President Wilson’s Message on Preparedness and Policy
The president’s brief message to congress emphasizes national preparedness for possible aggression, tax policy over bond issues, and loyalty concerns among naturalized and native-born citizens. It endorses Panama American style Latin American cooperation, a strong merchant marine, and maintaining trade while Europe’s war effects reshape imports and revenue. The discussion notes proposed railroad and transportation investigations.
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Wilson
Congress
United States
Central
Mexico
Cuba
Europe
President Wilson Urges Regulating Railroads for Better Service
The piece praises President Wilson's congressional address on rail regulation as constructive and well advised. It argues the Democratic majority should follow his lines to improve rail operations and national service, warning that disunity would shift party responsibility for failure onto the leadership and the country.
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Wilson
Congress
Atlanta Clears Streets With New Traffic Ordinance
The city council adopted a revised traffic ordinance aimed at easing congestion on main business thoroughfares. Enactment promises immediate effect with enforcement targeting critical crossings, and officers may station at street crossings until drivers and pedestrians learn the regulations. Citizens should study the ordinance to ensure safer travel and quicker movement, while the police guide traffic during the transition. The item is followed by unrelated editorial notes on national topics and holiday reflections.
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Atlanta
Avianta
Just Georgia Long Ago and Christmas Cheer
A compact verse fragment reflects on Christmas past and present in Georgia. It mentions aging, seasonal imagery, and a sly jab at a local congressman seen as lazy by townsfolk. The piece weaves religious hope with rural humor and nostalgia for earlier times.
Holiday Notes From Millville and Other Fragments
A fragmented collection of verse and stray notes from the era, including holiday sentiments about joy and providence, a critique of moonshine and government, and quips on Christmas and famine. It weaves poems, satirical lines, and brief notices about cultural figures and events, all in a nostalgic, old newspaper voice.
Practical Christmas Gifts From Gloves To Perfume
A thoughtful guide to holiday presents emphasizes useful choices like stockings gloves handkerchiefs and perfumes. It notes varied stocking colors and patterns, the fit of gloves, white for dressy occasions, and the appeal of white handkerchiefs for evening wear. Subtle perfumes and compact gift boxes are also highlighted as tasteful festive options.
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Sama Doviy
Atlanta
Madame
Desiers
Dates Named For Fair Of 1916 By The Manager
General Manager R M Striplin announced October 14 to 21 as the 1916 Southeastern Fair dates. He returned from Chicago where he met with fair executives, reporting strong backing from stock associations and exhibitors who will bring exhibits and premium funds.
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Southeastern Fair Association
R. M Striplin
American Association of Fair and Exposition Managers
Chicago
The
Fair Association
Ivan E. Allen
Striplin
Slany
Suggestions by Southern Express for Christmas Shipping
Express company urges careful packing and clear labeling to speed holiday deliveries. Plan includes larger facilities, early ship dates, separate handling for valuables, and new 10 color labels and Do Not Open Until Christmas stickers to boost efficiency during the peak season.
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Express Company
Southern Express Company
Ita
W. T.elder
Sprees Company
Express
Caproms Transportation
Tax on large bond trusts sparks state dispute in Georgia
Comptroller General Wright assesses 41 276 000 in bonds held in trust for the Georgia railroad rent guarantees, with disputes over deposit locations in Richmond county and by the Farmers' Loan and Trust in New York. Arbitration possible. seven years of taxes could total about 35 000, not counting Richmond county dues. Travelers oppose railroad baggage rate petitions seeking nonredeemable ticket handling. Jay Wooten pardoned by Governor Harris after manslaughter conviction. Kingston resident's wife weeps. Governor Harris appoints Clarence M. Bell as near beer tax collector for Fulton county for four months starting January 1.
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Tptroller
Louisville and Nashville
Seaboard Air Lane
Richmond County
Georgia Railroad
W. A. Wright
Pearce Brothers
Richard Counts
Georga Railroad and Banking Company
W. G. Moore
Julion Council No. 606
United Commercial Travelers
James L. Moore
Jay
Mush
J. W. Wooten
Kingston
Bartow County
Harris
Wooten
Bell Fulton
Clarence M. Bell
Atlanta
Fulton County
Vision of service and self in life’s grand plan
D Gorman of Atlanta Ga writes about altruism and striving for greater good. The poem emphasizes sacrifice, inner balance, and learning through struggle to achieve larger human welfare. It urges living with purpose, proclaiming higher truth, and serving others to reap the harvest of deeds within life’s cosmic design.
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D. Gorman
Atlanta, Ga
Court of Appeals of GaJudgments Affirmed
Georgia Court of Appeals affirms judgments in multiple cases from various courts. Brown v State from Pulaski Superior Court Judge Graham Mo Boyer for plaintiff in error. W A Wooten solicitor general contra. Matthews Son v Richards from Carterville City Court Judge Moon Townsend for plaintiffs in error. Farkan v Georgia Southwestern & Gut Railroad Co from Albany City Court Judge C Jones Leonard Farkas for plaintiff in error. Malsby Co v Central of Georgia Railway Co from Atlanta Municipal Court A M Brand for plaintiff in error. Mitchell v State from Chatham Superior Court Judge Charlton Shelby Myrick for plaintiff in error. Griffin v Hellingsworth from He mehurst City Court Judge Grant Gorden Kues contra.
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Pulaska Superior
Ourmiente
Matthews & Son
City Hall notes reveal recalls and plans in 1914
City Hall notes discuss recall gossip and public reaction, a special council meeting on film regulation after a Luckie Street fire, tax digest progress, and mayoral support for teachers. Reports include cyclorama visits for students, golf on ball fields, and a $430,006 park budget with a $82,000 increase.
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God Save the King
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