Legislators applaud the Chaplain's Prayer in Guthrie
William J. Bryan spoke to Oklahoma lawmakers in Guthrie after arriving from Wichita, drawing an ovation from the House and Senate. He urged direct election of U.S. senators, called the president a hired man, praised the Oklahoma constitution, and defended his remarks about President Roosevelt amid Taft attacks.
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Oklahoma
Taft
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Yla'a
Edwards Calls For Naval Stores Market Investigation
Congressman Charles G. Edwards returned from Washington for the holidays and announced his resolution for a government inquiry into the alleged naval stores trust. He asserts that anyone in the naval stores business would favor an investigation and says something is radically wrong with the market. Edwards, a first district figure, also forecasts a southeastern subtreasury and places Savannah’s chances among the best.
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Washington
Naval Stores Trust
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Senator Cullom proposes six year term limit for president
Washington December 22 Senator Cullom introduced a joint resolution seeking a constitutional amendment to limit the president and vice president to a single six year term. He said it was referred to the judiciary committee and noted it reflected an association from Chicago.
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Association of Chicago
North Carolina Moonshiners Targeted in Deputy Officer Shooting
Washington dispatch reports a reward of 1000 dollars for the arrest of Jim Smith and 500 dollars for accomplice Bok end 3500 for the capture of John Hi who are suspected in the murder of Deputy Collector J. W ace in tckes county North Carolina. The Treasury Department offered the bounty as authorities pursue three moonshiners amid reports of Hendricks aiding the suspects during a crackdown on illegal distilling.
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Washington
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Bok
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J. Wwace
Tckes County
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Hendricks
Neal Bank Investigation Under Clearing House Inquiry
Clearing House directors completed an inquiry into the Neal Bank and will issue a full statement after 10 o clock this morning. Rumors prompted a depositors run but all checks presented were honored dollar for dollar and it is expected depositors will be paid in full if the bank resumes business. The Clearing House may take over the bank’s business if liquidation is decided, but a definitive ruling awaits the complete findings to be published in The Constitution tomorrow.
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Fourteen Year Old Sues for Five Thousand Damages
In Huntsville Alabama on December 21 Herman Bingham, aided by William Bingham, filed suit to recover 5000 from Gordon Walker firm. The 14 year old bought a giant firecracker from the firm and lost a hand when it exploded. Plaintiff argues the boy’s tender age makes the sellers liable for dangerous missiles.
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William Bingham
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Rome to lose public works head Wagner January
Rome Georgia special reports L J Wagner long time superintendent of public works will leave the post January 1 citing departure from the city service. Wagner a noted civil engineer who built the Rome waterworks served under the board of public works while remaining a pivotal figure in local infrastructure development.
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Bryan Club Women Incorporation Reported in Denver
Misses Clara Gunter Annia St Claire and Ahea M Morgan filed articles of incorporation today in Denver for the Woman s Bryan League a local civic group with aims to support community efforts and women’s activities.
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Tomer Farm Bryan Club
Denver
Clara Gunter
Annia St. Claire
Ahea M. Morgan
Georgia Women Bound Ten Lose Their Places
Ten Georgia women lose their places in a bound competition, signaling a major reshuffle in the lineup and prompting immediate adjustments for upcoming events. The move affects multiple players and reshapes team strategy.
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Georgia
Dismissal of Women Endorsed by Meyer in Georgia Posts
Washington reports Postmaster General Mayer endorses the action to not reappoint women postmistresses Hattie F. Gilmer of Toccoa and Mary A. Melton of Conyers. Despite Senate fights, records show no deliberate move against women. appointments will be filled by other postmasters if needed. A list of current presidential-class postmistresses in Georgia and their expiration dates is provided.
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Conyers
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Decatur
Kate W. Kirkpatrick
Forsyth
Mattie H. Hanson
Gainesville
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Hagensville
Mary Ii Darden
LaGrange
Nemie F. Awtrey
Lavonia
Lucy L. Weldon
Lumpkin
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Monroe
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Monticello
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Newnan
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Senola
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Collision on Southern railway kills fireman in Inman yards
A switchman error sent a southbound freight into a northbound passenger train near Inman yards injuring no passengers but killing freight fireman W. R. Race. Engines 664 and 1005 were wrecked, a coal car toppled, and crews cleared the scene by nightfall with funeral plans awaiting later notice.
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Chattanooga
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H. M. Patterson & Son
Postmistress appointments expire and six are reappointed
The notes list expired terms at Blackshear Buford Conyers LaGrange Monticello Oxford Shellman Sylvania and Toccoa. It records several monetary amounts and dates linked to Warrenton West Point Woodbury and Woodbury recipient Mary E Hin ton. Six positions have been reap pointed.
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Oxford
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Sylvania
Toccoa
Rate on Shoes Must Remain In Force
Judge Newman orders current 88 cent rate on boots and shoes from eastern ports to Atlanta held in place until the Interstate Commerce Commission rules on the appeal. The case involves merchants of Atlanta and several rail lines and steamship companies seeking higher rates. Earlier reductions to 85 cents gave way to a proposed 93 cents, but the court now preserves the lower rate pending federal action.
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Taft reviews Philippine progress during long absence
Secretary Taft, amid a heaping load of departmental business, discusses in an interview the Philippine situation. He says peace prevails, agriculture is unthreatened, and a seven million people across three hundred islands support the temporary U.S. government with optimism for development and order.
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Taft
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Kinley
United States
Politics Fill Next Year With Turbulent Campaigns
A fragmented note notes intense political activity ahead with teens mentioned amid rising campaign chatter. Prominent figures and groups are not clearly identified in the readable text, but the sense of upcoming contests and public discourse is evident.
National and State Elections Loom in 19th Century Georgia
From president down to city officials, the political year promises heated contests and notable events. In Georgia Fulton county faces countywide offices, a senate primary, a mayoral race, and council seats, while national issues grip attention with presidential contests and House races shaping the state scene. Continued on Page Three.
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Terest
Weather Forecast From The Weather Washington Dec 21
Georgia haze likely late Sunday and Monday with fresh northeast winds. Local area expected low around 34, high near 53, mean about 44. Normal temperatures and rainfall not clearly stated. reports from various stations indicate measurable moisture and possible deficiencies since month start.
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