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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1906
Page
2
President Theodore Roosevelt writes to Mrs Birney from Washington April 16 1906 expressing hearty support for the Congress of Mothers while extending wishes for success to the Georgia Mothers Congress. The missive, dated April 16 1906, reflects early 20th century civic engagement by the president in national family and civic events.
In Atlanta Mrs. Theodore Birney presided at a Georgia Congress of Mothers gathering. Mrs. Fred Schoff spoke for the National Congress of Mothers praising Birney and urging formation of Georgia mothers clubs, schooling partnerships, and unified child welfare laws. Mrs. Schoff pressed uniform divorce law and better education for children, while Miss Broomell of Philadelphia read Riley stories to conclude the session.
A Woman's Club entertainment program featured Mrs. Robert Palmer presiding and kindergarten demonstrations by Woolen Mills Kindergarten, followed by a reception for Mrs. Frederick Schoff and Mrs. Theodore Bigney. Additional social items include engagements and weddings such as Miss Alice Raiford to Philip Howell Force and the Brooks Bunting and Emile Breitenbucher wedding plans in Atlanta and nearby towns.
Mr Lawrence A Miller renews the Cumberland Hotel lease for the year and plans to open in May. He aims to make Cumberland the South Atlantic coast’s top resort, improving the property, hiring leading cooks, and offering refined cuisine and service. Reservations encouraged as crowds are expected.
Owen Wister presents a new novel Lady Baltimore with illustrations and half tones. Described as a vivid American life tale featuring young scandal and peril amid charming companions. 12 mo., cloth binding, advertised price $1.35. Published by John Mace Company, Marietta Street, Atlanta, Ga.
J H Mc Crory claims brutal treatment while working on Fulton county chain gang and will file charges against A N Luck at the prison commission meeting on May 14. Attorney B W Wall says no prior county charges have been filed and Mc Crory remains in Atlanta communicating with relatives in Birmingham until satisfied.
The Big New York presented at the Bijou amused and pleased a large audience with clever acting lively songs and attractive costumes. Dan Maton as Herman Schultz received laughs as the chief offender and victim of misfortune. The cast delivered well and many moments provoked mirth. Kathryn Bartlett's performance with a surly bulldog stood out among the production's strongest acts.
Special agents for A pin and London's spice offer sealed 5¢ to $1.00 packs of pure flavors. Com meme bark nutmeg and cloves priced to entice. Imported Olive Oil offered at 10¢ a pint or $3.50 a gallon with a guarantee to redeem rancid portions. Drop in to investigate this opportunity and patronize.
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