Holder Bill Calls in the House Debate Limits on Passage
A strain of debate over limiting House debate on the Held er bill dominates Page Two. Leaders push a four hour limit, with Barrett and Hardeman driving a compromise while critics warn it could stall essential actions. Alexander of DeKalb introduces a constitutional amendment proposal as the session stretches toward a final decision.
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System reorganizes Southern Bell to six divisions
The Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company announces a new plan of organization to take effect on September 1. The company will have six divisions with division commercial, plant, and traffic superintendents reporting to the general manager in Atlanta. Key appointments include W. B. Roberts as division commercial superintendent, and L. Montague as division traffic superintendent, with heads in Atlanta and other cities.
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Augusta Flood Deepens as Colonel Scott Reports
Colonel T Knott Scott general manager of the Georgia rally, with Sagusta headquarters, says Augusta flood waters rise to seven feet in places. Fire in Nixon Bros warehouse burning. water floods offices, depots, and freight houses. Firemen unable to reach some sites. pumps impaired. Dispatch centers set up. river water threatens downstream areas while Augusta tries to stabilize, as residents brace for further rise.
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Iron Worker Killed by Brother-in-Law in Home Shooting
J H Harris an iron worker, aged 28 years, was shot to death at the home of J R Earnest. Earnest, defending his wife, claims Harris threatened his family and burst into a room where Harris confronted him. Harris died from a single barrel muzzleloader shot to the left side. Earnest, 52, runs a grocery store and was taken to headquarters after surrendering to Officers Barfield and Williams. Harris leaves a wife and child in Key West. Earnest had been employed on an auditorium project and is currently without work.
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Hazers Blind Third Victim at Yorba Buena Island
California today reports hazing at the naval training station on Yorba Buena Island. A 2 year old apprentice aboard the Pensacola was tied by the neck and swung from a deck hook for five minutes. He survived with eye injuries and may lose sight in one or both eyes. two shipmates, O F Guy and J Valerous, face possible court martial. The incident, dated August 26, stains Navy discipline and prompts transfer home to Oklahoma.
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Albert Henderson Critical Illness at Ocilla Home
Albert Henderson son of Judge William Henderson is critically ill with typhoid fever at Dr Luke’s home in Ocilla Georgia. The Tech student and football team member is well liked and has many friends.
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Woman Riot Leader Mrs Howard Dies by Poison
Springfield reports Mrs Mia Kata Howard, a leading rioter in the Loapera restaurant mob, killed herself by poison while under arrest. She died as deputies moved to arrest her on additional murder indictments returned by a grand jury. Ten more murder indictments followed against others, including Raymor. Ethel Howe faced malicious mischief charges.
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Augusta Flood Destroys City as Water Rises to Ten Feet
Flagman from Augusta recounts devastation after heavy rainfall sent water sweeping through Broad Street and adjacent areas. Factories flooded, trains moved to higher ground, and many residents trapped or forced to stay indoors as waters rose up to ten feet and the city faced widespread ruin.
Augusta flood drives postal operators from office
G H Lalk reports Augusta water flooded the Postal Telegraph office, forcing operators to abandon their tables while records and tiles were saved. Long distance lines failed and the electric plant cut out, leaving the city in darkness though no loss of life reported.
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Trains Demoralized as Floods Disrupt Service East
Floods in the Carolinas have crippled rail service on the Southern and Seaboard lines between New York and Atlanta. Trains 10 East and Athens No 37-38 were delayed up to 25 hours, with diversions via Salisbury Knoxville Bristol and Chattanooga. Eastbound mail and packages await two days of delay as tracks and river crossings suffer damage and crews rush to repair.
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Flames Race With the City Underwater
A Nixon Company blaze forces citywide evacuations as flames race through submerged streets and structures. Fire crews battle the inferno amid rising water levels and shifting visibility. Citizens gather near safety zones while authorities assess damages and coordinate salvage efforts.
Flood Devastates Augusta Streets With Torrent Devastation
A severe flood sweeps Augusta leaving streets submerged as water roars through the city. Firemen battle blazes ignited by rising waters and warehouses suffer heavy damage while residents evacuate. Georgia Railroad wires fail. crossing at Harison remains the only link to the outside world as crews wade through four feet of water.
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Georgia Weather Outlook For Thursday And Friday
Georgia enters a generally fair Thursday with rain confined to the southeast portions. Friday brings fair conditions again with variable winds throughout the state.
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