Magic Word Pact May Unleash Billions for Railroads
An Associated Press dispatch reports President Wilson showing strong interest in railroad finances and a potential national revival funded by a trillion dollars in improvements. The piece argues a pact between government and railroads could unleash vast employment, industry, and economic growth, with a shift toward prosperity and broader business health across sectors. It highlights collateral effects on banking, labor, construction, and consumer demand, and urges swift action to end hostilities and realize a lasting era of expansion.
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Associated Press
Wilson
Congress
Neirda
Crickfield
Virginian
Henry TH. Rogers
South
Railroad Securi
Auanta
Amanta
Expansio
Richard H. Euman II
Manufacture
Recura Daytona
Fla
Atlanta Musical association weighs future of Philharmonic Orchestra
A committee led by Mrs. John M. Slaton will visit Atlanta residents to gauge support for continuing the Atlanta Philharmonic Orchestra. The group notes orchestras rely on subscriptions or endowments, and funds have depended on personal effort. Patronage has grown, but sustaining the project hinges on public interest and financial backing.
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Sustein
Atlanta
Atlanta Musical Association
John M. Slaton
National park for the southern Appalachians urged by Atlanta Chamber
The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and southern business groups urge Congress to create a national park in the southern Appalachians, arguing it would boost health, patriotism, and tourism. They note Blue Ridge Georgia offers unique scenery and propose early land purchases to keep prices affordable before potential restrictions or high costs arise.
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Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
Congress
Southern Appalachians
Appalachian
North Carolina
Georgia
America
Mississippi River
Blue Ridge
Switzerland
Yosemite
Yellowstone
Continental Divide
Southern
Appalachians
Taft Keeps Perspective As Private Citizen At Yale
Former President Taft shows clear perspective after leaving office declining the presidency of Delaware College. He remains content as Yale faculty, saying he cannot accept any college post since he is not fitted and has other work where he can do more good. He avoided political traps, upholding public service with integrity.
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Taft
Delaware College
Willmington
Yale
New Haven
United States
Mr. Taft
Wickersham
Hitchcock, Et‘al
Colege
Springtime Fever and Br’er Williams Verse Collide
A fragment from a Springtime Citizen piece contrasts spring fever with antiwar sentiment. It weaves a bluesy refrain about spring’s light and the old town, then shifts to Little Sermons of Br'er Williams noting life’s value beyond war, urging simple decency and faith as time of tribulation nears.
Old-Time Voices Fold Into Modern Lines
A collage of verse and prose excerpts recalling old-time religion, love, and literature. The piece threads Bert Walker and The Old-Time Friend into reflections on aging ministers, memory, and the lure of simple rhythms. Louisiana lines hint at political action against sugar duties.
Railroads Need Massive Investment and South Growth
A Constitution editorial argues for $8 to $10 billion in railroad capital over five years to modernize lines, expand into new territory, and spur nationwide prosperity. It highlights the South’s untapped potential, Panama Canal effects, and demands for federal support to attract private investment and accelerate construction.
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Bagatelle
Union
South
Massachusetts
Ohio
Peneylvania
Pennsylvania
Panama Canal
Political Stir in Georgia Tenth District Race Builds
In Augusta and Brunswick reporters note a rising political stir as multiple candidates from Washington county enter or threaten to enter the Tenth District race. Colonel Willis Evans and Judge B T Rawlings are active, with Joseph S Reynolds confident of victory and Oswell R Evans expected to announce by midweek. Carl Vinson supporters push for a handshake campaign, while county lines and sheriff race headlines shape the contest. Governor Slaton’s moves loom over the Ninth District, with Holder, Hardman, Bell and others weighing congressional or gubernatorial bids. Judge J W Quincy of Douglas contemplates a candidacy in the Eleventh District, awaiting a decision before April.
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Augusta
Maren
Willis Evans
B. T. Rawlings
Sandersville
Washington County
Josephs. Reynolds
Oswell R. Evd
Carl Vinson
Miltedgeville
Howard
Richmond County
Vinson
Vorses
Tom Plunkett
Guy Sturgiss
Tom Palpot
Holder
Hall County
Gainesvile
Ninth
John M. Slaten
Democratic Executive Committee
J. N. Holder
Jefferson
Slaten
United States Senate
Slaton
Senator Smith
L. G. Hardman
Commerce
Congress
F. W. Watkins
Helder
Jackson County
Thomas M. Bell
Qtr. Stuation
Eleventh District
Brunswick
J. W. Qui
Douglas
J. Stanchald Walker
Quincy
Quiney
Wayerous
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Standard Southern
Clark Howell
W.l.halstead
Roby Robinson
Albert Howell, Jr
E.R. Black
H. W. Grady
Bata
Mexico
J. R. Holliday
Constitution Building
Washington
S$ Street
N. W
John Corrigan, Jr
Constitution
Gale
New York City
Hotaling
Broadway
Forty-second Street
Times
Thirty-eighth Street
Twenty-ninth Street
Deglery
Richard H. Edmonds
Manufacturers' Record
Civil Engineers
Birmingham
Pittsburg
Isangs
Ism
Bert Walker
Philander
Ita
Deacon
Poe
Coal Trust
Home Shore
Lou Lea Datt Scholar
Philadelpha Ruvue Pedger
Louisiana
Louisianga
James R. Littleton Wilh
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