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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1915

Page

2

Prepare for War Urges Roosevelt in Societal Debate

A Roosevelt essay on Social Values and National Existence was discussed at the American Sociological Society. Edward A. Ross read the piece, arguing modern peace cannot ignore militarism, citing Belgium, China, Korea, and Armenia to illustrate how nations fail by embracing pacifist theories.

Washington Uerembe Theodore Hoosevelt American Sociological Society Edward A. Ross University of Wisconsin Mr. Roosevelt Belgium Roosevelt Russia China Korea Armenia Paciista Br. Roosevelt Colonel Roosevelt John Mez American Peace Society

Georgia Court Tackles Railroad Paralleling Bid

Georgia seeks to block Louisville and Nashville from extending toward Cartersville alleging a plan to parallel a state line. Judge Fite to hear whether a temporary restraining order becomes permanent as state officials aim to curb ad campaigns and charter filings. The case likely heads to the Georgia Supreme Court regardless of Judge Fite’s ruling.

State of Georgia Western and Atlantic Louisville and Nashvile Louisville and Nashville, King & Spaulding A. W. Fite Marietta Cherokee Advance Cartersville Louisville and Nashville Atlanta Knoxville Mark Bolding Wis Jem Judge Fite Chero—kee Cartersvile Borgin Secretary of State Clifford Waller Horace Holden Molding Ite Supreme Court Supreme Court of State of Georgia Fite

Chamber Plans School Campaign and City Reform Drive

The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce plans to reappoint its old committee with Col W L Peel as chair to press Western and Atlantic releasing for a plaza and push a major school tax campaign to raise funds for a modern fireproof system. It foresees a broad fundraising drive for Emory University and a new, group based internal system to boost membership.

Old Chamber W.L. Peel Western and Atlantic Commission Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Kriegshaber Une Atlante Chamber Kriegshater Emory University Preston Arkwright House of Representatives I. T. Holleman Iis

Road to rail line sparks anticipated court battle

The road appears set to build the line and a Supreme Court decision is feared. Both sides are ready to wage a determined legal fight, with the losing side likely to seek relief if the ruling goes against them. Georgia resists Louisville and Nashville efforts to parallel a line owned by the state.

Supreme Court of the United States Georgia Louisville Nashville

Atlanta mayor backs Wilkson for text mayor plan

Mayor Woodward nominates Wilkinson for mayor amid praise for Atlanta as a good clean city. He says the plaza plan could move forward by splitting the state road lease into three contracts: Chattanooga terminals, Atlanta terminals, and the road stem.

Jacks Morgan Mr. Wilkinson Chamber of Commerce Wilkinson Southeastern Fair Association Ivan H. Alien Association Ogden State Senate Nat E. Harris Atlanta General Assembly Persona Senate Mell ‘Wilkinson Kriegshaber Woodward Mr. Kriegshaber Lakewood Atlanta Spirit Chattanooga

Mayor’s speech features influence on railroads and bonds

The remarks center on gaining a powerful ally to sway railroads and secure support for a plaza project. Mayor Woodward earns loud cheers as Wilkinson cites influential figures, including ex Governor Slaton, urging chamber leaders to assess bond issues and timing. Judge Newman recalls Atlanta’s growth and Wilkinson’s public speaking tutelage while other speakers follow.

Smith Woodward Wilkinson Slaton Jack Slaton Chamber of Commerce Atlanta State Chamber of Commerce Newman

Tribute List From Dinner Honoring Wilkinson In Atlanta

The Atlanta crowd honored Mr. Wilkinson at a chamber dinner with tributes from press supporters and figures including Walter G. Cooper 2nd Colonel Fred Paxson. The list of presenters and attendees includes numerous named officials and leaders such as Arthur G. Towell, Forrest Adair, James A. McCord, Charles W. Bernhardt, and Walter G. Cooper among others. Colonel Paxson closed with a toast to Wilkinson's mother.

Atlanta Gebratan Chamber of Commerce Walter G. Cooper Fred Paxon Mr. Wilkinson Paxson Atchuson Marin F Amorous Marion L. Brittain George M. Hattey O. T. Jamp Henry W. Davis J. T. Baldwin RM. Walker G Ogden Persona Met R. Wilkinson Forrest Adair Ian B Allen Charles W. Bernhardt Ben Lee Crea W. J. Davis D. Bilis Lean Fort J AB Hoxsex Fat van Gartinzen J_ iT Holtemen Lee M. Jordan J.C. Kuntz Brooks Morgan Jas A. McCord al Maier Wiliam Wer Robert Otis Fa. Pason W.e. Boyer HF. Stockbridge Wow White Wilingham Gilbert Ij. Guinn Ter PB. Andrews William Scueller UH. Krieshaber Albert S. Adame Clark Howell Ken Ashcratt Jutun Baetm Dan Carey Estes’ Do

Fire Destroys Cotton Bales and Damages Freight Cars

A blaze near the Southern shop on Windsor street destroyed twenty five bales of cotton and damaged two freight cars. Sparks from a passing engine are suspected. A large warehouse beside the tracks was saved by a tram crew moving the blazing car away. Trainmen in the yards spotted the fire early, with response from Wire Chief Cody and departments Nos. 2 and 9.

Shopa F Windsor Street Adeight Cody

Griffin Poolrooms License Hikes Spark Closures in Griffin

The Griffin city council raised annual pool table licenses from 10 to 75 dollars per table, a move expected to force several pool rooms to close after January 1. A near deer tax of 3000 dollars was set, with a May deadline for legal separation of small wares.

Griffin Deer Sa Joona Sperata Wolil

Clever Chicken Thief Proved to Be a Possum of Atlanta

In Atlanta on Tuesday night Detective T E Shaw and partner George Maddox pursued violators when a possum belonging to the Shaw family entered the yard at 108 Bryant Street and devoured seven prize bantams in minutes. Mrs Shaw called her brother, finding the animal atop the coop with the last bantam remains.

Atlanta T. E. Shaw George Maddox Shaw Bryant Street Innesomer Mers Laneromei

Shivar Mineral Spring item out of stock prompts dealer note

The dealer in Shivar Mineral Spring Shelton South Carolina says MW has none in stock and asks him to phone his wholesale grocer for supply. The terse message signals a temporary shortage and directs procurement through wholesale channels.

Shivar Shelton, S.C

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