City Council set to consider two charter proposals
Amid heated debate, the council weighs two charter plans amid reform advocates. A reform committee led by James Woodward backs a substitute charter, with Alderman Ashley proposing amendments to curb office eligibility for mayor and council members for two years after enactment. Opposition suggests the plan could abolish recall and referendum safeguards, while backers argue the changes align with current administrative power.
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James @ Woodward
Aldine Chambers
Mags & Omi
Wadward
WRESTLING WITH FRIEND IS FATALLY WOUNDED
The report details a fatal wounding linked to a wrestling incident involving Walter J M Neil and Jess Neos. It notes the involvement of a trainer and a local location likely in alimba St To oars ha ally and mentions a gunshot injury and a fatal outcome with Neos described as one of his best friends.
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Walter JM
Neil Oo du
A Lee
VeNeill
Hs Best Friends
You Can Play Piano in 12 Lessons
A piano course promises that any child who can read print can learn to play. Each of twelve lessons is illustrated with a color piano-key chart and printed weekly in the Magazine Section of the Constitution. The plan runs Sundays, twelve installments in all.
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Constitution
Empress Dowager Ye Ho Na La Dies in Pekin
Pekin reports the empress dowager Ye Ho Na La, widow of Emperor Kwangsu, died at 2:20 this morning. Her death follows a brief illness likely resembling appendicitis. Her life included key roles in court selection and court ceremonies as China moved toward republican reforms.
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Pekin
Ye Ho Na la
China
Emperor Kwangsu
bin Wan
Taft Leaves Capital for Trip to Gotham
President Taft left Washington at 3 0 this morning for New York for the day with Mrs Taft accompanying him The president witnessed the Inauguration work on temeno Jal to them in Indian at Fort Wade Worth and sneak Titer it a banquet of the American Peace and Administration league returning to Washington Sunday night.
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Taft
Washington
Fort Wade Worth Oy
Amerian Peace
Georgia Appeals Hear Risk For Phone Delays In Death Case
The Georgia Court of Appeals weighs whether the Bell Telephone Co can be held liable for a death blamed on delayed medical access. In Americus, a $5000 verdict against the company was appealed after evidence showed efforts to reach a doctor by phone failed and a death occurred at childbirth. Judges seek further evidence before a decision, aiming to set a precedent on negligence in communication failures.
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Georgia Court of Appeals
Uglausen
Bell Telephone Company
Americus
Telephone
Court of Appeals
Glauson
O& Glauson
Amercus
Telephone Company
Supreme Court
Hussell Hill
Pottle
Hiowever
Black man chased by posse near Memphis Tenn
A violent confrontation occurred when officers tried to arrest Henry Wilkins, a Black man charged with disturbing the peace. Wilkins escaped as a posse pursued him. two Black individuals were mortally wounded and Deputy Borum was hurt entering a home. The chase continued with bloodhounds aiding the sheriff's office.
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Memphis
Tenn
Borum
Cullierville
Henry Wilkins
Wilkins
Wilkine
Borum Wiking
Boruma
Sheriffs Office
Black Man Dies in Gulfport Related Incident
In Gulfport Mississippi on February 21 a Black man died in a related incident from a morning attack that fatally harmed Charles Dickey, the Gulfport Police Chief, as authorities recount the events and consequences of the violence.
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Gulfport
Charles Dickey
Shief
Pelicy
Percy Newkirk
Indictments Returned in Trust Co Crash in Augusta
Augusta February 21 grand jury returned thirty five indictments charging violation of state banking laws forgery and embezzlement tied to the Chisenus Trust Company of Augusta funds around $195000. Several local men named including former cashier McDowling and Willard of Philadelphia. No arrests yet. warrants to be issued tomorrow.
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Augusta
Chisenus Trust Company
Twuehmend County Grand Jury
Sherwood Dunn
New York
D H Wilard
Philadelphia
Way C Dowling
Barnweil
Charced
Dowling
Defimet Soncern
Iolatlo
State Bank
Inglowe
Funy
Jugusta Life Insurance Company
Citilzens Bank
B Ace
Trust Company
Whelers To Dry Goods House
Ho Myers
Finance Committee
Snerwood Dunn
Interstate Trust Company
Mebariane
Andrell
Willach
Phiadeipa
Augusta Life Insurance Company
Willard
T ¢ mauTanee Company
Truat Company
Woman foils burglar leaping from second story window
Mrs Matthews on West Alexander Street confronted a burglar in her home last night. The intruder fled through an open second story window leaping about 40 feet to the pavement but escaped unseen as detectives began a wake. Police describe the suspect as an old offender with prior burglary sentences.
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Vaude Matthews
Tly
Mr and
Wilston
Tay
West Alexander Short
Ray Camily
Matthewa
Mra Matthews
Mr. Matthews
Stately Peachtree Church to Cost 116000
First Church of Christ Scientist planned at Peachtree and Fifteenth will cost 116000. Architects Dougherty and Robinson show an Italian Renaissance design with an imposing front, terra cotta trim, and cathedral glass. The five story complex includes classrooms, a Sunday school for 750, an 800-seat auditorium, organists room, directors room, and committee rooms.
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First Church of Christ, Scientists
Peachtree
Fifteenth Streets
Dougherty & Robinson
Atlanta
Fifteenth To
Mayor Woodward Declares Mixed Holiday Mood in Atlanta
The Atlanta mayor urged a half holiday on Saturday while city hall and departments planned closures. A signed proclamation was in doubt, delaying full holiday status, with efforts to honor Washington and keep city services available.
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George Washington
Leora Washington
Delaware
Lizzie Jones
Yorksgam
Jim Woodward
Atlanta
Maye
Jim
Woodward
City Hall
Jon Shearer
Walter Taylor
Continental Congress
Surprises at First Gridiron Banquet by Ad Men’s Club
At the Kimball House a large Ad Men’s club Gridiron banquet drew about 400 attendees who roared at burlesque and wit. A blue-coated officer announced a warrant for Louis Magid, drawing a hush as he reached a central table. The scene shifted as officials moved toward Page Two.
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AD Men’s Club
Louis Magid
Kimball House
Ad Men's Club
Grief and Ecstasy in City Hospital Mix Up
In Philadelphia on February 21 a hospital identity error sent one family into grief and another into joy as two scarlet fever patients were swapped. The Kaufman family refused a child they believed not theirs, while a mother who had buried her daughter confirmed the returned child was hers. Authorities prepared to exhume the dead child for positive identification.
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Philadelphia
Kaufman
Jugg
Kautmen
Postoffice Needs Larger Force Under Eight Hour Law
Pestmaster McKee of Atlanta travels to Washington to press for more carriers and clerks in the Atlanta post office as the eight hour law takes effect March 4. He will present figures showing current staffing is inadequate and seek at least twenty additional carriers plus matching clerks, with extra pay for overtime and limited Sunday service if needed.
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Kak Do Foe
Alderme
Fon F McCivn
Jlohn & Candler
Athney
Charles Trophid
Claude L. Ashies
Couth Ward
Thia
Tucedas
Counsil
Aldermarine Board
Gible
Coun Limacd Ashley
Iake Co Naver
Woodwars
Catnll
Pestmaster Mckee
Atlanta
Washington
Atlantas
McKee
Syatem
Postoffice
Oldest Catholic Prelate Hogan Dies in City
Bishop Jona Joseph Hogan of the diocese of Sweeterh Issaus, the oldest Catholic prelate in the country by years and service, died of pneumonia today at age 84. He served decades in the church and led the diocese with steady guidance. His death marks the end of an era for the local Catholic community.
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Wavees City
Jona Joseph Hogan
Sweeterh Issaus
Boy Fractures Legs In Street Car Tragedy
Felton McHugh a 12 year old boy playing with companions in Fast Point darted in front of a moving trolley on Main Street. The car slowed but the wheels crushed his legs before stopping. He was taken to a drug store then rushed to Atlanta Hospital by ambulance with severe blood loss. Condition improved later but remained critical.
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Felton McHugh
Policeman Baker
Atlanta Force
Greenberg & Bonds Auto
Atlanta
East Point
Baker
Main Street
Sleet Storm Delays Chicago Streets and Transit
A February sleet storm hit Chicago with ice coating streets and sidewalks early this morning. Traffic slowed on all surfaces and the elevated lines faced delays as the city coped with hazardous travel conditions.
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Chicago
Morning News of Paper Privilege and Purpose
The text reflects a historical newspaper ethos stressing the morning paper as the trusted source for verified news. It highlights time schedules, rumor verification, and the role of the morning press and its advertisers in delivering accurate information.
Revolt Threatens Mexico as Northern States Refuse Huerta
Mexico City reports indicate a growing revolt as eight northern states reject Provisional President Huerta’s regime. Carranza and other exiled leaders mobilize troops and seek a breakaway republic. Rumors link Carranza to leading secession efforts while Madero brothers and others are active in exile.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Huerta
Venestiano Carranza
Guahuha
Emiliac
Rat Kaulo Madero
San Pedro Madero
Satiio Wich
Carrangas
Jane Cayou
Sonora
Mexicaly
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Madero
Maytorna
Senate
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Laredo
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Simeloa
Puebla
Carranza
Coahuila
Caransa
Orozco
Weather Prophecy Local Forecast Draws Mild Change
Georgia local forecast notes rising temperatures then a cooler weekend. Saturday and Sunday turn fair and cold with moderate variable winds easing.
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Georgia
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