Vagrants Targeted as Law Enforcements Cracks Down
In Athena the authorities press a vagrancy crackdown. James Calp orders officers to detain anyone suspected of vagrancy, resulting in Dai Glenn and others being jailed or bound over for trial. Dan confesses limited August work and faces committal while witnesses label him a street loafer. John Olson loafs. Seaborn Bagg shows work and is released. Chief Calp vows more arrests, Macon officials echo the drive, and Rev Bridges comments on enforcing the vagrancy law to curb immorality. Chamberlain’s Stoma remains available.
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Athena
Jamef Calp
Dai Glenn
Dan
Fisher
Broad and
Thomas Streets
John Olson
Ajvancy
Macon
B. J. Bridges
In Colored Industrial and Orphans
Bibb
New Fertilizer Plant Nears Completion in Athens
Hodgson Cotton Co plans to have its fertilizer and chemical works finished and operating by October 15. The plant, costing about one hundred thousand dollars, has most work completed, with a large building already finished. The project is presented as a major local enterprise. A separate brief notes a denial of a charge by a husband against his wife. A health ad promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, claiming it helps indigestion in children and adults and includes a Nashville testimonial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodgson Cotton Co
Athens
Henry Carter
Central St
Nashville
Tenn
Flooded Bowling Alley Forces Temporary Closure
The J. H. Becker bowling alley in the Moss building on Clayton Street was badly flooded yesterday after the city water main burst. Water from the plant hydrants running unchecked seeped through the ceiling into the store room, flooding the alleys and making the venue unusable until repairs are completed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Becker
Moss Building
Clayton Street
Clifton Flour Advertised For Retail Merchants
Fresh flour all the time. The celebrated Clifton Flour is sold only to retail merchants in small quantities and is always fresh. Bransford's Clifton is flour for family use. If your bread cake and pastry are not made with it you are a lover. We keep it in stock regularly. Wingfield Cash Grocery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifton
Bransford
Wingfield Cash Grocery
Normal School Opens Next Tuesday with Record Attendance
The State Normal School begins its regular fall session in this city next Tuesday morning with a forecasted attendance near 300. Entrance examinations run today and tomorrow. teachers should arrive promptly. All dormitory rooms are filled, forcing many teachers to seek nearby housing. President Branson will arrange accommodations for those unable to secure dormitory space.
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State Normal School
Branson
Fire department called to infernal scene and allegory
A fire department was called out yesterday afternoon to an old allegorical picture of a man scared by a grasshopper and treading on a snake. The piece contrasts a cyclone cellar with neglecting a medicine, Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, sold by H.R. Palmer & Son and W. J. Smith & Bro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H.R. Palmer & Son
W. J. Smith & Bro
Horse Traders Reunion to Visit Northeast Georgia Fair
A large gathering of horse traders will converge during the Northeast Georgia Fair for a reunion in the region. Organized by OC W. Cooper and J N Cheney, they will work with fair officials to host visitors and their stock, with dates set for October 6th, 7th, and 8th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Messrs
OC. W. Cooper
J. 3. Cheney
Ith
Trouble at the plant disrupts city water supply
Water system failures left the city without water for domestic use after a main break near the pig caused a sandpipe to drain. Electric machinery was activated to restore service, with plans for a duplicate main from the water works to Cleveland Avenue and replacement castings from Athens Foundry.
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Eac&pe
Superm Wood
Wood
Athens
Chattaj
Water Works
Cleveland Avenue
Major Charles Henry Smith Burial In Cartersville
The funeral of Major Charles Henry Smith known as Bill Arp was held in Cartersville at 10:80 this morning. The Presbyterian church was filled as Rev H E White and Rev Christian assisted by Rev Sam Jones conducted services. Jones delivered a noted tribute. The scene reflected strong community attendance with stores closed in respect.
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Cartersville
Charles Henry Smith
Bill Arp
Presbyterian Church
H. EB. White
Christian
Methodist Church
Sam Jones
Jones
Cotton Market Highlights and Related Notes
Liverpool market reports middling uplands for August 26, 1903 with prices noted. New York market features a tonic claim for indigestion and a sales pitch offering samples free or a $100 bottle for 850.
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Globe
Acceptance date moved for Winnie Davis McHall ceremony
The Georgia Daughters of the Confederacy postpone acceptance of the Winnie Davis McHall from the hands of the contractor W. J. Beeland. Delays in finishing work and mosaic for the front veranda caused the postponement to Wednesday the 12th. The committee will not arrive in Athens until next week.
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Georgia Divisi
Daughters of the Confederacy
Winnie Davis Mc
W. J. Beeland
Tractor Beeland
Athens
Woman Arrested on Theft Charge
Yesterday afternoon Margaret J. S. a young African American woman was arrested on larceny charges. She is accused by Mrs. A. H. of stealing apparel from her residence during her absence, including a veil. The woman denies the theft and says she bought the veil from a local store.
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Wag
Margaret Johnsp
A. H
Uck
Jand
Sound argument from Mr Russell for Athens road bonds
Editor Bauner expresses that the newspaper supports Athens efforts to pass bonds for paving county roads. The letter argues that graded macadam roads will sustain wagons and help farmers reach markets, urging farmers and townspeople to vote for bonds to boost regional prosperity.
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Bauner
Athens
United States
W. J. Russell
Atlanta Won Qut Fann New Orleans
A brief sports line notes Atlanta defeated New Orleans in a game after a phrasing variation. The surrounding text shifts to an advertisement for Kodol Dyspepsia Core promising relief for indigestion and improved digestion.
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Atlanta
New Orleans
Committees Rally for Clarke County Bonds Drive
Activists from the Adhena Chamber of Commerce push a $100,000 road macadamization bond proposal. The fundraising committee reports most funds raised for legitimate campaign expenses and mobilizes district volunteers to ensure a two thirds county vote, with Lipscomb leading street efforts and local literature distributed to persuade voters.
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Clarke County
Adhens Chamber of Commerce
Moessra
E. KR. Hodgson
W. B. Jackson
J. F. Rhodes
Lipscomb
Baio Ae Evr
Putting Up Posters for The Big Fair
Advertising committee prints and distributes posters across the northeast Georgia region to promote the big fair. A telephone line is installed at the fair grounds, number 305, courtesy of the Bell company, to improve visitor convenience. Committees work with strong determination, promising a successful fair and premium stock for investors.
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Georgia
Bell Company
The Savings Bank Moves to Up-to-Date Vaults
The Savings Bank has installed improved steel roller shelving and file cases in its vaults to store books and papers. The bank emphasizes keeping facilities very up-to-date and ready for efficient records management.
Georgia fixes state tax rate at nine mills
In Atlanta Governor Terrell and Comptroller-General Wright set the Georgia state tax rate at five mills per thousand dollars of property for the year. Even at this level a treasury deficit is anticipated unless additional taxes bring in funds. Officials expect collections and extra levies may cover about a 15 percent shortfall.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Wright
Terrell
Dr Thomas Whipped for Escape from Prison
Rome Ga Aug 26 Dr R P Thomas the Diamond King of Atl ants who caused a sensational escape from the penitentiary has been severely whipped. Before Warden Mitchell he received twenty lashes and irons were applied. An iron necktie was placed on him and he was kept in that condition until he promised to obey the mines rules. Mitchell said no confidence can be placed in Dr Thomas and he must be closely watched. I hereby announce myself I candidate for alderman from the first ward subject to the action of the Democrat"s party.
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Rome
R P. Thomas
Mitchell
Dr. Thomas
Hammack Bound to City Court in $100 Bond
Yesterday morning Judge Foster bound H T Hammack over to the city court in the sum of one hundred dollars after hearing the evidence. Hammack could not make bond and was jailed. He will be tried before Judge Cobb.
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Cobb
H. T. Hammack
Foster
Hammack
Bond
Michael Bros showing new fall goods and carpets
Michael Bros shows fall wear fabrics at the store with new nesk wear hair ornaments belts and madras wastings in Ecra sand colors. The immense line includes black shirt waists and novelty wool walking skirts. Also new carpets mats rugs and table linens. closing out summer goods at half former price. Mrs Hancock has returned from Ma. Airy.
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Seaborn Bagg
Chbief Calp
Ltleas
Chamberlain
B. B. Vena
W. J. Smith
Save
the Childress
Fiir
C. Fl Smith
Baxter & Co
Liverpool
New York
Davis Hall
Beeland
Russell
Fair Grounds
the Savings. Bank Movement
Democrat
W. Cooper
Hamimiage
Michael Brod
Michael Bros
Mra
Hancock
Airy
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