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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1916

Page

8

Reckless Driving Classified as Assault in Court Ruling

A court of appeals ruling holds that reckless auto operation causing injury can be charged as assault and battery. Lawyers say murder indictments could follow if death results from such driving. The Fulaski county case involved EC Fl Tift and a July 18, 1915, collision near Hawkinsville injuring two women and a child.

Ippenly Court of Appeal Court of Appeals Fulapki EC Fl Prt Bille Hawkinayite Simmons Vrs Pearl Simnona

Accused Judge Calls on Tennessee Governor

Anomalous reports claim a judge urged Governor Rye to resign amid impeachment proceedings. The article cites a tense conference and political pressure, with officials suggesting a quick curtailment of the matter within days. Governor Rye reportedly weighed resignation and possible charges in the ongoing case.

Tennessee Nashvils Co Lonn Uowig Memphis Rye Rena Rother Paimed Tim

Auto industry faces antitrust suit across multiple firms

Attorney General Anthony W. asked the court to require four auto concerns, including Motor Company of Detroit, the Mintual Motor Company, and others from Detroit and Michigan, to present themselves for proceedings challenging resale price fixing and other practices. Penalties were sought.

Cyn Lowe Cnaimerd Motor Company Fr Os Company

Address to Greek King Sparks Parliamentary Debate

A fragmented report describes a heated Greek parliamentary exchange over an address to King Constantine. Debates centered on policy and royal intervention with ministers and party leaders trading sharp remarks about constitutional limits and governance.

Six Shot After Church Outing Leaves Six Wounded

A chaotic incident as six people were wounded while returning from church. Police identify several victims, including Arthur Blackwell and Mackwell, with investigation ongoing into the motive and assailants. Witnesses report gunfire erupting near Tailors Passage as victims were rounded up and transported for medical attention.

Undersea Telephone Link Havana to Key West Proposed

Fragmentary report discusses an undersea telephone link between Key West and Havana. Mentions a treaty, a telegraph boat, and negotiations with Consul representatives, with references to Soranthan and Cutans and a pre boosted line plan. Unclear names, dates, and exact parties amid damaged text.

Havana Wrasse Vost RKO Most Lista Kingsley Dei Mys. Lin Connect Caban Seth Rt Consul Ber

War may force Britain to state ownership

A fragmentary report notes a British official predicting that severe wartime conditions could require a complete overhaul of the financial system and extensive state ownership or control of industries. The discussion highlights the seriousness of such economic shifts and urges conservative parties to keep a clear view of the potential changes.

Britain Nglana Montag Financial Treasury

American Doctor Burned by Turks in Armenian Atrocity

Petrograd reports Dr Jacon Margis an American Methodist medical missionary who survived attacks on Armenian refugees. He recounts the torture and execution of an American doctor named Shimmun, burned alive after refusing to renounce Christianity, while Turks and Kurds slaughtered Christians across Urmia, Gulfarchin, and surrounding villages.

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Highwaymen Shootings Near North Avenue Crossing

Fred Sowers of 571 Marietta street was critically injured after a shooting at the Western and Atlantic crossing on North Avenue. Police believe he and two accomplices held up pedestrians, with Sowers possibly shot by a comrade. Officer rounds and a second white man were also hit. one suspect, George Wertie, 19, was arrested and identified Sowers as the other gunman along with a third fugitive who escaped by freight.

Fred Sowers Pals Marietta Street Western and Atlantic Railroad North Avenue Grady Hospital Sowers Can Jones Weillams Mr Willams George Wertie Jett Street Sus Pa von Hany O Dean Blunt Street Wertig Wettig

Incomes Must Pay For Preparedness Debated in Congress

Washington February 19 The proposal to amend the income tax law to include smaller incomes appears nearly certain to be abandoned in favor of a higher rate on those already taxed Democratic leaders favor raising the minimum exemption to 300 and considering a 1 percent rise for incomes below 20 000 While some suggest raising the rate for higher incomes the overall plan aims to fund preparedness with broader income tax measures and data gathering continues with a possible report within weeks No hearings on revenue raises will occur until after the military committee reports on needed funds

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Turko German Betrayals and Mass Atrocities Reported

Extract describes a brutal period during the Turkish occupation with doctors and locals selling to Turks, German consular figures, executions, and mass killings. It notes a Christian named Mush being hanged after a promise of release and a German machinist Neuman orchestrating transfers. Reports describe white genocide patterns including a wife and two children killed, a mother and seven decimated families, and hundreds of women and girls fleeing but shot as they emerged. Many died in the Urmia region within five months, with widespread terror and graves dug by women and relatives.

Khalil Bess Jeff Urumiah Neuman Mush Waa Mushi Jonathan George Tabri Whinpe Gu Wenmane Garajaln Aridge Urumiah Buriak

Mighty activity at the Atlanta YMCA gym in late winter

The Atlanta YMCA gym buzzes with leagues and athletic events as the minor leagues near final schedules around February end. Senior and junior business mens classes show tight races led by Forbes, Greenberg, and Morrison, with Tuesday meetings and forthcoming contests shaping the standings across multiple sports and divisions.

Atlanta Association Forbes Eaglly Caoching Phillips Greenberg Morrison Philips Siow Alevande Granberry Richards Jones Miller Slate Wrigleys Sgome Victorica Fablanc Mavens ix Nivin Wrigley and Myers Lablanc Heasketball Cela Mak Uy Rubynson Com Rates James Haying Kaufman Warwick Boling Jqg Warwick Rowinson Adair O Jones Battle

Bear operators blamed for low cotton price in Newark

Representative Heflin of Alabama said he believed a combination of bear operators in Newark caused the drop in cotton prices. Attorney General Gregory indicated there is demand for raw cotton, but a corner manipulated by bear capitalists may explain the fall. Jimney Gengial Todian shai and anti trust prosecutors attended. no formal charges or evidence were produced.

Washington Heflin Alabama Gregory Newark Weflin Ward Jimney Gengial Todianshai

High Winds Along Atlantic Coast Reported

Washington February 14 unusual strong gales swept the Atlantic seaboard from Cape Hatteras to Maine. A weather bureau statement cited peak winds of 72 mph at Blork Island RF and 62 mph at Cape Hatteras and Norfolk, with 64 mph at New York City, Sandy Hook and Nelawarea Breakwater. The gusts were tied to cooler air, with temperatures expected to rise coastwise over the next two days as a Gulf States cold spell loosens.

Washington Atlantic Se Cape Hatteras Maine Weather Bureau Blork Island Norfolk New York City Sandy Hook Nelawarea Gulf States

Villa Captures Carranza Troops In Western Chinahua

El Paso reports Francisco Villa seized a small Carranza detachment sent from the Guerrero district to attack him. Juarez commandant General Gaviera said Villa’s force proved numerically superior and the Carranza group chose to surrender. The exact number of troops engaged was not learned.

el Paso Texas Francisco Villa Carranza Guerrero Chinahua Santa Ana GaViea Juarez Villa

Van Patten and Homer George Renew An Old Acquaintance

Advertising counsellor A Van Patten and Homer C George manager of the Atlanta theater renewed an old acquaintance after three days of meetings at a Chalmers dealers convention. They first met as Chicago reporters, later reconnected in New York. Van Patten offered George a major Chalmers post, but George chose to stay in Atlanta.

A. van Patten Chalmers Motor Company Homer C George Atlanta Chalmers Dealers van Patten George Chicago Van The Tribune Homer Examiner New York Alco America Cheltenham Chalmers Businesa Chalmers Company Tony Smith AOL van Patton

Chips From the Flying Clays and Trapshooting Notes

The Seattle Trapshooters bid for the Pacific Coast Handicap and plan May Washington State tournament with entrance fees suspended for new members until May 1. Vaulting details include a two day Bikins carnival in July and strong Illinois and Toronto shooter participation in regional meetings.

Seattle Trapshooters Association Washington State C E McKelvey Bikins Virginia Harry P Saunders New Broxin

Athletics Meet Results and Upcoming Events

The report lists Class B winners like Hanteman and Watson Matthews for distance events, plus Tar Johnson and Oren Jack top finishers in various jumps and sprints. It notes future meets this week including two athletic events, a monthly young men's meet, and an informal league forming with applications via the physical department.

Ames Breaks Forty Yard Hurdles Record At Track Meet

Waldo Ames of Illinois broke the forty yard high hurdles record with a time of 16 seconds, in a meet where Illinois defeated Notre Dame. The previous mark of 22.5 seconds stood since 1907 set by Forest Smithson at Notre Dame.

South Iseng Anu Waldo Ames Tlinois Illingis Notre Dame Toto Ames Forest Smithson

Columbus Quintet Defeats Mobile in Home Finale

Columbus defeated Mobile 27 to 26 at home in a hard fought basketball game. Lewis was sidelined with winded half, Melfath B. replaced him showing promise as a guard, while McMath and Wissett contributed scoring. final: Columbus 27 Mobile 26. key players listed include Lewis Newman and Gunningham Crawford for Mobile and Hintman Tibeckh for the visitors.

Columbus Ge Columbus Lanigat Mobile Netman Lewis Melfath Ring Motile McMath Jewis Wimbay Throwin Gesfeld Wisses Euing Lumbus Lewis Shruppa WoMath

Braves and Athletics in Preseason Games

Boston and Philadelphia open the world series warmups with five preseason games. The Braves under Hapgood begin preparations in March at Palm Beach with pitchers and catchers already practicing. The first deep training game is March 2 in Palm Beach against the Athletics, followed by dates in Miami and other cities through early April.

Boston Philadelphia Americans Boston Nationals Hovton Club Buwghess Hapgood Pie Raves Mim Cla Warkger Stallings Blunt Tion Haddock Gt Palm Beach Philadelphia Athletics Athletica Miami Marentt Dacksumvidle Richmond Washington Prit Baltinare

Jewel Thieves Convicted by Local Tribunal

Paris based court convicts several individuals in a primipila case tied to a jewel theft aboard the French liner Hochambeau en route to New York last October 24. Sentences range from two months to four years, with imprisonment confirmed.

Paris Peuruasy Aaravag Dinpateh Horieux Jean Primipila Kheft Jemele Hochambeau St Way New York

Goodyear Branch Ge13 Alignment Tester Trial

Goodyear branch Ge13 offers wheel alignment testing using a precision instrument. Car owners can have wheels checked after hard bumps or tire wear to detect misalignment and prevent tire damage or premature replacement.

Goodyear Mhatoryta James L Tuslor Branga Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Ageman Garle Road Laurfare Trier

Boys' High Five Triumphs Over Riverside in Tough Rivalry

The Wieh quintet edged Riverside by a hard fought win at Canesville Ga scoring heavily from mid court and iron angles. Warren Brat and BHL forward Cmee delivered key baskets as Adams Haney and Barrow led Riverside’s effort with standout defense and persistent pressure throughout the game.

Canesvile Riverside Riverside Tech Warren Bratant Cmee Adams Haney Barrow Riveraide Wanlel Adaima Timon le Warren Ny Ittaney Barren Ted Ay Burch BIS Dterbet Wallae Slater Harrad Hult

Ford Owners Rush to Buy Jiffy Starters

Ford owners in the south show strong demand for the Jiffy starter. Frank Wachman of Wachman Specialty Manufacturing cites rapid orders and a money back guarantee with a $10 price as part of a nationwide push to expand distribution including Georgia Louisiana and other states.

Georgia Alabama Louisiana Mississippi Frank Wachman Wathan Specialty Manufacturing Conclusive Sis Cnet Ford Wachman Lvwama Toulslan Fya Street

Cornell grid star dropped from school

Cornell grid star Ithacy Barrett, twice named to the All America team and a key captain, has been dropped from the university. The reason given cites poor grades, ending his tenure on the football squad. Barrett planned to try for baseball this season.

Cornell Ithacy Charles Cornell Yatsley All America Piivera neLornells Gridiron Hiaters Tay Tytson Smith Siblew Barrett

Four Browns Sold In Surprise February Trade

The Browns announce a major sale involving multiple players to the Manchester Pogrub of the International League. Levéteny and fluwh pitchers Tare, catcher and fiean outfields are the transferred players. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Fairvumbera Louis Amerian Teagué International League War Jones Man Beer Browns Levéteny Tare Fiean

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