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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1915
Page
9
The Columbian Woodmen seek tax exemption arguing they are governed by an act approved by the governor. City Attorney Mawson supports the tax assessor in saying the order is not exempt. The group reduced its tax returns from 575000 in 1914 to 3400 in 1915 and plans to take the matter to court to test constitutionality.
The Panama expositions in California are open with far better features than prior fairs. Rock Island Rines offer a round trip to Atlanta for 37.90 until November 31, showcasing the Golden West wonders. Accessible tours include Colorado Rockies and Pacific Coast scenery, with Silver State Limited and Colorado Flyer trains, plus modern rail service and travel bureau assistance.
Local records show J G St Armand secretary of the order states the 1914 act exempts the institution as a charitable benevolent body. Only real estate and office equipment remain taxable according to the interpretation.
Hazlehurst Ga April specials Tidy and Mrs James B Grant have bought from Dodson Printers a printing outfit and will establish a second paper on May 2 to be named The Hazelhurst Enterprise The outfit costs about 000 and is modern Mrs Grant will manage while Judge Grant edits The Gr ant was formerly editor of The Clarkson s Record now merged with The Clarkville Advertiser and Mrs Grant with her father John A Reynolds was in charge at The Grayton Tribune for years Their experience suggests an excellent weekly paper.
Dublin April Special Tay damage suit filed alleging Georgia Grocers Co and Holcomb Jr owner of Union Grocery Co and ex employee Strong seek 340,007 damages after both plaintiffs were indicted for attempting to burn the Georgia Grocers Co. Strong faced a prior all but verdict of not guilty as prosecutors mounted evidence.
A Houston grand jury returned fifteen true bills on felonies from the criminal calendar. Ray Anthorne was named for a killing near Bird Houser to Fort Valles Hast November, with other indictments including murder charges. The court schedules and proposed reforms for county control were discussed, including potential removal of authority from the county commission and a shift to a hired engineer for boot measures.
A man named Oren D Gray of Waseross and machinist by trade was found shot dead beside Georgia Southern and Florida railway tracks near Arabi, 12 miles south of Cordele. Initial clues suggest murder aboard a passenger train or a blow to the head, with the body later dumped. Investigators from Ware County proceed with the case, while Gray’s family and local survivors are noted in the report.
A bulging, fragmentary note describes a campaign for a new building at A and M College. Mentions fundraising, appeals to donors, a planned formal event, and anticipated approvals, with scattered references to campus groups and authorities.
Dublin plans city ice plant and abattoir with bonds to raise about 6600 to cover construction and operating costs. Proposals call for a cold storage and ice plant, with additional funds for improvements and moving structures, while county farmers would benefit from nearby access and municipal service.
Pastor to Celebrate 33d Anniversary At Friendship Church. The Friendship Baptist Church, near the Torregt Fair Road, with about 4000 members, marks the pastor’s long tenure and his support for prohibition era values. He plans to discuss his pastorate and church work next Sunday during services.
In Macon Georgia a fisherman found the body of A H Smith, owner of the livery and stable, who disappeared after a ferry accident. Ed Arnett and Hittiman located the body during a water search begun after the tragedy. Arnett received $250 reward from the Smith family.
Cordelo Georgia April report says deputy and Sheriff John Ward tracked and captured a Black escapee who fled Crisp County jail after a chaotic morning incident in which Lon Hollis wrestled a public safety weapon and Ward senior helped subdue the fugitive. pursuit continued into the afternoon.
A jailbreak story describes a lively automobile pursuit after Holi escaped with three others at large and chained with offenses. The sheriff reports the incident began when Holi grabbed someone as the jail door opened and urged others to assist, while Mrs Ward confronted the scene with a revolver aiming to stop the officer.
In Augusta area on a night in April Cox Arthur Gresham and Fulcher of Waynesboro collided with a one horse wagon. Cox sustained a cut over the eye and facial gashes from a broken windshield. Gresham suffered a scal y wound, chin scab, and a sprained ankle. Fulcher escaped injury as driver. Both vehicles badly damaged.
The elegant residence of Mr. George C. Roberts on Kennesaw Avenue in Marietta was burned to ruin. The blaze was discovered while flames roared through the structure. Insurance covered the building but not the furniture, most of which was lost.
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