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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1919

Page

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Wilson to outline high cost of living measures before Congress

President Wilson prepared to deliver a substantial address to Congress outlining steps to relieve the high cost of living. The plan, prepared with the attorney general and a subcommittee, covers labor and production issues, rail wages, and enforcement against price gouging and hoarding.

Washington Wilson Congress House Senate Blanton Texas Republian Mordell Corgrass Palmer Commerce

Duluth Bank Robbery Bandits On the Loose Near Atlanta

Four bandits seized $1,300 from the Duluth Farmers and Merchants Bank, killed a bank cashier, and fled in a car toward Atlanta. Police chase extended into the night with Duluth and Norcross officers joining the hunt as investigators fear the robbers are now in or headed for Atlanta.

Duluth Atlanta Duluth Bank Sander Thurainy Bob Waggoner M. C G. Burdette Norcross Manta Thor E. N. Brooks Band!t Stone Mountain Camp Gordon Georgia Coring EL Lowe

Mother Pins Distinguished Service Cross On Lieutenant Forrester

Mrs. George W. Forrester pins the Army Distinguished Service Cross on Lt. Robert Forrester at Fort McPherson General Hospital No. 6. Lt. Forrester, of the 27th Infantry, 82d Division, was cited for extraordinary heroism near Pont-a-Mousson on September 13, 1918, during a daylight raid that reduced casualties and inspired his men. He is paralyzed from battle wounds and remains hospitalized.

Wrand E. Price George W. Forrester Robert Forrester Thomas S. Bratton General Hospital No. 6 Fort McPherson Robert R. Forrester Peachtred Road T. 9. Bratton Fort McPhergon Forteater Forrester S27th Infantry Pont-a-Mousson St. Mihiel Front-a-Mousson Sapien Korres Firs

Atlanta to raise union fund by end of week says Willis

G F Willig, chair of the finance committee, told Atlanta Thursday the city would raise the reunion fund to cover the $60,000 goal and more if needed. He said citizens are rallying and backing the effort to give veterans the best possible reunion, noting wholesale merchants would aid.

Atlanta G. F. Willig Willis

Fragmentary local note on a political issue remains unclear

A fragmented text from a local newspaper item mentions Lohman and Patiog in a political dispute but the context and action are unreadable. No clear outcome or dates can be derived from the legible phrases.

Will Harben Noted Georgia Writer Dies in New York

Will N. Harben, famed Georgia-born editor and author of Pole Baker and numerous southern stories, died in New York. Born July 5, 1858 in Dalton, he lived in the south through business ventures before turning to literature, contributing many short stories and books to national reading circles. He was a member of the National Institute of Arts and Letters.

New York Will N. Barden Hardén Dalton Pole Baker South Mr. Harben Uly 5 Nathaniel Parkes Myra Richardson Harben Ste ‘Pole Baker Ann F. Eorgta

Stories of Rent Increases Highlight City Committee Hearing

A special city council committee met Thursday to investigate rising rents. J A Coteh presided with Aldermen Styron Richard Carpenter and Bittle. residents testified of yearly rent jumps from 16 to 20 dollars then to 25, urging action amid widespread increases.

J. A. Coteh Fifth Ward J. ¥.,Styron Richard Ap A. P. Carpenter C. "Bittle J . EB. Li Poller Fuller Versboay Fader Tapi Neory

Action of Men in Quitting or Attempt to Substitute

A dramatic political note accuses certain figures of driving resignations as an intimidation method to substitute power. Resolutions directed at Senators and Congressman Upshaw condemn these tactics as undemocratic pressure and an abuse of process.

Work Upshaw

Directors Urge Wilson to Call Striking Shopmen Back

After an all day session the chamber of commerce resolutions urge the president to end the railroad strike and ask authorities to protect food and property amid national transport breakdown. They denounce the rallying of workers in government service as a disservice to the country during wartime. The group warns of industrial war threats and nationwide strikes as the nation adapts to postwar conditions.

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Wilson Sets Standoff Over Railroad Wage Demands

President Wilson informs Hines that he is authorized to address read shop workers wage demands on their merits once they return to duty. He notes the chief obstacle is the strike itself, with workers repudiating authority. Senate committee says no extra wage board is needed. Text of the president’s letter follows.

Washington Wilson Hines Agen Erty Cumming Irman White House Senate Interstate Commerce Eal Congress

Weather Forecast Georgia Showers and Thunderstorms

Reports indicate showers and thunderstorms across Georgia with coastal activity. Weekend outlook includes cloudy skies and possible rain, with temperatures varying from highs to lows and rainfall totals around 2.77 inches this period.

Washington Georgia

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