Major Hanson Denies Divorce Suit Linking Theosophy
Major J F Hanson president of the Central of Georgia Railway filed his answer in Fulton Superior Court denying Mrs Hanson s divorce petition and denouncing the charge that his family was driven apart by Theosophy The supplemental answer accuses Katherine Tingley Theosophy and Universal Brotherhood of causing discord in his family Hanson admits using strong language at times but says he apologized promptly The filing names Hall Hall Payne Little Jones and others as attorneys and details a dramatic civic case from Atlanta Georgia
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Atlanta
Horner
J. F. Hanson
Central of Georgia Railway
Hanson
Katherine Tingley
Theosophy
Universal Brotherhood
Major Hanson
Mia
Clarke Rifles Armory Growth and Expanded Drills
The Clarke Rifles are actively filling an armory with an enlarged reading room and drill hall. An extra drill is planned for Thursday night as members enhance military knowledge. absences will be sanctioned only with captain approval. The unit aims to complete fittings and acquire magazines and books with civic support.
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Clarke Rifles
Othel
Governor Brown Reappoints Scott Adjutant General
Governor Brown in Atlanta announces the two year reappointment of General A J Scott as adjutant general and General W G Obear as quartermaster general. Both were strongly recommended by the state militia and endorsed by the troops. The initial adjutant general post was offered to Judge E W Harris of Carrollton who declined. The report notes political unrest and security measures in Mexico and promotes Chamberlains Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a trusted medicine option.
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Atlanta
Brown
A. J. Scott
W. G. Obear
8. W. Harris
Carrollton
Terrell
Harris
Scott
Presidents Born September 15 Highlight Taft Diaz Lineage
A historical chronology lists William Howard Taft born September 15 1857 in Cincinnati detailing his rise from Yale salutatorian to U S president and later roles in Cuba the Philippines and war departments. It also traces Porfirio Diaz born 1830 in Oaxaca highlighting his military career reforms and eventual presidency in Mexico.
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Mexico
Oaxaca
United States
Santa Anna
Juarez
Col William Morrison 85. long public career in Iowa
Waterloo Iowa September 14 Col William P Morrison 85 a former Democratic leader and longtime public servant is celebrated for a life spanning the Civil War era Mexican War California gold rush and later roles in the U S House the Electoral Commission of 1876 and the Interstate Commerce Commission Morrison known as Horizontal Morrison fought in the Forty Ninth Miners during the Civil War and remained active in politics throughout his long career
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Waterloo
William FP. Morison
Col. Morrison
Morrison
Congress
House
Col
Zachary Taylor
California
Hlinola
Douglas
Kansas- Nebraska
Forty-ninth Miners Infantry
Tilden
Cleveland
Interstate Commerce Commission
Electric Bitters Promised as Health Builder and Stimulant
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as the greatest health builder, claiming they purify blood, aid stomach and liver, and invigorate the body for better health and sharpness. Priced 60 cents and guaranteed by local merchants. Also a critical remark about Peary’s interview coverage in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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W. J. Smith & Bro
IH. R. Palmer & Sons
Peary
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Roosevelt
Trial of former Adjutant General Ortis Hamilton
Olympia Washington September 14. The case of former Adjutant General Ortis Hamilton draws unprecedented state wide interest as he faces embezzlement charges before the current superior court term. He is accused of misusing state funds totaling more than a thousand dollars with alleged larger shortages in the military fund. Hamilton has been jailed since May with bail unpaid, and no statement has been issued by him.
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Olympia
Wash
Washington
Ortis Hamilton
Hamilton
Military Fund
Florence Moore
Thurston County
Perry Davis Painkiller Promoted for Digestive Ailments
The ad claims colds in different seasons cause bowel pains and diarrhea and advises using Perry Davis Painkiller to relieve cramps. It notes two sizes, 35c and 60c, and urges comfort from the medicine in warm sweetened water.
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Perry Davis
Philathea Class Appoints Committees for Work
At a September 12 meeting the Philathea class formed four committees Relief Volunteer Social and Membership with named chairmen and members. Each committee will report weekly and may call on any member as needed and chairmen must give a general report at monthly meetings.
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Philathea
J. B. Vaughn
Percy Johnson
M. M. Arnold
Daisy Harper
Misa Willie Callaway
Misa Nettle Wagnon
Pearl Hodges
Chloe Allen
L. C. Brown
Madge Newborn
Margaret Holman
A. 3. Parker
George Thornton
L. J. Galssert
Pearl Goulding
Annie Patman
Misa Met West
Reunion committees invite Gov Brown to Georgia Confederate reunion
Yesterday the Georgia Division of the United Confederate Veterans extended an invitation to Governor Joseph M. Brown to attend the September 28 29 reunion in this city. If he accepts he may give the opening address and committees report progress on funds housing Old veterans and expenses. Citizens urged to contribute and homes for about 250 veterans are still needed. An advertisement for Foley's Kidney Pills appears at the end.
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Joseph M. Brown
Georgia
United Confederate Veterans
Brown
Finance
Committee On Homes
American Bankers Association Open at Chicago Session
Chicago September 14 The American Bankers Association opened its annual convention in the Auditorium with a large delegation and visitors. Governor Deneen welcomed the group while Col. Robert J. Lowry of Atlanta gave the response. George M. Reynolds delivered the presidential address as officers filed annual reports.
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Chicago
American Bankers’ Association
Joseph J. Talbert
Chicago Clearing House Association
Charles 8. Deneen
Robert J. Lowry
Atlanta
George M. Reynolds
Joseph G. Cannon
House of Representatives
Lawrence C. Murray
James J. Hill
Great Northern Railroad
Trust Company
Clearing House
Secretaries of State Bankers’ Associations
Gary
Indiana
Indiana Steel Company
Health and Beauty Aid Urine Laxative Ad
An old advertisement claims Ike Foley's Urine Laxative cures indigestion stomach and liver trouble and habitual constipation by cleansing the system. It promotes cosmetics and lotions for pimples and blotches as not effective.
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Foley
Municipal Electricians Open Fourteenth Annual Convention
Atlantic City N J September 14 The fourteenth annual convention of the International Association of Electricians began here with headquarters at Youngs hotel President J B Yeakle of Baltimore called the gathering to order. Main topics include underground conduits progress of the fire alarm telegraph a national electric code and the storage battery for fire and police telegraph systems.
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Atlantic City
N. J
International Association of Electtricians
Young's Hotel
J. B. Yeakle
Baltimore
Freight Wreck Near Lula GP Delays Southbound Trains
A major freight wreck four miles from Lula Georgia damaged thirteen cars and tore the track, forcing passenger trains to reroute via the Northeastern line through Athens to Atlanta. Repairs blocked progress as crews cleared the line and restored service.
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Athens
Lula
Gainesville
Atlanta
Seaboard
Eskimo with Peary at Pole Under Scrutiny
London experts debate Peary final polar dash claiming only one Eskimo accompanied him while Cook’s two Eskimos are cited in his favor. New estimates place Cook 550 miles from the pole, challenging his claimed position and prompting thorough scientific review.
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London
Robert F. Peary
Frederick A. Cook
Cook
Peary
Battle Harbor
Labrador
Roosevelt
Pole
Major J. M. Kimbrough Returns to Athens Cadet Command
Major J. M. Kimbrough returns to Athens to lead the University Cadets through October 28 before resuming his regiment duties. He will face a promotion exam before leaving for the war department.
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J. M. Kimbrough
Athens
Empire Conference in Sydney Opens Seventh Imperial Congress
Delegates from Canada South Africa India the British West Indies Australia and the United Kingdom gather in Sydney for the seventh congress of Chambers of Commerce of the Empire. Sir Albert Spicer presides as the London Chamber of Commerce head. Topics include imperial defence emigration postal and cable rates uniform measures and other colonial coordination issues. Taft’s forthcoming visit is noted as of the day.
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Sydney
Canada
South Africa
India
British West Indies
Australia
United Kingdom
Congress of Chambers of Commerce of the Empire
Albert Spicer
London Chamber of Commerce
London
President Taft Visited Boston Ahead of Transcontinental Journey
President Taft arrived in Boston from Beverly to a warm reception. Observers praised his robust appearance and health. The Chamber of Commerce banquet at Mechanics Building will seat about 2,000 diners with 2,000 additional spectators expected. Notable national figures were among the guests. United States authorities have ruled that the tariff law does not apply to the Panama Canal zone.
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Boston
Mass
Taft
Beverly
North Shore
Chamber of Commerce
Mechanica
Smone
United States
Panama Canal Zone
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