Wilson vetoes immigration bill over literacy test
President Wilson vetoes the immigration bill citing the literacy test for admission. He asks Congress to reconsider, warning the measure would restrict asylum and exclude educated would‑be immigrants, while noting the need to respect the nation’s traditional policy. Senate leaders expect possible repassage efforts in the upper chamber.
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Song Evangelists Aim to Rival Great Glory Hymn
Song evangelists predict a rival to the famed Glory hymn as new voices perform in weekend services. Reports note rising interest from church choirs and soloists, with organizers highlighting strong reception and potential for cross- denomination appeal.
Jesus Is a Friend of Mine Hymn for Atlanta Revival
The Constitution prints the hymn for the Chapman Alexander revival starting February 14 for five weeks. A 1500 voice choir under J R Regnas will sing at the Baptist Tabernacle. A religious census, February 6, seeks hundreds of volunteer census takers at 629 Grant Building.
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Urant Building
Executive Committee
Fine “Movie” Bill Offered At Grand Today and Tomorrow
The Grand in Atlanta marked its tenth week under Arthur S Hyman and P T Barbour with a three feature bill touted as the biggest ever shown at the theater. Open Friday and Saturday at 1 am, with a standard 75 cent price, the program includes Alter Five with Howard Abe les and Jane Darwell, The Man Behind the Door with Wally Van and Cissy Fitzgerald, and Puss in the Well for children.
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Democratic voices clash on veto and nation’s path forward
In heated debate the House veto message prompts calls to wait for party platforms and public demand. Supporters insist on full citizen instruction, while others push rapid consideration and continued Democratic strength in the South. The Young Men's Democratic League of Fulton County is highlighted as a political force backing party leadership and election efforts.
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Simmons Elected Head of Democratic League
Simmons Jr. was elected president of the Democratic League at a function Thursday afternoon. Troy Dorses became vice president, S. A. Marrin secretary, and Hhus Anderson treasurer, with Walter P. Andrews presiding in Charles B. Shelton’s absence. Simmons urged action to revive party business and praised its future prospects.
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Charles B. Shelton
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Atlanta Money Sheet Deadlock Delays City Projects
The Atlanta finance sheet worth nearly five million for department operations and new projects remains tied up in the aldermanic board. Mayor Woodward threatens a veto if the amendment adds 56 thousand over anticipated funds, while council factions argue to pass the original amount. Labor idle and conflicting positions stall work on sewer and other projects as unions press for action and the county contemplates trench work with convicts.
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Roosevelt Strikers Reject Peace Offer at Mass Meeting
Striking workers at the American Agricultural Chemical plants in Loogevelt N W January 28 voted to reject a 1.50 daily wage offer and keep the strike. They demanded not less than 2 a day and pledged orderly action while asking officials to pursue punishment for the murder of two workers. Deputies guarding the plants were withdrawn as reports of strikebreakers surfaced.
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American Agricultural Chemical Company
Armour
Wilson Bryan Letters Read to the Japanese
Professor Shatter Mathews of the University of Chicago read a December 14 letter from President Wilson and a November 10 letter from Secretary Bryan in Japan to foster better U S Japan understanding. In Washington he said the letters were given in good will for Americans abroad and noted Bryan’s customary goodwill message.
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Steamer Angelo Parodi Rescued After Sighting by Crios
The Italian steamer Angelo Parodi, missed by the Itasca in fog after coal ran low, was found in tow by the Greek vessel Crios near Cane Henry. A prior voyage with the Gripwell and later rescue marked the Crios’s second consecutive rescue. The Parodi had departed Madellena for Baltimore thirty three days earlier. Battles in blood against germs were photographed by French scientists.
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Cane Henry
Crion
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Gripwell
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Italy
Baltimore
No Sign of Cold Wave Lifts Atlanta Skies
Bright stars lit Atlanta as a supposed cold wave failed to arrive last night. Weather forecasts promise a chill, with long range prophecy limited to a day or two. today looks fair and tomorrow follows the familiar uncertain pattern.
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Coast Guard Bill Signed by Wilson Adds Unity to Services
President Wilson signed the coast guard bill uniting the revenue cutter service and the life saving service. The action consolidates maritime safety and rescue operations under a single framework, with implications for funding and administration.
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Washington
Wilson
Revenue Cutter Service
Canada Uses War Prisoners to Clear Ontario Land
January report states Canada assigns more than 2000 acres in northern Ontario to prisoner of war labor for clearance and future settlement. After clearance the timber will be disposed of by the government under minister D. Howard Ferguson.
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Howard Ferguson
Ontario
Canada
Stationary engines in U S produce about horsepower
Stationary steam oil and gas engine plants of the United States are producing about 0.060 million horsepower. The figure reflects industrial capacity and varying output from major regions and manufacturers during the period.
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United States
Constipation a Penalty of Age
Constipation is a key health issue in aging, often causing fatigue and mood changes. Strong laxatives are avoided. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is promoted as a mild, physician-endorsed remedy sold by druggists, with free trial offers from Dr W B Caldwell in Monticello, Alabama.
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