Police Probe Criticizes Chief Beavers and Force Over Efficiency
A police probe committee rapped Police Chief James L. Beavers and criticized the department for lacking organization and efficiency. The report accuses Beavers of being amenable to outside influences and failing to discipline the force, with officials calling for stricter office hours and tighter control over patrols. It also faults detectives, recommends a field sergeant, and notes praise for patrolmen while urging better record keeping and discipline across ranks. Continued on Page Two.
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Police Board
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Sanford
Mary Bohnefeld
Atlanta to launch summer schools for promotion failures
Atlanta public schools announce summer tutoring for pupils who failed promotion. Starting Monday June 21 for ten weeks, the program operates one daily session from 9 00 to 12 00 with about 1300 pupils recommended. Laura M Smith named director, Gra Stamps as assistant, 40 teachers to be hired, high school work likely excluded.
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Board of Education
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Misa Gra Stamps
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Innae
General Council
Atlanta School Improvements Move Forward With Three New Buildings
Mayor Woodward to approve the June finance sheet carrying 43 600 for public school improvements. Board directs drawing contracts for three new schools with work to start Monday. Adds bids for two Negro schools in South Atlanta and plans an open air annex and an auditorium. Focus on plumbing and heating repairs, staffing, and a summer program to place buildings in first class condition.
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Lucile Avenue
East Atlanta
Tresday
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Tenth Street School
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Festival Day Bargains Across Atlanta Merchants
Shoppers can profit today by reading Constitution advertising designated by Atlanta merchants led by large department stores. The morning issue presents extraordinary opportunities for saving on all kinds of merchandise with many bargains across the city.
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Atlanta
Constitution
Bryan's Act for Principle Adds One More Sensation
The Georgia prison commission prepares to report to Governor Slaton on the Leo Frank case this morning. Attorneys for Frank plan to seek a hearing with possible new petitions, while Mr Dorsey may present facts before the governor as the status of the appeal unfolds.
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Dorsey
Frank Tase
Slaton
Favorable Turn in Condition of King Constantine
A Reuters dispatch from Athens reports a favorable turn in King Constantine's condition and hopes he will be out of danger within a day or two. The bulletin says the king can take liquid nourishment, his temperature remains near normal, and no dressing changes were needed.
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London
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Constantine
Washington
Lusitania Inquiry Opens June 15 at Westminster
The official Lusitania inquiry will open June 15 at Westminster with Lord Mersey presiding. Assisting him will be Sir Frederick Inglefield and Lieutenant Commander Hearn as ordered by the British Board of Trade with concurrence of the board.
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London
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Westminster
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Lord Mersey
Frederick Inglefield
Hearn
British Board of Trade
El Paso in Distress Off Savannah Harbor
The El Paso, a Southern Pacific Steamship bound from New York to New Orleans, put into Savannah harbor in distress due to engine trouble. The ship may be damaged and royalities or repairs are expected to be arranged as needed.
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Bryan Career and Wilson Support Highlight a Century of Campaigns
The article traces William Jennings Bryan from 1891 onward, noting his rise to prominence with reform speeches, his anti imperialist stance, and key moments such as the Cross of Gold speech, his role in Spanish American War times, and his 1912 Baltimore convention clash with Tammany. It also covers his world tour, the Madison Square Garden address on railways, and his influence on Woodrow Wilson, culminating in a page-length continuation note.
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Congress
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Philippines
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Madison Square Garden
Woodrow Wilson
Princeton University
Adrian Toline
Brian
Nat Bryan
Clark
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Wilson
Goveror
New Jersey
Bryan
Princeton
Champ Clark
Baltimore
New York
Bryan resigns as secretary of state over Lusitania policy
Washington June 8 William Jennings Bryan three times Democratic presidential nominee and author of peace treaties resigns as secretary of state after clashing with President Wilson over Germany policy regarding the Lusitania. The resignation was accepted. Acting Secretary Lansing will sign and transmit the note to Berlin. Bryan will return to private life tomorrow, but intends to support the president politically.
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Wilson
Bryan
Germany
Washington
United States
Toon
Lusitania
Robert Lansing
Berlin
United States Moves Against Germany In Policy Shift
Washington reports a firm stance to uphold neutral rights and protect Americans at sea. Secretary Bryan resigns as President Wilson reads a note to Germany, signaling possible severance of diplomatic ties if responses falter. Austro-German circles fear hard line, while editors note the cabinet acts to deter further attacks on Americans.
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Washington
United States
High Seas
Bryans
Germany
Wilson
Brian
Weather Prophecy Forecast for Washington
Daily forecast notes fair conditions with expected temperatures and normals. Reports show the predicted high and low, mean temperature and precipitation deficits since the start of the month, indicating rainfall shortfalls over the past four hours and since January 1, with notes on forecast reliability.
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