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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1914
Page
5
The scene centers on Speaker Clark opposing the plan to limit debate while he prepares to speak against repeal. Representative Underwood continues to publicly challenge President Wilson, denouncing the policy and objecting to the toil exemption as the fight unfolds.
The piece notes a sharp Democratic split over exemption in violation of the Hay-Pauncefote treaty, with key figures like Representative Kitchin opposing the president though later presenting, and Senate figures such as Gorman and Gallinger debating the issue amid party and national honor concerns.
The House opened twenty hours of debate on the repeal measure as Representative Sims led in support arguing against free passage for foreign ships. Underwood countered citing treaties granting the United States toll authority and sovereign control in the canal zone.
TL C Haynes of Echo street reported an assault on a young white girl near Brookwood bridge by two negroes. Detectives doubt his story and arrested two suspects while Haynes and a man named Wilson are believed to have taken the girl to Brookwood. Wilson is being sought. Haynes was later taken into custody at Chestnut street home.
A Friday conference at the chamber of commerce drew a joint plan by the Fifth regiment and the chamber military committee to mobilize Atlanta business leaders in support of the national guard. They aim to gauge business sentiment, address employer resistance, and prevent a crisis that could cripple the regiment, with leaders like Colonel Orville Tall and Lt. Col. Walter Wendiss among those guiding the effort.
Prince Francois Mane of Bourbon and the Two Sicilies died today in Montreux Switzerland during the March period. The death marks a notable loss among European royal circles with details limited to the forward travel context.
Washington March 17 Senator Owen urged repeal of the Panama canal tolls exemption. He argued the exemption violated the Hay Pauncefote treaty and cited past senate votes and treaties to show discrimination must not be allowed. He noted the coalition of Democrats and Republicans favored the exemption and warned against profiteering and biased propaganda influencing policy.
Impressive ceremonies in the university chapel marked the charter handover of the Alpha chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. Dr. Mabie presided as charter officers and honor graduates were named honorary members. Senior John M. Slaton was named an honor graduate but could not attend.
Rebel forces in Torreon press to capture the city amid brutal fighting with water scarce and sustained assaults. General Villa speaks of establishing a military base there for movements eastward and southward toward Chihuahua, Zacatecas, Saltillo, Monterrey, and Aguascalientes as Huerta’s regime faces potential collapse.
Major Benjamin M. Koehler faced a court martial at Fort Terrs Plum Island on charges of immoral conduct. The trial concluded but the verdict may not be announced for several weeks according to officials.
Washington March 27 Special Representatives Adamson and Hardwick opened and closed the house debate on the cloture rule in the canal tolls exemption repeal fight. They assailed Speaker Clark, accused lobbyists of pushing free tolls, and argued that supporters seek amendments while opposing the bill.
Marshall, alias Rhynata, held on $10,000 bond after arrest cited by Mrs Parsons and witnesses for the Silaberg Robbery. Key testimony placed him at the Parsons home and fleeing in a van. Judge Broyles bound Marshall over on charges of robbery, highway robbery, assault with intent to murder, and assault with intent to rob. Bail set at $10,099. confinement to city jail pending transfer.
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