Strong Tax Equalization Measure Passes Senate 29 to 12
The Miller Anderson substitute to the Sheppard tax equalization bill, creating a state tax commissioner and county boards of tax assessors, passed the Georgia Senate 29 to 12 after a four hour debate. Supporters hailed the vote as a major step, while opponents warned the house must act. The measure promises to bring over 1.6 million dollars into the state treasury, may lower the state millage, and aims to unearth unreturned and inequitable property across roughly 37 million acres statewide. The bill now heads to the House for consideration.
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Tension Eases as Wilson Seeks Peace in Mexican Crisis
Washington observes reduced tension between the United States and Mexico after Frederico Cambon’s message of faith in U S judgment. President Wilson says interference is unlikely and Lind arrives in Mexico City to help broker peace while officials prepare suggested measures to Huerta.
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Lind's Note Ready for General Huerta
Mexico City on August 11 reports that John Lind, Wilson's representative, prepared a state department message for President Huerta. The document reflects at least part of Washington's wishes and is ready for presentation.
Governor Sulzer Impeached Over Campaign Funds Misuse
Albany August 12 The Frawley committee report charging Governor Sulzer with diverting campaign contributions to his own use and with perjury was adopted by the legislature early today. A resolution to impeach him for willful and corrupt conduct in office and for high crimes and misdemeanors passed the Assembly by 64 to 36. Perjury is charged as the committee accuses him of falsifying accounts, obstructing investigations, and approving bills to aid his primary measure. Contempt findings target Sarecky and Colwell for refusing to answer questions. The chamber overflowed with a crowd as action moved toward immediate impeachment.
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Blue Sky Bill Passes in House Ends Session Moves to Senate
The legislature ends its current session with the blue sky law passage and a resolution to appoint a committee on the W A lease. The Senate will not entertain new House measures, shifting focus to Senate bills and the general appropriation bill and tax equalization. McCrory school book bill and home for wayworn girls appropriation are among measures killed. Mr McCrory of Schley spoke at the House session.
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2000 Men Lynch Negro Assailant in Laurens
A mob of about 2000 men gathered in Laurens at 1 80 o clock to lynch Richard Puckett, a young Black man accused of criminal assault. After overpowering sheriff and deputies, the mob forced entry, hanged him at a railway trestle, and fired several hundred shots into his body before dispersing. The prisoner reportedly confessed to the sheriff later that afternoon, though the crowd was not informed. A separate report notes an attack on a well known young county woman earlier that morning, leading to a manhunt and multiple arrests. Continued on page mine.
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Zachry Fight Over Custody and Extradition From South Carolina
Augusta attorney Julian J Zachry faces extradition to Columbia on a fugitive charge as Governor John M Slaton weighs if he committed crime in South Carolina. Mary Zachry accuses him of kidnapping their child Frances and cruelty for taking the girl by car to Augusta, amid a separated marriage and custody dispute. The case also involves alleged failure to support his wife and children, with testimony from Harlem officials and details of the couple’s marriage in 1909 and their two children. Continued on Page Nine.
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Testimony in cabbage digestion timeline trial drifts
Court hearing on the Brank murder case features Dr. Roy Harris and other physicians debating cabbage digestion timing. Witness Herbert Schiff defends Frank’s financial statements while confirming possible morning involvement. No sensational revelations emerge as testimony continues to unfold.
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Weather Prophecy Far North Georgia Forecast
North region forecasts sporadic showers while southern portions see occasional showers on Tuesday and Wednesday. Temperature readings blank. rainfall and deficieny data incomplete. Local report notes mean and normal temperatures not available.
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