Constitution Preface and Policy Notes on Tolls and Honor
The text presents editorial remarks by Clark Howell on subscription details for The Constitution, then shifts to a political critique of international issues. It argues against repudiation of debts linked to Confederate bonds, defends equal treatment of nations in tolls, and asserts the president’s policy will be supported by Congress. It contrasts honor with dishonor and emphasizes fidelity to world-wide obligations.
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Ay Carrier
Atlanta
R. Holeiday
Constitution Building
Washington
John Corrigan, Jr
Constitution
New York City
Hotaline
Broadway
Forty-second Street
Times
Thirty-eighth Street
Brozaway
Twenty-ninth Street
Britain
Rnee
England
Suez Canal
Canadian
Panama Canal
Jones
Great Britain
Senate
Horer
Congress
Reform Ideas in Atlanta Schools Faces Outside Survey Debate
The Constitution praises limiting class size and shortening grammar school to seven years while questioning an external survey. It urges addressing congestion, maintaining balanced instruction, and protecting backward children, suggesting Atlanta should first fix internal issues before seeking outsiders. It highlights excessive grade occupancy and the need for a modern, efficient basis without disrupting education quality.
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Board of Education
Atlanta
Chamber of Commerce
Debate over Panama Canal tolls and coastwise shipping exemption
A critical editorial observes a congress debate on repealing the coastwise shipping exemption regarding Panama Canal tolls. It portrays defenders as making evasive excuses and notes the looming decision amid calls to yield to Great Britain. The piece frames the issue as a test of national policy and integrity.
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Philadelphia
House of Representatives
Panama Canal
Peace on a War Basis and British Naval Budget Stand
The British naval budget for 1914 15 proposes total expenditure exceeding 17 million dollars more than last year the largest in British history. Churchill notes Britain still pursues eight battleships while Germany builds five and laments Germany's manpower limits. A London Telegraph article by Sir Max Waechter warns armed peace drains wealth and risks Europe’s bankruptcy. The piece urges maintaining a navy and army aligned with international needs and dignity to avoid universal economic collapse.
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Winston Spencer Churchill
Admiralty
Churchill
Great Britain
Germany
England
Constitution
London Telegraph
Max Waechter
D. L
J. P
Europe
United States
Republic
Seventeenth Regiment Departs Fort McPherson for Border Patrol
Atlanta observers express regret as the Seventeenth Regiment leaves Fort McPherson after eight years for patrol duties on the Rio Grande. The unit’s close ties with Atlanta include cooperative civic efforts and cordial social relations led by officers and their families, with hope the move is temporary and the regiment will return.
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Seventeenth
Fort McPherson
Atlanta
McPherson
Auisnta
War Department
Rio Grande
Joy in the Beautiful Country and Light in Hard Times
Fragmentary verses celebrate joy in a beautiful country and dream of love. Witty maxims recall luck, misfortune, and cheerful resilience. The text blends poetry and folk sayings with light humor about life and optimism.
Distracting Mosses and Rural Potpourri Briefs
Briefs from Hilhyile recount local lore and political chatter as Billville colonels plot to border Mexico and several congressional hopefuls opt to stay home. Six women seek the office of high sheriff while wary husbands fear overlong rope once more.
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Hilhyile
Billville
Mexico
Congress
Decatur Illinois A Surprising Portrait By George Fytch
Decatur Illinois is portrayed as a hub of industry and history in this humorous sketch by George Fytch. It highlights Abraham Lincoln’s early work there, the vast locomotive repair shops, and Decatur’s bustling commercial club that attracts factories and hospitals while joking about its lighter, satirical touches.
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Decatur
Illinois
Thrush
Chicago
Republican Party
Iminos
Grand Army of the Republic
Abraham Lincoln
Indiana
Tillnois
Lincoln
Butts County
Jackson
Sheriff
L. M Crawford
J. W. Carter
G. O. Guston
Sherif W. W. Wilson
Europe Burden of Armament Threatens Civilisation
The London Telegraph essay by Sir Max Waechter argues Europe faces a crippling armament burden that could spark war, revolution, or bankruptcy. He urges a united reduction, ending two hostile blocs and creating a federation of powers to avert economic and political collapse. He warns unity and patience, not luck, are needed.
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Max Waechter
D. L
J. P
London Telegraph
Europe
Hague Tribunal
France
Rustiae
Great Britain
United States
Douxers
Europa
America
Asia
Africa
Greece
Antiquity
Aristotle
Pacific
Allance
Federation of
Georgia Delinquent Car Tax Half the State Ahead of Payment
Georgia car owners face misdemeanor penalties for failing to pay license taxes. Secretary of State Phil Cook reports about 12,850 paid licenses totaling 364260, roughly half of all cars, with Fulton, Chatham, Colquitt, Emanuel and Sumter counties behind. He notes confusion over the law and emphasizes that funds fund county road mileage. Several counties show large arrears while many objectors have been persuaded by explanations.
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Georgia
Phil Cook
Secretary Cook
Cook
Americas
Fulton County
Chatham County
Colquitt
Emanuel
Sumter
Maryland Stands by Her Son and Votes for Statue
The Maryland finance committee may report favorably Senator Campbill's bill to appropriate twenty five thousand dollars for a statue of Rear Admiral Sehley to be erected in Baltimore. Admiral Sehley Post Veterans of Foreign Service praised the effort and business leaders across the state signed a memorial. Maryland, home of the Battle of Santiago victor, seeks to lead by honoring its hero with a national monument someday.
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Maryland
Senato Wy
Campbel
Admiral Sehley
Veterans of Foreign Service
Baltimore City
Santiago
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Hoyston Post
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Decatur, Ill
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James Millikin University
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C. Murphy Candler
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Thomas County
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Goodby
Valdosta
Converse
Walker
Judge Quincy
Douglas
Hield
Dougherty County
Albany
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L. G Hardman
Athens
Commerce
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Hartwell
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Supreme Court
Gwinnett
Chiiagang
Unarles H Brand
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Saio
Blairsville
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Fortieth
Pat Haralaon
V. M. Waldroup
C. L. Butt
BM. C. Towery
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