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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1900
Page
5
The text recounts rail disruption and slow service near Holyhead and Crewe with mentions of a midnight train, a transfer, and adverse conditions. It then shifts to political candidates, judicial investigations, and a push for inspection of a master’s actions amid ongoing campaigns and appointments.
A boiler explosion at the G. O Williams Lumber Company brick yard near the Chatta hoochee River and Hollywood Cemetery killed John M. Smith James Perkins and Walter Evans and wounded five others. The boiler flew through the engine room roof and landed 500 feet away. Coroner said the cause may be unknown or foul play not indicated. Smith Perkins and Evans were locals with families. funerals arranged near Bolton Oakland cemetery. Five negro workers were injured, all expected to recover.
Atlanta ministers and the Evangelical Association arranged a five member committee to visit book dealers and urge discontinuation of Daudet’s Sapho. Dealers expressed willingness to comply if others also stop, while some questioned demand and police court efficacy. The effort aims to curb obscene literature as a moral measure for city youths.
Unanimous city council resolutions condemn what they call unjust discrimination against Atlanta contractors in the federal prison contract. They urge Attorney General Griggs to reconsider awarding the prison job to a St Louis firm and note Atlanta bids were $29 000 lower across seven sections. Resolutions will be sent to Washington with copies to local representatives.
A long council session turned lethargic as the city debated a measure to reduce manhole sizes and reserved authority for electrical control. The issue concerns streets and utilities, while an unrelated ad for Lydia E. Pinkham's remedy is noted among the period details.
Special services are held each afternoon this week at the First Baptist Church from 4 to 5 oclock. The first service drew a large congregation as Pastor Dr W Landrum spoke. The remaining days are expected to attract many attendees.
Commissions were issued yesterday by Assistant Adjutant General Byrd to several militia officers who passed examinations. Major R. Lee Wyly of the Fourth regiment led a list that included Second Lieutenants Ti. J. Wolford of Company M Atlanta, T. Parrott of Newnan Guards Fifth regiment, and F. L. Smith of Atlanta Zouaves. The Fourth regiment, under Colonel W. E. Wooten of Albany, reorganization since February 1, shows progress with only four officers remaining to be examined after yesterday’s proceedings.
County Tax Receiver T M Armistead opened the tax books for 1800. By afternoon 239 citizens had filed their taxes, ahead of 1899. Office hours run 7 am to about 6 pm daily, with close set for June evening. Large taxpayers usually file in June rather than at opening.
Atlanta council discussed free transportation for Confederate veterans attending the Louisville reunion. A plan to charter a streetcar for veterans was proposed, with the finance committee to review. Other items included health regulation talks, education matters, and underground conduit work on North Avenue.
The Phi Delta Theta fraternity held its annual banquet at the Hotel Majestic last night with numerous Atlanta alumni in attendance. Blue and white decorations, carnations, fine music, and speeches filled the evening as toastmaster Pro. Hallman led to toasts honoring the past, Georgia Alpha, Our William Goal, Georgia Beta, Phi Girls, Georgia Gamma, and The Delta Theta's Future. Prominent Atlanta alumni included Morris Brandon, Thomas B Feder, Dr W S Elkin, Judge Tan H Vensble, and Professor Wilson.
The Atlanta Business Men's League, via Secretary T. W. H. Martin, sent letters to each county executive committee member outlining the league's position in favor of paying county officials on a salary basis rather than fees. The league says it has studied the issue and urges public vote on the matter.
John Camp a Stone Cutter and U S Army enlistee from Stone Mountain deserted about two weeks ago and hid in the city. Bicycle Officer Cornett located him after a $3 reward was announced. Camp says he enlisted four months ago, is sick of army life, and longs to return home to his mother in Atlanta. He will be taken to the fort this morning for trial.
W S Schell, long time mail weigher at the depot, died yesterday morning at his Trinity Avenue home after a sudden hemorrhage. He leaves a wife and family. The funeral will be held in Hampton, Georgia, today. Saratoga waters advertised at 23 Alabama Street, Atlanta packaging.
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