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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1915
Page
4
Washington February 1 a bill to separate whites and negroes on passenger cars in the district of columbia was favorably reported today to the house. The committee report says there is constant friction between the races on street cars and that the proposed law would add to the comfort of each.
E Loveless a Birmingham Evening News agent died on Alexander City streets at 5 PM while on assignment. He had been in the city several days soliciting work and had made many friends during his stay.
William N. Wood of Ashburnham Mass testifies that Swamp Root has satisfied customers for kidney liver and bladder troubles over twenty years. He says he would use it himself and recommends the remedy. Notarized statement dated August 6 1909 by Awalton B Whitney Notary Public.
A sales letter from Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton invites readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle of Swamp Root. It promises a booklet on kidneys and bladder and notes available sizes and prices at drug stores. The Atlanta Daily Constitution is referenced as a publication where this offer appears.
A terse price table shows suits and coats priced at 35.00, 26.25, 37.50, 28.00, 40.00, 30.00 and 47.50. Overcoats appear with 23.00 and 85.75, plus 50.00, 55.00, 60.00, and 48.75.
West, former assistant United States district attorney, was chosen by President Wilson to go to Mexico as the president's personal representative in the southern republic. He leaves for Washington tonight and hopes his peace mission will succeed. West is well informed on Mexican affairs and has studied conditions there for years. He is a native of Austin, Texas, and has practiced law in the state for thirty years. Carranza’s brother reportedly executed. General Jesus Carranza, his son Abelardo, and Ignacio Peraldi were executed by General Santibanez, with troops to recover the bodies.
The report describes Mexican civil conflict tension with Jesus Carranza and Santibanez, including a brother's execution over command refusals. It notes U S concerns for British subjects in Mexico City amid Zapata disruption and a Tampico decree threatening foreigners with firing squad for aiding enemies, with penalties for telegraph and telephone misuse.
Democratic leaders count noses as nine Democrats back Republicans to break the deadlock over the government ship bill. Senator Reed accuses colleagues of aiding the shipping trust while Republican progressives seek a path via amendments and caucus talks. Absentees and possible returnees cloud the vote, with the measure possibly dead for this session if recommitted.
Senator Reed assails the shipping interests as agents of a payola system seeking tolls on American exports. He cites Democratic defections, warns the country of a “ship subsidy” threat, and urges decisive action to curb extortionate freight rates amid Wilsons push for a ship purchase bill.
Atlanta council heard a women’s delegation push for school bonds as remedy for crowded grammar and high schools. They urged building on Spring Street and Tenth Street, open air school options, and more funding, while officials noted limited funds and salaries.
A campaign begun Monday aims to boost support by gathering mothers from various city sections. The organizers expect increasing participation as more areas are canvassed and efforts expand over time.
Councilman Mason led a caucus push approving a 1915 money sheet and an amendment detailing items for the Lakewood fair appropriation. The amendment adds funds for school repairs paving and utility work, with offsets from clerk elections, auditorium funds, marshal files, and anticipated water receipts totaling 56 417 54.
A fragment discusses hydro-aeroplanes and their status under article 8 of the Hague convention. It states neutrals should halt delivery to belligerents and evaluates the claim of hydro-aeroplanes being war vessels. The text presents comments on their classification under the 1907 convention.
Bryan argues hydro aeroplanes remain aircraft despite sea launch. He notes they are not war vessels and oppose treating them as such. He cites Germany listing balloons and flying machines as conditional contraband and questions Hague Convention XIII applicability during the present war.
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