Forrest Adair and Atlanta Shrine Week Triumph
Forrest Adair led Atlanta Shriner week turning a bold plan into a historic success. He mobilized a $70 000 guarantee fund, reflected his father George Adair’s pioneer spirit, and proved Atlanta can host 40 000 Shriner visitors plus 50 000 to 60 000 lay guests with unmatched hospitality.
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Atlanta Acknowledged By Shriners Leader Imperially
Frederick R. Smith, new imperial Potentate of the Shriners, praises Atlanta’s growth and hospitality during a reception, calling the city’s reputation and constitutional spirit strong across the continent. He notes 140,000 to 150,000 extra residents influenced by Atlanta’s plans and welcomes. George W. Adair and Forrest Adair assist in building the city’s image and its forthcoming era.
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Atlanta Shrine Emphasizes Reciprocal Americanism
The piece lauds Atlanta during Shriner week for embodying reciprocal Americanism. Past Imperial Potentate Irwin credits Atlanta with tolerance and nationalism, hosting a diverse mix of people from many regions and backgrounds in a melting-pot atmosphere that strengthens the city’s future postwar resilience.
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Birmingham
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Fall of Tampico Boosts Constitutionalists Mediation Prospects
The Tampico victory removes a key gulf port obstacle and could simplify mediation with Huerta. Constitutionalists under Carranza may now pursue armistice while retaining leverage, with potential gains if Mazatlan or Tampico influence grows. Uncle Joe Cannon marks another birthday for the day’s note.
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Joe Cannon
The Shriners Leave Home
A poem by Frank L. Stanton laments Shriners departing, recalling old friends and shared memories. The speaker speaks of distant lands, unity of nations, and the brotherhood that remains even as lines of journey unfold from east to west.
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Transforming Georgia's Scrubs Into Good Beef Cattle
Benjamin W Hunt of Hatanton Massa: Letter exchange with E T Comer of Macon Ga discusses breeding polled Aberdeen Angus and Durham Hereford cross cattle to improve Georgia's beef industry. Comer describes Screven county farm size and breed advantages, plus secretary contacts for registered beef breeds and cautions against buying from dealers. May 14 1914.
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Two Senate candidates to speak in Dublin Georgia
Dublin Ga May 14 special two United States senate hopefuls will address Laurens county voters next week John R Cooper appears on Tuesday May 1% and T W Harwick on May 20 during Laurens superior court sessions, likely drawing a large crowd. Other races include local nominations for legislature and city aldermen, with several incumbents and several announced candidates shaping a busy political period for Dublin and surrounding counties.
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Waller
Cracked Sidewalk Fears Reflect Little Lois Walks
From The Indianapolis News a portrait shows Lois, nearly two, fearing sidewalk cracks and imagined terrors. The piece contrasts her worries with adults who fret over common annoyances like missed invitations or rising bills, noting many small fears exist beside everyday comforts.
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A Real Country Life School Opens in Tennessee Pasture
In 1904 farmers near Concord, Knox County, Tennessee, funded a rural school to teach practical agriculture and home science. The Farragut School opened on a twelve acre farm with a four-room building, expanding after a fire ruined the original. The project drew leaders from the University of Tennessee and the General Education Board, raised funds, and built a two-story brick facility with extensive laboratories and domestic training rooms.
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Segregation and Housing Injustice Across Communities
The writer rails against segregation and mutual distrust, arguing that prejudice harms the poor homeowner and sick, with white citizens benefiting from separate facilities while Black neighbors face greater health risks and legal barriers. The piece laments long-term neglect, urging more equitable treatment and housing security to strengthen civic life.
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School expands farm and cannery on leased eight acres
The school plans to use eight leased acres for farm and canning operations with poultry yard and livestock facilities. Staff teach dairy, oats, and canning tasks while expanding field crops and garden areas for student projects.
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