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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1912

Page

73

Squarely for the People Says Commission Merchant

Bell Brothers Broad Street commission merchant Bo Frank Rel voiced support for Underwood as the Democratic Party’s strongest leader. He praised Underwood as a capable, American, wide-appeal figure who could carry the executive chair and win in November. Rel predicted Georgia’s carry and broad national strength.

Underwood Bo Frank Rel Bell Brothers Broad Street Commission Democratic Party Washington Georgia

Underwood Patriotism Praised By W T Gentry

W T Gentry president of Southern Bell Telecom praised Oscar W Underwood as a man of great ability thorough patriot and statesman in remarks highlighting his Democratic presidential candidacy and character.

Underwood W. T. Gentry Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company Bualneas South Oscar W

Sane leader of the Democratic Party highlighted

A political notice notes a respected Democratic leader facing tough positions with diplomacy. It then advertises an auction on Pace's Ferry Road and Wabersham Drive on Tuesday April 23 at 3 30 p m, urging readers to see the page advertisement for L C Hopkins property details.

Democratic Party Pace’s Pace's

Pretty Memphis Girl Elopes to Atlanta

A 14 year old Memphis girl Florente Hill eloped with a man named Arthur and fled to Atlanta. Police describe a gray eyed maiden and search hotels and boarding houses for the couple. Florence left Friday with a note to her father William Hil stating she would make her home in Atlanta after marriage.

Atlanta Memphis Florente Hill Poca Beavers Lo Florence Memphis Lochinvar William Hil

Four Would Represent Thomas In Legislature

In Thomas County Georgia four men enter the race for two seats in the state house. Judges H W Hopkins and W J MacIntyre Thomanville B C Reese of Pavo and W A Duren of Meigs are in the contest. MacIntyre, who had considered not seeking reelection, has agreed to run again and may pursue speaker if reelected.

Thomasville Thomas County H. W., Hopkins W. J. MacIntyre Thomanville B. C. Reese Pavo W. A. Duren Meigs Thomas

Thomas lining up for Oscar Underwood in Georgia race

A prominent Ellabelle farmer and supporters from Ochlocknee Meigs and nearby districts say Everything up our way is for Underwood indicating a tight county race. Wilson supporters concede gains but predict a close contest with a likely Underwood victory. The Federation of Jewish Charities in Indianapolis spent 3600 last year on non Jewish charity.

Thomasville Underwood Ellabelle Ochlocknee Meigs Wilson Boston Federation of Jewish, Charities Indianapolis, Ind Charition Georgia Gilmore South Swift Creek Bond

Futrelle to Delay Atlanta Trip Amid Wreck Shock

Mrs Jacques Futrelle, recovering from a wreck, is ordered by her doctor to delay travel to Atlanta where she will stay with her mother Mrs D G Peel until June. A telegram says she will leave New York Tuesday for Atlanta, with her daughter Virginia and brother John Peel accompanying. Futrelle owns a $6,000 cottage at 66 Fourth Street and may reside in Atlanta permanently upon relocation.

Jacques Futroise Atlanta D. G. Peel Siater Bne John Futrelle Fourth Street

Easter Egg Hunt Postponed Again in Atlanta Grant Park

For a second Saturday in a row the Easter egg hunt for Atlanta children at Grant Park was postponed due to rain. The event shifts to Tuesday with same plans, including dismissal from school and a 3 PM grand rush, band, and entertainment. Citizens had asked at newspapers and City Hall about a possible noon finish if rain stopped.

Atlanta Grant Park Grant’ Park Butth

Money Trust Probers Seek Expanded Powers

Washington April 20 Chairman Pujo of the House Money Trust Investigating Committee asked Congress for wider authority. He proposed a resolution to investigate interlocking directorates of industrial firms and railroads and their ties to banking institutions. The panel has made no progress in six weeks and the plan includes an immunity clause shielding witnesses from prosecution for testimony given.

Washington Pujo House Money Trust Investgating House Henry

Young Lochinvar Outdone by Hungarian Farmer

Budapest April A whimsical tale turns tragic as Davak, a Hungarian farmer, kills George Stefok in a church during his wedding to Davak's wife then flees with her before a tire explodes and police close in.

Budapest Lochinvar Almorgeros Davak George Stefok Stefak Fie

Football barred to boys of Germany

Berlin April 20 special report says boys under 17 may not play football nationwide. Authorities with Kaiser Wilhelm support justify it by fearing reckless play will coarsen youth, noting no ban yet against university play or other activities.

Berlin German Empire Kaiser Wilhelm

Habersham Drive at auc p m See page advertise

Local item notes Habersham Drive at dusk with an advertisement running on the page. Reader is directed to see the page for details.

Georgia Supreme Court Docket Summary

Supreme Court of Georgia docket items listed by case number and parties from Fulton and other counties. Includes Morgan v Southern Railway, Walker v Steffen, Langsdale v Bowden, Knight v Gashings, Southern Bell Telecom v Reynalds, Bowler v Georgia Railways Banking, Young v Germania Savings, BeSner v Pounds, Statruak v Willie Love, Floyd v Kicklighter, Coffey v Mitchell, Mattie Jovian et al.

Reynalds Fulton A. Bowler Georgia Railios’ and Banking , Company Dennie Young Germania Savings Bank I . ‘Mis J.D. BeSner W. Pounds BR Statruak Willie Love James Floyd H. K. Kicklighter Coffey J. T. Mitchell From Mattie Jovian Tom

Fulton county roads plan urged by Turman for southern system

Mr Turman a Fulton county commissioner candidate advocates a county wide highway network from Atlanta to county lines and cross roads linking communities. He stresses good roads as vital to business education and growth, lists future projects including Ponce de Leon avenue and West Simpson street, and cites Fulton as a regional leader needing capable, progressive officials.

Atlanta Fulton County 8. B. Turman Board of County Commissioners South Ferry Road Ivey Road Peachtree Road Buckhead County Line Cheshire Bridge Road Mayson Avenue Ponce de Leon Avenue Marietta Street Marietta Road North Avenue Howell Station Ing Bellwood East Point College Park Hapeville West View Cemetery Gordon Street West Hunter Street Ashby Street Battle HM West Simpson Street Chapel Road West Lake Avenue Moreland Avenue County Line Road East Fair Street South Boulevard City Center of City Booth Boulevard Jonesboro Road Grown's Mill Road Lakewood Avenue Stewart Avenue Central Railroad Mitchell Street Mangum Street

Memorial for Titanic Dead Across Atlanta Churches

Cardinal sentiment across Atlanta churches centers on remembering the Titanic dead in prayers and scattered services. Some pastors avoid special services citing lack of direct ties, while others plan morning memorials with sermons on the tragedy’s lessons. Reverend De McArthur and Reverend R. C. Williams announce memorials, with Tabernacle and Stewart Avenue Baptist Church draped interiors and special music.

Atlanta de McArthur Tabernacle CC. Williams Stewart Avenue Baptist Church Wil Williams

Testimony Ends in Parson's Case in Fort Worth

In Fort Worth Texas on April 20 testimony in the Rev Frank Norris perjury case concluded with rebuttal evidence and the defense deciding Norris would not testify. Grand jury members and State witnesses debated whether there was enough evidence for an indictment as the hearing adjourned until Monday.

Fort Worth Texas Frank Norris Dr. Norris Norris George Hunter Norris Grand Jury Joel East Clarence Ousley Qualey Ousley Mt Mondsy

First District Solid Says J. J. E. Anderson for Underwood

J J E Anderson, ex Georgia representative, proclaims Underwood the most popular candidate in the first district. He argues Bulloch County and the district favor the Alabama congressman, pledging a large Wilson sentiment short of a landslide. He praises Underwood’s farm and worker oriented legislation. A stray calendar note mentions Aynacozne ritual in Calcutta on March 43.

J.J. E. Anderson Georgia Asserm Bly Anderwood First Bulloch County First Congressional District Mr. Anderson Alabama Calcutta India

Also Mentioned on This Page

Huddleston J. M. Armistead Armistead Roge Atlanta Telephone and Telegraph Co A. B. “Conklin Mgr Oscar Underwood Management Money Trust Germany Supreme Court OF GA J. J. E. Anderson Adams and Southern Express R. M. Rose Company Randolph Rose Mererec
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