Mysterious death of youth shocks Atlanta community
Will McMurray a 17 year old high school student, died of a gunshot wound in his home on Friday afternoon. Police and coroner investigated. parents insist it was an accident. He had been in high spirits and planned to start at the University of Georgia.
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University of Georgia
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W. T. McMurray
Ormond Street
Platel
Young McMurray
McMurray
Irene McMurray
Davis
Ponce de Leon Ball Park
A. M. Walker
Litsle Cooper
Wero
Walker
Central Avenue
J. P Carter
Cooper
Evans
Wylie
Detective Victory
Donehoo
Poole Undertaking Establishment
Boys’ High School
Georwin University
Young Davis
Georgia
Will
McMurraya
Vinauet Place
Examiners Resign Over Atlanta Cheating Case
W M Gregory and T H McKenney resign from the Examiners Board after accusing a candidate, H A McCowan, of cheating during the June 7 electrical exam. McCowan allegedly had four electrical books in his lap, papers were removed, and his license request was denied. The city faces a vacancy as P C Gilham also filed his resignation, while officials debate qualification standards and potential rescheduling.
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W. M. Gregory
T. H. McKenney
Board of
Electrical Examiners
P. C. Gilham
Board of Electrical Control
Grant
Aivense
Gregory
Lasne
McCowan
B.C. Turner
Ele Fairs
Board of Examiners
Hao Wes
H. A. McCowan
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stcCowan
Board of Exam
Mere
Man— Cowan
Otter
Weg
Mc Gregory
Jim Maddox
Electrical’ Control
Jesse E. Lee
Nym Hart
McCowany
Atlanta
Maddox
Lee
Turner
Issus
McCowann
Investigating Old Wednesday’s Death at Grady Hospital
A woman, mother, and stepfather remain at the bedside as detectives secure statements. The victim, a popular advertising man, died last night at Grady Hospital from a wound received on Wednesday. Police say the investigation focuses on the events surrounding the incident.
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Grady Hospital
Mortling
Dumba's Strike Order Ties to German Arabic Note
Washington reports indicate Wilson's demand and Dumba's affair link Germany to an Arabic note, with the Lusitania sinking lingering as context. Count von Bernstorff and Captain von Papen are named as figures in the embassy circle, while the Austrian consul general and others face possible recall or dismissal. Police remain uncertain about the full implications.
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Germany
Washington
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von Papen
Dumbain
Ford
Wilson
Constantin Theodor Dumba
Franz von Papen
Alexander Nuber von
St. Pereked
New York
Pan-America Snubbed By Gen Carranza Bars Peace Congress
Pan-America is snubbed as General Venustiano Carranza bars the plan for a peace congress. The Spanish language and English dispatches detail his assertion that he represents the ideals and aspirations of the Mexican people and will not permit foreign interference. Carranza calls for a conference with Mexican factions only, along the Rio Grande, to discuss matters from an international viewpoint. Continued on Page Five.
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Sonora
Carran
Bank cashier drives into creek to avoid crash near Covington
Special Reporter notes Covington Georgia tale: cashier Binson from Witham bank deliberately steers his car into a creek to avert a collision with another vehicle. He escapes with minor injuries, while a second car containing T. C. Tucker and several women approaches near the bridge between Covington and Dixie.
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Witham
Dixie
T. C. Tucker
Thousands Attend Amest Barbecue Gala Event
A large crowd gathered for a November barbecue in Sumter area, featuring speakers including Leslie, Brianee, and Ay asad of the school. City officials Charles Aw Ortep, Ey er Commissioner, Jones Gs, Hudson, and the secretary-manager of the city council attended, delivering remarks on the community feast and its inspiring significance.
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Sumter
Leslie
Awian Charles
Jones
Hudson
Sacramento janitor hanged for murder of girl
Report from Sacramento dated September 10 states David Fountain a church janitor was hanged at Folgom prison today for the murder of 10 year old Margaret Milling in the basement of the German Taitheran church on December 5.
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Cal
David Fountain
Folgom
Margaret
Police Investigate Mysterious Shooting of Advertising Man Al Ford
For two days detectives probe the shooting of Al Ford who died at Grady hospital. Coroner orders an inquest for 2 o'clock. A dying statement to his mother and stepfather says he did not know the shooter. Detective Lanford and Staynes take statements. Mrs Ford and next door neighbor Mrs Palson recount events. Blood spots noted in the Ford bungalow as investigators review the case. Ford died shortly after 7, with wife at his bedside. Coroner straddles orders on body while authorities prepare further inquiries.
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Grady Hospital
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RM. Wiley
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Lanford
John Staynes
Gey C
John Palson
Starnes
Barclay & Brandon Undertaking
German Poison Gas Attacks French Lines In West
Desperate fighting reports from Hartmanns Weilerkopf and Hartmann-Weilerkopf as German assault and counter attacks unfold. In the east Austro German forces press toward Brest Vilna railway hubs while the western front sees ongoing artillery duels and air raids. Washington weighs strain in German relations after the Lusitania crisis with cautious hopes for a possible break with Germany.
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London
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Argonne Forest
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Hartmanne-Weilerkopf
Germany
East Front
Weather Prophecy Forecasted for Georgia and Washington
Weather prophecies hint at fair conditions in Washington and Georgia this weekend with Saturday likely shaping the main day. Forecasters expect clear skies and mild temperatures with possible Sunday unsettled by a front near the coast.
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