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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
GEORGIA IS DRY
TO-DAY AFTER THE
GOVERNOR MOVED
(BY FRANK C. GILREATH.l

I'd MANN ". G11AfLLA1f1
ATLANTA, Ca, March 29.-The bono
dry prohibition bill prepared by Gov
ernor Nat E. Harris was passed yester-
day afternoon and was transmitted 10
the governor for his signature.
The bill passed by the legislature %
the same bill written by the governor
with one important exception: The
prohibition commissioner as created in
the bill when introduced was strickem
out entirely. The governor was very
much disappointed by this action and
sent a special message to the house
and senate yesterday afternoon In
which he urged them to restore the
commissioner, but supporters of the
bill did not think it advisable to at
tempt a compliance with his Request,
owing to the fact that a good many t&
the rank and file of the prohibitions
members were strongly opposed to this
feature of the bill. In all other i'm
portant particulars the governors bill
is now law of the state.
One additional provision was put in
the bill which makes 1t much stronger
than the bill drawn by the governor
This provision makes the manufacture
of whiskey. wine or beer a felony
punishable by Imprisonment from one
to five years. 1t Is aimed especially
at mOonshiners, and is substantially
the same provision contained in the
bill introduced by Representative N
f. Culpepper, of Meriwether county,
who considers the moonshine industry
the chief enemy of genuine prohibition
in Georgia at this time, now that the
shipment of liquor into the state has
been stopped altogether. Instead oa
passing the Culpepper bill as a sepa-
rate measure, it's provisions were writ
ten into the governors bone dry bill.
thereby accomplishing the same pur-
pose.
One other provision was added. This
one provides for the confscation OF
any vehicle of vessel used In the
transportation of any prohibited IL
quor. 1t is aimed especially at the
automobile blockade runners along the
Florida border, who have been haul
ing enormous quantities of liquor intO
south Georgia counties from Jackson
vile. Under this provision of the lav,
rot only these blockaders, but any one
else carrying liquor in an automobile
will be deprived of his automobile and
the same will be sold at public outcry
before the courthouse door
Probably no state has ever enacted
such a thoroughly dry prohibition bill
II prohibits the shipment into the state
of any quantity Of wh!skcy, wine, Or
beer-excepting only alcohol for medi
CAL pharmaceutical and mechanical
purposes, and wine for the sacrament
and prohibits the keeping of any
Quantity on hand at home or else
where
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
NEW MOTOR PUMP
ARRIVES IN CITY

The new motor pumping engine for
the Americus Fire department arrived
this morning from the American La
France Engine Manufacturing Com
pany, of Elmira, N. Y, and will be in
stalled in the fire station as soon as
proper arrangements have been made
for its accommodation.
The motor pump LIS guaranteed to
throw 1000 gallons of water per min
ute, and is mounted on an automobile
truck, similar in some ways to the
motor truck already in use by the de-
partment. 1t cost the city $500.
1t will take the place of the horse
drawn apparatus that has been a
feature Of the fire fighting equipment
for years past. The two horses that
have been quartered In the station will
be dispensed with entirely. Prince, u
the veteran fire horse being transfer
red to the street department, while
"Spitfire" his stable horse, will be
returned to the Robinson Shows. the
circus management having loaned the
animal to the fire department on the
death of Morgan 1.-THE old fire horse
that served faithfully for so many
years. '
The concrete stall partitions near
the front of the station are today be-
ing removed to make a place for the
new motor pump alongside the other
truck, and it is probable that the ma
chine will be installed within day or
two. A representative of the mann
facturers will arrive tomorrow to d.
rect the unlosding and installation of
the. pump,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
MEMBERS OF A.L.I.
CLAD TO GET BACK

First Sergeant C. e. (Munch) Guer-
ry. with Privates Merrill Wheatley
and Harry Schneider came down this
morning from Camp Harris to spend
the day with home folks after their
long stay with the Americas Light In
fantry at Camp Cotton, Ell Paso, Tex.
Other members of Company are ex-
pected to arrive tonight and tomorrow.
leave of absence being allowed the
boys as fast as conditions at Camp
Harris will warrant. Since the Geor-
gia troops arrived In Macon on Tues
day, the men have been busy getting
their camp in shape, and while all
the Company / boys are anxious to
get back home for day or two at
least, it is impossible for many of them
to leave just at present.
Private Schneider has been incapac-
itated for several months by rheuma-
tism and was sent to the military hos
pital at Hot Springs, Ark, where he
spent about a month, returning to
Camp Cotton, and remaining there un-
til the troops left for Georgia.
Corporal ], G. Hoist, of the Ameri-
Gus Light Infantry, is seriously i'll at
the military hospital at Fort Bliss, El
Paso, with a complication of measles
and pneumonia, and grave fears are
felt for his recovery His condition
was such that it was impossible for
him to be taken back home with the
rest of the Georgia troops.
The Americas boys are somewhat
disappointed at the news that they
are not to be mustered out on account
of the international situation. but ey-
cry one of them are jubilant over re-
turn to Gods country" once more.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
GERMAN RAlOER Gets
A WARsHIP OF JAPAN

VANCOUVER. B. c., March ga
Toxic news dispatch says a German
raider has been sunk by Japanese
warship in the southern Pacific ocean
The dispatch mentions no names either
of the japanese cruiser engaged or
the raider destroyed.
A recent statement issued at Ber-
lin reported the re-arrival at Ger
man port of the famous raider
.ieowe. which vessel was credited with
he capture and destruction OF several
fritish. French and Japanese vessels
IN the south Atlantic. and it is, there
fore believed that more than one con-
'erted warship slipped past the Brit
ish blockade wien the Meowe put II
ea several months ago
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
BRYAN APPEALS
TO CONGRESS ON
HIS PEACE PLAN

MIAMI, Fla, March 29.-William J.
Bryan, former secretary of state in
President Wilson's cabinet, and recog-
nized as the foremost pacifiist in the
United States, today issued an open
appeal to congress, urging that an at
tempt be made to obtain a suspension
of Germany's present ruthless subma-
rine campaign through application Of
the so-called Bryan peace plan. This
plan which has been embodied in sew
eral treaties negotiated between the
United States and foreign countries,
notably the smaller South American
republics, provides for the investiga
tion of disputes between nations by an
International tribunal. pending the de-
cision of which both parties to the dis
pute pledge themselves to keep the
peace.
The appeal, which is somewhat len
gthy, also asks that congress, if that
body be satisfied nothing but war will
satisfy the honor of the American ma
tion. consult the people through the
medium of a referendum vote before
taking steps which might mean sigh
ing the death warrant of thousands OF
good and useful citizens. Bryan con-
cludes his appeal with the assertion
that he believes congress ought to con-
slider that the wrongs it seeks to pun
ish at this time are not directed
primarily against the United States,
hit against the nations with which
the offenders are already at war.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
BEGIN FIRE INSPECTION
UNDER NEW ORDINANCE

Assistant Chief Parker Of the Fire
department yesterday afternoon began
the inspection of premises throughout
the city as provided for by the re-
Gently passed ordinance looking to-
ward more, efficient fire protection.
Defective fiues, dangerous construc-
ton, improper disposition of waste
and other items contributing to the
danger of fire. are reported by the
inspectors and the property owners
notified to correct the unsafe condi-
tioIs
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
BUSINESS COUNCIL
To MEET TONIGHT

The Business Council of the Amert-
Gus and Sumter County Chamber Of
Commerce will hold its first meeting
tonight at the offices of the Chamber
at O'Clock.
The organization of the council viii
be perfected at this time, chairman
and vice chairman being chosen, and
preparations made to carry on the ac-
tive duties of the body.
The Business Council is composed of
/ representatives from each of the -
beroups Of business enterprises repre-
sented In the Chamber of Commerce.
Two representatives are elected from
each group of enterprises.
All suggestions and ideas concern
ing the program of activities of the
Chamber of Commerce are first refer
red to the business Council for discus
sion and approval. after which the
matter is passed upon by the coT-
missioners.
The members of the council have
lust been chosen as the result of a
mail vote and the meeting tonight viii
mark the beginning Of the active opeF-
atioas Of this important body
The meeting is open not only TO
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
AWARDS MAD {
IN I'D. {. ESSAY
CONTEST HERE

The first phase of the essay con-
test conducted by the United Daugh-
tcrs of the Confederacy has been con-
cluded and the medal awards made in
the competition among the students of
the educational institutions of Ameri-
Gus.
Miss Macy Grey, resident of Sum-
ter county and student at the Third
District A. & NJ. school. has been
awarded a gold medal for having sub
mitted the best essay from that instt-
tuition. and her essay has also been
chosen by the judges to be sent on to
Athens to compete in the contest for
the state medal. Norman English, of
Ft Valley. received honorable mem
ton in the Third District A. & NJ. conf
petition.
Miss Lula Howard, of this city, niece
of Miss Effie Howard, was awarded the
gold medal offered to students Of the
Americus High. school for the best es-
say, while Miss Elizabeth Harris,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Har-
ris, received honorable mention in the
High school competition.
The U. D. C. of Georgia offer gold
medal each year for the best essay sub
mitten on a given theme This year
the subject was: Jefferson Davis AMI
Abraham Lincoln; Their Services to
the United States Government an the
Principles For Which They Stood II
1861"
The Americus chapter of the U. D..
c. offered gold medals to the students
Of the High school and the A. & NJ.
school as an added incentive to stimu-
late competition. These medals We're
entirely separate from the state medal
award, although the best essay sub
mitted in both schools is entered il
the state competition.
To Miss Jean Cameron. instructor il
English at the High school and to Mrs.
George Stallings, English instructor at
the A. & Nj. school. is due much credit
for the excellent showing made by the
competitors in the essay
contest.
Last year the state medal in the es-
say contest was won by Frank Harold
Jr., and the Americus chapter, U. =.
G., is particularly anxious to see the
state medal again won by an Ameri
Gus student
Mrs. Charles L. Ansley, Mrs. E. J."
Carswelf and Mrs: w. C: Gray were the
judges making the awards in this city.
Fictitious names were signed to the es-
says while the correct names of the
contestants were contained in sealed
envelopes opened after the awards had
been made.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
MEETING ON THE
FARM LOAN BILL
HERE SATURDAY

There will be a meeting of the
farmers who wish to. join The Farm
er's National Loan Association" of
Sumter County Saturday morning at
o: 80 o'clock at the courthouse.
There was meeting held at the
court house last Saturday, at which
time the matter of organizing was
gone into rather thoroughly, instruc-
tions from the Columbia Federal Land
Bank, concerning the provisions to be
made in organizing. were read and
considered. The name THE Farmers
National Farm Loan Association" IF
Sumter County was adopted for the
local organization. Geo. W. Walters
was elected temporary chairman and
Stephen Pace as temporary secretary
treasurer, but due to the lack of org
anizing blank forms to be supplied ny
the Land Bank and the absence Of
three or four parties who are anxious
to join the association as charter
members, it was agreed to postpone
final organization until the coming
Saturday, March 31st.
At this meeting it was further an
nounced that the Federal Farm Loan
Board, which has supervision and the
administration of the Farm Loan Act,
had advised that the money borrowed
ON farm lands by the members of this
Association will be loaned at five 500
per cent per annum, payable in small
annual payments according to emort-
izatiOn table.
The Federal Board further recon-
mended that all loans be made for a
period of thirty-six years. Loans
made for this period can be paid off
(principal and interest) by adding one
per cent per annum to the interest
rate. Which shows that money bor-
rowed at SO can be paid, both prin-
cipal and interest, by making the
small annual payment Of go per year
on the amount borrowed 1t will be no
hardship on anyone to make loan
for this length of time, even If he
should desire the money for shorter
period, inasmuch as the law distinctly
provides that any portion or all of the
principal can be paid at any interest
date after five years
AT the meeting to be held at the
court house Saturday morning it IS
expected that final organization will
be perfected, a president, vice-presi-
dent. and a board of directors COM
posed of five members, will be elected.
This board Of directors will then name
a land examining board, to be COM
posed of three members, to inspect all
lands offered as security. 1t IS hoped
that the association will be able 10
have all applications for loans ap-
proved and the money on hand for dis
tribution within forty or sixty days;
and all who expect to join the associa-
tion and make applications for loans
are expected to be on hand Saturday
morning at ten-thirty.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
Revolution Brewing in Spain.

PARIS, March 29.-Madrid news dis
patches says an appeal to the people
Of Spain has been issued at that place,
the terms of which the government de-
clares to be seditious. Many of the
signers of the appeal have already been
arrested, while the authorities continue
searching for others.
The cabinet has taken jurisdiction
nounced will deal summarily with all
suspected of disloyalty to Alfonso's
government
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
BIC EVENTS FOR
VETERANS FUND
HERE ON APRIL 10

1t was announced yesterday in the
Times Recorder that plans were on
foot for raising funds to help defray
expenses of those veterans who would
not otherwise be financially able to at
tend the National Confederate reunion
at Washington, d. c., in June.
1t is the purpose Of the committee
to put on an entertainment on April
10th. The place will be on Jackson
street between Lamar and Forsyth
The exclusive right to the use of the
section of the street has been granted
by the mayor and city council.
Now that we have the time and
place. what is to be the nature OF the
entertainment. Americus Is fortunate
in many ways in having the John Rob-
inson circus winter here. There are
more wonderful and mysterious things
about circus than anything on earth,
And one of the most fortunate features
is lIldL lne ClICuS udhdSCLAChI Id 81
accommodating The use of the band
has been secured; better one is not
to be had in these parts. Another at
tractive and unique feature Is that the
clowns from the circus will entertain
the crowd with their capers, and they
say they have several new pranks that
they would like to work out on the
Americus people.
Another feature of entertainment
will be several contortionist acts by
the circus people together with wire
walking and other features. Last but
hy far not least will be street ball
under the supervision of committee
that will see that the dancing is con-
Quoted orderly and properly. Those
only will be admitted who secure tick
cts from the box Office.
Arrangements have been made to
have elevated seats placed on botn
sides of the street to accommodate the
crowd. The seats will be 25 and 50
cents, the entrance ticket admitting to
seats. The price of dancing will be
so cents. Ladies that dance will be
admitted free John RObinson's band
will furnish the music.
There is no question but that this
entertainment will be supported in the
spirit In which it is intended. All we
ask is the support of the people of
Americus, the surrounding towns have
pledged their support. The cause is
worthy one and one that appeals to
every loyal son and raughter of the
South. All together and lets make
this s gala occasion. One that will
live in memory. Make the Veterans
happy and thereby be happy. The
proceeds will be turned over to the
treasurer of the local camp to defray
the expenses of those who would not
be able to attend otherwise.
Other features of the program vii!
Ee announced later. In the meantime
al together, boost and don't let up
Our slogan is, "A good time in good
town"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
LOVELACt To SPEAK
At THE AUDITORIUM

General Secretary ]. E. Lovelace, of
the Junior Order of United American
Mechanics, is in the city this after
noon and will speak tonight at 8
o'clock at the High school auditorium.
A fine orchestra will render music,
their program beginning at 1890
o'clock.
The general public is invited to hear
the address tonight.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
4. ?. GETS ORDER
STOPPING |. n. s.

NEW YORK, March % FedersE
Ii~trict Judge Hand today granted the
application Of TIE Associated Press tor
writ Of Injunction restraining the
International News Service from ap-
Propriating the complaansnt's news at
any tine prior 10 is publication by
ccmplainant's members As 70 the
right Of the defendant 70 appropriate
complainant's news after as puSlless
tsSTi, tsas coaTt lgTT EnSf e 4 fsfEf aes
cision, bas said pers0nalsy. s ssss sats
isfed the eaa ainans had ~ ssl1 70
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
Situation Similar to That in Russia.

WASHINGTON, ID. c.. March 20
Officials here pointed out this after
noon the similarity of the situation in
Spain to that preceding the Russian
revolution. which also began through
political unrest induced by food short
age. None of those commenting on the
developments of the day at Madrid
were willing to venture an opinion as
to the ultimate outcome.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
ANOTHER BRITISH BARK
SUNK WITHOUT WARNING

WASHINGTON, D. c., March 80 --
Wesley Frost, United States consul at
Queenstown, ireland, informed the
state department this morning that the
British bark Meath has been torpedoed
off Fastnet Light. Notwithstanding 10
warning was given all the crew, in
cluding two Americans. were saved.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
WANTS WILSON To
BACK ARMY SERVICE

WASHINGTON, D. c., March 20
Senator Chamberlain, chairman of the
senate military committee, said that a
conference with President Wilson, ar
ranged for late today, he would urge
the president in his address to con-
gress Monday to endorse universal mil
itary service as preparedness meas
ure.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
CHTNESE REPUBLIC HAS
NOW REC06NIEED Ri I-SSiA

PEKTNSG, March 2s--tDeIayed IN
transmission. The government of
cAana today formally resolved to rec-
ogniSe the provisional government of
Russia. and Chinese officials IN that
country have been instructed accord
lngly
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
British Reach New German Trenches.

LONDON, March 29.-General Maui
rice director of military operations at
the war office here. stated today that
German troops in France are now en-
trenched along the front where .he
Entente Allies are advancing.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
UNREST IN SPAIN
MAY COME FROM
FOOD SHORTAGE

LONDON, March ga decree has
been issued, suspending constitutional
guarantees throughout the provinces Of
Spain, according to Madrid news dis
patches. No explanation of the decree
is given in the reports reaching Lon
don early today.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29

members of the Business Council, but
to the general membership of the
chamber. as we'll and several matters
of interest are TO be discussed at the
session
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
BRITISH GAIN A
LARGE VICTORY
OVER THE TURKS

LONDON, March 29.-It is officially
announced that the British army op-
Grating in Palestine has defeated a
Turkish army of 10000, capturing 900
prisoners, including one general and
his divisional staff. Pursuit of the
defeated army continues.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
CHICAGO MAY WHEAT
REACHED NEW HIGH LEVE3.

CHICAGO, March 29.-In the grain
pit here today May wheat options sold
at $1.97 Is, the highest point reach
ed since the European war began.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29
DAILY WEATHER FORECAST

; The weather forecast for Amer
! irus and vicinity follows:
FOR AsIERICUS: Fair and
Warmer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29

weather or NO7-Every man is :
a success. even if it is only a fail =
ure.-Old Man Sage.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-03-29

The Times-Recorder is the ONLY paper
in the Third Congressional District with
Associated Press Service.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-29

a favorable result could be expected
for the month of April. The reduction
of tonnage at the disposal of hostile
nations. he said. was taking place with
mathematical certainty, thereby In
creasing the lack of foodstuffs, while
the want of pit props had made itself
felt in the sharpest manner. The min
lister continued:
Notwithstanding the sharp censor
ship IN entente countries. sufficient news
has reached MS to show that the J-boats
have hit vital nerve of England. and
through her. of her allies The LondonD
Morning Post of April IL says the NUM-
her Of English boats really sunk has
been kept secret, but that the scales are
inclining toward Germany, and that this
gain probably will increase in mathe-
NAUTICAL progression. This is significant.
The navy has fully realized the expec-
tations on which the proclamation of
the sea barrier was based. and II has no
doubt that in a conceivable time Eng
land Will suffer the consequences"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-04-29
ARMY RECRUITING SLUMPS.
Pennsylvania Takes First Place in
Enlistment Figures for Friday,

Regular army recruiting slumped
again Friday. The total was 1899 men
accepted. as against daily average of
approximately 1000 men maintained
during the preceding ten days.
Pennsylvania took first place on the
days figures with los men. as against
eighty-two for New York and seventy
one for Illinois. California showed a
continued high percentage with forty
FIVE men accepted. making LIS sup
piled by that state since April 1 of her
quota Of 4.154. Michigan.t Minnesota
and Texas also returned good averages,
and North Dakota. which has shown
little results up to this time. supplied
fifty-six men.