American Note On Lusitania Incident Cabled Berlin Today
Acting Secretary Lansing signs the 1500 word note to Germany and cables its contents to Berlin. Bryan resigns and farewell tours mark end of his state department tenure as Wilson considers a coalition cabinet and successor names.
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Berlin
International News Service
Washington
Germany
Lansing
Bryan
Per Sommers
Wilson
Garrison
Gore
Foreign Relations Committee
Underwood
Elihu Root
Philander C. Knox
Lusitania
Laising
Department of State
United States
State Department
White House
Mr. Bryan
Tumulty
No Large Tax Increase Forecast for Morean County
The Morean County Commissioner’s Court met at the courthouse today and forecast no substantial tax hikes. Officials indicated stable levies while outlining budget plans and anticipated public services.
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Court House
County officials doubt large tax hikes next year
Morgan County officials expect few large increases in property taxes for the coming year. Commissioners review Tax Assessor Frank J. Troup’s books and will adjust any too low assessments. While not predicting big rises, they foresee some property values rising slightly due to recent gains in the fall and winter months. The final action awaits several days of review.
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Thas
Frank J. Troup
Morgan County
Troup
No Clemency Declined for Leo Frank by Georgia Prison Board
Georgia Prison Commission rejected Leo M. Frank's clemency appeal at 11:50. The vote was not unanimous as Commissioners Rainey and Davidson opposed the decision by urging clemency. If the governor concurs, Frank faces execution by hanging.
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Leo Frank
Atlanta
Georgia Prison Commission
Leo M. Frank
Rainey
Davidson
Clement
Frank
Tumulty denies Daniels has quit
Washington June 9 Private Secretary Tumulty rejected rumors that Secretary of the Navy Daniels has resigned. The official denial came as rumors spread regarding Daniels stepping down from the Navy post.
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Tumulty
Daniels
International News Service
Washington
Flood forecasts Democrat pick for Secretary of State
Representative Flood of Virginia chairing the House Foreign Affairs Committee said a Republican is unlikely to become Secretary of State. He named Lansing Underwood Garrison and Lane as suitable Democratic contenders from within the party.
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International News Service
Washington
Representative Flood
Virginia
House Committee On Foreign Affairs Today
Flood
Lansing
Underwood
Garrison
Lane
Wilson Accepts Bryan Resignation With Regret
President Woodrow Wilson writes to William Jennings Bryan expressing deep regret at his secretary of state’s resignation. He notes aligned aims and loyalty, but accepts the retirement while wishing Bryan God speed and stating they will pursue same causes in different ways.
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Germany
Villa Defeat Believed Near at Leon Battle
Washington reports say Villa’s military power may be broken around Leon. Observers and Consul Sillerman in Vera Cruz indicate Villa’s defeat appears confirmed, influencing U S policy toward Carranza forces and the Mexican conflict.
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International News Service
Washington
General Obregon
Carranza
Leon
Mexico
Villa
Sillerman
Vera Cruz
Hitt Line Brings Back Weekly Friday Boat Excursions
Announcement today confirms the Hitt line steamer American will run a regular Friday night excursion all summer. Rumors of biweekly trips were unfounded, though the boat may be in Chattanooga this week.
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Hitt Line
Chattanooga
British steamer sunk by Kaiser in war claim
London reports the British steamer Lady Salisbury was sunk by a German submarine. Sixteen crew members were landed, but two are reported missing or believed lost.
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Kaiser
Lady Salisbury
International News Service
London
Butt
President Wilson Appears Careworn Yet Relieved After Ride
Washington June 9 President Wilson rode to the streets at 10 45 am. The President looked careworn as he entered his automobile yet relieved since a five day suspense ended. He met the French ambassador and a delegation of women lodge workers. Cheers greeted him as he left the White House portico and he lifted his hat with a smile.
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Washington
Wilson
White House
Jefferson Trust Company to Replace Suspended Bank
The Jefferson County Savings Bank will not reopen. Out of its ruins the Jefferson Trust Company will emerge to liquidate affairs, occupy the old bank quarters, and not assume the former liabilities. Snowden McGaughy to serve as president. new firm to begin July 16.
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Jefferson ‘County Savings Bank
Jefferson Trust Company
Jefferson County Savings Bank
Bryan Sets Out Peace Principle Dispute With Wilson
Secretary Bryan released a statement clarifying a disagreement with President Wilson over applying the peace plan to the submarine crisis. He cites international treaties with 30 governments and urges warnings for Americans to avoid belligerent ships or vessels carrying ammunition, passengers.
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International News Service
Washington
Bryan
International Commission For Settlement
Decaturs Daily Praised as Best Alabama Paper
W S Swain lauds the Decaturs Daily at Central Park curtain talk calling it the liv est paper of its size in Alabama. He notes its metropolitan make up and strong press work and cites growth and progressive streets. Carriers to attend event are listed as guests of the cathedral celebration.
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Decaturs Daily
Alabama
W. S. Swain
Central Park
Swain
Decaturs
Neste Manen
Resignation of William J Bryan Sparks War Talk in London
London papers give wide coverage to William J Bryan's resignation and predict possible U S German hostilities. Americans flock to the embassy for news as editorials debate the potential for momentous developments after Wilson's note to Germany.
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International News Service
London
William J. Bryan
U. S
Germany
Washington
United States
Wilson
Anglo French Transport Sunk in Dardenelles
An official statement from the war department reports the sinking of one transport carrying Anglo French forces in the Dardanelles. The incident is described as confirmed by the latest military communique.
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Dardenelles
International News Service
Constantinople
People With You They Wont Resign Telegram Sends Support
Memphis Tennessee June telegram from T. W. Sims of Tennessee to President Wilson states The people are with you and they never resign. The message emphasizes popular backing for the president during wartime.
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Sims
Tennessee
Pres. Wilson
International News Service
Memphis, Tenn
T. W. Sims
Wilson
Decatur Fire Dept Installs New Hall
The Decatur fire department proceeds with the installation of a new hall today. Officials indicate improved facilities and readiness for city emergencies.
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Decatur Fire Department
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