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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1921
Page
9
The Fordney tariff bill clears the House by party lines amid sharp critique. Republicans emphasize protectionism, arguing higher duties burden consumers on essentials, while Democrats push back, highlighting removed items and party loyalty. Notably, no Democrat from southeastern states voted for the measure.
A fragmentary column from The Excelsior Springa Standard reviews prose poetry and performance notes. It quotes a tune about the world and joy, critiques an animated instrument act, praises a Stradivarius, and recalls lines about light and comfort. It includes scattered Yukon dialect and rural sentiment.
In a Georgia article notes compare Michigan bond issue strength to Georgia. Michigan sold fifteen million dollars of 20 year bonds at a premium, with tax exempt status and strong demand. Georgia forestry reform and reforestation plans gain traction as lawmakers discuss a state forestry board and forest conservation priorities.
The writer praises Georgia district schools for practical training in agriculture domestic science and economics. He contends uniform curricula and better maintenance funds will raise all schools to the best standard and curb rural unemployment by equipping youth with useful skills. He cites Jim Williams Greensboro Herald Journal and apple valley as examples and argues education remains Georgia’s best investment.
W H Bocock, dean of the graduate school at the University of Georgia, argues that Georgia underfunds higher education as student numbers exceed four hundred, with inadequate buildings and overburdened departments. He cites states like Louisiana and North Carolina investing millions to boost universities and questions Georgia's commitment to future development and civilizational progress. Athena Ga July 22 1921.
The text warns Mingland will face labor troubles and industrial difficulties in coming weeks. It foretells international attention and risks to merchants and bankers, advising postponement of important business until the stars improve. It also notes birthdays bring prosperity with caution and children may be fickle in choosing vocations.
New York July 22 in those sweetly furnished avenue shops with mirrors and a host of prices up to 93 dollars a pair, husbands are courted with mock comforts while wives shop. Saleswomen flatter as mannikins laugh at husbands. signs invite bringing husbands. A Canine Specialist window and Flo Ziegfeld’s Midnight Frolic are noted amid city bustle and nightclub gossip.
A recap of bills introduced in the Georgia Senate on Friday includes proposals to replace boards of trustees with a state board of seven regents for the UGA system and state entities. Other measures cover fertilizer labeling, railroad damage settlements within sixty days, highway department reorganization funding, Brunswick charter amendments, Glynn county school law updates, and mutual fire insurance certificates.
The record notes bills introduced in the house on Friday including 435 by Mr. Munday to amend penal code section 547 to cover public roads used for public purpose and obstructing thereof. Also 430 by Troop Delegation to repeal an act creating a department of archives and history and to assign state librarians duties.
The municipal curb market opens promptly at 6 o clock and runs until 1 in the afternoon. Mrs Norman Sharp, chairwoman of the Woman's club market committee, says regular weekly shipments of Ful ton and adjacent counties produce will be sent to Florida cities following requests for fresh vegetables. Vegetables will be abundant, as heavy rains benefited gardens that had drought effects.
Otis Stephens, 29, of 97 Wiley Street, bound over in 300 bond for alleged role in cutting G. H. Tursnell at George Moore Ice Cream Parlor near Central Avenue and Hunter Street last week. Detective Stone arrested him after the incident left Tursnell badly cut but surviving.
An address by William Brady discusses teacher knowledge, curriculum, and the value of home work. He argues many teachers lack time and that excessive home study can harm pupil education, urging a balanced school-led approach to learning and discipline.
A petition for recalling President George L. Berry and four other directors of the International Printing Pressmen and Assistants Union has arrived from the Washington Printing Pressmen's Union. The move cites misappropriation of funds and rule violations, following a federal judge's order awarding $160,000 plus costs to Berry and associates. Local unions reinstated after challenging assessments face a December referendum deadline, with a Chicago conference planned next Sunday for reinstated officers to map next steps.
Rio de Janeiro July 22 Brazilian consul general Hello Lobo says Brazil should pursue commercial expansion toward the United States as the country recovers from an economic crisis. He asserts America is the natural liberal consumer for Brazil, and that U S capital would back Haitian expansion in exchange for Brazilian goods.
Dr. A. T. Osbron president of the National School of Psychology spoke to about one hundred junior chamber members in the Chamber of Commerce building on vocational guidance. He urged careful deliberation before choosing life work and urged psychological study of personal inclinations and tendencies. Ladies attended in number.
New York July 22 Pravda Moscow June 26 reports famine raging among about twenty five million Russians as drought and crop failure devastate the population. J Jagk, head of the Russian Information bureau in the United States, supports the claim amid recent dispatches on famine conditions.
The shipbuilding firm Pusey and Jones faces about 24.2 million dollars in claims as the board investigates the appointment of Joseph Tumulty, former secretary to Woodrow Wilson, as temporary receiver. The appointment was reportedly made by state officials in New Jersey without board notification.
A retrospective page notes a cooling machine for theaters and public buildings capable of 400 pounds of ice per hour or 4000 cubic feet of air cooled to 33 degrees. It mentions DeGive’s Ontra House, Gilbert Sisters in Tennessee, and city papers’ coverage of commencements, weddings, excursions, and local events. It also praises a diligent editor Jenkins and lists Peachtree street’s First Methodist Episcopal church bricks and a fashion note on yellow umbrellas.
Further activity in real estate disclosed Friday includes Peach tree street property sold for 150000 and Edgewood avenue property sold for 60000. The Peach tree street site at Nov 880 sold to State Senator James D. Weaver. 4 L Bellaisle Ford dealer previously occupied. The Edgewood Gilmer building, three stories and 117 by 103 feet, sold by Southern Bell to Dr W Troy Alvings as an investment.
The House, by Friday action, concurred with a Senate amendment revising Atlanta’s charter. The changes raise the tag rate from 125 to 1.50, allow women on the board of education, provide a tax increase referendum, and establish a city zoning plan. Author Moore of Fulton introduced the measure.
Local distributors announced an immediate drop in gasoline prices to 22 cents a gallon from 23 cents. The move aligns with declines in manufacturing costs and reduced operations. The new price took effect Thursday with Savannah reporting 20 cents a gallon and firms including the Texas Company and Reed Oil among those cutting offers.
Frank Douglas Hill of Atlanta passed a Red Cross lifesaving exam at Piedmont park during a public test witnessed by many. Instructor Mise Pearle Lavelle of Jacksonville, in charge of examinations for Georgia, Alabama and Florida, praised his remarkable swimming abilities and declared him 100 percent qualified. Lavelle volunteers without pay and also teaches swimming while visiting her sister in Atlanta.
President and Mrs Harding consider joining a camping party with Firestone Edison and Ford near Washington over the weekend. Initial plans had the president leaving by motor today, but he will stay to his office and may join tomorrow for lunch depending on arrangements.
London and Washington ponders a postponement of the armament and pacific conference beyond November 11. UK dominion premiers meet privately to discuss Washington’s reply. Japan’s stance and Belgium’s seat debate shape U.S. planning for a principal powers conference.
Emmett Langford, cashier of Barnesville bank, left for Hiderado Arkansas as a witness against Fred Taylor, accused of issuing forged cashier's checks on the Barnesville bank. Checks ran into thousands of dollars, printed and signed with Langford's name. Langford alerted other banks and Taylor was jailed, with trial set to begin early next week.
Albert Stephens, a taxi driver, was shot on the Nicholls road three miles from Douglas by Fred Lewis during a quarrel Wednesday afternoon. Stephens was taken for medical aid but feared not to survive. Lewis surrendered after signaling the sheriff.
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