No Compromise In Fight On Taft Says Roosevelt
Oyster Bay July 16 Colonel Roosevelt declares a distinct independent party is his course not mere capture of the Republican vote. He rejects any entangling agreements to combine Taft and Roosevelt electors and appeals to all progressives to back a genuine new party. He notes Pennsylvania and Maryland plans to fuse electors and says he will not consent to such bargains.
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Portrait of Senator A B Clay Presented by W J Harris
Miss Kate Edwards completes a portrait of late Senator A B Clay valued for its likeness. Presented to the state by Senator W J Harris with unveiling by Miss Evelyn Clay. Edwards, a Georgia artist, studied in Chicago and now works in Atlanta. the painting hangs in the capitol’s second floor after the ceremony.
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Chicago
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Demands Probe of Health Board Spurs House Row
Dr George Brown charged the state board of health faced a whitewash as the health probe resolution was misrouted by Rep Carl Vinson. The committee sent the measure back and the house did not adopt it, amid accusations of a dirty trick and calls for continued investigation. Page Twelve.
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Westmoreland
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Vinson
H F Harris
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Near-Beer Bill Threatens Georgia Statewide Revenue
The Constitution reports attorney Reuben R Arnold fears the Tippins bill will revive liquor in Georgia and hurt state funds for schools and the University. He doubts passage without Gov Brown’s support and notes Alabama’s open bars as a cautionary tale. He echoes ex-Mayor Maddox’s temperance stance.
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Arnold
Georgia
Alabama
Brown
Tippins Dhl
Robert F. Maddox
Women lawyers battle for right to practice in Georgia
A Georgia judiciary committee debated a bill to allow women to practice law in the state. The 5 to 5 vote was broken by Chairman HL J Fulbright, after a delegation of 15 to 20 women urged action. Speakers included Mrs Mary McLendon and Judge Hopkins, drawing strong support from the audience.
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General Judiciary Committee No 2
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Judiciary No 2
Georgia
HL J Fulbright
Burke
Mary McLendon
Mary Bradley
Louis Carter
Georgia McIntire Weaver
Mary Thornton McWhorter
Ida McClellan
Osborn
M C Harden
Judge Hopkins
Mans
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Cemetery birds doomed by board
Oakland cemetery faces a sparrow nuisance as thousands of English sparrows damage monuments and plants. Commissioner Fischer proposes licensed shooting, while Mayor Winn favors nonlethal methods or poisoned grain. The issue remains unsettled as citizens are invited to suggest solutions.
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Sandbar Struck by Battleship Wyoming Near Wilmington
The battleship Wyoming, on a trial trip from Philadelphia, ran aground on a sandbar about a mile and a half below Wilmington. Government tugs are aiding, no damage reported, and it is expected to resume movement with the next high tide.
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Morse Makes No Apologies
Bath Maine July 15 Charles W Morse who was pardoned by President Taft from the federal prison at Atlanta spoke at a dinner given by fifty friends and former business associates in Bath His only prison reference was reading a letter to Attorney General Wickersham stating I am confined for an act which I would be proud to have any of my sons do
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Charles W Morse
Taft
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Wickersham
Henry Fink Passes Over Great Divide
Henry Fink, longtime Norfolk and Western Railway chairman and former president, died after a long illness in his Plaza Hotel apartments. Born in Germany in 1831, he held numerous railroad positions across the South during his career.
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Mrs Hetty Green Baptised and Will Join the Church
Mrs Hetty Green the reputed world s richest woman was baptised in the Episcopal faith in Jersey City to prepare for confirmation. The ceremony was conducted by The Rev Augustine Elmendorf with Colonel Edward Howland Robinson Green as witness. Bishop Edwin Lines will perform the confirmation in Newark diocese. The Greens returned to New York afterward.
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Rome Insurance Company Misuse Alleged in Suit
Rome Georgia July 15 Special alleging mismanagement and illegal diversion of capital stock money by Rome Insurance Company officers and directors. John W Miles sues Home Insurance Cherokee Life seeking injunction to stop asset merger, a receiver for Rome Insurance, and liquidation of affairs. A temporary restraining order is in place. hearing set August 4.
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Appling County
Georgia
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Cherokee Life
Rome Life Miles
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Underwood Invited to Visit Governor Wilson
Washington July 15 Representative Underwood received a telegram from Governor Wilson inviting him to meet. He said he has nothing specific to discuss unless requested and will explain pending legislation and the tariff position if asked. He added he plans to campaign for Wilson during the summer and fall and will offer his services once the campaign is organized.
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Underwood
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McCombs Named Chairman of Democratic National Committee
William F. McCombs of New York was elected chairman of the Democratic National Committee in Chicago and empowered to appoint a nine member campaign committee, select a national treasurer, and name officers and headquarters location after consulting with Governor Wilson. Joseph E Davies was elected secretary to succeed Urey Woodson, and John I Martin was re elected sergeant at arms.
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William F McCombs
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Woodrow
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Kentucky
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St. Louis
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Robert S Hudspeth
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Dispensary graft probe to hear more witnesses in Columbia
Spartanburg 8 C July 15 Special Senator Carlisle heads a legislative graft inquiry. Nichols, attorney for Durham, to testify Thursday on alleged pardon deal for convict Johnson. The panel plans to bring Charleston witnesses and weigh admissible background as it extends into possible quo warranto or related improprieties.
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Weather Prophecy Showers In Georgia Tuesday Through Wednesday
Weather forecast hints at showers for Georgia and surrounding areas from Tuesday into Wednesday. Forecast calls for possible showers and unsettled skies with mild temperatures.
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