Atlanta seeks refund of 135000 on crematory contract
Atlanta council approved canceling the New York Destructor contract and authorized City Attorney May son to seek the 135000 first installment refund, plus a suit to remove the plant buildings from city property. Mayor Woodward criticized the plant’s performance and called for remedies.
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Two Drownings After Mule-Drawn Buggy Falls Into Creek
Clinton North Carolina January 18 The bodies of Mrs Emarson Davis and her mule nephew Willie Hope were recovered from Six Runs Creek two miles from town late today A buggy carried four people across a bridge when the mule balked A daughter of Mrs Davis rescued her sister Mrs Mary Hope by fishing her from the stream with a pole after tumbling into the bank The bridge reportedly lacked side rails
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Willie “Hope
New England Conscience Guides Sunday Film Selections
Boston officials officially censor Sunday film showings to avoid offending local conscience. Deputy chief George C Xeal said only pictures not offending New England sensibilities may be shown, with Christ crucifixion and Lincoln life scenes barred as too cruel or strong for the Sabbath.
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New England
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Abraham Lincoln
Bath
Mayor to serve only two terms defeats council move
In a 17 to 0 vote on Monday afternoon, the council defeated Councilman Claude L. Ashley’s resolution to remove the mayoral disabilities and allow future mayors to serve unlimited terms. Alderman Albert Thomson sought referral to the statistics and research committee, but the measure was tabled.
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General Council
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James G. Woodward
Albert Thomson
Statisics and Research Committee
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They'd crucify Christ in the national capital
Washington January 18 Billy Sunday revivalist visited Washington spoke to about 5000 people at the White House on If Christ Came to Washington. Cabinet officials congressmen and diplomats attended as Sunday warned that God must be served and that Christ is in Washington. President Wilson unable to attend. his daughter Margaret Wilson and cousin Miss Melen Bones were present.
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Melen Bones
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Sayre Baby Born at White House Delights Wilson Family
Washington January 18 President Wilson spent extra time with his grandson born at the White House yesterday. Sayre family gifts and a Princeton tiger toy arrived as the president noted the infant is perfectly proportioned with blue eyes and light hair. Dr Grayson reported both mother and baby progressing well with Major Elbert N. Bacon among early well wishers.
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Edgar Allen Poe
Maryland
Injury and suicide shock Nashville family
Nashville dispatch reports a man killed his daughter Lucy and then himself at 1 PM after weeks of mental imbalance. The tragedy followed a period of emotional distress and distressing family circumstances.
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Villa Desertion by Gen Gutierrez and His Troops
General Francisco Villa, commander of the convention forces in Mexico, was due to reach Mexico City to support Col Roque Gonzales Garza as temporary head. Gutierrez, with 5,000 troops and generals Blanco and Robles, may seek Obregon alliance or establish an independent faction amid reports of letters showing plans to depose Villa.
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Gruneil Opposes Charter Reform In Atlanta Council
Mayor Woodward faced a failed bid to create two charter reform committees in Atlanta. Council members tabled the resolution, blocking a citywide vote plan. Woodward vowed to pursue initiative and referendum, insisting residents want change and a cleaned city hall.
Stork brings sons to Mrs Dana and Mrs Coy
Mr and Mrs Charles A Dana of New York announce the birth of a son on January 16 in New York. Mrs Dana was Agnes Ladson, eldest daughter of T Ladson of Atlanta. Mr and Mrs Edward Harris Coy of Washington announce a son. Mrs Coy was Sophie Meldrim of Savannah, a noted beauty and frequent Atlanta visitor.
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Atlanta
Rural Credits Caucus Debates Ship Purchase Bill Amendments
Washington January 18 Important amendments to the government ship purchase bill were discussed at a caucus of Democrats with aims to reduce GOP opposition. No final action. amendments referred to commerce committee for tomorrow’s report. Senator Hoke Smith proposed that after purchase or lease, ships be offered to American interests at terms yielding at least 4 percent return. A rural credits resolution was adopted urging Senate banking and currency to report a rural credits bill at the earliest practical date, though action this session was in doubt.
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Robinson
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Inter
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Baltimore
Hoke ‘Smith
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Higher tax rate in city proposed
Atlanta faces pressure for a tax hike to fund rising operating costs and outside improvements. Alderman Thomson backs raising the rate from 1.25 to 1.59 per 100, while Mayor Woodward cautions about city spending and supports revenue gains without higher assessments. The finance committee weighs best path amid state and county tax baselines.
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Ageorgia
Albert ‘Thomson
James G. Woodward
Finance Committee
Thomson
Woodward
Ehty
Storm and Snow Shape Western Front Fights
A turbulent weather front delays battles in Belgium and the Vosges while fighting continues in the Argonne. Russian reports claim Hast Prussia and Posen menaced. Turks retreat under pressure near Erzerum. French and German actions yield small gains and losses across multiple sectors.
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Weather Prophecy FAIR Be Georgie-Fair Cold Tuesday
Forecast predicts Georgie fair conditions with colder temperatures Tuesday. East and south areas may see brighter skies while Wednesday turns fair again with improving conditions.
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