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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1916

Page

13

Gray Clad Veterans Lead Atlanta Memorial Parade

The Atlanta memorial parade honoring Confederate heroes forms from West Peachtree and Peachtree streets at 2 PM. Led by Colonel Khud, Pomeroy and civic groups, it marches to Oakland Cemetery with a flower ceremony and a march past by the National Guard, scouts, and veterans units.

Atlanta Peachtree Peachtree Streets Whitehall Hunter Street Ladies Memorial Association of Loyal Lody Seathy Oakland Cemetery Bishop Rkevlay Savannah Elonel Khud Pomeroy National Guard of Georgia Wagfer Franklin Vweeocchran Adjutant Generals Wiict

Girl Takes Switch to Rent Collector

A girl confronts a rent collector over a disputed rent and a kettle incident leads to a fatal industrial fire claim. The tale mentions Travis and a city, with the mother facing the aftermath as a father mourns. The death occurs after a kettle accident during play, with the boy living only a few hours after rescue.

Girl Tyre

Houston growers ready to handle big peach crop

Houston growers anticipate a record peach crop with heavy preparations underway. Experts warn of worm damage and plan early shipments, as orchards brace for a busy season with crates packed and ready for export by late May.

Houston

Americus Prepares for Elks of State Meet Amid Festivities

Americus gears up for a statewide Elks gathering with flags bunting and street decorations. About 1,000 Elks are expected over Thursday and Friday for sports events, dances, and a grand street ball.

Governor Nat Harris Speech to Rome Address

Governor Nat Harris will deliver the memorial address in Rome. The local speaker, identified as the chair of the event, will preside and the plan is to arrange the ceremony with the expected attendance of local officials and citizens.

Nat Harris Rome Coxernor Nat

Claim Smith in court over Banks County paternity case

In Macon on April, evidence will be introduced in a United States court to prove that Jim Smith is the legitimate son of Sally Smith of Banks County. The latest challengers, led by Mrs Amanda Massee, seek to intervene, claiming to be the deceased millionaire's first cousin through his sister. The hearing, with testimony and documentary evidence, extends into Thursday as judges weigh if the state court can fairly divide claims among all parties.

Macon United States Jim Smith Smith Banks County Sally Smith Sladersham County Balfie Smith Amanda Massee Speer Massee Irs Fanoie Wussqe Attorneyo EL Hoberts Charters Gainesville Stark Judes Speer John J Strickland Ing Ide Smith Wis Bpeer Geraus Nomini Colon P Smith Fite Thandi Tite Worley Meadow Deaue Munsek Jcourt Rec

Mrs Leach Follows Her Eight Children Over Great Divide

Mrs Leach, widow of Col Edward Beach pension recipient and pioneer, is buried beside her eight children. She died at Aberdeen aged 72, leaving thirty grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her husband served in the Indian wars, and a period of pension drew most of her lineage to the funeral in Atlanta.

Mrs. Leach Senor Gu Sprit Leach Aberdeen F Iward Beach Lus Feris Cary John 7 Norte

Hermit Mashburn Struck By Auto Not Badly Hurt

Hermit Mashburn aged 4 living with his parents on Lance du Leon Avenue was struck by an auto opposite the baseball park near Peachtree Street Tuesday afternoon about 3 o clock. He was sitting on the curb when the machine hit him. Grady Hospital reported minor injuries to his knees and legs.

Mashburn Rankin Peachtree Street Lance du Leon Avenue Grady Hospital

Another Spring Day Promised Wednesday Weather Report

The weather forecast predicts another mild spring day on Wednesday continuing the opera week pattern. Cool conditions persist with low temperatures, early trains may require overcoats, and a high pressure system centered in the northwestern region brings a slight warming trend later.

Wednesday Study Class Postponed Meeting Notice

A postponed meeting of the Wednesday Morning study class with Mrs William McCarthy on North Boulevard is scheduled for Thursday at 10 30 o'clock.

William McCarthy North Boulevard

Grand Opera at 42 N Broad Street Auditorium Sale

John LL More & Sons advertise reduced price seating for opera classes at Grand Opera. Headquarters at 42 North Broad Street. Small field glasses offered for this occasion.

John Ll. More & Sons Easo Broad Street

Masons Grand Council Reelects Old Officers in Macon

In Macon on April 25 the Royal and Select Masters Grand Council of the Masonic Order held its annual session. Edward Wellington of Ellsworth Kansas and C Greenfield of Atlanta headed a slate of high officers from the General Grand Council. E A McHan of Fairburn was elected grand secretary and treasurer, planning to move to Macon. Other officers were reelected, including W A Sims of Atlanta as grand master and J A Walton of Columbus as grand conductor of work. The Mason home trustees, led by N H Billard, discussed relocation and funding, while Wellington toured the home and opposed moving plans.

Macon Grand Council Masonic Order Ats United States Thes Edward W Wellington Ellsworth Kan General Grand Council of Se C Greenfield Atlanta General Grand Council Brink Columbia & Co Genera General Grand Counel E A Me- Han Fairburn Woo4 Wolshin Me-Han W A Sims Moro Nevin Augusta J A Walton Columbus J M Ruskin Boston E A McHan Max Maverhardt Rome Granada Mirshal Bass Fairburn Stewild AG Grdng Lodge Grand Lodge W Wellington General Grand Council of the Tse

Marshal of Barney Held on Manslaughter Charge

Quatman Gai April 2. Town Marshal Center of Barneys Brooks county who killed Waley Wilkes Friday on the streets of Barney bound over on a charge of manslaughter at his commitment trial before Judge Way Lang. The jury spent the entire day with testimony from most male citizens of Barnes. Evidence showed Wilkes, intoxicated and armed, attacked the marshal with a club. after a struggle Wilkes shot while beating the officer with his own club. Prominent counsel represented both sides. The shooting stirred intense feeling in Barney.

Quatman Gai Barneys Brooks County Waley Wilkes Barney Wilkes Barnoy

Colquitt to Harvest Largest Grain Crop Yet

Colquitt county will begin harvest in a few days as farmers expect the greatest grain crop this season. Excellent growing conditions and expanded acreage have produced a substantial yield forecast for the region.

Colquitt Moule

Colquitt County Farmers Consider Flour Mill After Bumper Oats Harvest

The county foresees a threshing of over half a million bushels of oats as farmers, though wheat is scarce here, planted enough for home use last fall. Observers believe the strong yield justifies the potential construction of a local flour mill.

Colquitt County

Remedy for Catarrhal Deafness and Head Noses

To end catarrhal deafness and head noises, mix 1 ounce of Parmiunt double strength with 4 pints of hot water and 4 ounces of granulated sugar. Take 1 tablespoonful four times daily. Phia may bring quick relief. nostrils open and mucus stops dropping into the throat. Easy to prepare, low cost, pleasant to take.

Natural Way Is Best Pollo Water Digestive Lozenge Ad

An early health tonics advertisement touts Pollo Water as a natural aid to digestion and bowel cleansing. It claims daily use cleans waste, prevents toxins, and improves headachy, dizzy, and yellowing symptoms. The copy urges morning intake with warm or hot water and notes availability from druggists.

Dawson Sprngsa Shentuckys Ivery

Reelection appeal by Tax Receiver stressing duty and service

In a Democratic White Primary appeal, the incumbent Tax Receiver urges voters to reelect him, citing full tax return duties, satisfactory public service, and a proven record as a Confederate veteran. He notes colleagues Zach Castleberry and W H Abbott and emphasizes the office's role in supporting the county tax levy.

Zach Castleberry W. H. Abbott

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