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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1909

Page

8

Desperate Fight Over 90 Cents In Taxi Dispute

A heated dispute over 90 cents erupted between Paul Mc Michaelsenager and owner Benedict after a taxi ride. A broken nose and injuries were reported at 526 Peacetree Street, with Benedict detained and a court warrant issued as the case unfolds.

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Peace in Mine Regions Ends In Tentative Pact

The Anthracite region plans a tentative agreement signed by union representatives and mine operators in Philadelphia. Formal signing expected Thursday morning after committee review. A three year renewal is proposed to prevent further opposition and ensure stable coal production in the area.

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Dieting Claim Fails to Cure Indigestion, Kadol Promoted

Fragmented ad copy touts dieting as ineffective for indigestion and promotes Kadol as the universal digestant. Claims that rest the stomach and supply missing elements fix digestion, with a Chicago firm guaranteeing results and urging readers to ask their druggist for Kadol.

Hart's Opinion on Candler Eligibility for Railroad Commissioner

Governor Smith requested Attorney General John C Ward advise on Hon C M Candler of DeKalb. Hart finds no constitutional barrier to Candler’s appointment since his prior term ended before qualification. he held office as railroad commissioner starting March 1906 and, after qualification, would be ineligible for further appointment during that term. The opinion concludes there is no doubt of Candler's eligibility for the railroad commission.

Smith John C Wart C M Candler DeKalb Candler Hart Candiers Hyke Smith Uon Murphy Candler Candier Dekhaly Stece General Assembly Genereal Georgia Ucober Candlers Ion I Senate Mullivers John Char Attorney Genera

Monument unveiled by Statesboro U D C

Statesboro Georgia April 27 A large crowd braved rain for the Confederate monument unveiling inside the courthouse Speeches were delivered by Hon E I Giles and J H Cone veterans and residents spoke of preserving Southern war history Annie Grovar unveiled the monument and J H Rocker recounted wartime experiences urging schools to teach the South’s war history.

Statesboro E I Giles Mies Annie Groovar J H Cone J H Rocker

Rioting in Velarden a Ends in Mass Executions

From Durango Mexico dated April 27 official reports recount that after municipal officers halted a religious parade at Velarden a twenty five men were executed after summary court martial for riot participation. Seven others were killed during the rioting and forty more remain imprisoned awaiting further action.

Durango Mexico Velardena

Near Beer Bill Killed in Senate Reading

In Nashville Tennessee on April 27, the senate killed on second reading the bill to allow manufacture and sale of imitation beer containing not over three percent alcohol.

Nashville Tenn Senate

Fifth Avenue Hotels Offers Auto Tour Comfort at St Regis

On Fifth Avenue New York the St Regis Hotel markets its convenient auto access and restful lodging for touring motorists. It touts refined taste and hospitality with rooms from 3 to 3 dollars daily, private bath options, and comparable restaurant pricing to other first class hotels.

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Demurrer Overruled in Ezzard Forgery Case

Judge L S Roan of the superior court criminal division overruled a demurrer in the case of T W Ezzard a former Buckhead resident on trial for forging certificates at the Columbus Clearing House Association during the panic of 1807 The demurrer argued banks cannot make clearing house certificates subject matter for forgery The state contends the matter was settled in real bank cases and the judge will await a supreme court ruling on the points involved Ezzard was indicted with E Gavis WO Bowden and RM Williams but to be tried separately

L S Roan Superior Court Criminal Division T W Ezzard Buckhead Trian Columbus Clearing House Association Ezzard F A. Quillian Atlanta Enor Wright Rome T T Miller Columbus Luther Rosser Roan Supreme Court Egzard E Gavis WO Bowden RM Williams

Nicest Train East via Seaboard Service

Leave Atlanta at 11:25 a.m. with Pullman sleeping cars and dining cars serving all meals a la carte. Effective May 2.

Seaboard Atlanta Pullman

State enjoins cancellation of railroad license

Montgomery Als April 27 Secretary of State Frank N Julianney has been enjoined from cancelling the state license of the Louisville and Nashville railroad the road having transferred a suit from the state to the federal court in violation of state law Judge Thomas G Jones of the United States court who recently declared the act unconstitutional granted the order. Seaboard night train to the east leaves 19 40 p m eastern time through sleeper to New York dining car service effective May 2

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Canon Ga horsewhipping case settles for 400 damages

Athens Ga April 27 special the case of J H Bailey against twenty one men and women of Canon Ga for thirty eight thousand damages on account of horse whipping last year was settled this afternoon for 400 including fines of 28 against each defendant Bailey alleged he was horse whipped February 7 1908 and driven from the town defendants admit striking with huge whips others deny driving him from Canon Ladies say Bailey called virtuous women into question and armed themselves with buggy whips Bailey was represented by Sidney C Tapp of Atlanta while defendants were led by Judge Hamilton McWhorter Colonel J Tribble and Colonel Miles W Lewis

Athens J H Bailey Canon Bailey Maki Baley Sidney C Tapp Atlanta Hamilton McWhorter 8 J .Tribble Miles W Lewis

Death of Mrs Paul Watson in Macon Georgia

Mrs Pas Watson formerly Elizabeth Dunn of Macon died last night at her Huguenin Heights home. Wife of Paul Watson she was a Tattnall Square Presbyterian member. Survived by husband two daughters, parents Mr and Mrs John Dunn and three brothers. Funeral plans pending. Attendance at spring auction of Ansley Park lots at 2:30 pm. Ansley Park near completion with expected future growth.

Paul Watson Macon Pas Watson Elizabeth Dunn Huguenin Heights Tattnall Square Presbyterian Church John T Dunn

Police Committee Quorum Lacking On Proposed Beer Label Ordinance

The police committee failed to meet quorum with only two of five present, Chairman Spratling and Alderman Grant. Roberts away, Johnson sick, Pomeroy busy. The panel planned to review an ordinance requiring neat beer dealers to label bottles with alcohol percentage drink name and manufacturer. Also mentions SEABOARD service improvement on May 2 and a phone contact.

Police Committee of Council Spratling Grant Roberts Johnson Pick Pomeroy

Funeral for Annie O Hara 7 in Walters horo 8 C

The funeral for Annie O Hara a seven year old member of the Hero Clan takes place January 31 at 1 o clock at the Church of the Immaculate Conception officiated by Rev Father Kennedy. The clan follows a one day per year burning custom with Atlanta chosen for the service and more than forty clan members attending. Interment in Westview.

Annie O'Hara Hero Waltershoro Dinca Church of the Immaculate Conception Father Kennedy O'Hara Atlanta Westview

Elkin Re-elected President Of Capital City Club

Dr W S Elkin was chosen to serve again as president of the Capital City Club with no opposition. John W Grant elected vice president, Dr Austin secretary and treasurer, J J Robinson re elected rector, and Frank Callaway and RS Wessels named directors succeeding P Thornton Maryn and J H Nunnally.

W . Elkin Capital City Club John W Grant Austin J J Robinson Frank Callaway RS Wessels P. Thornton Maryn J H Nunnally

New Trial Granted for Harry Silverman

Harry Silverman, president of Silverman Catering, was awarded a new trial by Judge Pendleton in the state civil case against the State Historical Association over a $28 contract dispute for banks. The suit centers on alleged misrepresentation in a Georgia history encyclopedia digest and claims of unverified colonial records connected to former Governor Allen Candier.

HS Silverman Silverman Catering Company State Historical Association Pendleton Superior Court Bloodworth M. Silverman Georgia Allen Candier

Georgia Masons honor Wilkinson at Macon session

The Royal and Select Masters grand council met in Macon with Grand Master John R Wilkinson of Atlanta honored. Officers were elected for the Georgia councils, and plans emerged to sell the Masonic Temple on Mulberry Street for 33 000 to 36 000 dollars, with a new site to be secured for a state headquarters.

Macon Grand Counci Georgia Masons Masonic Tempe Mulberry Street Postel Savannah Georgia Counils Icows John R. Wilkinson Atlanta J C Harman Royal Arch Masons Masonic Temple Brown House John S Masons Schofield

Berry School Boys Hold Commencement Ceremony

The Berry School graduation exercises concluded with Hon Hooper Alexander delivering the commencement address. Trustees Orr and Henry S Johnson spoke briefly, diplomas and prizes were awarded, and a class day program featured salutatory remarks by Charles Daniel House, with reflects on the Class of 1908 by Curtis Maxwell Avery and Jay G Wood.

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Free Laxative for Women Promises Gentle Relief

An advertisement promotes Dr Cattwills Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative suitable for women and children. It claims gentle action, pleasant taste, and asks readers to write for medical advice without charge. The piece cites various testimonials and lists Monticello and Louisville as places of use.

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