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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1901
Page
8
In Atlanta society notes a man laments neglect of fundamental schooling for girls while debates rage over higher education and industrial training. He argues for concentrating on reading, writing, arithmetic, grammar, spelling, and history at early ages rather than extended discussion of college or occupation.
Athens society buzzes with engagements and gatherings. Miss Louise King Lumpkin and Stephen Cummins Upson plan a September wedding at the Lumpkin home on Prince Avenue, while Florence Hobbs hosts an al fresco party with a list of guest attendees.
Miss Kate Requemore of Loganville returns from a three week visit with relatives at 191 Courtland avenue. Miss Neta Russell plans several weeks at Indian Spring. Mr and Mrs Ek Y Sage Jr will be at home with Colonel and Mrs L Saxe after burial trip. Micah Graham Crozier spends November in Atlanta. Dr Frances Bragtey and Dr Gillman T Robinson have returned home. Rev and Mrs William R McConnell of Pooler Ga visit Mr Gordon N Hurtel at 257 Grant street. McConnell is a clergy member aiding missions in south Georgia. Mrs McConnell noted for culture. They will stay in Atlanta for several weeks.
State Manager John S. Cameron of Sun Life travels to Detroit to visit family before the company's managers’ outing. Manhattan Life expands to cover women on participating policies. Reports note electric hazards and service area issues in Asheville, N.C., and Fort Worth, Tex. The Employers' Liability Assurance Corp of London introduces a new personal accident policy and a fixed indemnity business policy with broad benefits and a pioneering combination clause. Hood’s Sarsaparilla touted for tired mothers.
The Constitution reports unprecedented interest in the coupon contest offering trips to Buffalo for the Pan American exposition. Across Georgia crowds scour public buildings and hotels for ballots as participation soars beyond initial expectations. A rural man’s innocent reply to a policeman underscores the wide awareness of the contest.
Atlanta letter carriers plan to attend the National Letter Carriers Association convention in Chattanooga lasting a week. About fifty will depart Labor Day morning and return the next day with pennant signs. Representatives include J. K. Stallings G. W. Tate and C S Crossley. Special rail rate from Atlanta is $4.10. New York round trip via Seaboard is $29.30 through Oct 31.
United States District Attorney La Folette reports that Neely faces trial for alleged Cuban postal fraud but may be unable to convict without witnesses from Cuba. Local testimony shows Neely sent 40,000 to a bank and his printing office did 319,000 in work for the Cuban department. Keyless Lock officials refuse to testify citing jurisdiction doubts.
Sheriff Nelms will send Deputy Shropshire to Rome to fetch Ed Ridley wanted for the alleged murder of Gertrude Smith, a negro woman, on July 12. Ridley, serving a Floyd county chain gang sentence, held without a reward, governor orders delivery to Fulton for trial.
The forty fifth annual session of the Grand United Order of Galilean Fishermen, a colored organization, began in Baltimore on August 6 and will run until Friday. About 350 delegates attended the opening, led by Rev. Thomas H. Shorts, supreme national grand male, of Hampton.
A murky day with frequent showers and misty intervals left the area soaked. Rain totaled .92 inches, with .42 inches recorded Monday night, while August accumulates 1.24 inches to date, 47 inches above the normal yearly rainfall, despite the cool high of 77.5 and a low of 73. The day ended with a mean of 75.2 degrees, marking the coolest summer day since June 1.
In older days people ignored lasting benefits and chased quick fixes, but now widespread knowledge that Syrup of Figs permanently overcomes habitual constipation leads sensible buyers to choose the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product over other laxatives that act briefly and harm the system.
Arrangements advance for the Confederate Veterans of Georgia reunion to be held in Macon on October 23 and 24. Veterans assemble at 10 a.m. with committees named, followed by welcome and address, then General Clement A Evans speaks. Afternoon brigade meetings and reunions. Evening receptions for Sons and Daughters of Veterans. Day two begins at 9 a.m. business sessions, parade from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and adjournment after the parade. Large turnout expected from the South Georgia brigade. An ad for Merchand Miners' Trans Co. promotes steamers from Norfolk to Boston and Providence, Savannah to Baltimore and Philadelphia, with a tour book available at J. With Agent, 10 Kimball House, Atlanta.
Preliminary internal revenue report received by the Treasury highlights Illinois at the top with vast receipts and Georgia contributing $924,377.17. Total year receipts reach about 3.806 billion dollars, with liquor leading at $116,027,979.05 and tobacco $62,481,907.13.
An aged advertisement warns of kidney complaints starting with chills and back pain and outlines varied urine changes and diseases. It promotes Stuart's Gin and Buchu as a universal cure for men women and children, claiming instant relief and safety, with order details from Stuart Drug Co. in Atlanta Georgia.
The show featured The Tourista and the trampa act to strong applause. Edmonds Emmerson and Em tons performed a lively act while The Mttle Revere sisters drew big crowds with songs and costume changes. Edeastus the equilibrist and Ferrell brothers the bicyclists offered gymnastic thrills. The vitagraph closing views and a nearly finished summer garden drew attention during intermission. Manager Anderson earned praise for the venue in Atlanta.
A summer school program at the Georgia School of Technology prepares boys for the regular session opening in October. Entry leads to admission to the regular school and the cost is small. For information write Professor 8 Wallace, care Georgia Tech, Atlanta, Ga.
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