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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1910
Page
5
A reader cites a store conflict over pricing and fairness. The Big Chief enforces pricing ethics in publishing, arguing publishers must not undercut profits or compromise integrity to attract ads. Advertisers choose rates. publishers defend credibility and steadiness of rates based on circulation quality.
After a dispute at Ethridge, Luther Morton dies as shots ring out. Luther Morton fights Arht Klhohina. Luther morton, Steve Ethridge die in a gun duel. Warrants and arrests follow as Sheriff Brooka moves to resolve the deadly confrontation and relocate suspects to Clinton for safety.
President Pearce explains Brenau as a hybrid word from German breonen meaning to burn and Latin surum meaning refined gold. The term symbolizes a college ideal of womanhood refined and pure like burnt gold, guiding training discipline and character refinement.
A burglar entered Dr. William A. Selman and family on their front porch at 10 last night, rifled two back rooms, and escaped with wearing apparel and a jewelry cage containing valuables. Police were alerted and detectives began a pursuit. A second item notes plans for Atlanta’s corn show, postponed until members return from Athens to confer with state farmers.
Atlanta real estate leaders and Mayor Maddox rally behind The Constitution editorial calling for a Georgia land exposition in Atlanta next fall. George P. Moore A. F. Liebman and Charles P. Glover hail the plan as a bold state booster, while Maddox promises strong efforts to ensure a successful event.
Rev F A White pastor of the Cosmopolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church and Lottie E Smith a Gray Street teacher were arrested in a church tied matter. A warrant from Justice Ridleys court followed requests by church stewards led by J H Harper alleging improper conduct. The church seeks an inquiry, but Bishop Branch ruled the annual conference must decide.
Anniston defeated Decatur 8 to 2 in a decisive game, with Pratt starring in center for Anniston. Hit and fielding showcased in a one-sided affair as Anniston tied the series two games to one. Batteries were Beheusler and Meek for Anniston, Clerk and Bone for Decatur.
I announced my candidacy for County Commissioner in early April independent of any faction or special interest. I shall act without alliances except with the people if elected, promising a clean businesslike administration with attention to neglected parts of both city and county. Signed Tullio Waters.
Major J. F. Hanson president of the Central of Georgia Railway Company is confined to his home after an illness that has alarmed friends and associates. The exact nature of his condition was not disclosed.
Seriously ill Major Hanson, confined to his apartment at No. 1 Peachtree Place after an attack, shows improvement per Tuesday report from his physician. Friends remain hopeful for full recovery. Includes travel offer: $12 round trip Richmond and Norfolk via Southern Railway August 13 to August 28 with through sleeping cars.
In Fulton County, no legal papers were signed by any superior court judges yesterday as none were presented. The Coffee Co dispute over dredging Porchtree crack was heard before Judge J T Penceton, taking most of the morning and to be resumed today. Lampkin sued Sir Samuels and Brady for 46000 after a glass was broken over his head in a Mitchell Forsyth saloon, alleging the assailant drank heavily. A custody hearing granted the two children Jerry and Clarence to their mother Mary Coggins after her testimony about the father's cruelty, with Mrs Coggins crying on the stand.
A fare of 15 dollars with return on August 20 and limit of September 4 via Southern Railway. The deal includes through sleeping cars for overnight comfort and convenience.
The Retail Shoe Dealers Association of Atlanta held its inaugural banquet at Durand's on Edgewood. Employers and clerks attended as F J Paxon Davison Paxon Stoken Co W Buck Buck Brow Co W W Grr George Muse Co spoke, praising the organization and its aims. Members listed include Davison Paxon Stokes, Keely, Rich Bros, Carlton Shoe, and others.
Habeas corpus proceedings opened in St Louis on behalf of Joseph Wendling wanted in Louisville Ky for involvement in Alma Kellner’s death. Six Louisville witnesses testify as lawyers argue detention here may be illegal to force a confession. The hearing before Judge Hitchcock was moved up to tomorrow at 2 p.m. with possible release or rearrest under the Missouri fugitive law anticipated.
In Atlanta a crowd heard Judge Livingston defend his congressional record and attack rival Bill Howard. He boasted of long service, disputed charges of neglecting the district, and argued a key 1909 vote kept control away from a Republican majority. Dorsey, Maddox and other locals spoke praising Livingston’s work for Georgia and the South.
At a board meeting Commissioner Barnes and Chief Jennings faced questions on warrants for state offenses and arrests without a warrant. Atticus South complained of an arrest for another, later learning it involved shooting craps. McHugh was suspended thirty days for drinking off duty and a racial incident. The board approved expanding four patrols into a reserve squad and prepared a training plan with a committee report to be distributed.
Weight Inspector W T Buchanan prosecuted Irwin Steele H C Freeman and James Willama in recorder's court for short weight violations of the 1910 city fee ordinance. Bretlo guilty fined 426.78. Willama fined 6.76 for broken scale indicator. Freeman's case dismissed after inspector noted accurate quantities by guesswork. Atlantic Ice and Coal Corp cooperating by requiring ticket payments only.
At the Atlanta Ad Men's Club meeting reports from Omaha of the Associated Advertising Clubs of America were heard. President George H Chapin tendered his resignation due to a planned move to Jacksonville. Members praised his work and called for a future meeting to welcome new members.
Toccoa voters overwhelmingly approved sewer and school bonds amid intense public interest. The city showed near unanimous support for bond measures as a tough opposition faced rout in the election. Henry S. Jackson awaits official notification of internal revenue appointment and will post the required bonds and assume the Georgia office.
In Anniston Alabama Lee Gilbert went on a whisky fueled rampage injuring Willie Graham and his sister while they aided the dying girl. Gilbert fled to a local foundry plant three floors up before being captured.
Appleton Wis August 9 Mayine Aldrich and Cannon denounce Republicans who backed the last tariff bill and push for a tariff commission with sweeping powers. Senator Joseph L Bristow of Kansas addresses several hundred voters in the second stop of his Wisconsin tour for La Follette and the insurgency.
Mrs. Cornett aged 21 died at 9 20 last night at 821 Yeachtree street. Widow of Confederate veteran George Cornett who died 16 years ago at 77. Survived by three granddaughters Mrs W C Wilson Mrs L V Wilson and Mrs A M Lowe and a grandson A M Crenshaw of Logaville. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Judge Julius C. Richardson a prominent Alabama jurist is dead after a car crash on the Mobile road fifteen miles from Montgomery. Jed Winkler and Glasgow Blewart of Grenville were injured as the high speed car left a bridge, crashed into a steep embankment, and threw Richardson from the vehicle before he died at a Montgomery hospital.
A stranger at 715 Haat Fair Street entered Lt Haynes house, sat in silence for an hour, then was escorted to a police car. He gave the name A M Berell of 50 Mast Twelfth Street and claimed he came to pay a dollar owed to a young lady, later saying it was the young lady’s father to whom the money was owed.
In Anniston Alabama on August 9 Mrs J E Carson collapsed and died at a revival service led by Huliness people. The religious fervor was intense and she fell unconscious and died at once during the height of the gathering.
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