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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1913

Page

11

Georgia Invitation Declined by Bacon

Senator Baron declined an invitation to address the General Assembly in Georgia due to vital public duties in Washington. The letter cites currents of tariff debate and foreign relations concerns, noting possible demands on him as chairman. He remains in Washington to oversee ongoing issues while urging colleagues to attend.

Joan Corrigan Washington Baron General Assembly Hig E Mileagues Senator Baron Eimn Senate Kern Torin Democrats Caucis Fliz Fartiza Tha Jeimr Georgia

Government clerks urged to repay debts under new order

The War Department issues a directive demanding government clerks settle debts or risk job loss. The order, carried by Secretary Garrison, targets overdue payments across agencies as a drastic measure. Some departments like state interior and commerce face lighter action, while others face stricter enforcement.

Leika Rovermat Tatest War Department Ty Geetary Garrison Fatas Mike Pascye Amora Interior and Commerce Garthoo

Hearing Thursday on Kindergarten Bill

Notice previews a Thursday hearing on a kindergarten bill with discussion chance for interested parties to witness. The measure has support from a senate committee and aims to advance to a vote, with discussion likely on passage and potential amendments.

Cunningham Assist From Ketron and Peacock At George University

Fragmentary notice describes Ketron and Peacock aiding Cunningham in connection with plans at George University. Text hints at a fall event and involvement of a chief Harald Hetror Wallasten and Beant, with uses of special aid and amusement.

Bach Wah Mary Gil George University Harald Hetror Wallasten Fraperor Pewshas

Negro Baptists Meet at Beulah Church Convention Opens

The eighteenth annual convention of the state Baptist Young Peoples Union began at Beulah Baptist Church with Rev W F Paschal presiding. Officers for next year were elected including President A W Bryant and various clerical and organizational posts as delegates from Savannah Macon Columbus Americus and other cities attended.

State Baptist Young Peoples Union Colored Beulah Baptist Church W F Paschal A. W Bryant Savannah W A. Flagg Macon J . James Central City College W R Forbea AW Bryant Offic Bryant Seannah Twa Piage Yaron Snompson Boston C Vacon LA Watson Columbus J T Anderson Americus R Borbes Jeon Pearl Jean Tia Melvin Ilbrartar Cordele Rey Pagis Thomasville Ren Yo Smith Columbus Baptist Fours Peles Union Taylor Bainbridge Albany

Husband and Wife Fight Over Son in Divorce Hearing

A Louisville couple contends for custody of their son with Mrs Hamilton seeking formal divorce. Proceedings note a move from Louisville to Memphis and involvement of a news hunter at the Hotel Company. The hearing, set for Saturday, will address alimony and the custody dispute amid claims of separation and alleged infidelity.

Committee Hearing on Soft Drink Tax Proposals

The Ways and Means Committee heard lengthy arguments on BIS soft drink tax bills and referred them to a subcommittee. Senator Stak, Fudge, Jet, S Candler, Representative D Fickett and others voiced opinions for and against increasing the tax on manufacturers and dealers.

Aftor BIS Jet. S Candler D . Fickett Ereisin

Murray Killed by Electric Wire on Telegraph Pole

Charles Murray, 27, an employee of a local telephone company in Tampa, was killed today when he stepped on an electric high wire while repairing telephone lines on a pole. Wunras, a prominent merchant of Blacksea, is mentioned in connection with the incident.

Caile Charles Murray Tel Tames HO Wunras Blacksear

French Aviator Killed in Paris During Takeoff

A French aviator died in Paris as a helicopter or fixed wing craft crashed while the crew prepared to leave the ground. The article notes the fatal incident occurred during preflight operations and details about the machine and immediate aftermath are unclear.

Paris

Clewis Nabbed After Suspected Theft Incident

Local report indicates David Clewis was detained in connection with a series of thefts and a pursuit involving a police informant. Suspects were searched, and a firearm was reportedly recovered while Clewis remained in custody. Police say the case involves multiple items tied to an earlier burglary.

M Kee Expected to Resign Soon in Washington Reports

Reports from Washington say Postmaster McKee and assistant Dewitt Cole will resign within thirty days. McKee travels between New York and Atlanta to handle family affairs while meetings with Postmaster General Burleson and First Assistant Mantel G Roper precede a likely Atlanta office change. The move follows dissatisfaction with service and impending reforms under the new administration.

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Donts for Chauffeurs

The Atlanta Colarea Chauffeurs association held its first public meeting at the first colored church last night with good attendance. Dr HOR Butler, a colored physician, urged attendees to conduct themselves wisely, set a sober example, and engage with city whites while proving worthy of trust.

Atlanta Colarea Chauffeurs Association Hor Butler

Hayden Is Relieved In White Slave Case

Washington Tales 2-Thomas J Hayden of Fan Fran ice asso iate cnunsel for the mmernment in the Diges Caminerti white slate case j agunst whom to cross pimests re tent, were made on the ground that he was too inexperienced as a criminal lawyper to participats in the case to day tendered his restription to Attor ney General Wetevrolds Havien asked to be tleved be Jeane he said he fsund he would be absent from Califonia aged part of the trial Three will be prrecuted by Attorness Sullivan and Roche the government s principal counsel.

Washington Tales Thomas J. Hayden Fan Fran Ice Asso Cnunsel Diges Caminerti Agunst Wetevrolds Havien Jeane Califonia Attorness Sullivan and Roche Government

Carnegie Bomb Controversy Spurs Local Debate

A garbled report describes a controversial bomb incident linked to Carnegie and a mystery package. Officials and the secretary discuss details, with unclear notes on containment, timing, and potential suspects affecting the local community.

Opinion Letter Defends Cracker Pitcher Elliott Dent

A baseball fan protests coverage of Elliott Dent, arguing Dent is unfairly blamed for losses caused by errors and crowd reaction. The writer notes Dent showed strength after initial rough outings, cites backing from players, and urges fair assessment of the Atlanta club pitcher in Southern league play.

Dent Atlanta Dent Toray Elliott Dent Locic Auitta Anola Aglers Ager Tala Memphis Iackers Tts

Coombs Return Hopes Highlight Athletics Labor Day Plans

Philadelphia Athletics star pitcher Coombs is expected to be in condition for Labor Day after a long injury layoff since the season's opener. A letter from Priebla dated July 22 predicts a full return to form and readiness for the upcoming game.

Priebla John Wo Cnom Philadelphia Athletics

Red Sox Acquire Two Pitching Prospects For 1914 Pennant Race

The Boston Americans announced the purchase of two young pitchers, including a left hander from the Manistee club of the Michigan State League. They will report after the Michigan league season ends as Boston presses its 1914 pennant bid.

Ce Gthei Boston Americans Bill Manistee Club

Larned and Wright Win Doubles at Longwood Cup

Larned and Wright, former national champions, teamed to defeat Beals and Wright in straight sets 73 61 at the Longwood Cricket Cup second round. Gustav Touchird and William Washburn upset the Princeton duo Meh and Mathey 97 64 10 8 in a surprise match of the day.

Larned Wright William A Larred Beals ¢ Wight Leette Das TT Fattla Pell New York Gustav F Wiliam Mo Washburn Princeton G ™ Meh Dean Mathey

Grand Circuit Races Open at Fort Erie Track

Buffie NY July 28 opening day of the grand circuit at Fort Erie Ont. Featured the 212 trotters Dominion of Cannastake event with Tommy Horn and Teter McCormick as top contenders. McCormick edged Horn for the win as the track ran slow with best mile time 2 05 1. Ed Gears Hertha Cary took the 226 trotters opening event in straight heats while Strathstorm won the 218 pace in straight heats.

Buffie NY Fort Fria Dominion of Cannastake Tommy Horn Tommy Ed Gears Hertha Cary Strathstorm

Mediation clears Erie railroad wage dispute

New York July 22 The Erie road told mediators handling eastern railroads that it would return to conference. Through President F D Underwood the system said it would accept any awards by federal arbitration under the Newlands act. The stand came after a day of talks when the company refused the wage rise and employees warned of a strike.

New York Erie Road Eastern Railroads F D Underwood Erie Brie Arbiaten Peter

Dr Hurt 10 Take Stand For Defense In Crawford Case

The civil suit over the 250000 Crawford estate, linked to Joshua Crawford and his widow Mary Belle Crewford, resumes with the defense set to present evidence. Dr Jon Hurt is expected to testify that Crawford died of pneumonia and was given morphine in his final days. Dr Wills Westmoreland may also testify for the defense. The hearing stalled due to Colonel P H Brewster’s court duties.

Joshua Crawford Charles O' Crawford Mary Belle Crewford Burtean Smith Reuben R Arnald Coloes J . Jamez Jon Hurt Crawford Wills Westmoreland P H Brewster Carrollton Arnold Lewia Thomas Atteorney Thomas Thomas W D Eliza Hugh Dorsey Colonel Brewster

Mississippi Official Given Year in Jail

Jackson July 22 Deigh Watkins deputy state land commissioner pleaded guilty to embezzling state funds and forged refund warrant for 325 dollars and was sentenced to one year in jail He is the second man sentenced amid an investigation of irregularities among Mississippi state officers tied to the Plish system.

Jackson Miss Deigh Watkins Watkins Mississippi

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