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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1916
Page
6
The article traces the rise of politically minded organizers and the parallel growth of women’s reform groups. It critiques per capita dues and unwritten “firm” networks, warns of overlapping outfits duplicating work, and urges protecting women’s organizations from exploitative organizers while preserving their dignity and influence.
An old medical note emphasizes abundant fresh air and rest for tuberculosis recovery. It recommends Bekmann Alterative, touted as beneficial in many cases, noting it contains no opiates or habit forming drugs. Available at Jacobs' Drug Stores in Atlanta and Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
A sensational ad argues hot water with limestone phosphate cleanses the digestive tract and purges waste from the body. It claims daily morning immersion improves mood, energy, and complexion, citing “cranks” transformed by the process and urging readers to send address for a demonstration bottle.
Dr J C White of the seventh ward declares support for The Constitution’s call to establish a great university high school system free to Atlanta youth. He also advocates a stronger Grady hospital, improved fire department, more parks, and broader municipal improvements to benefit current and future generations.
A new Eastern Star chapter named Martha was instituted with 106 members on Tuesday March 28 by Georgia state grand officers in Atlanta. Mrs Hose Ashby and Dee Ba Mincey assisted. over two hundred members attended as refreshments followed. Officers elected for the year include Mrs Bunny Joay as worthy matron and W F Brandt as worthy patron with Mrs Nowa Boswell as associate matron.
Miss Frances Davia serves as Secretary and Mrs H Adams as treasurer for a new Martha Chapter 1 which leaders say could become one of the state’s best and most prosperous units. The charter members are enthusiastic about the work and expect not less than five hundred members. The next meeting is Monday night April 13 at 7:20, with all order members invited and refreshments to follow.
Chronic digestive issues are blamed on inactive bowels and unsafe remedies. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, sold for fifty cents, is touted as the best laxative and stomach cleaner. A free trial bottle offer is available by writing to Dr Caldwell at 434 Washington St Monticello TI.
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