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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1912
Page
12
An advisory note promotes penny management to bolster profits, claiming no cost for investigation and suggesting financial prudence as a path to larger gains. It emphasizes budgeting and efficient spending to support a healthier bottom line.
Luther Z Rosser, a Georgia attorney, voiced strong backing for Oscar W Underwood. He urged Georgia to back Underwood for the May 1 party nomination and predicted a presidential sweep if nominated. Rosser argued Southern unity and fair representation in national government, citing Underwood’s tariff record as popular with voters.
Macon Ga April 21 Special The announcement Sunday morning that Miss Mary Scandrett the prettiest girl in Macon, was elected queen of the upcoming Confederate reunion pleased hundreds of her friends here and statewide. The brunette with a perfect figure is a popular Macon figure and will wear the crown when the commander in chief places it on her head. The late voting night drew fierce competition between Scandrett and Harriette Winchester, with Jewel Jacobs having withdrawn before the heavy voting began.
An advertisement touts Bowden Lithia Water as a natural remedy for indigestion and sour stomach. It claims to reduce fermentation, uric acid, and kidney or bladder issues, with physician endorsement and testimonial letters available. Bottled at the Lithia Springs, order direct if local druggists cannot supply.
Oklahoma City prepares for the fifty seventh Southern Baptist convention with about 26 000 churches and 2 500 000 members. The gathering will discuss comity between Northern and Southern Baptists over New Mexico’s shift to the southern wing and fund drives for home and foreign missions tied to Adoniram Judson’s centennial. White Baptists’ religious funding is outlined, with concern over potential year end debts for the home and foreign mission boards.
Washington dispatch reports Representative Gardner of Massachusetts circulated a telegram to Colonel Roosevelt in response to a declined joint debate invitation. Gardner demands Taft and Roosevelt disclose correspondence about the Lorimer investigation to refute claims of Taft aid to Lorimer. He cites calls to publish the suppressed report of Herbert Knox Smith and to have justice departments seize the papers if unavailable.
Milledgeville Ga April 21 Specialized The board of trustees of the Georgia Military college was reorganized after the death of Judge D B Sanford who chaired the board for years Adolph Joseph elected president Judge John T Alten vice president and Mayor Millar Bell named to the vacant seat The board members serve for life Walden Clothing Company incorporated at Columbia Georgia with 10000 capital stock George F Walden E J Driver and T W Peddy are organizers The reunion fund expected to rise to eight to ten thousand dollars amid a large gathering at the event Fragments mention the Scandrett family and Miss Harriette Winchester named maid of honor for the United Confederate veterans and a lineup of official family roles for reunion festivities
A fragment notes that someone will need glasses to see grand Moore Ong, suggesting a misread or garbled line about visibility or honor. The readable text provides no clear event. No names, dates, or places are verified.
New Orleans April 21 The Cotton market eyes weather and crop news over river reports as long rains dim prospects for a large yield. Analysts note favorable crop reports could shift attention from river conditions, while continued wet weather in Alabama and Georgia and large Texas preparations loom. A lighter movement and strong spinner demand may soften or cap price gains this week.
In Asheville on April 21, 14 year old Abe Luther drank poison after writing a note to her father claiming disgrace. She died within minutes. Claude Goodlake, 25, son of a local contractor, was arrested for alleged involvement but later released on a $1000 bond. The note named opiates and referenced the girl's state of mind.
A fragment notes a writer’s stance that a daughter faced pressure from her father to choose death over life. Goodlake defends innocence, stating the claim is unfounded and untrue. The terse exchange reflects a disputed personal narrative amid a broader legal or media context.
Milledgeville Ga April 21 Survivors of the Confederate reunion at Oglethorpe University are planning a return visit to the Milledgeville area Many veterans are expected to attend and meet at the university in midwest style observation Reverend Dr BR Green among the speakers and organizers involved in the events
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