Georgia Delegate to Scranton Chosen for Labor Convention
Jerome Jones will represent Georgia at the American Federation of Labor convention in Scranton. He has been instructed to push for stringent enforcement of the eight hour law and the Chinese Exclusion Act, and to seek a Georgia machinists organizer. He will also meet national leaders in Washington to advance labor goals.
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National Federation
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Scranton
Renewal of the Truth. Scheuer couple marks 45th anniversary
Mr and Mrs A Scheuer celebrate their forty fifth wedding anniversary with a family reunion at their home in Ala Dec 1 Special report notes four sons a daughter and many grandchildren. Remarkably no deaths have occurred in their immediate families during the years and they are loved by a wide circle of friends with many more anniversaries hoped for.
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Soodwin on Stage Invasion and English Actors Welcome
Nat Goodwin urged the Playgoers' Club that Americans would gain more from English stage talent than vice versa, noting British actors make money while American performers typically lose. The Daily Chronicle echoed concern about American casts but favored a warm welcome. Wembley Memorial College planned in Albertville Alabama to train girls, a new educational venture to benefit North Alabama and the state. An organizing committee seeks funds to erect a building for the Girls School, named in memory of Behoal the Mchuikty Memorial College for Girls, with support from local and out-of-state donors.
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Last Hight
Great Britain
United States
Daily
Chronicle
Mulding
Mchuikty Memorial College For
Arthur W Soper Dies in New York Prominent Businessman
Arthur W Soper of New York, president of Pintsch Company and a noted figure in safety and carpentry circles, died today. The prominent executive led multiple corporations and associations, leaving a legacy in industry and civic affairs.
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Atlanta Printers to Honor Franklin Election Dec 11
Atlanta Typographical Union No 48 plans a December 11 election held in chapels and at the union office. Polls run 5 to 7 pm with 25 members voting under the new constitution. A $25 fund supports Ladies Auxiliary improvements at Oakland Cemetery lot.
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Office of Union
Federation of Trades Five
Houston
Glen W Peace
R O Ross
Weir
Hd M Hagerty
LU P Hudchester
T Counts
W S Conway
Allied Printing Trades Council
Paul P Richardson
C C Houston
Hollis
Murder and suicide shock St Louis scene
In St Louis last night Joseph Flory a grocery clerk killed his wife during a drunken frenzy then stabbed himself dying instantly a 10 year old son witnessed the tragedy Meanwhile baseball leaders meet in Chicago to plan the season with St Louis stock and local control uncertain as Milwaukee backers seek influence and Johnson remains noncommittal.
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American Baseball League
Detroit
Cleveland
Boston
Philadelphia
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Baltimore
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Pardoned Cass by Governor Aycock in North Carolina
December 1 report notes Moses M Cass, convicted in Surry county in 1888 of horse stealing and sentenced to fifteen years, escaped penitentiary, then lived in Wilkes county. A guard’s attempt to arrest him caused a near mob in the region. Cass is now 67 years old.
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Wilkes County
Industrial School Burned at Fort Valley Ga
Fire destroyed the Fort Valley High and Industrial School building on a Saturday evening around six. Efforts to save it failed as flames had gained headway. insurance covered only part of the loss. President J W Davidson organized fundraising to rebuild and expects the destroyed structure soon replaced.
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Fort Valley
Queen Wilhelmina Aidé de Camp Illness Confirmed
Amsterdam December 1 The aid de camp Major Van Tot is ill with peritonitis not due to a duel with Prince Henry. The Queen Wilhelmina illness is confirmed as resulting from a premature birth.
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Answers to Prayer Interview With General Wheeler and General Howard
An Independent New York interview profiles General Joe Wheeler and General O Howard as gentle, humble men with stern Civil War roles. The dialogue reflects on faith and prayer influencing battles, noting both sides prayed for victory and received what they asked, framed with respect for veteran officers.
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Joe Wheeler
O ' Howard
Sherman
Lee
Gettysburg
Ots
Howard
Stonewall Jackson
Jackson
Amellete
Short Items on Men and Public Affairs Session
Regular monthly meeting of the Board of County Commissioners is planned for Wednesday morning to address routine matters. Officials expect the county finances to be settled and no borrowing needed, with Tax Collector A F Stewart having received sufficient funds.
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LD Calhoun
Criminal Court
John Corrigan
Board OF County Commib
A F Stewart
Union OF Christian Endeavor Societies
First Christian Church
Broyles
Hancock County
Marguerite Brown
Alan
A E S T O Meet in Macon Fraternity This Week
The Gamma province biennial convention of Sigma Epsilon Fraternity will be held in Macon at Mercer University and with Macon alumni. Georgia Psi at Mercer and Macon alumni plan royal entertainment for delegates, with social events and a reception scheduled for the convention.
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Mercer University
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Fraternal Conventions Promise Unmatched Pleasure in Meco1
A. E. sentinels and delegates, though fewer than national gatherings, expect high enjoyment at local fairs and conventions. Attendees in Meco1 are promised significant value, with a pledge of one cent in the most enjoyable fraternity event history.
King Edward and His Clubs Chronicle a Royal Social Network
London Daily Mail notes King Edward VII as a leading clubman with ties to about twenty clubs, ranging from United Service to Royal Yacht, mostly honorary now. It details entrance fees, subscriptions, and famed members, including the duke of Cambridge and Lord Kitchener, and recalls Arc and Navy Club’s 1838 foundation and 580000 dollar cost.
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Great Britain
United Service
Army and Navy
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Royal Yacht
United Service Club
Duke of Cambridge
Roberta
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Yeirestreet
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Cornsail
York
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Exclusive London clubs and royal connections old and new
The text lists elite clubs in London tied to the armed services and high society. It notes entrance fees of about 200 pounds and annual subscriptions around 50 pounds, with memberships ranging from roughly 1,000 to 2,000. Royal patrons and honorary members include royal dukes, while several clubs emphasize restricted, prestigious access and long-standing founding dates from the 19th century.
Kaffir Banking Method Described in London Express
The Kaffirs reportedly use a simple banking method where a designated banker holds all funds before trades. When a purchase occurs, the banker deducts the price from the bag, pays the seller, and the depositors declare debt to the banker in the presence of two witnesses. The process then repeats among the participants.
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