Tax Reform Debate Shapes House Action on Equalization Bill
The House debates the tax equalization bill section by section as supporters and opponents spar over establishing a state board of equalizers. Senate leaders indicate strong support for a reform measure, and tensions threaten the general appropriation bill if tax revision stalls. Amendments propose appointing board members from three regions and adjusting sections to align with Ways and Means changes.
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Classified salesmen wanted in The Constitution ad line
A line urges readers to join a classified section offering opportunities in agents and salesmen. It promises community recognition, training for advancement, and eventual higher earnings through a growing business. The ad guides turning to The Constitution's classifieds for details.
Finley to Head Harriman Line in Major Rail Shifts
A sensational underground report from Macon Georgia on July 24 says W W Finley president of the Southern railways is slated to head the Harriman lines perhaps the Southern Pacific or Union Pacific with E H Coapman to succeed him at the Southern and J M Gulp to replace Coapman at GS&F. The report also names Munson moving to Mobile and Ohio and Taylor to Queen and Crescent with broader vice presidential reassignments across allied lines.
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Southern Railway
W. W. Finley
Southern
Harriman Lines
Southern Pacific
Union Pacific
E. H. Coapman
Alabama Great Southern
New Orleans
Northeastern
Vicksburg
Shreveport
Pacific AM
Newt Lee To Likely Gain Freedom Today
Newt Lee, held since April 2 after reporting Mary Phagan's body, has testified and faces possible release. Solicitor Hugh Dorsey says no case against Lee but argues he is a crucial witness. judge L S Roan to decide freedom as Rosser concludes cross examination.
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Mary Phagan
Lee
Hugh Dorsey
Ler
Roan
Darkey
Newt
Luther Rosser
Naff Kills Ex Wife and Shoots Himself
Birmingham Alabama this morning Henry J Naff a member of a respected Birmingham family killed his former wife Marie Naff then shot himself after the couple had separated six months earlier They were living next door to each other Mrs Naff died on the way to the hospital and Naff was taken to an infirmary where an operation was performed but his condition remained dangerous
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Marie Naff
Mulhall Accused as Liar by Underwood in Hearing
Washington. July 29. Martin M Mulhall ends a two week testimony as the lobbyist for the National Association of Manufacturers. He faces cross examination by Robert McCarter for the association and by Jackson H Marston for the American Federation of Labor. Underwood denounced Mulhall as a liar and blackmailer claiming his letters and papers were not shown to officials.
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National Association of Manufacturers
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Association
American Federation of Labor
Salva
Mulhall
Robert McCarter
Jackson H. Marston
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Capitol
House
Rotunda
Enderwood
Underwood
Wilson
Labor Committee
Clark
Mann
James T. McDermott
Tlinois
Birdman Drops Bombs Around Mexican Warship Tampico
Didier Massen flew a big biplane above Guaymas on July 25 and released four bombs around the gunboat Tampico in Guaymas harbor. One bomb landed within a few feet of the vessel as he faced heavy fire, but he returned unharmed. Insurgents operate the Southern Pacific of Mexico railway as far as San Blas.
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Mexico
Didier Massen
Tampico
Southern Pacific of Mexico
San Blas
What’s Worth Having Is Worth Working For
A motivational piece urging readers to work hard to achieve success. It highlights Atlanta’s leading men as examples and promotes reading Help Wanted ads in The Constitution daily. The column stresses paying your way and being a sensible applicant to attract business leaders’ attention.
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God of Chance
Constitution
Medical Practice Measure Passes Senate in Georgia
After two hours of debate the measure creating a board of medical examiners and regulating practice in Georgia passed the state senate 38 to 4. Amendments included allowing appeals to superior court for doctors with revoked licenses and writing exams for admission. Several amendments failed, including one permitting mental and spiritual doctors to charge fees. Senators Richardson Miller Allen McNeil Brown Stark Anderson spoke for the bill. no outright opponents.
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Richardson
Miller
Allen
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Anderson
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College of Agriculture
Sere
M. Pound
State Normal School
Athens
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R. F.maddox
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Leo Frank trial underscored by Newt Lee steadfast story
Day two of the Leo Frank trial yielded little new testimony as Newt Lee repeated his account of finding the body and Frank's Memorial Day actions. Luther Rosser pressed to link Lee to the crime, while Mary Phagan’s case remained central. Galling crossfire and a National Pencil drawing highlighted proceedings as Lee resisted attempts to confuse him.
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Dey
Luther Rosser
Newt Lee
Mary Phagay
Lee
Mary Phagan
Weather Prophecy Local Thunder Showers Ahead
Local forecast calls for thunder showers in Georgia Wednesday and Thursday. Strong storms possible as heat builds, with isolated bright bursts. Stay alert for brief bursts of heavy rain and gusty winds in affected areas.
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