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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1923
Page
4
A city report condemns a girls school for dangerous fire risks and narrow exits. It calls for $18,000 in essential upgrades plus up to $25,000 more for comprehensive safety improvements including automatic sprinklers and outward opening doors. The school district official defends safety and notes daily patrols and fire precautions.
The Southern district office of a leading steam power plant equipment maker seeks a sale engineer. A mechanical engineering degree and training are necessary, with selling experience as well. College graduates or those with more experience are welcome. Pay is negotiable. Mail replies with complete qualification details.
The city faces debate over the Girls High School fire danger as a 1923 graduation speech notes the building’s unsafe status. Officials insist a new school is planned, while advocates demand immediate temporary facilities and decisive action to protect 1,550 students amid requests for funds and safety upgrades.
The Consassum and Al groups state a new building is needed as the current one is unsafe and unsuitable. They assure that the board of education is taking every precaution and will continue to prioritize the safety of the children as a deep concern.
At Tybee the Georgia Bar debated judge election by popular vote and a constitutional amendment to replace current methods. The convention heard speeches from Judge Jenkins Miss Stella Akin and Justice Gilbert while committee reports and memorials dominated morning and afternoon sessions.
In Ilanta Georgia Saturday June 2, bar leaders discuss unification of state laws, proposed negotiable instrument act, and reform of land registration and workers compensation. Millard Reese to push for stricter enactment while critics call for abolition of the committee on international laws. Justice Jenkins defends law as liberty’s safeguard and notes technicalities hinder justice. Stella Akin of Savannah speaks on women in public life and the rising role of Georgia women in national and local governance.
A historical speech extols women's public participation with references to Isabela of Braganza and Brazil, arguing women influence across hamlets for justice. It urges electing qualified female candidates and challenges men to back them despite political pressures and voter appeasement.
Hal Crawford ends a triumphant Atlantic City visit with a state procession to Hotel Dennis and a weeklong stay. He plans to receive the key to the city from Mayor Bader and to pursue politics, dreaming of a future as a Georgia senator, while enjoying sightseeing with Miss Katie Samuel and Kiwanians.
As the 1928 legislature nears assembly, only two offices are likely to draw real competition. For Senate president the front runners appear to be Senators elect Munday and Cursive, with even odds. For House speaker a three man race has emerged among Dr. Craig Arnold, J. Herrman Milner, and K R Russell, though alphabetical listing hides the rivalry.
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