Control of Packers Dominates Hearing on Meat Industry
August hearing before a federal trade commission explored packing houses and refrigeration cars, with William B. Colver detailing packers influence, by products, and the need for licenses. He noted efficiency and interstate selling patterns while senators pressed on prices, competition, and the role of wholesalers.
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Packing firms set to testify on proposed price controls
The committee adjourned after Colver stated there is no justification to prevent leather price rises. Armour, Swift, Witton, Morrin, and Cudahy packing companies were ordered to testify next, as representatives of firms most affected by the legislation. Senator Kenyon reserved his right to testify later.
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Lettish Premier warns of famine as relief funds exhausted
Premier Ulman of Letvia declares that without immediate food relief from the American funded program, famine will strike Letvia and Bolshovism may spread. Riga and nearby towns face bread shortages, with flour cuts and a four week gap before September 15. About 3,000 tons of flour needed. Lettish steamer Statov to collect war prisoners and bring aid from Danzig if possible.
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Doubt on eligibility of Straten for state highway board chair
Doubt arises over Dr. Charles M Straten of Athena for chairman of Georgia's new state highway board after a law prohibiting holding another state office may apply. Governor refers to attorney general to decide if Straten’s current university position conflicts. Straten says university trustees must consent before serving. Also questions if Samuel Yates Austin must resign his honorary Rover role before highway board service. Other candidates for superintendent of banks include W. H. Toole, T. FR Bennet, N. L. North, Reginald Hodgson, J. S. Ballinsworth. Four‑year terms, $6,000 annually.
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Reginald Hodgson
Athens
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Decatur
Emperor Wilhelm’s Doorn Castle Purchase Unconfirmed
Ammerongen reports via Associated Press that discussions of former Emperor Wilhelm purchasing the Doorn castle near Ammerongen may be underway but no definite agreement exists. The Doorn estate, owned by Baroness van Helmstra, is considered a modest country villa about seven miles from Ammerongen, with allies reportedly not pursuing trial despite official statements.
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Pershing And Party Reach Italy's Capital
General John J. Pershing arrives in Rome at 8 a.m. with his party, beginning a three day visit that includes numerous functions and a battlefield tour. King Victor Emmanuel awards Pershing the Grand Cross of the Military Order of Savoy, a decoration shared only with Haig Diaz and Cadorna.
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Sorosis Orthopedic Shoes Designed by Master Workmen
Sorosis Onteatdic oes Sorosts Onteatdic oes Astioe, designed and built by Master Work men, giving time to perfecting a shoe with comfort. The Sorosis Orthopedic shoes use nature shaped lasts to let toes grow as naturé intendéd. They are prescribed by Orthopedic doctors and fitted by expert shoe fitters who have studied the foot and proper fitting.
Constitution Flag Return Tells Of 1919 Balloon Flight
The United States flag carried aboard the R-34 dirigible during its 1919 Atlantic crossing, flown by Colonel William Nicholas Hensley, returns to Atlanta. The flag, presented by Georgian Governor Doragy and carried near New York, was linked to a rapid overseas press run. Hensley’s voyage and the flag’s return are chronicled with notes on speed, routes, and museum plans for the artifact.
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Veterans Sons WS Hold Meeting Tonight
An important reunion planning meeting for Confederate Veterans is set for eight o clock in the assembly room of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. John B Gordon camp members and grandsons are urged to attend as new members may join and social events are discussed.
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Atlanta Veterans Reunion Plan House to House Call
Walter Andrews leads Atlanta women allied with reunion plans to canvass the city for enough homes to shelter old veterans nightly, as part of a plan urged by the housing committee. He urges volunteers and praises Atlanta’s history while stressing duty and hospitality for the veterans. The next meeting is set for Tuesday August 28 at reunion headquarters to coordinate fundraising and the canvass.
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World Pictured As Vast Jail Keeper George V
Frank P. Walsh, chairman of the American commission on Irish independence, calls the world a vast jail with King George V as keeper. He protests passports denied to Irish citizens and urges a joint secretariat of nations to protect citizens. Walsh cites John A. Murphy of Buffalo whose passport request to travel Paris to London was denied by England.
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Washington August: Baker Defends Military Policy
Secretary Baker defended proposed military policy before a Senate subcommittee. He favored universal training for youths and a substantial army, but warned against large forces and opposed centralizing aviation. He noted current air forces are mostly obsolete yet better than Europe’s and advocated expanding production to prepare for war.
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Mal Wheeler Returns to Veterans of WA
New York August 18 The Ninth machine gun battalion motorized first unit to reach the Marne in July 1918 held the Chateau Thierry bridges for 24 hours without artillery or infantry support until reinforcements arrived they were among troops returning home today on the transport Age memnon bringing from Brest first of the Third division Divisional units including part of the Thirty eighth infantry Rock of the Marne and part of the Eighteenth field artillery were among those returning Wheeler of Maron Ga commanded the Ninth machine gun battalion
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