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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1921
Page
4
Washington dispatch notes a July decline in the cotton crop forecast to 8,203,000 bales, down from 8,433,000. The briefing cites heavy boll weevil damage in the belt’s southern and eastern regions, tied to July rains and fertilizer losses. Conditions are favorable only in fringe areas, with prospects deteriorating due to drought risk and weed growth, impacting growth and yields across South Carolina to Missouri.
Washington August 1 The boll weevil and rising weeds devastated the cotton crop in July aided by heavy rain and heat The Department of Agriculture forecasts production at 8 203 000 bales a loss of 230 000 bales from the previous month and notes a 4.6 point drop in condition to 64 7 percent The experts warn of continued and increased damage from boll weevil as the crop remains exhausted and prospects grow unpromising across the region
Atlanta rises as a key rubber products hub as Victory Rubber Manufacturing reorganizes by absorbing Cotton States Hubster. G. J. Reuter becomes president, and the new board includes S. S. Shepard, W. P. Glover, A. L. Waldo, and W. S. Butka. The move aims to extend Atlanta’s role as the South’s premier distributing point for rubber goods amid a recovering economy.
Steel markets in the Youngstown district show a week of higher activity with open hearth production at about half capacity. Sharon Steel Hoop resumes blast furnace operation adding seven furnaces active in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys. Rolling mills at major plants raise output. Carnegie Steel plans 85 percent operation at Ohio works, with increases at Republic Iron and Steel and Armco.
Washington officials said issuance of regular series War Finance Corporation short term bonds may begin soon if Congress passes legislation to broaden powers for agricultural and railroad relief. Financing methods to fund the large demand expected may follow the general treasury policy for current needs.
Fragmented report details arrivals and movements at New York and other ports with figures totaling about 16.6 million alongside assorted vessel names, cargo items, and prices. The text mixes ship arrivals, sailings, and agricultural goods quotes, interwoven with place names and dates, in a dense ledger-like summary.
Permanent officers of the committee of 100 are to be elected at 11 o'clock this morning at Cable ball and a Diey of activity. An executive committee of 22 members, one man and one woman from each ward, was authorized Monday, with appointments made in nine wards. A list of the committee follows with names by ward and status.
East Point Georgia August 1 special Gas masks were deployed Monday by workers trying to quell a chemical fire in Furman Farm Improvement Company fertilizer tanks. A smoke plume rose from the tanks Saturday midnight and water from East Point and College Park fire departments failed to stop the blaze. Workers were to disconnect pipes and shut off the chemical air supply. Secretary W C McCarty estimated losses running into thousands of dollars though exact costs could not be measured due to unknown chemical content.
Hearing before Judge George L. Bell questioned the validity of a $75,000 College Park bond vote. J. J. Foster alleges improper registration practices and voter eligibility issues, including gender and race voting concerns. Attorneys Galland Watkins Mack Bolding for the petitioner and City Attorney Whitman for College Park appeared.
Washington August 1 report shows ocean freight rates from Atlantic U S ports to the United Kingdom for wheat and cotton fell about 50 percent from November 1920 to August 1 1921. The analysis compares freight rates to prices, notes shifts in ratios, and cites associated rail and ocean transport costs and regional advantages for Argentina and the United States.
A break in occurred at the H. Cohen home on Robin Street Sunday night. The intruders chloroformed the occupants and looted cash totaling $200 in cash, checks worth $8.80, two watches, and other items. Entry was gained through a dining room window according to the homeowner’s report.
Aldine Chambers announces he will formally file grand jury charges today against Solicitor General John Boykin. He says he will take full responsibility for the investigation and expects the grand jury to name a special prosecutor and return a true bill.
Athens Ga August 1 Special According to statements issued Monday by University of Georgia officials the enrollment for 1921 22 will eclipse previous sessions. With only three small dormitories for male students and one dorm for women rooms for 1200 or more students will be a acute problem. Adequate class rooms are also demanding attention. In one department enrollment exceeded 500 with only two classrooms last year and more demand is expected. The teaching staff is reduced by 52 professors and instructors leaving due to insufficient salaries after Georgia Legislature funding shortfall.
War Mothers of Fulton county and American Legion Auxiliary members will meet at the terminal station this morning at 6:30 to honor forty five flag draped coffins arriving at 7:30 en route home. Disabled soldiers and patriotic citizens will participate in simple exercises over the coffins as groups of returning dead are laid to rest in native soil.
Funeral services for John S Cameron, prominent insurance man, who died Sunday at his home 10 St Charles Place, will be held at North Avenue Presbyterian Church at 4 30 this afternoon. He was 59, a longtime Atlanta resident. Survived by widow and three daughters, plus other relatives. Interment in West View Cemetery.
Augusta Ga August 1 two women were appointed to the civil service commission by the city council in regular session. They are Mrs L S Arrington local clubwoman and society leader and Mrs Harry M Carpenter active in social work. Their appointments followed the resignations of Commissioners M H H Davall and E J Lyons accepted by council last night.
Witnesses described improvised hearings and adjournments as the committee probes county road construction. Testimony showed roads used county and federal funds, with the state highway department only inspecting specifications and securing federal aid. Some witnesses noted alleged overcharges and that contracts were rebid after injunctions.
Atlanta Rotarians host an English style veal dinner on the Ansley roof garden tonight. Delegates to the International Rotary convention in Edinburgh arrange the event to mirror London Rotary hospitality. Edgar Harrison chairs the dinner with C. M. Marshall as toastmaster, highlighting European experiences shared by delegates.
Mayor Findley of Iva shot at Travis Cash and four accomplices during a chase after Cash eloped with the mayor's 14 year old daughter Edith. The car overturned. Findley was hospitalized with injuries while his two sons escaped unhurt. Authorities say gunfire began when the pursuit intensified.
Editors of the Eighth District Press association convene in Athens on Friday August 5 for a day of celebration and business. The program includes a noon feature at the Georgian hotel with a big Junction game followed by a city tour visiting the University of Georgia State College of Agriculture State Normal School Lucy Cobb Institute and other sites. a chamber committee organizes the entertainment.
LaGrange Ga August 1 specials The second week of Troup 1 superior court convened Monday at 10 o'clock with Judge CE Roop presiding All criminal cases were assigned for hearing this week Only one case involves murder Gedree Jackson a negro alleged to have shot Otis Jornton another negro near E M Sivell's place four miles from LaGrange The trial is set for Tuesday morning The shooting followed a gambling dispute the day before
Athens Ga August 1 Spacial. Dr Andrew M Soule president of the State College of Agriculture announced three weeks courses at the institution postponed indefinitely following Georgia legislature appropriations committee suggestion that Smith Lever funds be exhausted in Georgia. The 300 cents would have assisted but funds derived from Smith Lever appropriation caused postponement until clarity on legislation and funding.
The bill at Leew’s Grand features five vaudeville acts led by the lively Street Urchin Pletcher and Terre duo and a strong jaw finale. Howard presents The Great Moment with Gloria Swanson in a ceremonial drama directed by Sam Wood, while Criterion debuts Anita Stewart in Playthings of Destiny with Herbert Rawlinson and Walter McGrall delivering robust support. The program blends varied humor with high drama across le ad theatres, pleasing audiences all week.
A film adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s Without Benefit of Clergy screens at the Metropolitan theater. Set in Lahore India the production highlights vivid street life bazaars temples and a blend of occidental and Oriental atmosphere. Virginia Faire embodies a typical character in this carefully cast drama.
Richmond Va August 9 voters prepare for primaries in a spirited campaign for governor lieutenant governor and corporation commissioner. Harry St George Tucker of Lexington and B S Trinkle of Wytheville lead the gubernatorial race while four vie for lieutenant governor and two seek the corporation commission post. Several statewide offices have unopposed nominees including John R Saunders Harris Hart and Charles A Johnston.
Mayo Fla August 1 William Perry 69 a pioneer citizen and wealthy cattleman was arrested and held without bond after a coroner jury returned a verdict charging him with the murder of his 18 year old wife and 38 year old sister in law Pearl Malcolm whose charred bodies were found in a burnt log cabin fifteen miles from Mayo early Saturday.
Birmingham Alabama August 1 Fred WeDuff chief deputy sheriff of Jefferson county declined to accept the post of chief of the state law enforcement department This occurred when Mr McDuff wired Governor Thomas Ruby declining the post Conrad W W Austin held the post until his resignation was requested last week for failing to discharge members of his force during raids on homes of Mobile citizens instructed to do so
A violent earthquake rattled Leg horn Italy and nearby regions on Monday. A large building collapsed in Barlo burying many people as damage spread via dispatch to the London Times. The total death toll and full extent of casualties remain unknown.
In a tense hearing, Chancellor J W W Stout ruled the University cannot be removed from Clarksville to Memphis. The decision blocks transferring the institution, noting the university is not nonprofit corporate property and asserting local legalities bind its location. The case centers on TN rights to keep the university in Clarksville and related financial matters.
The Strand runs The Face at Your Window a Max Marcin drama featuring American Legion as the heroic figure amid a plot of alien agitators. Forsyth screens A Broken Doll Allan Dwan comedy drama based on The Saturday Evening Post story Johnny Captured with Monte Blue and Mary Thurman.
Washington announces suspension of Commissioners Quinn New York Smith Reynolds and others after investigation into alleged acceptance of fees for vessel entry and clearance. Hoover says tipping by shipowners to speed papers became common, to be ended. both owners and officials warned this violated the law.
Washington August 1 Construction of navigation path waterway between the Flint and Ocmulgee rivers in Georgia is inadvisable, according to an Army engineers report transmitted today to Congress by Secretary Weeks.
Classified rates follow classifications for ads such as For Rent Rooms Furnished or Unfurnished and Wanted Boarders. Cash with order only for some, no phone orders for cash in advance ads, discontinues in writing, and courteous operators provide rate details. Telephone ads accepted with immediate payment. main number 5600.
A jumble of names and offers includes a California trip for 60 days, reading services with fees, Adelaide Erwin in Georgia, a maternity sanitarium invitation, a party traveling to Asheville with carpool options, and Raymond Lake lodging near Atlanta with weekly rates.
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