Wilson plan to curb big business aims for peace and fairness
President Wilson outlined a broad anti trust program to Congress emphasizing peace over war, fair treatment of business, and eliminating legal uncertainty. Key points include strengthening the Sherman Act, prohibiting interlocking directorates, assigning personal guilt for violations, and creating an interstate trade commission to enforce and investigate compliance. The plan signals a shift in public opinion toward curbing private monopolies and reinforcing individual accountability.
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Bank feud sparks attempted Whitaker shooting at Kennesaw
In Kennesaw, a Monday night attack on W P Whitaker former bank cashier and prominent citizen followed a feud among stockholders of the failed Kennesaw bank. S A Fite, bank receiver and railroad agent, was arrested after bloodhounds traced a trail to his home and a shotgun, revolver, and ammunition were found. The case was forwarded to the Cobb County grand jury amid tensions and warnings of further trouble.
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Kennesaw Bank
S. A. Fite
Nashville, Chattanooga and St Louis Railroad
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Mia Whitaker
Sidney Pace
Smyrna
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Marrett
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Blease Talks State Rights in 1914 Address at Noon
South Carolina Governor Cole Blease presented his annual message to the 1914 General Assembly in Columbia. He denounced federal encroachment on states rights, urged a one mill tax for schools, defended the primary system, abolished or funded a pardons board, and pressed reforms from prohibiting public smoking to limiting usury. He rebuked federal hunting laws perceived as targeting Northeastern land buyers. Page Nine continues.
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Historical Commission
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Teach the Bible to Stop Failures Urges Marshall
Vice President Marshall told the Council of the Church Boards of Education that five in ten thousand young people from schools fail annually. He urged reform in the school system and said it is impossible to teach the Bible in public schools, contributing to widespread failure.
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Police Board Delivers Suspended Term In Spa Hotel Case
Trial of M C Stigall a hotel policeman at the Hotel Ansley concluded with suspension for twenty nine days and a department reprimand by Chief Beavers. The hearing revealed alleged hush money schemes and blackmail claims against Harry Sapphire and others, with witnesses subjected to aggressive scrutiny.
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180 Aboard Cobequid Reported Stranded off Grand Manan
Balifax N S January 13 rapid calls for help from the Royal Mail steamer Cobequid as it went aground on the ledges near Grand Manan. About 180 persons aboard including 102 crew and several first class passengers faced peril as rescue efforts were launched by Canadian and American authorities with ships racing to the scene under a fading wireless contact.
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Five Million Dollar Bond Issue Proposed by Humphrey for City Improvements
A major fire destroyed two industrial plants on Whitehall Street causing an estimated 256000 to 260000 in losses. Cotton States Belting and Supply and Avery & Sons suffered extensive damage with little salvage. Water pressure failed and fire crews fought for hours as homes caught fire and street traffic stalled. Origin of the blaze remains unknown. the bond proposal awaits discussion.
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B. F. Avery & Sons
Terminal District
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Writehall Street
Stewart Avenue
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Hins
Beltire Cnncern
Tarrison
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Patralen Robertson
Melton
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Georgia Realty Company
Plea for New School in Fifth Ward Amid Unhealthy Conditions
Mrs J C McGehee, representing parents, describes deplorable school and street conditions in Atlanta fifth ward. Finance committee says at least 5 million to 9 million in bonuses needed for new schools and city improvements. Report outlines proposed new schools in Davis Street, Battle Hill, eighth ward, East Atlanta, and a high school issue at Jesst, with total costs climbing toward a million dollars for schools alone.
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Slerdar
Atlanta
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Jesst
New English Commercial School
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Educational Contest TLE in Atlanta Society Next Week
The Constitution promotes an upcoming educational contest described as the season’s most important event in Atlanta society. Details will be announced in next Sunday’s Constitution with a plea to order the paper ahead to catch the full coverage.
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Weather Prophecy FAIR Georgia Fair
A weather prophecy predicts fair skies in Georgia with slightly warmer conditions on Wednesday and Thursday. The forecast suggests pleasant temperatures and dry air for midweek.
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