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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1913

Page

11

Ashantee Country House Party to Clayton Gt From Atlanta

OVUUILI I House Party at Ashantee in Clayton Gt where a congenial group will attend a week long house party hosted by Mrs W A Parker and Miss Louise Parker, with a list of attendees including Miss Margaret Murphy and many others from Newnan, Cedartown, Atlanta, and nearby towns. A separate porch party at Miss Clara Smith’s on Ponce de Leon Ave honors Miss Bengovan Waring of Norton, Va with games and a punch service by Ada Barnette and Lullan Smith. The Rice tea at the Driving Club terrace features Miss Daisy Le Craw and Miss Helen Sibley among a large guest list with fashion notes on gowns and hats. An al fresco party on West Peachtree St hosted by Mrs Claude Showmake entertains Miss Louise Alexander and Miss Daisy Le Craw with Birmingham guests.

Ashantee Clayton Gt Mra W A. Parker Louise Parker Ashantea Margaret Murphy Newnan Florine Hardwick Cedar Town Edith McKenzie Wontezuma Jessie Thompson Msra Scott Wars Murphy Atlanta Robert Tate Brevens Albert Brewer Elberton June Bunn Chariie Thompson James Roane Robert Bauga Robert Redding Clara Smith Ponce de Leon Avenue Bengovan Waring Nortons Va Ada Barnette Lullan Smith Misa Waring Cathleen Muller Clyde Rapp Louise Bates Annie Lee Gray Stirling Price Wary Smith Wortha Bloodworth Lilza Miss Rice Annie Sykes Rice Daisy le Craw Helen Sibley Brmingham Louise Alexander Augusta Cleude Bhowmake Miss Sibley Miss le Claude Showmake West Peachtree Street Sibley Birmingham

Mr Tidwell's Dance Delights Youthful Society at Lola Grove

A summer gathering hosted by Mr Reuben Bruce Tilwett of Denver, spending time with his grandfather Vir Row Tidwell, drew a large young guest list at Lola Grove on Williams Mill Road. Numerous Tidwell relations and local families attended, with Miss Marian Woolley, Miss Edna Crawford of Calmba, and Miss Louise Watts among the guests. Punch service was provided by Miss Elizabeth Mawell and Miss Florence Qbear, and the affair featured a notable turnout from Quitman and Columbus social circles.

Reuben Bruce Tilwett Denver Vir Row Tidwell Lola Grove Williams Mill Dd Howard McCall Jr Wiilliam ‘Tidwell Denser Wiss C RB A Ot. Tidwell Quitman George 8 Obear Jr Howard Frank Bo Logan Crichton Leon Walker Asa Candler Jr Arian Woolley He caAm West Peachtree Street Mary Murphey Wis Edna Crawford Calmba Indian Young Quitmen Wess Flizaleth Mawel Wiss Florence Qbear Wise Doroth Ault Chattanooga Visa Mayrechten Pattie Metteheer Mise Grae Bloodworth Wiss Nelle Walker Mary Stewart Wiss Ann Parrers Rm Mias Nell Heate Dorothy Lillion Dorothy Brown New York Carre Bimnt Iss Blewhe Traine Carters Moss War Parker Tora Savitt Columbus Manan Clumbus Freon Green Margaret Lowman Birmnghem Mita Wert Dunser Vare Dinkins Ib A Candler Texas Helen Dike Ike Jessie Mason Meddoer Athen Howard McCall Jr Frank Tidwell

Matinee Party Honors Miss Louise Scarborough Guest of Mrs Dobbs

Miss Frances Springer hosted a matinee party for Miss Louise Scarborough of Columbus, guest of Mrs Dobbs, with Miss Martha McCree and Miss Mary Holland Roberts among the attendees. A later luncheon at Joyeuse followed, hosted by Mrs Otties for Mrs Middo and Mrs Little, featuring white and rose crepe myrtle decor, silver cups, painted place cards, and summer flowers.

Frances Springer Louise Scarborough Columbus Miso Fa. Dobbs Martha McCree Mary Holland Roberts Joyeuse John E. Otties Joyeuse Vestyriia Robert Middo John Little Littles Marie Thomas B Belcher Wich Gitley Mrs Little Maddox

Social Items Reflect Local Lives and Notable Occurrences

Fragmented notes reveal social happenings including visits, family ties, and summer activities. Mentions of Mr hu, Se do Jr, and local residents hint at gatherings, travels, and pending projects. The text preserves names and places while conveying a mood of community connectivity.

Local Names and Summer Travel From North Carolina to New York

The notice lists residents and visitors including Miss Clare Harden, Mr and Mrs AD Legg of Baltimore, Sallie Adams, Miss Ida Hichardson, Mr Joseph L Flynn, Mre Kate Blatterman, Muss Alethea Latham, Mr and Mrs Cornelius Sheehan, Mra WD Tidwell and son from Denver, Mrs C Rowland and son, Mrs Ad Tidwell and daughters from Quitman, and Mrs William J Garrett and Miss William Riley Boyd planning trips or visits in Boston, New York, Savannah, Tybee, and the mountains of North Carolina, plus summer stays at Sevanace Tenn and.

Clare Harden AD Legg Baltimore Claude Ashley Margaret Ashley Creary Adam St Joseph Ormary Ida Hichardson Joseph L Flynn Tybee Oo Kate Blatterman North Carolr Muss Alethea Lathams Abe Columbia Salles Cornelius Sheehan Boston New York Savannah Tidwell Denver Gole Crlowell Deiglan Ad Tidwell Quitman Vr RW. T Howe Willams Mil Road Mian Harria Sokdel Athens Mery Fugl William J Garrett William Riley Boyd Willeave Totay Werren Boyd Sevance Tenn

Croxton Begins Work as A B A Passenger Agent

Croxton, who succeeded W H Leahy as general passenger agent of the A B A, began duties yesterday. Formerly with the Norfolk Southern at Norfolk, he has held several high railroad posts and is regarded as a top railway official. He will receive a cordial welcome in Atlanta and city activities.

Wow Croxton W HO Leahy Industrial and Statistical Bureau Chamber of Commerce Croxton Pasenger Norfolk Southern Norfolk Atlanta

Leahy Named Head of Atlanta Industrial Bureau

W H Leahy, former general passenger agent of the AB & A railroad, becomes head of the Industrial and Statistical Bureau of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. He began duties yesterday, selecting a temporary office site as the new building is completed. The bureau will seek better freight rates, improve railroad service for Atlantans, attract manufacturers, and retain existing businesses.

W OH Leahy AB & A Industrial and Statistical Bureau Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Lashy Mr Leah

Loving Cups Presented to Henry S Jackson

Two silver loving cups with HSJ monogram were presented to Henry S Jackson by the Internal Revenue force of Georgia in Atlanta as thanks for services. The cups, inscribed with Presented to Henry S Jackson by the internal revenue force of the district of Georgia, were given just before his transfer as Georgia state collector to A O Blalock. The ceremony occurred in the United States Building assistant custodians office with remarks by Oscar Pendly and others.

Henry S Jackson Internal Revenue State of Georgia O Blalock United States Atlanta U 5 Henry 3S Jackson District of Georgia Oscar Pendly

Central Baptist Church Sunday Services Absent Pastor

Due to Draleb Ridley's absence he left Monday for Sxlya NC to preside over a Bible conference. In the morning the pulpit is supplied by J B Richards secretary treasurer of the Georgia Anti Bialoga League and at night by Charlie T Tillman the well known evangelist and song book publisher. Central chorus will render several special musical selections at both services.

Draleb Ridley Central Baptist Church Sxlya NC J B Richards Georgia Anti Bialoga League Charlie T. Tillman Central Chorus

Steeple Jack Falls but Is Uninjured

Steeple jack W W Burdette fell 39 feet from the smokestack of the Western Newspaper on Central avenue Friday morning. He landed on tin roofing after his tackle failed and lay unconscious briefly. He reached Grady hospital, then walked back to the stack and resumed work within an hour.

Burdette State Street Western Newspaper Company Central Avenue Grady Hospital

Funds Sought for Colored Warren Church Construction

Rev E H Oliver, pastor of the colored Warren Methodist Church, appeals for funds to build a church in a congested Black area of the city. Groundbreaking on the 19th featured Rev Dr CE Wiimer of St Luke's Episcopal Church. The church plans a day school, nursery, and general institutional work for the colored population. contributions should be sent to Hey & H Oliver, South Atlanta Street.

E H Oliver Colored Warren Methodist Church CE Wiimer S Lukes Episcopal Church Hey & H Oliver South Atlanta

Three Mansion Sales Resolutions Move Through Senate Committee

Three resolutions propose exchange sale or lease of the Governor mansion. Peyton would form a five member commission and require legislative approval before finalizing any deal, Turner seeks power to close a sale without assembly report, Watts cites a 400000 valuation with rumored offers. Public Property committee leans toward replacing the mansion and drafting a joint substitute incorporating features from all three measures.

Governors Mansion State Senate Peyton vi Senate House Public Property Committee Peyton B . Miller Miller Turner General Assembly Watts

College Park Slogan Contest Prompted by Rain

Citizens gathered at the College Park board of trade to pick a slogan and name for the citys commercial body. A 35 dollar gold prize drew hundreds nationwide. Charles J Haden of Atlanta urged progress and reforms. A homecoming, cleanup, and postcard day were also planned with dates to be announced.

College Park Board of Trade Charles J Haden Atlanta

Tennessee Copper Co Granted Year Extension on Emission Tests

The Tennessee Copper Company near Ducktown, Ga., was granted a year's extension to demonstrate the efficiency of its appliances for eliminating damaging fumes from adjacent farms. The extension follows a Senate amendment to the Wright resolution, concurred in by the House on Friday. The Supreme Court had set a deadline to expire in October of this year.

Tennessee Copper Company Ducktown Wes Senate Wright House United States Supreme Court

Slade Demands Report on Military Measures

Representative Slade of Muskogee introduced a resolution demanding the house committee on military affairs report next Monday on two companion bills. He argues the measures would give the military supreme local authority over civil power when ordered out and says the committee has held them without reporting.

House Committee On Military Affairs Slade Muscogee House

Fire at G A F Grocery causes $2500 loss at Piedmont Ave

A fire on the second floor of the G A F Grocery Co building at 22 Piedmont Avenue caused $2500 damage. The blaze, believed to start from wiring, was spotted by Call Officers McHugh Arnold and Williams as they investigated mysterious pistol shots. Fire companies 6, 4, and 7 battled the blaze and secured it. the loss is fully insured.

G A & F Grocery Co Piedmont Avenue McHugh Arnold and WeWilliams Bilding

Grove Tonic Aids Liver Boost and Blood Purification

An old standard general tonic claims to arouse the liver to action and purge malaria from the blood. Marketed as a strengthening remedy for adults and children, it touts overall system support and health benefits.

Resolution on Western and Atlantic railroad commission

A unanimous committee report approves a resolution creating a bi partisan commission of Senate and House members plus two citizen experts to investigate extending and releasing the Western and Atlantic railroad. The panel will assess property, port facilities, costs, terms, and state ownership implications for lines from Chattanooga to various points and along the coast.

F L. Sweat Western and Atlantic Committee On Western and Atlantic House of Representatives Senate Sunta Sali Road Thay General Assembly Eald Commission Auld Commission Westero and Atlantic Railroad Viata Auld Railroad Chattanooga Town Atlanta Southern Railroad Company Fort Valley Atlantic Wapcross Northern Railroad Company Fort Vat Jey Ga Coustue Aald Potas Jacksonville Western and Ailant Chattanooga Ten Nates River Western and Atlantic Railroad

Glass clash over crematory glass delays construction

A dispute between New York’s construction department and Destructor Company engineers over glass specs for the $260000 crematory risks a protracted battle. The city demanded polished glass, while the company insisted on one-sided polished glass. The health board approved a compromise offering materials worth 853 dollars in exchange for the spec change.

Destructor Company of New York Halfman W E Dowd Destructor

Mayor Demands Tiestruetor Adhere to Contract Terms

In a firm stance, Mayor Woodward insists the Tiestruetor company execute the contract exactly as written. No alterations will be accepted, he states, underscoring commitment to specified provisions and accountability.

Mayor Woodward Tiestruetor Company Iil

Cordele Postmaster F G Boatright Faces Resignation Request

Cordele Georgia August 1 Special Postmaster General Burleson has requested the resignation of Cordele Postmaster F G Boatright after an investigation by the Post Office Department inspectors found inadequate personal attention to duties. Boatright refuses to discuss the matter beyond confirming the request. his term expires February 16, 1954.

Cordele F G Boatright Burleson Boatright Postoffce Goatright Beatricht Troosevelt Taft Bazemore Felder J W Bivina A L Mcarthur I Kelly J D Pate Hach Charles R Crips Third Gistrict

Sumter County Tax Returns Reflect Strong Prosperity

Sumter county closes in on tax rolls with valuations likely surpassing 37 million dollars. The continued prosperity is evident in property returns, with Lana valuations stable and figures nearing or exceeding last year despite economic stringency.

Americus Sumter Lana

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