Business leaders seek alderman and council seats
G Prler and Lee Hagan were nominated for alderman and council respectively at a North Avenue School meeting in the fourth ward. Backers reportedly include the chamber of commerce, though president V H Kriegshaber denied any political involvement. The mover notes a vacancy upon Claude Ashley’s term end, with Ashley likely a mayoral candidate.
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G . Prler
Lee Hagan
North Avenue
Chamber of Commerce
V H Kriegshaber
Chamber
Krilegshaber
David Yarbrough
Claude Ashley
Helpers' League May Shift Home to Five Points
At the annual board meeting of the Christian Harpers League, part of Atlanta's Presbyterian institution, Five Points was urged as the future home. Since opening five years ago at 115 Decatur Street, the homeless men's shelter and meals service seeks central city quarters. reformer Arthur E Low led the push with strong support from Secretary IC Symmes and director R Bachman. The officers were reelected and a move is anticipated within months. The superintendent reported 14 707 meals served in the year, with 3500 paid and the rest exchanged for labor.
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Five Points
Christian Harpers’ League
Atlanta
North Avenue Presbyterian Church
Decatur Street
Arthur E Low
League
Nir Low
IC Symmes
R Bachman
John A Whitmer
WD Beatia
J H Alexander
Treas Citer J © Symmes
Po Mvuntingham
Bankers to Meet in Cedartown Georgia
The annual meeting of group three of the Georgia Bankers Association will be held in Cedartown Thursday. About 140 banks belong to the group, with Atlanta among the members. Delegates from Atlanta New York Wacon Savannah will ride a special Pullman train to the event. An estimated 175 bankers are expected to attend. Entertainment includes a barbecue at Tuddells pond, a motor tour, an orchestra, and a dance at the Cedartown club followed by a Hecht Tinch served by Cedartown ladies.
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Fartown
Speriar
Georgia Bankers’ Association
Thursda
Atlanta
Papec Ou
New York
Wacon
Cedartown
Negroes Attempt Jail Break at Reidsville Jail
Four African Americans at Reidsville jail attempted escape after being alerted by a white prisoner. Sheriff Kennedy Henry Goffe and locals interrupted the plan. They pleaded guilty to abusing and damaging public property and were sentenced to six months on the county chain gang. Warden Jenking ordered them to serve and within hours they were in custody.
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Rheidsville
H Daniel
J A Kennedy
Henry Goffe
E C Collings
Last Rites Planned for Atlante Policeman Knight
Funeral services for Patrolman YT iH Knight of the Atlante police force, who died at Grady hospital, will be held Friday at 4 p.m. from the Harry G Fooen chapel. Interment will follow at Hollywood cemetery. Knight served nine years without a complaint on his record and was 46. Survived by his wife. Death attributed to paralysis. Police officers Haslett, Bostwick, King, Chandler, Greer, and Gib Davis to serve as pallbearers. force to attend in a body.
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Knight
Atlante
Grady Hospital
Harry G Fooen
Hollywood
Haslett
Bostwick
King
Chandler
Greer
Gib Davis
Police
Athens Chamber to raise funds for 2000 seat auditorium
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting in Athens Georgia it was decided to raise funds immediately to build a large auditorium in time for the 1916 summer school sessions at the university. The aim is a 2000 seat facility to accommodate the growing enrollment and events.
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Athens
Athens Chamber of Commerce
University
Tt Fg
Felder Firm Moves to NPW Quarters
Thomas B. Felder Owens Johnson and Leonard J Grossman announce removal of their Atlanta law offices to 920 926 Empire building. Associated with them in general practice will be Attorneys W Milner and J A Conard.
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Thomas B. Felder
Owens Johnson
Leonard J Grossman
Atlanta
Empire Building
W. & Milner
J. A. Conard
Co operation of Bankers With Farmers Urged in Ga
Fort Valley Georgia April 19 Special a banquet closed the bankers convention group five claiming the largest meeting in its history. About twenty two counties represented with bankers from northern points in attendance. A barbecue on Hale Georgian Orchard lawn impressed visitors with Fort Valley hospitality. Speakers included Professor R Newton Colonel C L Shepard Colonel Robert Brown Colonel A cj Riley and Dr W Dorset. B W Hunt of Eatonton urged bankers to lead a cattle diversification drive noting cattle tick problems and the economic gains from eradication and farm dairy creamery programs run by farmers with bankers support.
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Fort Valley
Hale Georgian Orchard Company
R. Newton
C L. Shepard
Robert Brown
A. Cj Riley
W . Dorset
B W. Hunt
Eatonton
Lovers Quarrel Ends in Deadly Wood Alcohol Drink
James M Owen, 24, of 143 Forsyth Street, was rushed to Grady hospital after reportedly consuming wood alcohol during a personal crisis following a quarrel with his sweetheart. Doctors report he remains in critical condition and the prognosis is guarded. In a separate dispatch from Athens, Greece, April 19, the Greek government formally protested to the Entente Allies over plans to establish a naval base at Budd Bay on the northern coast of Crete.
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James M Owen
Forsyth Street
Grady Hospital
Owen
Athens
Greece
Paris
Entante
Buda Bay
Crote
Judge H M McAlpin Named Grand Regent of Royal Arcanum
In Macon Georgia on April 19 special report Judge Henry M McAlpin of Savannah, longtime Chatham county ordinary, will be elected grand regent at the Royal Arcanum grand council closing session. He previously served as grand vice regent and was absent from the state last year. The convention voted to hold next year’s meeting in Savannah with about 100 council members in attendance and well entertained during their stay.
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Macon
Grand Council of
Georgia
Royal Arcanum
Henry M McAlpin
Savannah
Chatham County
Grand Council
Fire Devastates Belgrade in Eastern District
A dispatch from Bucharest to The Matin reports a fierce fire in eastern Belgrade nearly destroyed the area. Hundreds of homes were burned and thousands are left homeless. The blaze also covers Paris in the notice, indicating widespread urban fire damage and disruption.
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Paris
Belgrade
Bucharest
Woodward Weighs Run for Georgia Governor Amid Interest
Atlanta reports indicate Mayor James G. Woodward is seriously considering a bid for governor. He confirms receiving many state wide letters and calls urging him to run, with strong assurances of support if he enters. He has not decided, though, and says he has had numerous opportunities to reflect.
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Atlanta
James G. Woodward
Georgia
Woodward
Spring Weather Holds Across Atlanta Area
Atlantans are told spring weather will prevail today with clear skies across the Atlantic coast states. The northwestern region faces cold conditions and snow, while Montana and Havre see freezing temperatures. A warm trend is expected to push highs higher than Wednesday’s 80 degrees as southerly winds persist overnight.
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Atlantic
Montana
Havre
Businessmen Debate Georgia Education Laws and City Ordinance
Business leaders prepare to discuss a proposed compulsory education law for Georgia and a city ordinance requiring free textbooks in public schools. The meeting aims to outline funding, implementation, and governance steps for the education measure and related municipal regulation.
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Georgia
Great Blood Medicine Promises Universal Cure
Georgia startles country with claims of S S S as a universal blood antidote. The Swift Laboratory markets a vegetable tonic said to banish blood disease, cleanse impurities, and restore health across blood, skin, eyes, and joints. Testimonials tout dramatic recoveries and warn against other tonics while inviting readers to obtain bottles and confidential home guidance.
Blood purifier praised by Atlanta veteran in letter
Atlanta Ga April 10 1916 Swift Specific Co. Gentlemen After taking your Blood 8 3 the boils which gave me distress have gone away I am seventy two years old and in all my life I have never known any blood medicine to equal S 8 3 I am glad to recommend it to anyone in need of a blood purifier Young truly WN A Ellis Soldiers Home Atlanta Ga
Be Sure You Are on the Right Road in Health Advice
A stray health ad warns readers to consult an expert for blood diseases as conditions vary widely. It urges filling out a coupon for free advice that could save hundreds by avoiding incorrect treatment methods. The message emphasizes expert guidance and cautions against starting the wrong therapy.
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S. S
S. S. S. Promises Skin Disease Cure Claims
A faded ad extols S. S. S. as a cure for eczema and other skin afflictions. It describes toxins entering the blood via the intestines, rapid action within minutes, and a transformation of skin tissue, urging readers to buy a bottle and mail a coupon for medical advice.
Attainable Roofing Pledge At City Supper in Atlanta
At a supper in Atlanta the chamber of commerce outlined roofing improvements using wood or other infrared materials. Representatives from member companies heard a briefing on shingles and roofing in fading construction and how local builders might adopt new methods.
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Atlanta
Chamber Assembly Deliberations At 3 30 This Evening
The chamber assembly convenes at 3 30 this evening to discuss items on the meeting agenda. Each topic on the card for discussion has been favorably acted upon by the board of directors.
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