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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1914

Page

3

Cancer and cooking methods dominate Mayo remarks at AMA meet

At the New York AMA opening Dr. William J. Mayo links stomach cancer prevalence to cooking and meat consumption, noting one third of cancer cases in civilized people occur in the stomach. He cites betel nut irritation in India and cancer types among chimney sweeps and sailors, as others discuss appendectomy ethics and surgical philosophy ahead of the International Congress of Surgeons. Fifty foreign delegates arrive for the preliminaries.

New York William J. Mayo American Surgery Association Mayo Rochester India James BE. Moore Minneapolis A. G Gerster George W. Crile Cleveland Ohio Gerster International Congress of Surgeons Mondigy United States

Women blamed for drift to the land at southern education conf

At the Conference for Education in the South in Louisville Mrs Mabel C Williams of Shelby County Tennessee told the general session that the drift to the country and the slogan back to the land are aimed at women. She urged modernizing farm wives lives with time saving devices and more outside amusements to stop unrest in agricultural communities. Mrs B B Munford of Richmond presided as rural credit discussions continued.

Louisville Mabel c. Williams Shelby County Tennessee Lfe Misa Witams Wiliams King Farm Bb, Munford Richmond V‘a Seeton

Gasoline Costs Rise as Alcohol Fuel Debate Opens

Cincinnati delegates at the American Chemical Society convention heard Professor Benjamin T. Brooks forecast gasoline near forty cents a gallon and alcohol as a competing fuel. He cited U S production at twenty five million barrels versus demand by cars and cleaners, noting replacing this with 98 percent corn alcohol would need 000,000 bushels. A separate paper by Dr Edward Gudeman on inhaling sulphurous acid fumes in early TB treatment sparked discussion as the convention concluded tonight.

Cincinnati Ohio American Chemical Society Benjamin T. Brooks Bureau of Mines Washington, D.C Brooka America Vattous Industries Edward Gudeman Chicago Gudeman Tomight

Times Dispatch Sold in Richmond Move to Bryan Interests

The Times Dispatch Publishing Company filed articles with the state corporation commission this afternoon announcing sale to Bryan interests. Jules Breuchard of New York named president while James C. Winston and Thomas S. Winston of Richmond serve as vice president and secretary treasurer respectively. Capital stock listed at 100,500 with option to increase to 690,000.

Richmond Times Dispatch, Publishing Company Bryan State Corporation Commission Jules Breuchard New York James C. Winston Thomas S. Winston Areck

Y W C A Worker to wed in Atlanta from New Orleans

Miss Helen Tracy, seventh month as YWCA secretary, leaves Atlanta after marrying Chester T. Stone. She arrived from California, led Atlanta YWCA to prominence, and will resign May 1 to make Monroe, Louisiana home. Tracy, a Leland Stanford graduate, anticipates married life.

New Orleans Helen Tracy Young Women's Christian Association Atlanta Chester T. Stone Tracy California Miss Tracy Monroe la Nnte

Organize Chapter of Red Cross Here in Atlanta

The Atlanta chapter of the American Red Cross was organized at the Piedmont hotel under Charles Jenkinson. Officers elected: Hugh M. Willett chairman Mrs. Dr Fred Hodgson first vice chairman Mrs. Dr Stephen Barnett second vice chairman Dr W Reagan secretary and H W Davis treasurer. The executive committee includes Mrs A S Tupman Brw Samuel Lampkin Rev Pighara Flynn Joseph C Bogan Reagan R J Guino Hugh Reichlner and Victor Kriegshaber. Jenkinson spoke on Red Cross work worldwide. The executive committee will meet Saturday at 3 pm at the Piedmont hotel to plan active work for the chapter.

Atlanta The American National Red Cross Piedmont Hotel Charles Jenkinson Hugh M. Willett Fred Hodgson Stephen Barnett W . Reagan H.W. Davis A. S.tupman Brw Samuel Lampkin Pighara O- Flynn Joseph C. Bogan Reagan R. J. Guino Hugh Rechlner Victor Kriexshaber Jenkinson Red Cross Piedmont

Irish Girl Declared Divine by Followers in Mount Airy

Followers from north Georgia gather at a large tent near the Baptist church in Mount Airy to worship a flaxen haired Irish girl they deem superhuman. They hold three daily services, condemn tobacco, and practice fasting while attempting to separate families and dedicate lives to the new belief as prophecy of end times envelops the community.

Mount Airy North Georgia

Sudden Death Comes to Langhorne Beauty

New York April 9 Mrs T Moncure Perkins famed Langhorne beauty died suddenly at her sister Mrs Charles Dana Gibson’s home in New York City apoplexy struck tonight and she died three hours later. She was 47 and survived by three children. Her husband died two weeks ago in Richmond. The body will be taken to Richmond tomorrow.

New York T. Moncure Perkins Charles Dana Gibson Perkins Richmond Virginia Paul Phipps D. Langhorne Perkins May Alice Nannie Langhorna Shaw Waldorf Astor

Bunting and Flags Decorate City Hall for Shriner Week

Atlanta city hall will be festooned with bunting and flags for Shriner Week. A plan to expand the decorations was scaled back after the finance committee could not approve $1,200 and only $200 was appropriated following a council meeting.

Atlanta Aldermanic Board W. G. Humphrey

Forsyth Promises Big Entertainment With Persian Garden Cast

The Forsyth theater presents A Persian Garden next week with Louis Simon leading a 14 member cast in a musical comedy. Lilian Beardman Fred Lyon and Jimmy Barrywall also star alongside Stuart Barnes. Four remaining performances are near capacity, with Verigraph viewers offering a lorgnettes illusion.

Sean Nest St the Forsyth Ie Louis Simon Lilian Beardman Fred Lyon Sod Ira Jimmy Barrywall

Driven From Home at Marsolin Street Theater

The cordial reception given Monday 2c the understates echo of successive performances at Marsolin Street Theater. Audiences patronize the popular venue and applaud the clever work. Cast members Eddie Black Edwin Vail Walter van Dyke R O H Turner Marie Claire Allen De Lane Annie Brandt have made friends during the week and the play may be a success of the Eddie Black engagement in Santa.

Marsolin Street Eddie Black Edwin Vail Walter van Dyke R. O H. Turner Marie Claire Allen de- Lane Annie Brandt Manny Bog Santa

Mayo Campaign Praise Marks Sheriff Hopeful Rally

Captain W. M. Mayo, with seventeen years in the police department, received strong praise at an overflowing gathering at 197 Bellwood avenue as he outlined his platform. Speakers included George Garner and Roy Dorsey who urged Mayo’s candidacy while alleging issues in Fulton County Jail.

W. M. Mayo Bellwood Avenue Mayo Police Department George Garner Board of Police Commissioners Garner Roy Dorses J. W. Whittaker Irvin McGhen G. H. Cornwell Board of Commissioners Dorsey Fulton County Sher Sheriff Mangum Msan- Bum

Mortuary notices and obituaries in Atlanta area

A string of death notices and funeral details from Atlanta and nearby areas reports Mrs. A. Owings dies at 54, survived by four children and several siblings. funeral at 3 PM April 9 at her daughter’s home. The Stakely and Tinsley families share notices, with small children and other relatives named. Arthur L Reese funeral held in Rome after residing in Birmingham. Keep to neutral facts and times.

A. Owings J. B. Roseberry East Georgia Avenue J. R. Roseberry Rs. Deal Few Columbus Howard Arthur Owings J. D. Fagan Cobb County Charles Benner Macon J. L. Lottis M.C. Oshealy W. C. Horton

O Brien Child Dies After Stroke at Home

E S O Brien aged 3 years died last night at 11 from dialysis at his home 23 Whiteford avenue he is survived by three sons J W and HG OBrien and three daughters Mrs J Hubert and Misses CG DL and G OBrien funeral arrangements to be announced Mrs Thaddeus Duvall Coosa Rome Ga April 2 Special Mrs Thaddeus Buvell one of Floyd counties oldest women died yesterday at 88 at her Coosa Ga home funeral held this morning

Moward Stakely South Carolina Atlanta A. C. Hempery College Park Jo. Stakely Mig Sallie Stakely W T and H. C Stakely Edwin N. Tinsley F. C. Tinsley Besttie Avenue F.C O'Brien Whiteford Avenue J. W HG. O'Brien J. Hubert CG DL G. O'Brien Thaddeus Duvall Coosa Rome Thaddeus Buvell Floyd County Coos

Funeral for infant son of Mr and Mrs McBride

The funeral of B. 5. McBride Jr the infant son of Mr and Mrs B S McBride was held Thursday morning at the chapel of A. 0. and Roy Donehoo. Interment was in Centerhill Cemetery.

B. 5. McBride, Jr B.'S McBride A. 0 Roy Donehoo Centerhill Cemetery

Flag to be returned to Ohio regiment

Confederate veterans in Sehon Alabama plan May reunion exercises to return the battle flag of the Seventy sixth Ohio Regiment. The flag, captured by General Hardee's corps, was pledged by Hardee’s daughters living in France and will be accepted by the Governors of Ohio.

Sehon Ala Jacksonville

Sarcastic Telegram for President Wilson from Norfolk Official

Norfolk, April 3 1919. B Gray Tunstall Norfolk treasurer sent a sarcastic telegram to President Wilson asking if the Virginia governor could use the militia to halt a race in Norfolk County and requesting the Atlantic squadron bombardment be warned before it begins. The message ends with a note of democracy.

Norfolk Gray Elty Wilson Washington, D.C Virginia Norfolk County Fort Monroe B. Gray Tunstall

Lovett Resigns as Director of Baltimore and Ohio

New York April reports Lovett chairman of Union Pacific has resigned as director of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad. W Averill Harriman, son of the late E H Harriman, elected to succeed him. Associates of Judge Lovett, returning from the Orient, say retirement due in part to his Erie railroad interests.

New York Roberts

Contest offers free awards for Georgia readers

Prize plan invites any Georgia territory resident to compete for votes cast during a limited contest period. No cost to nominate or participate, with free voting coupons and substantial prizes for top vote-getters including touring cars and pianos. Subscriptions yield cash prizes for those not winning top awards.

Georgia Prines Psesenger Ludden & Bates Apf Gant Sun Jars

Peach crop fate hangs in balance in Americus area

Growers fear the cold will hurt 300000 peach trees in a five mile radius of Americus. Trees were unprotected as a sudden cold wave hit, with 40 degrees F feeling briefly milder due to a brisk wind. Tonight's deeper chill threatens both orchards and cotton fields, with potential widespread damage.

Americus

Steamer Crowell Sinks Bark Orellan Killing Three

Newport News reports the Norwegian bark Orellan was rammed and sunk off Barnegat New Jersey last night. The American steamer Peter H Crowell rescued eleven survivors including the wife of the first mate. the captain of the Orellan died aboard. Two sailors perished with the bark. Captain Johannsen died later, possibly from heart failure after the wreck.

Newport News Barnegat N. J Peter H. Crowell Boston Crowell Wall Consul Richardson Vail Ark Johannsen Johansen Growell Vali

Atlanta Auction Promises New Sale Of Valued Subdivision Lots

Forty lots in Farrinet grossed 61 in an auction held by Foster & Robson with J W Ferguson & Son as auctioneers. The sale attracted a small crowd due to Gad weather. Management announced another sale soon to auction remaining thirty valuable lots fronting on Bill Street.

Farrinet Foster & Robson Farrington HI Streets J. W. Ferguson & Son

William M. McKenzie Funeral in West View

The funeral of William M. McKenzie of Atlinton, who died after a long illness, was held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at his Brookwood residence. Ret. H. M. DuBose conducted the service and interment followed in West View Cemetery.

William M. McKenzie Atlinton Brookwood H. M. DuBose West View Cemetery

Bond Election for Grady Hospital Up For Vote in Atlanta

Notice to Atlanta voters announces a bond issue of 8750,000 to fund rebuilding and extensions to Grady Hospital with modern fixtures and land purchases. Voters will vote in May 1914 with a two thirds majority required, tax levies to pay interest and principal through 1943. Registration books open at 44 East Hunter Street.

Grady Hospital Georgia Fulton Atlanta Govarsh Gounall Maid City Almiléa Honda United States of America Fulton County Tate General Courdell Atlant Enid Whewlaa I. G. Woodward Walter G Tatlol City of

Bankruptcy Sale of Southern Combing Gin Plant and Town Lots

RD will be sold as House, Gaay and Ist4, the plant of the Southern Combing Gin Company, three reinforced concrete buildings, two stories, complete gin manufacturing outfit, ginnery equipped plant, ready for operation. Also 38 town lots adjoining plant in Ross ile, Ga, 4 miles from Chattanooga, Tennessee. Fina opportunity for investment. All property in excellent condition. Address communications to T. Mcacl and, Trustee, Seville.

Southwern Combing Gin Company Rossile Chattanooga Tenn Truateonseville

Bids Wanted for Government Garnbage Covering 1944 DC

Bids will be received in Room 603 District Building Washington for furnishing the District government with granite garble during the local year 1944 May 1 deadline. Specifications obtainable from the purchasing officer D G Room 310 District building. Commissioners Oliver E Newman Broderick Siddons Chester Bording.

District of Columbia Washington District Hidgelock P.m Anatarea

Lost and Found Ad Advertises Found Articles and Law

Georgia decisions note that a finder with means to identify the rightful owner may be liable for larceny if keeping found goods for personal use. A finder is legally obliged to return property to the rightful owner and may be reimbursed for caring for it.

Georgia

Railroad Schedules for Louisville and Nashville Lines

Schedule fragment shows routes from Louisville and Nashville rail lines with departures and arrivals to Chicago, Cincinnati, Knoxville, and auxiliary Blue Bridge and Cartersville connections. Times include 1:36 am for Knoxville via Blue Ridge, 7:12 am for Knoxville via Cartersville, 5:10 pm and 5:05 am accommodations, plus several unnamed through services.

Louisville and Nashville Railroad Chicago Northwest Cincinnati Louisville Knoxville Knoxvilla Cartersville Blue Bridge Peaboard Air Line Railway New York Norfolk Monroe Leabbe's Mempuis Norrell Er York Memphis Abbe Norra City Ticket Office Peschtres Rt. Western and Atlantic Railroad Nashville Nashyville Rome

PHRENOLOGIST READINGS AND FLY SCREENS FEATURED ADS

A cluttered column shows Mme Boswhid offering palmistry and future life readings at 32 Auburn Ave with a one week special. Separate ads promote Price and Thomas fly screens, Mrs Stewart maternity wear, and various crafts, services, and real estate sales postings. Includes health and beauty ads, barber training, and solicitation for sales agents and tradespeople.

Mme. Boswhid England Ely Price & Thomas Price & Thoma Pryor Ivy Wothers Stewart Gus Woodlawn Mempiba Tenn Matheniti Morris & Thoma BEM Co Auanta F. Box Atlanta THE Allie Gallaber Price & Thoms G. N. Pryor L. Haslett Capitolavu China Whitehall Strant

Help Wanted and Miscellany Listings in Atlanta

Help wanted notices and assorted advertisements printed in the Atlanta area list male and female employment, sales, and service opportunities. Entries mention agents required no experience, pay ranges from weekly to monthly, and positions in upholstering, clerical work, millinery, and domestic service, with locations around Atlanta and nearby streets.

Drewamaking Cemetery Lota Deak OfScenoh Help Wanted Ray Help Momey Munley Wincella Georgia Adamta Jeare Ansley Hotel City James Doralit & Sons Co Haverford Ave Philadelphia Portrats al Wee Georgia Art Supply Company Whitehall Street Atlanta Jnatron Sipervisora Tle Lane Carnegie Nure Minn Bell Eli Ivy Exchange Auburn Avenue Atlania Mies Sparkwan Whitehall Whithhill ST Nurs Perean Peachtrea Street Cali

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