Atlanta Constitution 1912 August 11 editorial notes and notices
A torn OCR page from The Constitution in Atlanta dated August 11, 1912 includes office roles like Business Manager Albert Bowell and circulation details for daily and weekly editions. It lists distribution areas, subscription rates, Washington Bureau presence, and street vendor notices. The piece also offers editorial quips about conventions, politics, and public figures, plus commentary on current events and a humorous take on hot weather and political life.
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Atlanta
Am Isee
Holliday
Constitution
Haiig
Washington
Constitutes
Hibbe
Filtosath Wirsetz
John Corrigan
New
Broadway
Times Building
Whitey-eighth Street
Bint
Noticht
H Por X
W H. Overbey
D. 1
Crowley
Desser
Agant
Whoopee the Great In Georgia Politics
An Atlanta audience hears Hooper Alexander dubbed Whoopee or Alexander the Great. The piece accuses him of political manipulation around the Tippins bill and referendum clause, alleging he killed the bill to boost a gubernatorial bid while alienating prohibitionists progressives and the judiciary.
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Hooper Alexander
Atlanta
Alexander the Great
Mr. Alexander
Georgia
Ringgold
Jeremiah
Whoopee
Sherman
Decatur
Tippins
Mr. Tippins
Tom Watson
Alexander
Brown
Salt River
Week's Harvest in Atlanta Boosts Trade and Image
Atlanta manufacturers and Southern merchants conclude a joint exposition and convention boosted home industry faith, drew large crowds, and left a treasury surplus. Delegations from Chattanooga and Birmingham visited, signaling future business and enhanced Atlanta prestige. Credit to the local Merchants and Manufacturers Association and chamber of commerce for seizing opportunity.
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South
Atlanta
Chattanooga
Birmingham
Southern Merchants’ Convention
Atlanta Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association
Chamber of Commerce
Public conscience key to real judicial reform says judge
Judge Robert m1 Daniel at Griffin warns reform hinges on people backing courts and enforcing the law. He argues indictments cost more than canal spending and that without a healthy public conscience, reform will fail and criminals escape justice. A torpid public conscience aids rogues of all ranks.
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Griffin
Robert m1 Daniel
Daniel
United States
Panama Canal
England
Atlanta for the Navy A plea to name a ship Atlanta
A columnist advocates naming a future Navy cruiser Atlanta to honor the city. The piece notes Atlanta’s growth, international prestige, and past naval service, urging Congress and Georgia’s representatives to restore the name in the fleet.
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New South
Atlanta
South
Navy
Central South
Congress
House
Senate
Restoring Our Flag to the Seal in Panama Bill
Senate approval of the Williams amendment allows Americans to buy foreign built ships for American registry and fly Stars and Stripes from their masts. The piece seeks to end the embargo on foreign vessels in U S registries and prompt a return of Old Glory to the seas. The House action is anticipated in line with Democratic control.
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United States Senate
John Sharp Willams
Mississippi
House of Representatives
Willams
Conserving Those Ruling Tomorrow At Public Health Crossroads
Dr. Thomas D. Wood of Columbia University estimates fifteen million American children need medical attention. He cites widespread defects, including heart disease, TB, spine curvature, vision, and malnutrition, urging state and federal action and school health programs to improve the next generation’s well being. Local leaders in Atlanta and Fulton County have begun school medical inspections and contemplate broader sanitation and health posts to tackle the alarming figures.
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Thomas D. Wood
Columbia University
United States Bureau of Education
Atlanta
Georgia
Fulton County
Wood
General Assembly
Fulton
Woods
The Good World and Saints in a Humble Verse
A collage of short phrases and quotes from poems and reflections. Mentions heaven, the Jasper sea, the other side of Jordan, harpers, saints, and contentment with this world. Includes jests about publishers, aeroplanes, and literary fame. Ends with hopeful notes of gratitude and the promised land in view.
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Jordan
Martians Described by M de Bressignac
Parts August 10 According to M de Bressignac a scientist who spent a fortune on astronomical endowment says communication with Mars will occur within a year. He claims Martians are tall fair haired with eyelids minimal and sleep at work under Martian night. They are mainly agricultural with footwear and clothing from plant growth.
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M. de Bressignac
Mars
de Bresaignac
Romans May Construct Immense Motordrome
August 10 Rome city officials consider building a vast motor drome outside the limits to revive ancient market races and attract visitors. The plan aims to leverage Olympic interest in Stockholm for a modern auto tournament to draw Americans and others to spend time and money around Rome.
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Ome
Rome
Aalte
Btockholm
Henra
London calls for British American peace plan
The British Review of Reviews urges Winston Churchill to send a joint dreadnaught fleet with the United States to New York to reinforce peace. It advocates a revised Monroe Doctrine and a formal Anglo American alliance of mutual interest, underscoring shared language and imperial ties.
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British Review of Reviews
Winston Churchil
Long Tweedmouth
Mediterranean
London
United States
Atlantic
Winston Churchill
New York
Prince of Wales
Carnarvon
Wales
America
Kingland
Edward I
George
British Empire
SIX RUNNING IN GRADY FOR REPRESENTATIVE
Cairo Georgia August 10 special primary election in Grady county promises a heated race for representative. Five candidates plus incumbent Collins contest the post. A new entrant seeks abolishing the city court of Calrog and Whigham, adding to the contest. The county board chairman opposed a salary bill for the city court solicitor, a move Collins rejected. J L Peebles, commissioner, enters the race on abolishment platform.
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Cairo
Grady County
Collins
Bolne
Colling
Calrog and
Whigham
Atlanta
Board of County Commissioners
J. L Peebles
Congressional Delay Drove Him To Death by Gas
Philadelphia reports that Thomas Harkin a veteran of Gettysburg who lost a leg attempted suicide by gas after his pension check was late. Family says congressional delay in passing pension legislation left him despondent and unable to cope. His door was forced open in time to save his life.
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Philadelphia
Thomas Harkin
Gettysburg
Mother Loses Life Trying to Save Son in Harbor
In Buffalo New York Mrs Edward Clock of Passaic New Jersey died while attempting to rescue her 2 year old son who fell overboard from a yacht. Moments after the boy tripped on a rope, Mrs Clock plunged in but could not be saved due to restrictive clothing. Men from the Buffalo Yacht Club reached the scene quickly, but revived her efforts failed. The boy's body was recovered about an hour later.
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Buffalo
Edward Clock
Passaic
Eightyearold girl saves mother and baby in canal attempt
In Cleveland on August 10 an 8 year old girl named Matilda followed her mother Mrs Miller and her infant to the Ohio canal. She summoned passerby John Heidtott who helped stop the mother from jumping in with the baby, averting tragedy.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Anha Milley
Matilda
Ohio Canal
John Heid Iott
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