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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1911
Page
8
An old writer links pyramid preservation to superstition and the unseeing eye of the god of architecture. Modern builders, says the piece, are not swayed by superstition. E G Willingham's Sons claim their doors improve with business growth and show a square deal policy.
Rapid progress is reported on Habersham road linking Peachtree Rough Battle Avenue with Paces Ferry road. The project, about two miles long, will be private funded then turned over to the county as a paved, graded, curb street. Construction by contractor Donaldson aims for early completion near The Lodge. The tract offers forested home sites, with water, sewers, and trolley access about twenty minutes from the city center.
A fragmentary historical note describes the legend of Phalaris and the bull of bronze used as a torture device. It hints at the inventor Ferres and suggests a later revival or reinterpretation of the tale, linking myth to enduring public fear and curiosity.
The McClelland ordinance prompts a dispute over whisky receipts as railroad and express firms await official notice and police blanks. Attorneys argue interstate commerce law may bar sharing shipment data, risking no reports and potential court rulings on the ordinance’s conflict with federal law.
Samuel Gompers is quoted praising Atlanta for hosting conventions and hotel readiness. The piece notes local planning, a suggested improvement, and a commemorative effort by the American Federation of Labor. Bruce, a Constitution Chapel member, lies ill with typhoid fever. John K Frizell of Savannah dies, a loss to Georgia’s labor movement. Jesse W. Armistead is named a delegate to the Rome convention and will lead a lodge team in degree work. The report closes with a valentine gift of flowers to supporters.
A grand stained glass window dedicated at St Luke's in Atlanta memorializes Mary Bockover Toy. The 10 by 24 foot window, designed by a Munich firm, depicts the Crucifixion and Good Friday with figures and inscriptions honoring Toy and family members. Bishop Nelson led the service with Rev Wilmer assisting, in a ceremony marked by solemn singing and formal tributes.
Senator Robert L Owen leads the push for direct senatorial elections by popular vote. The piece argues for reform, cites Republican discontent with special interests, and predicts swift action by Congress and unified House support. It promotes accountability, reduces legislative corruption, and favors selecting the best men acceptable to a majority of each state's voters.
The Archbishop of St Louis was fooled by an Irish laborer who placed wood blocks at a bank crossing. The boastful prelate challenged the man, who replied with humor. The archbishop then visited a hat shop and bought the finest hat for the Irish worker as a response.
The Catholic Standard and Times quotes a citizen challenging a politician on honesty as a virtue. The exchange centers on whether money and material wealth justify compromising integrity in public life.
Georgia travelers can uses low round trip rates from Atlanta to multiple destinations. Tickets go on sale in April and May for events including education in the south, Jacksonville conventions, Georgia Baptist special trains with Pullman service, Little Rock reunion, and a music festival. Details list dates, prices, and agents Jomes Freeman and L Meer in Atlanta for information.
A financial advertisement targets savings bank depositors, urging them to invest surplus funds in six Florida real estate parcels near Jacksonville Tampa and Sanford. It promises low total price of 700 dollars with 10 dollar monthly payments, claims high profits even before full payment, and cites prior investor successes while inviting readers to investigate at 823 Gorsyth Building.
Chicago April 15 Dr B Couret of New Orleans told the national convention of the American Association of Pathologists and Bacteriologists that fish and oysters may spread leprosy. He cited Norway Sweden and populations in Italy and Greece as affected.
The article notes a historic flower trade route from Nice to Paris London Berlin and St Petersburg with 1909 production totaling 7 550 tons valued at 5 790 006 dollars. It also reports the death of Mrs Louise die Godfres in St Joseph Missouri at age 92, mentioning her husband commanded a Civil War blockade runner and her father captained a ship seized by French pirates in 1398.
Washington April 1 191? Members of the Columbia University baseball team volunteered their services to President Taft should trouble arise with Mexico. The President laughed and said he did not expect to accept but would remember the gesture.
An Exchange notes Dorothy Arnold’s disappearance with clues and speculation. The item mentions portraits, possible sightings, and a line about Mercy and Antique Heaven. A playful aside invites a friend to fetch beer and crackers while another entertains a visitor.
Mobile Alabama April 15 A wireless telegraph operator using the name Paul D Phelps on the fruit steamer Preston was arrested on request of Waterloo Iowa authorities. Investigators allege he sent bogus messages to banks to honor checks drawn by fictitious persons. Phelps admits taking 235 from the railroad and buying a motorcycle.
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