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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1908
Page
2
A newspaper ad lists men’s hosiery including 26c to 50c lisle and cotton socks with double heel toe and split sole. It promotes embroidered fancy socks, color range for Easter, and men’s Scriven drawers with two elastic seams at 75c. Spring neckwear shown in popular patterns priced 25c and 50c.
In Wayaville the Chamberlin Johnson DuBose Company faces interest as tensions rise along the county line near Aponehian territory. An April date is noted with mention of a $300 value and registered mail, while local authorities prepare for hearings between adjacent watersheds and party lines.
Mansfield Georgia editor Flemister died Wednesday after a long tuberculosis illness. He moved last fall and edited The Mansfield Leader We was 23 years old and had been with The Franklin News and Banner, later The Mansfield Leader. He had many friends across the state. Petersburg April 3 reports debate on Amur Railway extension from Monday, with party lines ignored.
The Augusta case involving tax collection on 10 000 Western of Alabama shares held by the Central of Georgia railroad triggered fee arrangements. Hoykin Wright of Augusta is said to receive about 20 percent of $254 000 collected, with figures ranging above $40 000. Governor Smith and Attorney General Wright face fees for their roles, while Terrell and Berner contributed earlier. The dispute centers on who earns what for litigation in multiple courts and under what terms, including out-of-state appearances and potential 1 000 to 1 500 plus contingency elements.
A token of appreciation honors Draughons College for patronage that has yielded eighty five thousand nine hundred four total earnings over four years. The Fort Gallon area reports a 40-gallon alert found near Carter’s tile, with beer recovered and destroyed. no arrests. High winds in Cartersville kept peaches safe, as cold temperatures limited damage.
Jackson, a popular Jones County figure, was renominated in the primary on the first Wednesday to serve another two years. Born in Round Oak, Jones County, Georgia on August 30, 1874, he graduated from Mercer's law and library departments in 1902 and began practicing law locally.
The Chelsey church rector Reverend Robertson delivered the noon Lenten address to Young Men's Christian Association attendees. He urged putting on the Lord Jesus Christ and offered practical insights on spiritual guidance through Christ, citing Mary Magdalene and cautions about relying on law and self-righteousness. Dean Pixe of St Philly's will lead the next service at noon.
Professor J. Spier, Confederate veteran and respected accountant trainer, died at his Houston Street residence after eight years of poor health. Born 1844 in Pike County, he served in the First Georgia Cavalry and later taught bookkeepers to aid the city’s business community. Survived by wife and son Wilston Kendall Spier, funeral and burial set for Fairburn, Georgia.
In Maysville and Anderson districts Grove Level Maple and Alphaory Leses will join to form Grove Level and separate Poplar Aprinus district is expanding. Poplar Academy subscriptions rose and $2400 was donated for two new school buildings. Contracts awarded to Alonzo Thompson and Arch McCoy of Hamer. buildings to be completed by May 4.
In Savannah a heated contest erupts as itinerant Hebrew sellers and local merchants dispute license taxes. Merchants push prohibitive fees while newcomers and resident merchants seek equal license rights. Tensions rise with potential injunctions as both sides plan legal action and bond measures.
A mass meeting called by the Anti-Baloon League was set for Sunday at the Grand to spur stricter enforcement of the new prohibition law. Lead Wright may deliver the keynote address in Atlanta. the league aims to support enforcement and political action while avoiding candidate favoritism. A detective will assist police in enforcing the ban and apprehending violators as lawmakers debate possible amendments at the next session.
The rubber ball price hike shocks youth and local teams. Captains of the Boulin Side Sluggers Whitewall Woa tera Peachtree iiuer and Suniper Street Jumper face $12 to $160 price jumps, raising concerns of seven-on-seven play and higher travel costs. Indignation meetings form as buyers dread increased costs and scarce supplies.
Paul Morton president of the Equitably Life Assurance Society visits Seattle and is reported in slightly improved condition with no danger to health.
Mrs Rucker left ninety thousand dollars to her two living sisters Saul and the children of her deceased brothers with eight thousand to the Presbyterian hospital. Attorney Herbert A Sua Med with Ordinary John Wilkinson filed to probate the will in solemn form. The document names several beneficiaries and seems a highly notable paper for observers.
An Atlanta teen, alias Black Billy, described as a notorious crook and safe blower, was convicted this afternoon in Machsville for a bank assault at Davie In Od. Lang, recently released from Atlanta federal prison, led the gang’s extensive operations across the state. The case ties to a prior teleparsing and a year-old conviction. details show a continuing pattern of crime.
In Atlanta the city awaits Tag Day set for April 8 and April 15 as debutantes reportedly share the secret of the event. Rumors swirl about ties to a political race for a Denver national convention delegate from the fifth district, with Montgomery Alan and Judge JC Wood as the main contenders.
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