Employers' Liability Bill Advances in Senate Debate
Georgia House passes the Employers' Liability Bill to equalize damages for workers injured or killed on job. The measure, mirroring federal and state trends, seeks to end contributory negligence obstacles for railroad and other employees and moves to the Senate for final action. The article notes a pending deadline and emphasizes justice and societal obligations.
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Senate
Great Army of Railway
Georgia
Prophecy of the Harvests Guides a Bright Economic Outlook
The weekly AP financial letter notes stock prices at a high peak not seen since 1906 and forecasts broad prosperity. It credits farmer vitality and harvests with driving solid foundations for commerce, while cautioning against speculative excess and inflation as Washington politics fade in importance.
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Financial Letter
The
Associated Press
New York Stock Exchange
America
Washington
Virginia and Lee statues join Washington in national hall
The piece notes Virginia sends fine statues of Washington and Lee to the national hall of fame in Washington. It discusses mixed northern reaction to Lee, the reunion theme after Civil War, and praises the idea as a symbol of national unity and the “rebirth of nationality.”
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Washington
George Washington
Robert E Lee
Yorktown
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Bull Run
Gettysburg
Santiago Harbor
San Juan Hill
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Republc
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Republic
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Appomattox
Lea
Growth of Technology Department at Atlanta High School
The article outlines the rise of a separate technological department at Greater Tech High School in Atlanta. It argues the need for a dedicated building, faculty, and equipment to properly advance technical training, noting growth, expansion needs, and the department’s role as a pathway to Georgia Tech and other institutions.
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Technological Department
Boys’ High School
Georgia
South
State School of Technology
Georgia Tech
Seeing America by the President on Taft’s fall tour
A description of President Taft's planned fall tour across the United States beginning September 15, covering about 13,300 miles and reaching most states with possible meetings with Diaz of Mexico on neutral ground. The piece comments on presidential campaigns and public access to the president.
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Taft
United States
Diaz
Mexico
To Mahomet to mountain, a political portrait
The passage offers a satirical view of the president's size and influence, praising how exposure to diverse, powerful assets sharpens perception. It argues that citizens in any state should gauge the ruler's character beyond partisanship, noting Taft's sympathetic outlook as a model. The tone is reflective and celebratory of national leadership.
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Taft
Georgia
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Arizona
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Nacoochee School Session Closes in White County
The Nacoochee training school for Christian workers in Nacoochee Valley White County Georgia concluded an eight week summer session. Led by Rev C S Stacy and speakers from Georgia and nearby states the program emphasized Bible study Sunday school methods and spiritual lessons. The session gathered local families and figures from Commerce Elberton Ringgold Macon and Charleston with a promise their teaching would endure in the community.
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Ringgold
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Macon
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Elberton
Nacoochee Institute
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Johnston
Charles ‘Ton
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Esperanto Congress Meets at Chautauqua
The second American Esperanto congress opened at Chautauqua with Frank Chapin Bray welcoming attendees including W J Spillman and Edwin Read. Virgil Dibbie spoke for South Carolina education, while letters of support came from colleges and state education officials.
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United States
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Lsperante Association
Benedict Papat
University of Chicago
Colonel Pollen
Virgil Dibbie
Charleston
South Carolina
Georgia Poultry Show to Be Held in Atlanta Next January
The Georgia Poultry Show Association met at the New Kimball where officers were elected for the next term and a January show in Atlanta was tentatively scheduled with dates to be announced. Officers named include H Hastings president PW Martin vice president CO Harwell secretary JT Kar wish treasurer, and Alf Bertling as superintendent. The group invited kennel owners statewide to join.
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Rrpantec
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Atlanta
Wil V Zimmer
PW. Martin
Harwell
M Karwish
WV Zimmet
Wol Allard EM Morris
JW. Johnson and
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Alf Bertling
Auto Track Progress Ahead of Schedule in Atlanta Racecourse
The Atlanta Automobile Association reports $300 000 two mile track work advancing windily and two weeks ahead of schedule. President Candler and Secretary Durant visit daily. CDI Clane oversees office work while manufacturers submit flag designs for a pennant.
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Candler
Durant
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Williams Resigns as Treasurer, Todd Elected at Publishing House
Victor F Todd of Mississippi assumed control of the treasurer's office of the Congressional Methodist Publishing House yesterday morning, succeeding DeWitt R Williams who left to join the Interstate Holdings Company after accepting a board offer.
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Mississippi
Congressional Methodist Publishing House
DeWitt R Williams
Interstate Holdings Company
Ex-Husband of Patti Rosa Files Status Report
Robert Scott, divorced husband of Patti Rosa and noted actor, filed a report in Honolulu. He recently worked as an inspector for the Honolulu Board of Health and was described as a prominent figure in local circles.
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Tlonolulu
Robert Scott
Teddy
Honolulu
Watermelon Cutting for Atlanta Newsboys Rally
An educational rally at Grant Park pavilion honors Atlanta newsboys with a free watermelon feast. Chartered cars ferry newsboys from Broad and Marietta streets at 7:30 PM, with separate provisions for colored boys and a designated eating area. Notable speakers include Hon J K Orr, Hon Carl Vinson, and Frank P Rice, plus a Georgia legislator and local business leaders.
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AID TO SISTER CAPTAIN SCOTT ENDS IN COURTHOUSE MEETING
New York August 9 Mars Scott Castle who shot William Craig had a revolver incident. Castle released on seven thousand dollar bail after a class of imprisonment. Captain Henry Harrison Scott USA aided by a Brooklyns tailor Darla Manus posted a bondsman. A meeting between Craig and Captain Scott failed to produce drama in the courthouse corridor after adjournment.
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Drowned in Coosa River near Vide ferry tragedy in Alabama
Herman Tyneh, 18, drowned at Vide ferry on the Coosa River as Lynch allegedly drove a buggy into the river rather than waiting for the nearby ferry. The horse and buggy were recovered, but Tyneh’s body had not been found after about an hour. Conflicting stories claimed he was asleep or acted strangely before the incident.
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Two Girls Drowned In Mill Pond Swim
Two teenage girls Hebecca Womack and Ella Freeman ages about fifteen to sixteen, daughters of prominent locals, drowned while swimming in a mill pond near their homes in Bivana Fla. Their bodies were recovered hours later.
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Hebecca Womack
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Postpone Blind Tiger Trials in Montgomery
Law and order league detectives who sought warrants against alleged violators of prohibition, mobbed earlier for their action, were docketed to appear for trial. Reports of threats against these Tennessee detectives prompted police concern. The cases were continued until the October term of the court.
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Hitchcock Names Suter Washington Correspondent
General Hitchcock appointed Jesse S. Suter of Greensburg Pennsylvania as a member of his confidential staff in the post office department. Suter, a Washington newspaper man, was with the publicity bureau of the Republican National Committee during the last national campaign.
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Jesse SL. Suter
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Nashville Tennessean
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Republican National Committee
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Exchange Increases Capital at Georgia Automobile Exchange
In Columbus Georgia at the annual stockholders meeting the Georgia Automobile Exchange boosted its capital stock to 25000 dollars. The company bought a central lot and erected a modern office building with a garage and a machine shop on the first floor.
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Acapulco Hit by Another Severe Earthquake Shock
Mexico City reports Acapulco suffered a powerful tremor this morning. Residents were greatly frightened but there was no loss of life or major property damage reported.
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Acapulco
Mexico City
Battle to curtail recorder power ends in compromise
In Macon the senate corporations committee heard contrasts over curbing the recorder's authority. The Hall bill would cut fines from 500 to 280, cap jail at 30 days, and set contempt fines at 200 or two days. Macon delegates pressed opposition while supporters cited enforcement needs. debate highlighted local reformers and clergy figures.
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Macon
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Compulsory Education Bill Delayed Amid House Debate
The compulsory education measure stalls amid crowded calendar and a rules committee postponement pact. Dr Littleton eyes next session for passage as supporters push for action despite doubts. The Electric Power Bill advances, authorizing municipal franchises for electric firms to secure Piedmont Power Company securities under Georgia law.
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Richmond
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Chatham
Russes Committee
Sam
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Sir Parker of Talbot
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Flood of House Bills Rushed to the Senate
The House pressed a day long rush of bills to the Senate to gain first readings while the Senate held back, having passed most measures. The process aims to allow bills to complete three readings in five days, a tactic begun in 1884 after a quick third day passage. Captain Hansell cites the historical practice as the Senate adjourned after 5 pm.
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Women to act on school boards bill advances
In Montgomery Alabama the committee favorably reported a bill allowing women as advisor members of school boards. Backed by the Alabama Federation of Club Women the measure cleared the committee and moved to the senate calendar. It may reach third reading tomorrow amid some opposition from absent legislators.
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Ala
Alabama
Senate
Alabama Federation of Club Women
Body of Woman Found Under Hay in Florence
Florence August 9 Lola Rose, a white woman, was found under hay with a cord wrapped around her throat twice in a hard knot. Prentice Johnson is under arrest for the crime. a roll of money is missing.
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