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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1923
Page
20
Despite financial stringency from the state debt, officials in Georgia report a record high share of revenue collected. The comptroller's department notes an unusually large portion of taxes being gathered this year as authorities push for crisp collections amid budget strains.
A garbled early 20th century ad touts Amalgam Pinerald as a cure for swollen veins and enlarged glands with claims of rapid, money back results. It promises relief from goiters warts and enlarged glands, sold by chemists and used in hospitals, urging readers to seek this “unfailing first aid” from their druggist.
Whitfield and Schley counties report almost complete 1922 state tax returns with near total collections. Total sums show receipts substantially higher than expected, as officials anticipate larger collections by April 20 final filing deadline. Expert observers push for excess school funds from state revenues and discuss legislative basis for sharing excess with public schools.
Federal Judge Samuel H. Sibley ordered the Bank of Lawrenceville First National Bank and Brand Bank in Lawrenceville to produce books and accounts of Sheriff J B Garner Deputy Sheriff Howard S Garner and Deputy Sheriff J M Bernard for a January 1 years to March 26 in aid of investigating income tax returns filed by the three Gwinnett County officials. The three officials face indictment for conspiracy to violate federal prohibition laws and the banks were directed to appear in the northern district of Georgia upon subpoena.
Postal records show receipts near $20,000 in Atlanta on Easter, the highest for any venue in the office’s history. Postmaster FE EK Large Soceipis attributed the surge to stamp sales money orders and related services, while other lines of business lagged behind.
Henry Ford toured Albany and Valdosta with a loose schedule and friendly reception, declining presidential talk while noting a desire for Muscle Shoals to aid farmers. Florence civic groups urged him to visit Muscle Shoals, promising a large demonstration if feasible.
Detectives jailed several Black suspects tied to burglaries at Wilams Flint Lumber at 240 Edlintt Street, N Hirsch Co at Marietta Street, and a Simpson Street grocer. Some alleged full confessions implicate others. stolen items recovered. Held: Pearl Gelly, Linsey Glenton, George Monroe of 80 Magnolia Street, Jesse Gallian of 104 Foundry Street, Emma Gaines of 29 Mechanic Street. Det. Tanny Evang and Det. R E Whatley, under Capt. TL Sturdivant, led the action.
Alderman J J Carpenter will propose a resolution to force immediate return of the market site to the city. The plan, backed by Colonel William Lawcon Peel led private citizens, would amend the original contract to allow other uses if the project fails. Carpenter denounces the move as outrageous and warns the city may use the land for a police station or sell it for waterworks and paving funds. The market company insists on amending the contract, threatening bond implications if the city takes over. The property lies between Pagewood avenue Bell Butler and Booz streets, formerly bought for 6000.
Barnard Boykin announces a new insurance firm at Poplar Street named Barnard Boykin and company with partners John St Ehar gerty Horace Holleman and H I McCall. Boykin will direct operations handling all lines including casualty fire and auto, representing only old line stock companies.
Augnata Ga April 1 S M Watson former state senator and ex president of First National Bank Colquitt pleaded guilty on banking law indictments in U S district court. He was sentenced to three years in prison. Watson had been accused of embezzling about 120 000 to 125 000 from the Colquitt bank and had surrendered funds to cover the shortage with his wife’s property adding to the loss.
Milltown Ga April 5 Special two women's missionary societies were organized recently by Mrs J F Snell one at Naylor and one at Concord church in eastern Lanier county. At Naylor Mrs M Thaggell elected president and at Concord Miss Irma Williams was elected president with monthly meetings planned. Naylor’s meeting day is Wednesday after the second Sunday. Concord’s meeting day is Saturday afternoon before the fourth Sunday.
Anniston April 5 Special A verdict of murder in the second degree and a sentence of 1 years penal servitude was given against Truman Erwin of Maxwell for killing Ledford PB Whey at his place of business during January. Erwin's attorney filed notice of appeal. Also reported deaths include J B Boswell and William A Darden with detailed funeral arrangements. A circuit court jury found Henry Walls guilty of killing Louisa Edwards last summer, fixing his punishment at years in prison.
A.D. Barron of West Peachtree Place is hospitalized at Grady after an alleged insult by James A. Osborn, a minor, led to a disorderly conduct arrest. Osborn says he was walking with his sister on Forsyth Street when Barron insulted him, prompting a fight.
George A. Harris, president of Exposition Cotton Mills, spoke at the Kimball House forum dinner of the American Institute of Hawking, outlining why the South leads textile growth. He cited labor, freight rates, proximity to raw cotton, and a new hazurdifying process as key factors. He also referenced Kenneth Moiler’s report, noting better climate, cheaper raw materials, and favorable regulation as South advantages. A future Georgia tax discussion was announced, with potential remarks by Governor Walker or ex-Governor Shiton.
Joseph Cranman known in Savannah was placed under a 4000 bond on four counts of check raising. Each check originally 1060 dollars was increased to 39 dollars for two and 40 dollars for the other two. Cranman, a collector for the Bero company, denies involvement. Checks passed in connection with his collections from soft drink stands.
The Georgia Association hosts a conference in the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce assembly room starting at 10 this morning. Agricultural, livestock, and poultry specialists from across Georgia attend to outline the hog and hen campaign for April and May, with leaders from state colleges, the bureau of markets, extension forces, and several manufacturers present. The event follows strong chamber backing and reflects improved financial support for farm program work, as Senate connections aid subscriptions. federal compensation payments to ex-berries are noted.
Mise Ellenor Mac Taylor 16, of North Avenue area, dies after illness. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs HL Daslor, sister Mina Elizabeth, grandparents Mr and Mrs J B Taylor and Mr and Mrs Henry Myeral, a Presbyterian Sunday school member and top Girls High School senior. Funeral at Harr y Povle chapel Friday at 3 o'clock.
Atlanta detectives and Fulton County police learned of a gang linked to white women, two white men and several Negro suspects. They reported a quintet of thieves approaching J. J. Dickson on 48 Than Street and attempting to steal his car using an electric switch, then fleeing at high speed after two cars interfered. Postmaster A. F. Griffin witnessed the incident from his West Draneh home as the car started away.
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