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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1902

Page

10

Fourteen men added to city police force amid selection

The board of commissioners last night added fourteen men to the force after examining about fifty applicants. Names include L Hernandez F E Mizell J J Hutchins C H Mitchell J M Chambers R F Buttle R L Clay G D Kendley J F Dunton W D Hardaway P Smith R D Highsmith J D Dorsey W J Rutledge. Each was sworn in by the board chairman and the process involved a weighted vote. The board also granted seven to fifteen days of vacation for officers, per the chief’s request.

Board of Commissioners L. Hernandez F. E. Mizell J. J. Hutchins C. H. Mitchell J. M. Chambers R. F. Buttle R. L. Clay G. D Kendley J F. Dunton W. D. Hardaway P. Smith R. D. Highsmith J. D. Dorsey WJ Rutledge Mims English

Relic for University Presented by Atlanta Judge

Judge Robert S. Rodgers will donate a rare copy of University of Georgia Magazine from 1858 to the university library. The sole extant copy of No 1, volume 1 will be sent to James K. Jordan and then to Chancellor HMM, marking a significant historical addition kept by Judge Rodgers for forty two years.

Robert S. Rodgers Robert L. Rodgers Atlanta University of Georgia Magazine Judge Rodgers James K. Jordan

Man Hurls Morphine in Barber Shop Suicide Attempt

Hugh Kirkpatrick a street car motorman attempted suicide last evening at about 6 30 in McIntyre's barber shop at Marietta and Peachtree streets by swallowing morphine from a paper. He had been drinking for days, was taken to Grady hospital and soon out of danger. He refused to state the reason. He lives at 9 West Baker street and is about 20 years old.

Hugh Mirkpatrick Augh Kirkpatrick Kirkpatrick McIntyre Marietta Peachtres

Neal Loan and Banking Company tribute and notices

Atlanta bank notes express gratitude for sympathy after the death of President T. B. Neal. The firm recalls its 1887 organization with charter members and names E H Thornton and W F Manry in leadership. Also mentions Bucklen's Arnica for ailments and a report on Imperial Tobacco Company potential control by American Tobacco Company.

Neal Loan and Banking Company Atlanta T. BR. Neal T. B Neal John Keely E. H. Thornton W. F. Manry Neal Loan & Banking Company The American Tobacco Company Imperial Tobacco Company Great Britain

Rookwood Pottery Designs at Mino & Berle

New Rookwood designs just received direct from the potteries at 2 Whitehall Street. This selection highlights the beauty and individuality of each piece, ideal for thoughtful gifts. SHPHEYE

Potteries Mino Bercle Whitehall Street

Atlanta Office Consolidates with Georgia Alabama Units

A. R. Mininger of Montgomery is appointed assistant in the consolidated Atlanta general office of the American Cotton Company, joining W. Griffin now district agent and A H. Miniger as assistant district agent. Consolidated offices include Atlanta Montgomery and Huntsville. The move concentrates all business in the two states at Atlanta, with plans for eighty plants in Georgia and Alabama and about 360 presses in the south. Forty plants are under construction. Last year’s business rose from the year before, and season prospects are strong. The plant network remains unchanged.

Georgia Alabama American Cotton Company Atlanta W. 9. Griffin A. HK. Nininger Montgomery Huntsville South New York Griffin

Public notice of reorganization and new rental chief

The renting bureau now operates under Mr. George L Keller who comes from the factory to oversee the department. He will inspect rented machines periodically, ensure they are in perfect condition, and provide prompt, careful service to patrons at 106 North Pryor Street.

Remington George L Keller W. T. Crenshaw North Pryor Street

Passing Throng Atop Atlanta Street Car Debate On Smoking And Crowded Sidewalks

A veteran street railway insider discusses the difficulty in pleasing all riders as new schedules raise route disputes and seating rules. Residents protest sidewalk width for looming crowds around Peters and Century buildings, while several prominent visitors stay at the Kimball and Aragon hotels in Atlanta.

Peters Century J. B. Wadley Newnan Atlanta Kimball J. L. Pasley Meridian Mies Kimball A.D. Brantley Congresswan Brantley Blackshear

Georgia plan for Fourth District convention at Warm Springs

The Democratic Executive Committee of Georgia's Fourth Congressional District orders a convention at Warm Springs on July 10 at 72 o clock noon to nominate a Democratic candidate for the Fifty-eighth Congress and conduct other proper business. Each county in the district receives trice as many delegates as it has representatives in the lower house.

Warm Springs LaGrange Spectal Democratic Executive Committee Fourth Georgia General Assembly

Georgia T P A meet in Gate City today

Georgia T P A officials hold a local meeting in Gate City today to discuss event planning and community outreach. Attendees include organization members and Gate City residents curious about upcoming activities and collaborations.

Georgia Gate City

Convention Opens for Georgia Travelers' Protective Assn

The Georgia division of the Travelers' Protective Association convenes this afternoon at 2 in the Kimball house ballroom with 500 delegates expected. Committees, a banquet, theater party, and a trophy city tour are planned as officers and district leaders are introduced and session details finalized.

Georgia Travelers’ Protective Association Kimball House Bijou Musical Kimball Union Depot Georgia Division R L. Wylly Savannah C. D. Stone Macon T. Hagar Vervey Atlanta Max Spunner Columbus J R. Padgett J. BH. Polhill J J. Canton Maccon G. C. Carmichael G. Benn R. L. Smith Joseph Lowenstein W. W. Hyatt D. Rothchild R. G Tarver Augusta H. D. Johnston F. F. Reese Roland B. Billis Mason

Grape-Nuts Endorsed For Health Through Diet Study

An Iowa City man asserts Grape-Nuts boosts health by pre-digested dextrose from starch. He details weight gain from 115 to 133 pounds, sharper mind, and increased daily work capacity after replacing white bread with the cereal. See Ari Inston, Box 1755, Iowa City.

Iowa City

Subcommittee Named to Probe Fire Insurance Rates in Atlanta

A chamber of commerce committee on rising Atlanta fire insurance rates appointed a subcommittee chaired by Hugh T Inman and others will meet with insurance men Friday to seek a rate reduction. The full committee will review the subcommittee report before final action. Miss Virgie Paddock named chief maid of honor for Dallas reunion. An American syndicate reportedly seeks sites near Manchester for a mammoth mill to spin American grown cotton.

Chamber of Commerce Atlanta Hugh T. Inman H. &. Johnson J. R. Gray George W. Parrott John Grant Stockdell Paddock Wort Worth Tex Virgie Paddock Andlock Robert

Wisconsin Contest Promises Gold Prize for Oratory

The Constitution promotes the Georgia intercollegiate oratorical contest set for April in Atlanta. The event aims for high interest among college men, with a handsome gold rat as first prize and a complete set of Modern Eloquence as second prize. The edition spans ten volumes with detailed typography, illustrations, and a focus on inspiring young minds to great achievement.

Georgia John Temple Graves John Temple Elgne

Advertising as profitable investment for effective placement

A ten year experience message from Geo. & Lowman of Empire bids in Atlanta emphasizes that advertising is money well spent only when intelligently prepared and placed in the mediums that pay. The statement notes the value of targeted, well-lit ad campaigns as a profitable investment rather than a mere expense.

Geo Lowman Empire Bids Atlanta

Brady union stock yards seeks charter and growth

The court heard an application for a charter to form the Brady union stock yards. The proposed capital is 100000, with plans to raise to 500000. incorporators include T. Brady John Oliver and A J West of Fulton and Samuel P Jones of Bartow, represented by King Spalding. The venture would run stockyards feed stables packing and slaughter houses and cold storage and trade in cattle. Separately two witnesses were fined for absence in criminal court. Jule Wylie was sentenced to five years for larceny. Fulton Oda Fellows Temple Company chartered for 10000 to erect a temple for Fulton lodge No 2. Bobby Walthour paid county taxes. property includes a house on Woodward Avenue, personal property and a watch.

Superior Court Brady Union Stock Yards King & Spalding T. 3B Brady John Oliver A. J. West Fulton County Samuel P. Jones Bartow County Wye van Winkle Machine Works Bobby Walthour Woodward Avenue

Safe deposit boxes offer free protection for valuables

The ad touts free protection for valuables stored with a strong south vault. It urges renting a safe deposit box to keep papers and items secure. Attendants are available 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the vault opens holidays and every day except Sunday.

Paine's Celery Compound Promises Cure for Blood Disorder

Purported ad copy claims Paine's Celery Compound cleanses impure or sluggish blood and rebuilds vital nerves. It cites a Minneapolis testimonial about blood poisoning from a finger cut, hospital stay, memory loss, and chest pains, asserting the remedy restored health and life.

Paine J. Argetsinger 14Th Avenue Minneapolis Minn

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