Wilson Gains Whip Hand In House Rules Fight
Leader Kitchin and acting Chairman Pow face a day of deadlock as anti administration leaders seek a favorable resolution. The president and allies push to keep the issue intact, avoiding concessions and aiming for a confident move against Germany. Opposition is framed as political by the White House and administration supporters.
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Senate front with President Wilson on war issue text
The article details Congressional leaders contending over how to handle President Wilson's warnings on armed neutrality. It notes a Senate majority supporting the president, efforts to avoid a direct vote, and talks of a joint committee to confer with him. Speaker Clark and Representative Pall voice support for Wilson while debates continue in the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
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Pall
White House
Debate on water power bill stalls house floor
The body plans to shut off all business tomorrow except the water power bill debate. Senator Stone backs swift action and a Senate vote once the House acts. The international scene briefly surfaced in House debates when Representative Lon don socialist tried to speak but was stopped by Madden of Tino who demanded focus on the claims bill.
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Senate
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London
Madden
Tino
Germans Pause Offensive Amid Flooded Verdun Front
An extensive World War I dispatch reports German forces ceasing major offensive actions as floods halt gains around Verdun. French artillery and counterattacks in the Douaumont and Meuse regions see contested trenches and fortified forts, with both sides trading artillery fire and cautious advances.
Judge Candler rules out gubernatorial bid amid calls
Atlanta judge John Candler said on Wednesday he has no intention of running for governor or any higher office. He credited the state with opportunities but stated he is fully satisfied with his current roles and seeks no further offices. In Troup county a crowded political scene emerges as four year terms are set, with twenty six candidates and more anticipated. Local races name H T Woodyard opposing A C Towns, and others contesting offices from judge to treasurer and tax collector. Baldwin county holds a Democrat primary meeting to nominate county officers with changes to the executive committee and delegates for Macon. Registration closes March 7.
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Submarine Sinks British Steamer Thornaby Reported Loss
Tondon March 1 The British steam ship Thornaby is reported sunk with most crew killed or drowned. Devereux rescued Steward Cartberg and two Thornaby sailors, with a Norwegian nearby also involved. Thornaby’s tonnage was 1782, built 1589, 208 feet long. Authorities warn a mine or torpedo likely caused the sinking amid wartime restrictions. New Lork reports twelve big liners moving into zones as Austrian and German subs operate. Ships include America, Italie, White Star, Cunard lines, with no armed status assumed unless guns mounted.
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Naples
Grady Cadets Prepare for Annual Inspection
Grady cadets, first in birth infantry, brace for strict federal and state inspection. Captain J Woodthrough leads the three week period with Major Frederick T Palmer and adjutant officers of the state. Cadets commanded by Captain WoW Dick and Lieutenant J Po McGuire.
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Intercollegiate Concert for Kindergarten Benefit
The manigera of the Pree Kinder garten association of the city will give an annual Intercollegiat Lon ert in the Atlanta university chapel Friday evening for the benefit of their kindergarten schools. The program will feature teachers and students including Sidney Woodward, Kemper Flarrfeld, Brock, the Atlanta university quartet, and a selection by Katherine Davies. The teacher is in need of funds to continue the work through the term.
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Germany presses Portugal with 48 hour ultimatum
London reports Germany has sent an ultimatum to Portugal demanding restoration within 48 hours of seized German ships. Lisbon’s Coste claims Portugal seeks to let existing Germany relations lapse if needed and notes tensions from economic strain. No war declaration has occurred despite rumors.
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Churchmen form society the Atlanta Churchmen Club heads by Smith
A supper at the Ansley hotel drew more than 100 churchmen to launch the Churchmen Club in Atlanta. Elected officers include Alexa Woosnuth president and AW Bundher vice president with J W Milla as treasurer. Executive members include LAyward Lyles, Ro A Dewar, HL Stockbridge, JA Palmer. Speakers included Alex Woomith and Dean Johnsign of St Philips. The club aims to stimulate lay efforts, study church history and policy, promote church reform, and foster clergy laity acquaintance.
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Fifth Ward Club to Discuss Street Grading at School Meet
The Fifth Ward Improvement Club holds a meeting tonight in the auditorium of the Inglbh Avenue School to discuss grading and paving on streets near the school, especially West North Avenue and Fairwood. The group will also plan the school entertainment set for Friday night March 2.
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Boulineau Promoted to Assistant General Freight Agent
George Boulineau appointed assistant general freight agent of the Georgia railroad with headquarters in Atlanta effective March 1. He has served as chief clerk to the freight traffic department for several years and is popular with the shipping public and traffic officials.
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Killing of Varn in Mexico Denied
Based on wires from Valdosta and Durango the Varn family reports no confirmed death of Grover Varn in Durango Mexico. Grover Varn is believed dead by some relatives, while various brothers pursue confirmation with Mexican and American consular authorities. The State Department later denied the earlier killing report as untrue.
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Iron walking cane lost by Col Tucker in search
Colonel H H Tucker laments the loss of his iron walking cane weighing seven pounds, a 15 44 standard of his, the first time in years without it. He has searched many public buildings and offices aided by friends, hoping to recover the famous metal stick.
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