Southern Press Fights Rayburn Bill Steeped In Development
Southern newspapers unite against Rayburn railroad securities bill provisions seen as blocking needed southern extensions to plantations mines and new industries. They advocate limited regulatory scope to ensure funds are used for legitimate purposes and oppose broad ICC oversight that could delay or block southern growth.
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A Woman's Noble Work and Mrs Wilson's Legacy
Mrs John D Hammond of Augusta writes on Mrs Woodrow Wilson's death noting her tireless efforts for human betterment. She highlights Mrs Wilson's work to elevate negro citizenship and reduce crime, tracing this to antebellum plantation duties of the mistress of the big house.
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The Crematory and the City in a Test of Contracts
The city debates the crematory contract and whether the facility is meeting obligations. A neutral test by impartial experts is urged to determine if the crematory handles the guaranteed garbage amount. If compliant, payment should follow. if not, the city should withhold until standards are met. The dispute harms the city and is likely headed to court.
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Southern War Claims and Senate Delay Threaten Payment
The article details long running efforts to pay Civil War era claims via omnibus bills. It notes the bill's passage in the House, pending Senate action, and possible conference delays. Georgia cases and southern claims loom large while partisan dynamics threaten enactment.
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Cotton Plan in Thomasville Banks Aid Farmers
The Thomasville banks plan to finance the cotton crop by offering six cents per pound on cotton warehouse receipts and hold the cotton at standard interest, allowing farmers to obtain a loan and hold until market prices settle. The move aims to help farmers and is urged to be widely utilized.
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Mrs Wilson's Death From Overwork For Humanity
A Georgia writer recalls Mrs Wilson a southern Christian woman who died after waging a housing reform campaign in Washington to clear alleys that confined thousands of Black residents. She championed slum clearance, supported by senators and congressmen, while advocating uplift for both white and Black communities. Her life bridged southern Christian duty and racial uplift amid political effort.
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Panama Canal Open To All Warring Fleets
War fleets may fight three miles from both canal entrances while bands of rules ensure free equal transit. The canal shall be open to all nations observing terms of complete equality and no discrimination in traffic charges or conditions.
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Georgia Campaign Updates From State Political Grist
A May 9 edition reports on Georgia political skirmishes with Terrell defending Dorsey against Hoke Smith aides claiming Dorsey loses appeal, while Anderson leads Anderson supporters in several counties. Rainey praised by the Tifton Gazette, Hardwick denies gains, Felder counters, and Felder supporters plan appearances in Clayton and neighboring areas.
Our Country World Shop and Carrier
A Columbus Board of Trade statement from August 11 1914 argues the United States must become a leading maritime nation. It advocates foreign-built ship registry, valorizing cotton, expanding currency power, and financing merchant marine growth to drive US industrial, commercial and agricultural expansion.
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