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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1913

Page

7

No Apprehension About Nominees

Reports that Edward T. Brown of Atlanta assumed responsibility for an effort to defeat the confirmation of A. J. Mardy of Gainesville, nominated for postmaster by Representative Hell, caused surprise. Georgia lawmakers express no concern over the nominees, while Senators Bacon and Smith coordinate regional patronage and post office appointments.

Joh Corrigan, Jr Washington Edward T. Brown Atlanta Mardy Gainesville Hell Colonel Brown Raleigh Gaines CiUy Georgia Bacon Smith North South Dublin Hughes W.L. Stanley Mr. Bacon Rome Cavnesville North Georgia Smiths Hoghes Lee Bell Elai Ar J. Bowie John Or. Vandiver the Berry Leonard Todd S Priden Cornelius Ter- Rune W. S. Simms Trainysville A. 3 Hardy Senator Smith Post Office Department Claineyville Department Sey Bell and Lee

Enlist International Interest In Coming Woman's Edition

The Atlanta branch of the Woman's Auxiliary of the Typographical Union plans to promote the Woman's Edition of The Constitution published by the Georgia Federation of clubs. Mrs. Jesse Johnson appoints Mrs. T. J. Smith to lead the campaign to enlist chapters nationwide, showcasing Georgia women’s work and organizing efforts. Mrs. Smith, fourth vice president of the International Typographical Union auxiliary, aims to inspire women across regions and will coordinate a literary committee and outreach through local chapters. An expression will be published from Mrs. C. E. McKee, press.

Atlanta Woman's Auxiliary The Typographical Union Georgia Federation of Clubs Jesse Johnson T. J. Smith Smith International Typographical Union Georgia Mats TJ. Smith Woman's Auxiliary International Typographical Union Arrernation Department Georgia Federation

Naval Stores Co to Re Enter Market in Good Shape

Savannah April 11. A committee report on American Naval Stores Co says the firm is in good condition and will reenter the market buying sellable goods. A 750000 dollar loan will be secured by stock in four large corporations and possibly by other holdings of officers. Creditors are asked to subscribe 9 percent of prior loans to provide cash. these loans take priority over unsecured claims and mature in six months with six months extension. Warehouse receipts for resin are to be turned over to realize collateral. audit of the company and subsidiaries in America and Europe is under way. Naval stores men warn quick action is needed to prevent collapse of the local market.

Savannah American Naval Stores Company S P. Shatter J. F. C. Mayers America Europe

Two Men Wounded in Row Over Barber's Wife

In Carroll Street shop, barber R. I. Burnett and carpenter L. L. Brown fought over Burnett's wife. Brown was shot in the chest and taken to Grady hospital in critical condition. Burnett was arrested. Burnett's home is 107 Carrell Street.

R. I. Burnett Carroll Street Burnett L. L. Brown Brown Grady Hospital Carrell Street

Augustus McPhail Wins Gold Medal in Declamation

Augustus C McPhail of the Peacock Fleet school won the gold medal for the best declamation at the Atlanta Interscholastic Defamatory association annual exercises in Taft hall. Honorable mentions went to Forrest Roberts and John P Stewart of Boys High and J Milton Coleman of Peacock First.

Augustus C. McPhail Peacock- Fleet School Atlanta Eugene M. Mitchell Charles Thorn Austin Marist College Orchestra

Auto injures Vaughan West in Atlanta street crash

Vaughan West a 13 year old of 243 North Boulevard was struck by an automobile driven by H Y McCord Jr early Friday morning at Boulevard and Highland avenue. He was taken to Grady hospital in serious condition. The driver went to police headquarters and was charged with reckless driving bond set at 260 dollars. West is son of Thomas B West Atlas Oil Company official. McCord aged driver was driving toward town when the boy stepped in front of the car. He was thrown into the street and rushed to hospital. The case will be heard in police court upon the boy's recovery.

Vaughan West North Boulevard H. Y. McCord Boulevard Highland Avenue Grady Hospital Thomas B. West Atlas Oil Company Young McCord MecCord McCord Juniper Street

Wilson Hopeful About Land Case

President Wilson expressed hope that California's pending legislation prohibiting land ownership by aliens ineligible for citizenship would not offend Japan. He noted treaty nuances, domestic constitutional limits, and Japan's-friendly stance, saying California should frame laws to avoid diplomatic embarrassment while preserving federal authority.

Washington Wilson California Japan United States Ife

Rain and Cooler Weather Forecast Today

Weather bureau predicts rain and a drop in temperature to just below 50 degrees after a spell of warm days. Expect cooler conditions, possible light showers earlier, with dust settling after the cold spell and clear skies to follow. Friday's readings ranged from 59 to 62 degrees amid cloudy skies.

Weather Buureau Satara

Convention Bureau Opens Headquarters in Atlanta

The new Atlanta convention bureau began operations this morning at the 817 Empire Building. Fred Houser, recently elected secretary, has led preparations for attracting large meetings to the city.

Atlanta Convention Bureau Fred Houser Will Empire Building Houser

Georgia bankers deny loan influence on legislature

Benjamin W. Hunt of Eatonton, president of the Georgia Bankers Association, rejects claims that banks press lawmakers for loans to influence reform legislation. He says the remark by Orville A. Park was said jokingly and urges passage of bank reform for the safety of depositors and the public with support from lawmakers and citizens.

Georgia Benjamin W. Hunt Eatonton Georgia Bankers’ Association Hunt Orville A. Park Macon Atlanta Banks of

Firemen's Funds Grow Through Charity Benefit

Substantial additions to the Dougherty and Gillespie funds come from a theater benefit organized by Mrs. Springer. Mrs. Dougherty received 56.50 dollars while Gillespie’s children got 20 dollars. Mrs. Springer asks for unsold tickets to be returned and is noted for broad charitable work, including prisoner welfare.

Dougherty Gillespie Springer Atlanta

Miss Emerson Suffers Appendicitis Attack

London April 1 Miss Zelle Emerson American suffragette suffers serious appendicitis attack Doctor Mangell Moullin says inflammation has developed into appendicitis and operation needed but impossible due to weakened condition Nervous symptoms improved today A Commons member may seek Home Secretary Reginald McKenna next week on deportation of Emerson and other foreign militant suffragettes. London April 11 militants set fire to the grandstand at Tunbridge Wells cricket grounds leaving a photo of Mrs Pankhurst An alleged attempt to destroy dirigible sheds and army air corps aeroplane parks reported at Warnborough, fire put out with no damage.

London Zelle Emerson Mangell-Moullin House of Commons Reginald McKenna Home Secretary Miss Emerson McKenna Tunbridge Mill

Senator Bacon Must Qualify At Election

The Georgia legislature will call an election for United States senator so Senator A. O. Bacon can qualify under a constitutional amendment. W. J. Harris, chairman of the state Democratic committee, says the election is largely formal since Bacon is unopposed. The change follows a national amendment notice. the election must be held by the people promptly.

United States A. O. Bacon W. 3. Harris Georgia Democratic Executive Committee Bacon National Congress

Public Asked to Aid Home Society's Work

The Georgia Children's Home Society issued an appeal for public help to support its yearlong work. Seventy homeless babies will receive protection and care at an average cost of 50 dollars per child. Committees named by Captain James W. English include Executive Albert Howell Jr., David Marx, Morris Brandon, H C Worthen, Hughes Spalding. Finance George R. Donovan, W D Beatle, W H Kriegshaber, J Hops Brown, W J Harris. Publicity Paul Reese, Ben Lee Crew, Fred Houser, Albert Adams, Charlton G. Ogburn.

Georgia Children's Home Society James W. English Eevecutive Albert Howell, Jr David Marx Morris Brandon H. C. Worthen Hughes Spalding George R. Donovan W. D. Beatle W. H. Kriegshaber J. Hops Brown W. J. Harris Publcity Paul Reese Ben Lee Crew Fred Houser Albert Adams Charlton G. Ogburn

Steamship France Brings Morgan Body to New York Harbor

The steamship France with J Pierpont Morgan's body and his accompanying relatives arrived at quarantine near New York harbor before 2 PM. The report also notes a Knights of Pythias convention in Fitzgerald Georgia with about two hundred knights in attendance and several high officials present. The text mentions a conferral of the third rank and a smoker event following work sessions.

New York France Havre J. Pierpont Morgan Rome New York Harbor K. P Fitzgerald Fitzgerald, Ga Knights of Pythias of Pythiana Thomas J. Carling Macon J. W. Austin Atlanta Fp.” Hughes Cordele

Pope Pius Receives Pilgrims and Bestows Blessing

In Rome on April 21 Pope Pius, despite doctors orders, received three bishops and granted them the papal blessing. He then fell into a deep sleep after physicians’ customary rounds. The pontiff’s sisters say his recovery is advancing and hopes to see pilgrims soon, though doctors urge restraint.

Rome Pius Marchiafava Amici Riese Vatican

Smith Bill May Get Early Consideration

Washington April 11 The Chicago committee pushing for a federal bureau of markets aims to press bills pending in Congress to create a new division in the Agricultural Department. Senator Hoke Smith reintroduced the bill which twice passed the Senate but was dropped last session from the agricultural appropriation bill. The measure seeks a permanent division to gather market news and promote cooperative and commercial marketing methods. A prior congress funded 59000 for the purpose.

Washington Chicago Wilson Federal Bureau of Markets Con G Agricultural Department Hoke Smith Senate Smith

Florida Blue Sky Law Aimed at Fraudulent Land Deals

Tallahassee Fla April 12 Representative W E Russell of Putas county will introduce a blue sky law in the legislature this week. It mirrors Kansas law to bar fraudulent land and investment schemes and to require Florida land and securities firms to comply before doing business. The measure targets several companies currently selling Everglades lands on installment plans.

Tallahassee Fla W. E. Russell Putas County Kansas Florida Everglades

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