Governor Harris to Appear Before Assembly Over Road Bill
Governor Harris is expected to appear before the assembly to press for action on the Western and Atlantic railroad paralleling measure. The house is riven by a prohibition caucus clash, with leaders vowing to derail non temperance bills until the temperance plans advance. The tense scene signals possible referral shifts and a push for an extra session if needed.
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Atlantic Road
Nat Harria
Senate
Wilson
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North Georgia Mineral Railway Company
Slaton
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Atlanta
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Prohibition
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Burke
Election Called for September 30 to Vote on Bonds
The council unanimously passed an ordinance authorizing a bond election for municipal improvements set for September 30. A $100,000 addition for a cyclorama building at Grant Park brings the total proposed issue to $3,358,000. Amendments realigned funds for Moseley Park and police station upgrades were defeated or tabled. A charter amendment to adjust the city tax rate was withdrawn after opposition. Discourse over printing Beavers trial records continued.
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Sam Freeman
Grady Hospital
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Atlanta
J W Regndele
Ir Armiptead
J C White
Police Commission
James L Beavers
Edwin Johnson
Speed Up Push for Business Now Advertising Urges
The message promotes rapid sales efforts for fall season business. It urges inviting people to buy goods and advertise in The Constitution. The tone is promotional, claiming stronger sales, fewer failures, and broader customer reach. The sign reads Push for Business Now.
Concerted Pan American Effort on Mexican Peace
The United States plans Pan American cooperation to resolve the Mexican question. Ambassadors from Brazil Argentina and Chile and ministers from Bolivia Uruguay and Guatemala will confer with Secretary Laneing at the State Department on Thursday in a confidential informal meeting to discuss the Mexican crisis and regional mediation efforts.
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Warsaw Stripped as Russians Ready to Evacuate
Warsaw is prepared for evacuation as days of exodus move factories, government offices, and hospitals out of the city. Berlin reports suggest Germany nears Riga and aims to sever Russia from the sea, while western fronts see gains and losses as Allied and German forces clash along the Narew, Lomza, Vistula, and Argonne fronts.
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Trial of Beavers Ends in Police Board Deadlock
Beavers suspended police chief testifies that he followed board instructions and acted with duty and oath. Board deadlocks after six days of testimony as acting chief Mayo and assistant chief Jett defend the department. Beavers asserts 85 percent of officers sympathize with him and pledges faithful service.
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Tragedy Follows Affinity Claim as Triple Murder Occurs
Chicago confirms a violent incident. George H Jones, 48, a garage owner, shot dead his wife Catherine Corgrove and her brother John Cosgrove, and wounded his sister-in-law, then fired at his son Harry as a bystander fled. He had pursued relationship with Miss Margaret Bittner, 21, and had filed for divorce after serving notice. Jones attempted suicide after the assault. A crowd pursued him but he escaped. Miss Bittner remained in custody as a witness.
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George H Jones
Catherine Corgrove
John
Jones
Misa
Margaret Esttner
Mr. Jones
Aivarce
Cosgrove
Harry
Miss Bittner
All Copper Articles In the German Empire Seized by Government
Berlin August 2 large crowds of women and boys carried copper kettles pots desk ornaments and other articles to depots in response to the government call to deliver copper for public purposes The mobilization lasts three days paying cash at market price for each article Today only part of the supply was collected as wires and museum roofs and plates remain unused The metal will be drawn on when needed and will be used for public purposes across the empire
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London
No Report To Berlin On Iberian Sinking
Berlin reports no information yet on the Leyland liner Iberian sunk by a German submarine. Officials say it may take ten days to a fortnight before the admiralty can provide an official position.
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Londons
Admiralty
Opening of Session Brings Testimony Limitation Debate
Counsel Edwin Johnson moves to limit witness time under rule 150, proposing two hours for defense, thirty minutes for rebuttal, and one hour per side for argument. Key contends rule abrogated as testimony extended beyond hours. chairman notes actual time used. The mayor explains Wentmoreland spent an hour on demurrer. Johnson argues no rule suspension without unanimous vote as Key urges Atlanta-wide interest.
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Fain
Wentmoreland
All Atlanta
Weather Prophecy Showers Hit Georgia This Week
A weather prophecy foresees showers for Georgia with a cooler Tuesday in the northwest. Wednesday brings parity in clouds with unsettled conditions and mild temperatures across the state.
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