Favorable Report on Wimberly Bill Passed by House
The Wimberly anti trust bill was reported favorably by the house committee on general judiciary in executive session Wednesday afternoon. Citizens from Atlanta, Athens, and other cities opposed it, and it may be rushed to the senate if committees act. The bill defines illegal contracts and price controls, threatening many business interests in the state. The same session also saw a favorable action on a noted anti competition section, while other measures, including a proposal to alter city charter governance in Laurens County, were debated or defeated.
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House Committee On General Judiciary
House Committee
Fnally
Atlanta
Waron
Athens
House
Senate
Aecus
Southern Ice
Seneri! Judiciary Committee
Aoelsh Tee Fees
Bbb County
Te Udpoint
Agaist
Rouse
City of
Lublin
Laurens County
Crest
Safe
Martin Stevens
Conte
Anderson speaks to Fairburn voters in Georgia campaign
Georgia candidate R. B. Anderson spoke to a large audience in Fairburn yesterday. He outlined his policies for a four year term for the governor, opposed Western and Atlantic railroad tie ins, urged an economical administration of state finances, and called for improved vital statistics and land title registration systems.
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Ratibern
Rindelph Anderson
Suvuino
Trent Fix
Zr Arderson
Western and Atlantic Railroad
Seaboard
Louis Aisie
Nashville
Georgia
Crisp Farmers Appeal to Senators for Help
After a Cardele Chamber meeting, messages were prepared to Senators Hoke Smith and West and to the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. They urge federal aid to valorize the cotton crop and protect it amid European war pressures. The plea calls for immediate action to aid the South and cotton farmers.
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Cercola Ga Auguet
Cardele Chamber of
Cummeres
Hoke Smith
WS West
Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Senator Smth
Senator West
Diamonds as a Road Investment and Wealth Concentration
Diamonds are portrayed as a means to concentrate wealth in small bulk and easily convert to cash. The text argues demand for good quality diamonds outpaces supply, driving prices up, citing a 175 percent rise in ten years. It urges readers to compare diamond returns with stocks, bonds, real estate, or savings bank yields and to request a booklet on buying plans.
Pleasant day with increasing sun after morning clouds
Weather outlook describes cloudy start and a warm day with possible early morning shower. Most of the day will be fair with clearing skies and bright sunshine. Early temps around 70 rising to near 88 degrees as winds shift light westerly to northern.
Three Homes Looted by Negro Burglar Band
Three residences on Wabash Avenue and Boulevard were robbed by three Black suspects yesterday afternoon while occupants were away. I W H Sergeant, linked to the Southern Betting company, found his home ransacked at 1:80 pm. EX Davidson’s 400 Boulevard house showed furniture displaced after a passing Negro cook frightened away by threats. BE A Davidson and BE A Causey returned to discover extensive disorder and losses, with full extent to be determined.
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Wabash
Boulevard
IWH
Southern Betting Company
EX Davidson
Me &Rees
Fain
Davidson
Murray
War without effect on Cupid in Crisp County
Cordele Ga August Special It is evident that the European war has not spooked Crisp county youths into marriage licensing. Judges and county officials report young men paying for licenses to wed Crisp county women despite war news. Farmers praise crops and confidence in President Wilson amid ration concerns.
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Crisp CO
Crisp County
Wilson
Farmers Happy With Meat and Grain Production in Bulloch County
In Bulloch County Georgia farmers report brighter prospects for a cotton crop but concern over possible price slumps. Many farmers have pivoted to raising meat and grain this year, improving profitability for those growing corn and hominy. The county soil favors diversified crops beyond cotton, suggesting farmers may plant more for home use next year.
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Statesboro
Bulloch
Bulloch County
Danish old people's home manager kills wife then hangs self
Thorvald Niel ison, manager of the Danish Old People Home in Chicago, shot and killed his wife, the matron, and then hanged himself. Inmates said they had planned the murder and suicide but could not stop them due to age. A quarrel with Mrs Xellaon over management preceded the tragedy.
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Chicago
Thorvald Niel Ison
Mra Xellaon
McWarburg and Delano Confirmed by Senate Banking Panel
Washington report states Paul McWarburg of New York and Frederick Delano of Chicago were recommended for the federal reserve board by the senate banking committee. Senator Bristow opposed both nominations. Senate confirmation was anticipated the next day.
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Washington
Paul McWarburg
New York
Frederick Delano
Chicago
Federal Reserve Board
Senate Banking Committee
Bristow
Senate
Mrs Nina Watson Dies After Swallowing Acid
In Wayerass on August 3 Mrs Nina Watson died from the effects of swallowing carbolic and other acids. She had suicidal intent and never regained consciousness. The remains were shipped to Brunswick tonight for interment.
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Nina Watson
Wayerass
Wing Watson
Brunsw
Felder Delivers Address at Camilla
Felder spoke to an enthusiastic Camilla audience on August 5. He outlined his platform and record, urging voters to support his candidacy.
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T. S&s. Felder
Camilla
Camila
Thomas Helder
Jnto
Seven Foot Alligator Attends Louisville Fish Fry
Special report from Louisville August 5 describes JF Comer hosting an old time fish fry for about three hundred guests at Old Town. A dam break freed a mill pond fish catch and an exciting episode involved a seven foot alligator tearing nets and escaping.
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Louisville
JF Comer
Flah
Old Town
Nicaragua Treaty Signed to Pay For Panama Canal Rights
Secretary Bryan and Nicaraguan minister General Chamoirre signed a treaty in Washington to pay 300 400 dollars to the Central American republic for perpetual interoceanic canal rights and naval bases in the Gulf of Panama. Bryan outlined the document to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and it is considered to have Senate approval.
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Washington
Bryan
Chamoirre
Cantral American Republic
Ines
Mt Bryan
Senate Foreign Relations
One Fireman Killed In Water Tower Blaze Wreck
A hose snapped loose at a six story retail district blaze, hurling several firemen from a water tower. One fireman died and several others were seriously injured. The fire occurred at a building occupied by manufacturing concerns. Hundreds of workers escaped before discovery of the flames. no one is believed trapped.
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Stows
DY Manufacturing
Hamer
West Attacks Trade Board Bill in Senate Debate
Senator West of Georgia led a sharp attack on the trade commission bill passed by the Senate, calling it inquisitorial and an intrusion on states rights. He warned it would swell government payrolls, threaten honest business, and invite legal chaos by empowering a new federal commission to oversee every firm and partnership.
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John Corrigan
Washington
Augusta
West
Georgia
Thomas
Colorado
Senate
Smith
Iman
Lomminsler
Partnershp Association
Iowa
Cummans
Tty
Ily
Omu
Unis Commission
Confupion
Lawn
Lke
Janus
West Sar
Senitin
Usc
Ringworms cured by Cuticura in two months
A 1914 personal testimony from Daniel W Chase describes severe ringworm infection on the scalp that caused hair loss and irritation. After trying home remedies, Cuticura Soap and Ointment provided relief within two months and full hair regrowth after continued use. Samples and a promotional booklet offer are noted from Cuticura, Boston.
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Daniel W Chase
Sui
Oread
Ggticura
Dept
Boston
Dorsey speaks to Gwinnett voters at Lawrenceville
Hugh M Dorsey addressed about 1300 Gwinnett residents on the courthouse lawn in Lawrenceville. He contrasted Joe Brown and Hoke Smith, praising Brown’s record while accusing Smith of flip flops and empty promises. The crowd heard a detailed comparison of the two men and their public service.
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Lawrenceville
Hugh M Dorsey
Gwinnett County
Dorsey
WE Simmons
Colonel Dorsey
Hoke Smith
Joe Brown
Smith
Sayng
Dorasys
Mateners
Browns
Brown
Rimaelf
Icaar
Wien
Corey
Hohesmith
Gwinnett
Smith and Brown
Mercers Ys
New Pastor Named For Sacred Heart Church Atlanta
Roman Catholics and other denominations note changes at Sacred Heart church and Marist college in Atlanta. Father George Rapier leaves after three years to become president of All Hallows college in Salt Lake City, to be replaced by Father Peter McOscar from Westerly. Multiple appointments follow including Father J Horton overseeing Marist college and Father L J L DuBois sent to Washington D C as president of the Marist college there. The departure of long time educator Father MecOxeur and the leadership shifts at Marist college mark a broad reorganization.
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J . Horton
Marist College
L JL DuBois
Washington Ldc
Marist Pricets
MecOxeur
Atlanta
Bacred Heart Church
Seho Callene
Cather Gunn
Colli
Pather Horton
T W Hardwick Speaks in Cherokee County
Thomas W Hardwick, candidate for the United States senate, delivered three speeches in Cherokee County. At Woodstock he spoke to supporters, at noon to a crowded courthouse during a court adjournment, and at Ball Ground he addressed several hundred people.
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Canton
Thomas W Hardwick
United States Senate
Cherokee County
Woodstock
Superior Court
Hardwick
Record of a Senate Candidate and Opponents
Lines discuss his congressional record and qualifications for the office he seeks, along with records of opponents and their qualifications for the senator role. He was well received in the county by supporters.
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Congress
Admiral Bradford Dead at 70 in Chelsea Hospital
Rear Admiral Royal Bird Bradford retired died at the naval hospital yesterday. He was 70, admitted July 27 after suffering from dropsy. Bradford was a noted naval figure who served with distinction.
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Chelsea
Naval Hospital
Royal Bird Bradford
Bradford
Wisconsin jury returns guilty verdict in Columbus murder case
A Wisconsin circuit court jury found a man guilty with a life imprisonment recommendation in a quadruple murder linked to a Columbus area arson and a related killing near Bacue Vista. Names include Warner and Jenkins, with other suspects Davis and McGinty noted in the long-running, unresolved case. The verdict caps a period of tense mystery surrounding the series of murders that troubled the region.
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Columbus
Wiscog
Uprior
Jenkins Ibas Sen
Jenling
Munder
Warner
Cerh Woods
John Davin Col
Oscar McGinty
Euiner
Uast Davis
Lenin
Valdastaly
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Tie West
Wiehell Stee
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Watchell
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Senator Smith
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Cwan
Tng
Joewan
Moke Smith
Sacred Heart
Mc Oscar
Father Rapier
All Hallows’ College
T. W. Hardwick
Admiral Bradford
Polk’s Department Store
West End
Gordon Street
Buck
Whitehall
Eiseman Bros., Inc
Palm Beach
Norfolk
Panama
Bangkok
Eiseman Bros
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