The Literacy Test Debate and Immigration Policy
The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce calls for veto of a literacy test for immigration as contrary to American ideals. It argues the test targets desirable citizens while criminals can evade it. America remains a melting pot. President Wilson should veto if Congress passes it, as Taft did.
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Congress
Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
United States
America
Europe
Wilson
Taft
Lapland
Salvation Army Christmas Appeal Urges Atlanta Aid Today
The Salvation Army begins its annual Christmas appeal amid intense need, noting Atlanta's relatively low overall suffering but many living on the edge. The Army’s dinner and programs have helped rehabilitate thousands by sparking hope and human sympathy, with every quarter donated supporting the effort.
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Salvation Army
Atlanta
Army
Brightening Outlook From Freight Rate Lift
Reports from New York Pittsburg and Birmingham link a five percent rail freight rate rise approved by the Interstate Commerce Commission to a hoped for yearly $20 million gain. The increase is seen as a general stimulant to revival in steel car manufacturing and foundry sectors with $30 million rollout across the nation especially aiding the South.
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New York
Pittsburg
Birmingham
Interstate Commerce Commission
Rail rate increases spur hopeful business calm in 1914
The piece argues railroad rate hikes will prompt improved efficiency across industries, with even distribution making the changes nearly imperceptible to shippers. It notes President Wilson's supportive stance, predicts the end of demagoguery in favor of businesspeople and the public, and anticipates an era of optimism as 1914 begins.
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Wilson
St. Louis
United States
Alaska
Sitka
Nome
Reindeer Post
Senator W. S. West Dies Amid Sudden Georgia Loss
The death of former U S Senator W S West of Lowndes County brings shock to Georgia. A vigorous public servant and strong advocate of education, he helped found the South Georgia Normal College at Valdosta and earned lasting esteem in state and national circles.
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W. S. West
United States
Lowndes County
Georgia
Senator West
United States Senate
University
South Georgia Normal College
Valdosta
Federal Warehouses Move Toward Cotton and Grain Licensing
The house advanced the Tever bill to license federal warehouses for cotton and grain storage. If enacted, certificates would carry federal guarantees on grade and ownership, easing loans and stabilizing markets amid European war disruptions. The Lever bill aims to standardize warehouse rules, expanding negotiability and easing producer financing at low interest.
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House
Senate
Europe
Judge Broyles backs ban on whisky for police
Georgia judge and former Atlanta city recorder Judge Nash R. Broyles endorses a Constitution editorial calling for a blanket rule that any police officer who drinks whisky should be automatically removed from service. The opines that a policeman and whisky are as incompatible as oil and water and urges strict enforcement.
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Georgia
Nash R. Broytes
State Court of Appeals
Atlanta
Broyles
Merriest Mayor of Macon Celebrated in Yuletide Verse
Fragmented broadside of Christmas verse parades civic figures and local color. It lauds the merriest mayor, the jolliest judge, and festive town life, with notes on moonshine gossip, fireside cheer, and seasonal humor from Billville and Bentztown, echoing small town pride and holiday spirits.
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Bridges Smith
Macon
Cabin
Revival of US business linked to rail and steel moves
Fairfax Harrison of Southern Railway speaks as construction and transport recover from low mood. US rail rate requests appear granted while large scale electrification and plant upgrades unfold. Morgan, Davison, Warburg and Butler signal a broad coming revival with foreign trade to rise after January. Zeppelins and German ambassador stories show wartime tensions and a heroics tale from a German scout officer.
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Fairfax Harrison
Southern Railway Company
United States
Harrison
Washington
United States Stock Exchange
Financial District
Ocober
Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Company
Europe
Gary
United States Steel Corporation
Farrell
Steel Corporation
Carnegie Steel
Pittsburg
Boise City
Bis
Tf. E. Davison
J. P. Morgan & Co
London
England
Davison
Warburg
New York
Nicholas Murray Builer
Columbia University
Berlin
Germany
Butler
Old Christmas Poems The Reindeer By George Witch
A nostalgic quirk filled Christmas poem page features Kris Kringle and vivid vignettes about stockings, Santa lore, and family scenes. It cites playful rhymes about hangups for babies and the famous reindeer, with light satirical notes on lore and a humorous essay on reindeer work in Arctic life.
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Kris Kringle
Johnny Street
Old Kringle
Arctic Circle
Santa Claus
Parcel Post
Poia
The Drink or the Job editorial by Judge Broyles
The piece argues booze and cops are incompatible and urges police weed out drinking officers. Judge Nash R. Broyles cites duty of police to avoid intoxication and protect citizens, acknowledging most Atlanta policemen are temperate and sober.
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Atlanta
Nash R, Broyles
Court of Appeals
Atlanta, Ga
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason and the hungry throng
Poem contrasts a laborer’s weary grind with the plight of the down and outs on the streets. It ends with a resolve to persevere, sing, and work hard despite exhaustion, recognizing some deserve Fortune as well.
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Walt Mason
Negro Minister's Tribute to Late William Owens
Rev H H Proctor of First Congregational Church in Atlanta, Ga. honors the memory of William Owens, a genial and generous young businessman. He notes Owens was a valued figure whose loss will be keenly felt in the city this season.
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Dutor
William I. Owens
H. H. Proctor
First Congregational Church
Atlanta
Picture Softens Robber From The Lossingeles Herald
Highwaymen return a stolen watch after spotting a picture of Ray Tipers mother in the back of the case. They had taken a watch and five cents, but the image prompts them to restore the watch and leave with only coins.
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Lossingeles Herald
Ray Fiper
East Twenty Seconds Street
Tiper
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Enee
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