Stormy Session in Georgia House Over Prohibition Bills
A heated Georgia House session erupted Monday as temperance leaders fought to force a report on a prohibition bill. Debate blocked passage of the general appropriation bill and rail projects, with Judge Hopkins proposing a report on whisky shipment proof. The tussle drew in Speaker Burwell, leaders from Burke and Fulton, and ended with adjournment as Andrews retained the floor to press for action on the temperance measures.
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Thomas County
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Fulton
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Meriwether
Senate committee rejects suffrage bill amid brisk debate
In a swift five minute vote the Senate committee on constitutional amendments recommended that the Dobbs Buchanan measure to submit a woman suffrage amendment to the 1914 general election be not passed. Mrs Mary L McLendog led advocates with remarks contrasting women with societal exclusions. No opponents spoke, and the panel moved to executive session advising defeat.
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Senate
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Thirty Fourth
Mary L. McLendog
Womer
United States
Senate Authorizes W. and A. Commission
A bill by Senator Dobbs unanimously passed the senate authorizing a Western and Atlantic railroad commission. A companion house measure by Representative Andrews proposes the fund and structure, with members appointed by Senate, House, and Governor. The commission may lease the road in December 1919 after locating a director and attorney in the Capitol. A reconsideration on expanding the attorney general role failed 12 to 8. A separate house resolution appropriated 1000 for the governor’s mansion repairs. Senator Walker moved, and Senator Wailer’s obituary for Doorkeeper J. W. Branham passed.
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Fulton
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J. W. Branham
Bit Asks Increase for Prison Commission Chairman
In the house yesterday Morris of Cobb introduced a measure to raise the chairman of the prison commission salary from 2000 to 4000 a year. Dorsey of Cobb offered a resolution for penitentiary subcommittees of both houses to inspect the state farm and convict camps during recess. The resolution went to appropriations due to cost. Atkinson of Fulton proposed raising the secretary of the prison commission salary to 3500.
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Fulton
Howell Cloud Disposes Interest in Cloud Stanford Firm
Howell C. Cloud, organizer of Cloud Stanford, has disposed of his interests in the company and will return to the clothing business after a brief vacation in Atlanta, taking up operations at a new location.
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Howell C. Cloud
Cloud-Stanford Company
Anther
Atlanta
Dr Hill Receives Call from Southwestern University
Athens Ga August 2 Special Reverend Eugene L Hill pastor of First Presbyterian Church Athens on vacation in Montgomery Alabama has been offered the chair of Hebrew at Southwestern University Clarksville Tenn He has received many calls since coming to Athens ten years ago Officials of his church and educators will send a large delegation to a conference with authorities this week to dissuade him from leaving Athens and the state
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Fliat Presbyterian Church
Athena
Montgomery
Ala
Southwestern University
Clarksville
W. GA. Bills Illegal Belief By McLendon On W and A Rail
Former state railroad commissioner Guyt McLendon writes to Senate W and A committee, arguing any law banning further Western and Atlantic track is unfair and unlikely to stand. He outlines the W and A, its value, and Georgia's dual state relation to the railroad, including proprietary and governmental powers. He discusses terminals, double tracking, and future development for Atlanta and Chattanooga, noting the Walters system and terminal needs.
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State's stance on railroad routes sparks legal debate
The piece argues state sovereignty over rail lines, noting court recognition and concerns over paralleling routes between Augusta and Savannah. It quotes Mr. McLendon hopeful about Southern and Western traffic, fearing potential disruption to the Western and Atlantic system and urging state action to preserve the line.
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Atlantic Railroad
Resignation of W W Stark Refused by House
The resignation of Representative W W Stark of Jackson county as chairman of the temperance committee was read and almost unanimously declined. Speaker Burwell defended the committee structure and urged confidence in Stark. Stark cited local conditions and hoped another member could accomplish the task, but offered his resignation as chairman.
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Jackson County
Temperance Committee
House
Burwell
Temerance Committee
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Stark
Kellevin
Summer Training School at Georgia University Gets More Money
The budget bill includes a 7500 dollar appropriation for the summer training school at the state university, up from 5000 dollars this year. Growth drives the request as applications rise and attendance climbs from 936 teachers this year, representing about one tenth of all state teachers. Teachers come from 226 counties, with eighteen counties still without attendees, and officials expect unanimous house support for the increase.
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State University
Jacobs Liver Salt Adverts Promote Gentler Liver Aid
An old advertisement touts Jacobs Liver Salt as a gentle remedy to clear poisons from meat fermentation impacting the stomach and intestines. It claims relief from rheumatism gout and related diseases by removing uric acid, promoting a strong, healthy body without harsh laxatives. The copy urges purchase at Jacobs stores and druggists.
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Georgia Auto Tax Law Fallout Ushers Supreme Court Case
The Georgia Supreme Court case challenges Judge Charlton’s ruling that the state auto license tax is unconstitutional. If the high court upholds the ruling or extends it, Georgia loses power to require car identification and policing on highways. The Jones bill, deemed constitutional by attorneys and Secretary of State Phil Cook, could shield the state from adverse rulings and preserve road funding. The case hinges on whether the state can enforce vehicle identification and policing without the current law. The decision may be handed within two weeks from now.
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Governor pins clemency hearings to monthly official days
The governor will not hear clemency matters after adjournment and cannot spare time while the assembly is in session. Clemency hearings are set on the Inet Thuratsy and Friday of each month. A measure to abolish the Office of county treasurer could let county commissioners choose a local bank for finances, pending senate action. The House judiciary committee endorsed a bill to buy the Gober form book for the state library in exchange for unused volumes. Representative A. T. Conger of Decatur county pushes to reduce the county treasurer’s salary, noting the current situation.
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Athens Swats the Fly in Sweeping Health Drive
Athens Ga reports a major reduction in flies after a health board ordinance requires powdered borax applications every fortnight from March to November to stables cow lots and breeding sites. Officials note dramatic drops in fly numbers across markets public houses and residences compared with last year.
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