Law and order over mob rule in Georgia lynching case
In 1911 Georgia required a judge to change venue when lynch threats loom. Jefferson county spared a triple lynching by transferring the trial to Fulton county under Judge Rawlins with Governor Slaton. Militia guarded the defendants, enabling a fair swift trial and likely execution if guilty. The act proved its value and urged Georgians to abandon lynch law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Jefferson County
Louisville
Fulton County
Jefferson
Lousville
Judge Rawlins
Jefferson Superior Court
Slaton
Atlanta
Loujaville
Hirch Named Next President by Science Association
The American Association for the Advancement of Science in Atlanta announced the selection of Dr Charles W. Hirch, president emeritus of Harvard University, as its next president. The choice reflects a goal to advance organized scientific thought, with Hirch described as encyclopedic and pedantic in his mental outlook.
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Eliot
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Atlanta
Charles W. Hirch
Harvard University
Huot
Woodrow Wilson and the gauge of national leadership
The passage contrasts two types of leaders, noting that those with concrete action capacity are valuable assets to the nation. It praises men of the latter caliber as distinct assets, mellowed yet radical, who feed and guide progressive thought at its fountain head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow Wilson
George
Dianner
Tim Su
Nate
Gmurg
Pendleton Illness Noted Editor Of The Macon Telegraph
The Macon Telegraph editor Charles R Pendleton, a longtime Georgia journalist admired for forthrightness and integrity, is temporarily withdrawn from professional duties due to illness. The state and the south regret his absence and hope it is only temporary. Pendleton is praised for clear, principled reporting and civic contributions.
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Colonel Pendleton
Charles R. Pendleton
Macon Telegraph
South
Charley Pendleton
Pendleton
Georgia
World City Sees New York Overtake London in Population
Dr W H Gunroy, statistician for New York City, estimates the metropolis now leads London by nearly a million in population. He argues the shift reflects America’s vast agricultural and manufacturing потенtial and the concentration of opportunity in New York, with Manhattan’s space tightening as skyscrapers rise and subways expand.
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W H Gunroy
Board of Health of
New York City
London
England
New York
Great Western Reservoir
Manhattan
New World
America
Naval holiday idea hinges on German consent and U S support
The piece argues a one year naval halt could gain neutral backing, especially with American moral pressure on Germany. It notes France and Russia show tentative interest, England’s stance is mixed, and the world would avoid total naval stagnation if the plan proves impractical after the pause. The author warns that persistent armed competition risks bankruptcy and fuels hatred.
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Winston Churchill
England
Berum
House of Representatives
America
Germany
France
Russia
United States
Jast From Georgia by Frank St Stanton
A fragmentary verse piece blends New Year lore with reflections on time and resolve. It weaves classics of Old Year and New Year with a Georgia philosopher’s quips, ending with a humorous note about facing a lion in the path.
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Georgia
Frank St. Stanton
Sermon and Odd Ads Sparkle in Youngstown Reel
A garbled page mixes a sermon on honest work in Youngstown with satirical ads and musical notes. It highlights the value of labor over material cost fears, notes civic themes from The Kansas City Star style commentary, and mentions public figures like Secretary Bryan and peace lectures alongside quirky holiday mood snippets.
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Youngstown
Ohio
Savas
Kansas City
Ting
Humeelf
Florida
Afteen
Feta
Lou
Miss Dooly Praised by Georgia State Chamber Leader
President Haden commends Miss Dooly and The Constitution for her article on Georgia funds sent away as bonds. He lauds her fine reporting on the divorce era economic issue and the homeward purchase argument, calling her a feature of The Constitution.
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Miss Dooly
Georgia
President Haden
The
State Trade Board
Constitution
Miss
Opportunities for Young Men in the Advertising Field
John Lee Mahin argues the advertising field offers great chances through applying advertising principles to ordinary business. He cites The Constitution’s two cent price as enabling mass access to world news and values the cooperative model and audience insight for publishers. The piece urges young men to study group organizing and advertising as a path to future leadership across industries.
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John Lee Mahin
Atlanta
Cable and Telegraph
Groun
Death of T. H. Ellett Revered Richmond Leader
T. H. Ellett of Richmond is mourned as a highly respected public figure. He served on the city board, ran extensive business interests, and supported his church and charitable works. His three lifelong commitments were the ministers relief fund at his church, the Salem Baptist orphanage, and aiding recovering alcoholics in the police court. He actively aided ministers, orphans, and the fallen, offering mercy and second chances.
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Philospher
Thealby Free Press
Lars
Richmond
Times Dispatch
T . Ellett
Board of Aldermen
Thia
Wrollett
Baptist Orphanage
Salem
Ollett
Bilett
Ellett
A New Year Reflection Poem by J D Cluton
A lyrical reflection from Atlanta Georgia on the passing of the old year and the hope for a brighter future. The verse traces sorrow and decay to growth and a living day of May, ending with faith in lasting peace.
The Trial of Luther at Worms 1521 Reforms and Resolve
The article recounts Martin Luther’s appearance before the Diet of Worms in 1521. It notes his defense of writings, refusal to retract, and the imperial ban issued against him while highlighting the courage and leadership of Frederick the Elector amid hostile observers and court intrigue.
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Martin Luther
Worms
Ecclesiastice
Luther
Empire
Ferst
George of Frundsberg
Cok
Cermin Bck
Diet
Jose
Frederick
Gryvers
Thuringia
Wartenburg
Fitter
George
False Prophets and Internal Thresholds by Adams
A critique urging readers to reject external prophets who promise wide success and instead heed one’s own will and living space. It argues true greatness comes from independence, self ownership, and measured judgment rather than hoping for others to define happiness or destiny.
Roast Chicken and Stable Fare Highlight Holiday Meal
A fragment from a diary style listing describes Roast Chicken with potatoes and buttered cauliflower, bread and butter, desserts, and a total of 425. The note mentions a holiday meal for six at five dollars, with a storekeeper and his sons discussing feed supply and plans for additions to their fare.
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Snateur Horse Busland
Argument Over Phonograph Sparks Domestic Budget Clash
Mrs Jamesworthy and Jamesworthy debate buying a phonograph. He desires music, records, and guests, while she frets about cost, neighborhood show, and furnishing upgrades, fearing social pressure and debt. He jokes about funding via Sousa band. both weigh cultural value against expenses.
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Dotana
Mrs Tamesworthy
Jamesworthy
Vic
Vira Jamcesworths Ft
Sweet Sing
Michigan
Mrs Jamesworths
Carusa
Jack
Sousa Band
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John Corrigan
Ata
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Forty Second Street
Times Building
Thirty Eighth Street
Twenty Ninth Street
Wilhelm
Judd Lewis
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Santa OE
T. H. Ellett
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Teara
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