Governor Slaton Inspects Camp Wheeler Visit
Governor Slaton and Colonel Pax toured Camp Wheeler Augusta during a casual inspection. They met General Harris and Major Winn at the depot, breakfasted with civic leaders, watched the first regiment entrain for Savannah, and left with mixed impressions. Special troop trains began evening departures toward home, with North Carolina troops arriving August 4 to hold camp until August 11.
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Augusta
Slaton
F. J. Paxon
Camp Wheeler
Walter A Harris
Major Winn
National Guard
Ore
Morris
J. C. G. Black
Thomas W. Louless
A. S. Hateh
J. C. Richardson
Savannah
Atrion
Atlanta
North Carolina
Mighty financiers meet to consider closing world markets
A secluded J. P. Morgan & Co. room hosted a meeting of leading New York financiers amid a panic. Opposition grew to the idea of closing the exchange as governors debated options and the scope of the crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Exchange
J. P. Morgan & Co
Morgan
New York
Notre Dame Lady Seeks Home Cure For Rheumatism
An appeal from Mrs M Sommers of Notre Dame Indiana offers a home treatment claimed to cure rheumatism and related pains without climate change. She asserts the method removes uric acid, purifies blood, and restores energy, inviting sufferers to write for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sefatico Tomas
M. Sommers
Notre Dame
Wall Street in Hysteria as War News Shakes Markets
In the chaos of a market halt after Germany declared war, brokers surged through the Wall Street floor while a decisive yet cautious mood prevailed among bankers. News of the exchange closure followed by limited action and rapid shifts in cotton and securities markets painted a tense financial picture.
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Germany
Bis
Board of Governors
Ely
Hlg
Sly
Bankers
Mr. Morgan
Wall Street
Europe
Financial uncertainties and wartime shipping pressures emerge
Insurance firms quoted premiums around 16 006 bee million and rejected some risks. The gold export issue shifts as English German and French line ships could be pressed for government service in hostilities. Call loan status solved by noting such loans extended automatically until stock exchange operations resume.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stock Exchange
Rogers Urges Georgia Exhibit at Boston Exposition
Albert F. Rogers of Boston educational commissioner for the Boston Domestic Science and Pure Food Exposition seeks financial backing for a Georgia farm products exhibit at the Boston event. He conference with the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce to secure support. Governor Slaton offers agricultural department help. Rogers cites Southern appeal and regional lenders to back Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert FR. Rogers
Boston
Mass
Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
Georgia
Tregers
Atlanta
Camerce
Birmingham Chamber of Commerce
Alabama
Anance
Rogers
Mr. Rogers
Slaton
State i Agricultural Department
New England Insurance Companies
Banks in Atlanta Readiness Amid Exchange and Currency Strains
Atlanta banks report strong capital and reserve levels despite global exchange tensions. A Wall Street Journal inquiry cites the Atlanta National Bank and regional lenders as maintaining high cash positions, low bills payable, and solid clearance facilities under the Aldrich Vreeland framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snanda
Atlanta
Wall Street Journal
RM. Berrien, Jr
Ideal
Berrien
the Journal
New York
Atlanta National Bank
Beneft
Aldrich-Vreeland
Mar. Herriens
Broad Street
New York City
Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank
Atlanta Sanaks
Atlanta Clearing House Country Bank Department
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Hecate
Anelunion
Georgi
Vik Abtunta National Bankerenter Huee
Tve
Indavannan
Augusta
Macoo
Athens
Columpus
Chattanooga
Aldrich~ Vreeland
Robert J. Lowry
Joseph A. McCord
England to Blockade Tsingtau If War Breaks Out
In case of war the British fleet will blockade Tsingtau while Wei Hai Wei and nearby fortifications are abandoned. Hongkong is planned as a British naval base in Chinese waters. German holdings at Tsingtau would be blockaded, and Austrian and Italian ships are moving toward Tsingtau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Tsing Tau Pekin
Hongkong
Tsing Tay
WateHai-Wei
Tsing Yau
Wei-Hai-Wei
Regation
Tsing Tah
Sebastianc
Tsing
Municipal Court Bill Sparks Predicted House Fight in Atlanta
A heated battle is expected in the Georgia House over a bill to elect municipal court judges and officials in Atlanta. Supporters say elected judges align with nationwide practice. opponents warn elections would politicize local courts and threaten judicial independence. The bill faced tie votes and minority reports, signaling a tense session ahead.
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Municipal Court of
Atlanta
House
Blackburn
Fulton
Special Judiciary Committee
DIL
Ince
Supreme Court
Old Guard plans trip to Baltimore for Star Spangled Banner event
The Old Guard of Gate City Guard met at University Club for a Dutch dinner. Major George Napier appointed a committee to decide if the battalion will accept Baltimore's invitation to attend the Star Spangled Banner 10th anniversary celebration on September 16. About 502 members attended. the trip would be limited to two days away from Atlanta, with delegates staying brief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Camp
Baltimore
Old Guard
Atlanta
Kentucky Nominates Candidates Today
Louisville July 21 Democrats Republicans and progressives of Kentucky nominate candidates in state primaries for the United States senate representatives from eleven districts and a judge of the state court of appeals for the third district. Two candidates per party for the long and short term senate seats. Beckham vs Stanley dominates the race with liquor and unit rules as key issues. Incumbent congressmen seek renomination except Stanley. Clowes and GOP fights loom in several districts.
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Louisville
Kentucky
United States Senate
Congress
State Court of Appeals
William A. Bradley
Stoley
James GB. McCreary
J. N. Gamden
Bradley
Bennett IH. Young
United Confederate Veterans
Emgress
Stanley
Clowes
New French Currency Refused by Tradesmen
Paris officials report traders reject the new government currency as Gold trades at 1% premium and Finglish sov ereigns sell around 28 francs each, well above the usual 25. A cabinet council is to meet tomorrow to discuss extending terms for payments. Small merchants have widely refused the new 20 franc and 50 franc notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Three infected rats caught at New Orleans
Three rats with bubonic plague infection were found in New Orleans today as part of plague eradication work led by Dr. William O. Rucker. The tally of rodent plague cases reaches 24, with no human cases reported since last Sunday.
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New Orleans
Wiliam O. Rucker
College Park Church Sets Sunday Revival Start
Rev L M Qmer pastor of the Christian church at West Point Ga will begin revival services at the College Park Christian church Sunday morning at 11 oclock The meeting will last some week.
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L. M. Qmer
Chriatian Church
West Point
College Park
Christian Church
W. BM. US of
Georgia
W. J. Neel
Comer
W.T. Comer
C. T. “Brockett
At Saints Episcopal “Church
West View Cemetery
HM. Patterson & Son
Linton
Hopkins
Clark “Howell
Carleton ¥- Smith
W.F. Plane
Robert @ Woodruff
Michael Hoke
Roby Robinson
Albert & Adams
James M
Intermenta
Oakland
Central Lodge
Messie
A. W. Warner
Ben F. Yarbrough
R._N._McGuire
Edgar L. la Fontaine
T. B. Higginbotham
BE. M. Mitchell
Chapel of P. J. Bloomfield Co
P.m. Warner
Greenberg & Bond Co
F. B. Burdett
A.C. Burdett
A. d. Coller
A. T. Young
EF. Chamblee
D. H. Bryant
Order of Mouse
Her Returning Dream Poem Fragment
A fragmented poem line set recalls a restless night with heavy pulses and nameless fears. The speaker wakes to a desolate dawn, noting a smiling figure at the door as morning breaks. The text references August Ainsley as a likely author.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August Ainsley's
Atend
Naturalized Americans Warned as War Fears Grow
Washington reports indicate European economies will alert Americans abroad to stay close to home and secure their property. In a general war, naturalized citizens traveling between Europe and the U S may be targeted due to nativity. No relief fund exists yet, with Congress possible if needs rise. Secretary Daniels has not yet acted on using naval vessels to aid evacuation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Europe
Americana
America
State Department
Congress
United States
Daniels
Forsyth Theatre to Close for Season on Saturday
The Forsyth theater will close for the season this Saturday and not reopen until the last week in August. Manager Cardoza said attendance has been satisfactory and shows are available, but Mr Wells deemed a two week overhaul essential for preparations for next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forsyth Theater
Cardoza
C P and St. Louis Road Falls Into Receiverships
The Chicago and St. Louis railroad, unable to meet interest on 2,000,000 bonds due this year, enters receivership under Bankers Trust Co of New York. Major Bluford Wilson and William Cotter named as receivers, with each bondholder pledging 50 000. The road admits insolvency amid a largely English investor funded 11 million issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago A Qd
St. Louis
Bankers “Trust Company
New York
Bluford’ Wilson
William Cotter
Rew Park
Atlanta Building Permits Rise In July Despite Slow 1914 Start
The Atlanta building inspector reports July permits total 495 902 dollars, up from 424 949 a year earlier, though 1914 trails 1913 by 51 021 dollars. Yearly permits reach 2 495 699 versus 3 546 720 for 1918, as new apartment projects emerge on Peachtree Circle and Piedmont Avenue.
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Tithy
Hosa Oodberry
Peachtree Circle
Seventeenth Street
Ansley Park
S Wheel
A. N. Canton
Mackle
W.I. C. Realty Company
Piedmont, Avenue and
Thirteenth Street
Piedmont Park
HM. Sugarman
C. BE. Miler
Girly
A. Ten Eyck Brown
Georgia Training School For Girls
Baker's Ferry Road
Emily McDinman
Adamson
Madison Avenue
Hunter Street
George L Walker
Continental Land Company
Fern Street
Vanira Street
Duly
Mary P. Whaley
Same
Fern and
Vanira Streets
O. K. Nelaoh
FE. K. Henderson
Houston Street
Handolph Street
Toans
Geo Ala A. Hollingsworth
Colonial Trust Company
Rankin Street
Arnold Street
Jasper M. “Sullivan
Charles F Glover
Booth Boulevard
Evelyn L. Cox
EB. Cox
Westwood
Cadcada Avenue
M. Kenly
W. M. Gordon
Jefferson Street
Travia Street
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Notre Dame Lady's
Eeette Silvey
Wilding
Peete Bess
Ave
Phane
Che
Keeley
Cotten Exchange
Cotton Exchange
Daniel J. Sully
Pell
William Allen Butter
Consolidated
New York Stock Exchange
Coffee Exchange
Produce Exchange
Metal Exchange
London
King Hardware Company
Peacetree Street
Decatur
Peters
Whitehall
Marietta
Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Co. of
Newark, N
New Jersey
and Steele
Newark
N. J
Total Assets
Watsaws
State OF Georgia
County OF
Robert L. Foreman
Mutual. Benefit Life Insurance Company
Wotary ‘Public
Fulton County
Gedrata
Robert
Boston Exposition
National Currency Association of Georgia
Ita
Mr. Blackburn
Senate
College Park Church
U.S
Forsyth
J. W. Turner
Henry Street
Rosa Woodbury
Fuuchtree ‘Circle
A."n. Canton
F.B Bladle
Vhan
Mfe
Inman Park
Greer
Moreland Avenue
Wylie
Waithall
Boulevard DeKalb
Athletic Club
East Lake
Forrest
George Adair
Piedmont Hotel
Woodside, Sharp, Boylston & Day
Weyman & Connors Equitable
Joel Hunter & CO
Certified Public Accountants
East Alabama St
Peachtree St
Five Points
GEO. P. Moore Real Estate
Auburn Ave
Lodge
Central Lodes No
C. F
Oad Fellows
Corage Broad
Alabama Streets
J. MM. Crouch
Gold
J. B. Vaughn
SN. A
D.L. Nichols
Reeretery
John Rosler Lodge
Hemphill Avenue
West Tenth Street
Mmeet
T. G. Urooks
W. M. Claude Woftard
Dee Yanccey
Mary J. Yancey
Church of the Immaculate Convention
B.J. Bloomfield Co
Wells
Barclay & Brandon CO
G. H. Brandon
R. M. Brandon
J. W. Awtry
See
Bom Woolley
Victor ‘Senitartum
Adents
Merrow Transfer & Storage
Alabama St
Atlanta, Ga
Shanaad
Heghes
Forign Steamship Lines
Red Star Line
Atlantic
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