heard at a recent reorganization meeting that $27,000 will fund major improvements to the country club property. A clubhouse a swimming pool tennis court and other features are planned to begin within days to replace the former fire damaged facility. New officers W Aycock and J R Hallier were elected along with governors W C Versen RN Stokes and W Stokes. Membership will be increased to 109.
A general scheme begins in Leeds to place all telegraph and phonograph lines underground across England. Plans focus on modernizing communications and reducing surface clutter, with officials emphasizing efficiency and public safety.
Announcement made Thursday that Claud L. Barnwell entered the race for Ninth Ward city council representative. The move follows urging from Ninth Ward supporters and others to make a formal announcement.
In March 1617 council elected Barnwell to the Police Commission Ninth Ward and he has held the position since. He has introduced reforms benefiting police efficiency and has been a resident of Jefferson for over 16 years. He announced on Thursday that his candidacy is nonpartisan with no factional ties.
The morning paper supplies first news of markets and stores, letting Atlanta businesspeople shop before trading begins. A thrifty housekeeper and businesswoman alike use early reports to plan purchases, from socks to savings.
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