Newlands Battles Within Party Over Cotton Futures Tax
Washington September 5 Senator Francis G Newlands of Nevada, returning from the west, pledged to support the tariff bill as it reaches the senate. Senate leaders anticipate quick disposal of amendments and a vote by Saturday night. Senator Smith of South Carolina failed to secure caucus support for taxing cotton futures, while labor protests and tariff disputes shaped debate on wool, meat inspection, and Philippine duties amid broader income tax compromises.
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Leesburg School Reaches Record Enrollment for Year
Leesburg school opens with 105 pupils, a record for the district. Principal H. Harrell of Eitroereld Ga, a Mars teacher graduate, leads the staff assisted by Clara Marshall of Lammen Ge and Miss Hate Hariels of Leesburg.
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Carrollton Boosters Club Opens to Promote Statewide Work
A newly organized Carrollton Georgia boosters club announces its intent to mobilize in September. The group aims to coordinate effort across Carroll and Heard counties, communicate statewide resources, and propel the club’s public movement through community support and outreach.
Engraved Visiting Cards and Invitations Offer
An ad describes engraved visiting cards and invitations using a copper plate engine noted for its sharpness and beauty. It promises finest English script, shaded Old English style, and options including single and double envelopes with pricing details and a catalog.
Atlanta Chamber Drives For Good Roads And Big Delegations
Atlanta chamber officials push for a strong Atlanta presence at the American Road Congress in Detroit and the Georgia state chamber meeting in Macon. plans include distributing Historic Atlanta booklets to veterans at the GAP encampment in Chattanooga and arranging a special $7.60 round trip rail rate to Macon with multiple local delegations.
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Slaton Appoints Delegates For Good Roads Meetings
Governor names a long list of delegates to the Good Roads associations. Delegates will attend meetings in Detroit from September 20 to October 4 and in St Louis on November 13 to 14. The roster includes Judge W. F. Eve and numerous Georgians with numerous towns and counties represented.
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Emery Arouses The Ire Of Lobby Committee
Washington September James A Emery of Washington represented at the National Association of Manufacturers aroused the ire of members of the house lobby investigating committee today by an indirect comparison of the methods of Martin McMulhall the lobbyist with those of confessing. After the reach of one of Mulhall s letters in which the lobbyist referred to keeping members away from an important house committee meeting the members asked if a private citizen did not have as great a right to ask members to stay away from a committee riveting or avoid a vote on the floor a fellow congressman had. He idea it was well known to every man who had served two years in the house that members frequently made requests of the care Representative Stafford desires that in eight years of service on the house he never had heard of such a request and Chairman Garrett said only opinions a mimi er could do few things worse and that such absence would be an offense to his constituents and the public.
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Meteor seen spanning Cordele in early morning spectacle
Witnesses in Cordele Georgia report a large meteor lit the southern horizon briefly at dawn. Residents described a bright tail and a wide flight across the southern sky from east to west, with colors and brightness likened to luminescent fire.
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Davis Made Secretary in Floyd County Cooperative
The Floyd County Cooperative Insurance Association held its initial meeting with Judge John Davis elected secretary. The cooperative carries $5000 of insurance and operates in Floyd, Chattaoga, Gordon and Harrow counties.
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Pennsylvania May Seek Lease of Coast Line Railroads
A rumor in Atlanta says Pennsylvania railroad may take over all properties of Lewisville and Sasvalle and Atlantic Coast Line. Headquarters have not confirmed, but Pennsylvania lines have sought a path south, and the outcome is watched with interest.
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Row Over Jail Ended Valdosta Gase temper 6
A dispute among county commissioners, contractors, and the jail architect over partial payment for concrete flooring in the new county jail was settled. The agreement, based on contract specs, released amounts held back after verifying floor completion. The latest terms preserved service obligations and disputed claims while confirming work completion under the original plan.
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Punty Commissioners Tip Contractors
Amma Sinners Ieresing
Congress hearing on mine operators and currency reform
Fragmentary notice indicates continued testimony before a congressional committee. Banking and currency topics were discussed as West Virginia mine operators and current administration issues were reviewed. Lawmakers and witnesses prepared for possible reporting.
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Dutch Supper At Fall Initiation Enjoyed By Elks
At the first initiation ceremony of fall meetings members of Atlanta No 78 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held a Dutch supper Thursday evening on East Elks street. Seven initiates were guided into the inner circle of brotherly love and fellowship. The event drew about 200 attendees, marking the largest crowd in months and reviving Elks from summer vacations.
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The Call of the Hewt Ite review at the theater
Theatergoers note last season’s hit is improved with added strength as the production explores social issues and the consequences of greed. The performance centers on an unscrupulous man driven by money and payoffs, testing the cast and dramatic impact.
Men From the West At Kelley Stock Company
Kelley Stock Company presents The Men From the West this afternoon and tonight with strong comedy and drama. The run features My Dish Girl set in the Kentucky mountains with rustic characters and humor, plus Heddle Black in one of his old comedy roles Dink Bots. The third week opens with an afternoon matinee on Monday.
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Emma Bunting at Lyric shows in Atlanta theatergoers
Emma Bunting and company perform at Lyric in Atlanta with glamorous gowns and stage presence. Fans hope the star returns soon as phrase she remains a vivid figure in local theater history.
Farsh Theater Matinee and Night Performances Highlight
Keith Vaudeville VAS presents a bustling Farsh program with Lydia Barry singing comedienne, Frank Plate and tary Fa teres, Turkey VoLers and Tango dancers, Delmora and Lee aerial act, Doris Wilson sisters, and remarkable novelty acts.
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Politicians Must Pay Wascross on September
Political notices in all papers must be paid in advance as the fall campaign opens. Candidates are warned that unpaid announcements have a history of defeat. those who publish notices should accompany them with payment to avoid issues settling accounts.
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Ferris Wheel Operator Hurt in Alabama Accident
Ferris wheel operator Will James suffered serious back injuries after his coat tail became caught in a wheel cog. A helper at the engine prevented a catastrophic entanglement and possible death.
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Starch Baths for Fatigue From Paris to New York Times
A Parisian fad spreads to London and New York as starch baths are recommended to revive energy. Instructions call for dissolving starch in hot water, adding to a full bath, and soaking with head and hair out for about 10 minutes. Doctors warn of risks from very low temperatures and prolonged exposure.
Fragmentary Thaw Reflects On International Relations
A torn, unreadable passage contemplates U S views on Mexico and foreign arts, mentions potential retrogression in policy, public wars in Ohio or Alabama, and notes a wealthy escapee drawing attention. The text reveals scattered, unclear references to international relations and social headlines.
Washington waits in Zamacona arrival for Huerta peace talks
Washington awaits Manuel De Zamacona, Huerta envoy, to continue negotiations begun by John Lind and President Wilson. Officials seek assurances of Huerta’s withdrawal from Mexico’s presidential race and action on American proposals for peace. De Zamacona’s role may include securing a loan backed by the United States. he is known for managing Mexico’s European financial affairs.
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College Park Trade Board Keeps Name Amid Contest
At a Friday night meeting the College Park board of trade decided to retain its name and choose a slogan. More than 200 suggestions arrived from across America. The top prize of 1260 goes to the caption for The College Park Commercial Assembly, selected as second best. The slogan A Bigger and Better City won 1250. Winners to be announced later.
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Ocracoke Unscathed By Mighty Wind Storm
Reports from Beaufort indicate Ocracoke Orracote and Portsmouth were safe after a fierce wind storm. Towns with populations over 1000 were isolated on coastal banks, feared swept away, but the surge veered past the islands, leaving no loss of life. Atlantic near Portsmouth suffered damage yet no fatalities confirmed.
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Southern men are given foreign posts in new nominations
President Wilson sent to the senate nominations for diplomatic posts. Joseph Willard of Virginia is named ambassador to Spain and John Ewing of Louisiana is named minister to Honduras. Willard, already nominated and confirmed as minister to Spain, is now nominated to be ambassador to Spain as Madrid raised its status to an embassy.
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