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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1915
Page
9
A lively spring reflection celebrates sap rising as a symbol of renewal. Atlanta is shown as a hotbed of exuberant activity, with politicians preachers and laymen mixing in joyful chaos. The piece contrasts domestic merriment with distant war horrors, calling sap season a brief, refreshing public spectacle.
The piece argues the rivers and harbors appropriation reveals misuses of budget handling. Senator Burton of Ohio is praised for pruning only indispensable items, suggesting a broader application of a budget system could save hundreds of millions annually by cutting waste in pensions public buildings and other federal departments.
Editorial argues against ending Atlanta high schools amid growth and new grade schools. It warns such a policy would curb opportunities for average citizens, harming the masses while leaving the wealthy able to pursue education, and calls for a square deal for all.
Interstate Commerce Commission hears protest over eastern railroads forcing through tickets from New York to southern destinations denying mileage use for Washington to south travel. Critics call rule an outrage and demand passenger convenience over railroad revenue boosts. Commentary notes political credits, censorship, and wartime sentiment surrounding public figures.
A preacher asserts certain knowledge of God Jesus and the Bible while admitting ignorance of science philosophy and light speed. He frames knowledge as faith guided by God, promising that after death only faith and Bible belief endure. He contrasts fame or fortune with eternal truth and devotion.
Poetical verse reflects time's passage and aging. The speaker laments time's pace from New Year optimism to six weeks elapsing, noting the urge for play and fear of growing old. It parodies modern life and social roles, urging Time to slow down for all people.
The article envisions a modern rural home bridging city and country life through technology. It highlights plant breeding, improved livestock, automobiles, electric telephones, city water systems, and sanitary bathrooms as the shift bringing urban comforts to farms. BENJAMIN W. HUNG, Eatonton Ga.
Interstate Commerce officials in Baltimore heard business leaders rail against a rule by eastern railways denying through baggage checks and through Pullman reservations for split ticket travel between the north and south. Testifiers from Baltimore New York and many southern cities said the policy causes major travel hardship and would force costly rebooking or rechecking at Washington.
A compact profile of the Southern Railway detailing its vast network from Washington to the gulf, 7000 miles owned, 2000 miles affiliated, and 400 plus parent and related lines. It notes leadership challenges, routes, scenery, stock and bond figures, and mentions President Wilson and the Vanderbilts as notable passengers connected to the system.
A melodramatic tale from Heber about Luther Odem a 22 year old farmhand and Mary Moore a 17 year old farm lass who elope after Mary’s mother hides her clothes. The Rev Winebrenner marries them after Luther pays the parson the next day.
The Illustrated London News reports pioneering studies of tropical birds and big cats filmed by an operator who hid in artificial blinds close to wildlife. A large lifelike cow concealment allowed near silent filming of leopards lions and other jungle animals from inside rock canvases and hollow trees.
AT THE SOUTH'S BELL SYSTEM HQ in Atlanta, T. Guernsey, AT&T general counsel, lauds cordial relations between the company and the public, stressing public understanding of Bell’s operations. He notes Atlanta’s business strength, the joint aims of harmony with customers, and the future reach of nationwide telephone service.
A wife turns domestic strategy into salvage after her husband faces bankruptcy. She hosts a calm, inviting dinner to restore his hope, helping him see his failure as recoverable. He becomes a successful manufacturer with debts repaid, aided by her timely, practical support.
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