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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1921
Page
1
The permanent tariff bill clearing the House by 289 to 127 moves to the Senate for rapid consideration. Key changes include free lists for hides, long staple cotton, oil, and asphalt, with the dyes embargo removed. Debate highlighted partisan splits and forecasts of future tax revision.
Twenty people, mostly children, drowned while bathing in the gulf near Palacios while delegates to the Baptist Young People's Union conference were delayed. A Houston message says fifteen bodies have been recovered and the death toll may reach twenty or more as rescuers search for the missing in strong undertow.
Clarence V. Miller says eighty Georgia Republicans have accepted invites to form a "Committee of One Hundred" to reorganize the party in the state. About one hundred members expected. invitations go to representative Republicans not aligned with factions. Miller calls the group a high grade body, serving the public welfare and party rebuilding. Continued on Page 7 Column 6.
Julius McIntyre 22 was sentenced to one year in prison after a jury found him guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of William Tumlin during a May 7 incident in Grant Park. Prosecution cited McIntyre’s intoxicated state and involvement with Blanton’s party car. defense criticized the lenient verdict and offered no motion for a new trial.
Colonel William B. Greeley and Gifford Pinchot urged the Georgia state senate and Southern Forestry congress to form a state forestry board, organize statewide reforestation, and enact forest legislation. They warned the South risks massive timber depletion and a national lumber famine if fires and waste are not halted. Georgia’s forestry needs and potential were highlighted during a conference with Gov Hardwick, with plans for immediate action moving through the state capitol.
Norfolk, Va July 21 The German dreadnaught Ostfriesland rests on the ocean floor after American Martin bombers attacked with 1000 and 2000 pound bombs. Five 1000 pound bombs were released with three direct hits causing the ship to capsize and dive. Damage focused on upper works and deck holes, as naval observers noted.
Jim Barnes of Pelham NY and Bobby Jones of Atlanta shine at Columbia Open. Barnes posts 144 for day one, then 150 after morning and afternoon totals. Jones finishes fourth at 149, five behind Barnes. Duncan and Mitchell chase from close behind as final thirty six loom.
The house appropriations committee, in executive session, decided there will be no data in the appropriations this year versus 1919 and 1920. The revenue bill will be pushed through Friday and the appropriations bill reported next week. The trend suggests no material cuts and current appropriations likely to stand. The revenue bill moves to third reading and passage Friday.
Senator Harris of Georgia introduced a Senate joint resolution opposing a constitutional amendment to limit the presidential term to six years and make the president ineligible for re election. The proposal is framed to avoid affecting President Harding and was referred to the judiciary.
Tokio reports the cabinet will accept President Handing's invite to a disarmament conference and discuss Far East issues. Japan plans to withdraw troops from Shantung and Siberia to ease armament costs and push for world wide equality for Japanese nationals.
Washington July 21 The War Finance corporation announced an advance of 1.25 million to the Federal International Banking company of New Orleans to support about 25 000 bales of cotton for export and up to 5 million more to finance roughly 100 000 bales as business grows. The plan, tied to edge act bank support, aims to aid southern farmers and Mississippi delta growers with broader financing through federal banks and external funds.
United News Star reports in London July 21 that Premier Lloyd George told Eamonn de Valera Britain may amend the home rule act toward a dominion-style government for both Ireland regions. Ulster stubbornness remains the main hurdle as Dublin awaits Sinn Fein response. The proposal would keep military rule but place police under Irish control, aiming to end decades of conflict and create a coordinated administration, with a narrow path to peace still open despite opposition.
Tower prison investigation into Abe Powers escape includes letters from ex congressman William Schley Howard and Deputy Sheriff J D Bazemore praising Powers as a model prisoner. Lawmakers consider summoning former congressman, jailer Bazemore, prison commission members, and Sheriff Lowry to testify.
Springfield July 21 Illinois governor Len Small defies state court authority over arrest for embezzlement charges. Adjutant General and guards accompany him as warrants loom. aides vow to press legal challenge claiming executive immunity. Lieutenant Governor Sterling and Vernon Curtis remain in court custody or awaiting bonds as political tensions escalate.
Washington January 21 Senator Reed of Missouri denounced a maternity and infancy aid bill as bolshevistic and federal overreach. The bill, once passed by the Senate, awaits action in the House as a two hour debate highlighted concerns over government involvement in family affairs.
Partly cloudy in the north with local thundershowers in the south for Friday and Saturday. Local weather report notes highest and lowest temperatures and mean temperatures with normal values. Rainfall data and deviations since the start of the month are incomplete but indicate excess in rainfall and a reported deficiency since January.
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