City Hall hearing ends after tense rail conflicts
At a city committee hearing chaired by Reed the Atlanta Railway and Power Company petitions for track changes on Piedmont and Jackson streets sparked a clash with Ernest Woodruff of Power and officials of the Atlanta Rapid Transit Company. Woodruff, angered by an attorney's remark, was cautioned by Reed, and the session resumed with petitions for turnouts, switches, and double tracking across multiple city segments under review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Py Hilman
John ‘Co. Reed
Atlanta Railway
Power Company
Sts
Ernest Woodruff
Atlanta Rapid ‘Transit Company
Woodruff
L. Z. Rosser
Reed
Woodrutt
Benningston
Piedmont Avenues
Lyceum Theater
Auburn Avenue
Piedmont Avenue
War- Fen- Place
Winrise
Atlanta Railway and Power Company
Rapid Transit Company
Jackson
Mr. Woodruff
Faal Ty Bare
Summit Avenue
Irwin Street
The
Ewood Avenue
Power” Company
Fragmentary ad from Philadelphia issue on bitters and energy
Incomplete OCR fragment mentions Philadelphia and hot weather. It references workers maintaining strength and energy, and a product described as bitters. The text is garbled but suggests a vital remedy or tonic as a friend to workers. No clear event or full names are discernible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PhilAdelphia
Qustry
Estill States Correct on Positing Race Details
Fragmentary report quotes Colonel Estill confirming or denying political positions and potential candidacies involving Captain Turner and Catate Turner in Atlanta. The text mixes garbled phrases about running, support, and party interests, alongside unrelated medical assertions about a “blood sea” and tonics.
Diamonds Display On Show For Interested Buyers
To those interested in diamonds the show is now open with hundreds of beautiful stones. Jewelry or unset, awaiting choice of stone and setting by discerning buyers.
Pump Comes in October for Hemp Hill Water Works
Bas Baen reports the Hemp Hill water pumping station in Atlanta will receive a new 16,000,000 dollar pump by October 1. Holly Manufacturing Company of Lockport, N Nc, holds the contract and expects to deliver a high quality pump. Water board officials say it will be a major addition to the system and support planned future mains extensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Holly, Manufacturing, Company
Lockport
nNc
Ibeafisteslis
Aupe
Actinista
Water Board
Unclear legal dispute hints at defense aid and property sale
Fragments describe a solicitor and defense assistance tied to a dispute over property, with mentions of a transit company and theater attendance. Several garbled phrases reference lawyers, clients, and possible court action, but essential facts remain unreadable.
Winburn Denies Johnson Insults Amid Passenger Row
Attorney Angers version claims aotor Winburn denies insulting passengers as Johnson alleges. McDonnell is described as having used an insulting remark toward some travelers. Flagman involved in the dispute provides no confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aotor Winburn
Johnson
McDonnell
Flagman
Police Court Notes Under Judge Kontz Reported
An 19th or early 20th century police court under Judge Kontz is described with remarks on minor offenders. A shooting gallery case led to a $100 fine plus costs, with a suggestion to amend the city ordinance for discretion. The scene features admonitions to a young drunk and comments on past recorder service.
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Konitz
Estelle
Yesteriay
Astrologer warns of changes and travel today
The reading predicts changes or travel and possible anxiety for business, plus a warning of courtship or marriage. A child born today may be restless yet respected, with slow business progress but strong wit. A severe storm drenched Atlanta, flooding streets and turning it to mud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Weather Bureau
Savere Storma
City code list guides sidewalk maintenance crusade
Inspectors ordered notifications on all properties and the city code outlines duties to keep sidewalks passable. Captain Hope discussed the matter with Mayor Milne and the chief promised near cooperation in the sidewalk safety drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canitary
Hope
Milne
Low Rates From Atlanta to Oklahoma and Indian Territory
From Atlanta to Oklahoma and Indian Territory Wis M Hy and T Ry dated August 20 September 3 and 17. For full information map rates call or address 2 on P day TP AL at Equita Building Atlanta Ga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Oklahoma
Indian ‘Territory
Wis M
T. Ry
Equita Building
Atlanta, Ga
Ill Pastor Rev D G Armstrong Stricken With Typhoid
Reports from Salem Virginia indicate Rev D G Armstrong pastor at Inman Park Presbyterian Church is ill with typhoid fever. The Atlanta advices note he is very ill at home with his wife Mrs Armstrong and family.
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Inmen
Park Church
Salem
Atlanta
D. G. ‘Armatrong
Inman Park
Pardon Plea in Dolly Pritchett Case Faces Conditions
The State Federation of Women's Clubs backs Dolly Pritchett's pardon but demands her return to the Home of the Good Shepherd and a guardian appointed by Cherokes County. The commission requires parental authority restated by Dolly’s mother and notes the father’s death left a 590 legacy that complicates guardianship. A formal application for a guardian may be filed to enable pardon.
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Dellandecitn
D. Tg. J. Lindsay’ Johnson
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
BE. A. Horne
Dolly Pritchstt
Good Shepherd
Georgetown
State Federation of Woman's Clubs
Prison Commission
Dolly Pritchett Werre
Gir
Ondindry
Cherokes
Guarian
Erit
Morsini Ofd Reformatory
Gets a Pardon on Circumstantial Evidence Case
A defendant receives a pardon after legal review citing circumstantial evidence. The outcome hinges on the application and final government decision.
Weather report notes temperature range and forecast
Dispatches sent promptly as the day opened with a high of 81 and a low of 70, mean exactly normal. The forecast calls for rain and the Weather Bureau relocated yesterday into the Empire building, with no records of conditions lost during the move despite the inclement weather.
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Bama
Weather Bureau
Empire Building
School books wanted by John M. Miller Co.
Book buy offer from John M. Miller Co. paying good prices for schoolbooks in prime condition. No rush due to light demand. Located at 33 Marietta Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Miller Co
Marietta Street
Harbor Master Loses Case Over Four Year Appointment
In Fernandina, Florida, the State versus Captain Thomas of the British Steamer Lowlands and John G. McGiffin charged with opposing Harbor Master Davis were dismissed by Judge Hell. The court held the harbor master lacked authority as he was appointed for four years, while the statute provides for two years. This noted ruling centers on the dispute over proper tenure and discharge of duties.
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Fernandina, Ka
Avugues K
Thomas
Lowlands
John G. McGiffin
Davis
Hell
Florida
Thia
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Estill
Ould Sey
Turner
Catate Turneri
Quitme J
Eatill
Araaparilla
Diamunu
Bi Whitehain
Bas Baen
Golonet - Woodward
Holljr
Charles JD. Hill
Garvlees
Reve Boy
Malatet Hay
Shile
Hht
Prateste
Drs
Mortis Brandon
Transit ‘Compantronage
Setae
Ang
Spice Police
Kontz
Wourey
Astoniehestris
Fouce
Customs Police Court
Hirsch Bros
D. G. Armstrong
Eigie Mga
Bete
Terge
Smut
Costa
Atlanta Phono CO
Hington, BD
Eiseman Bros
Hattimore, Nia
Avew Paints
Serge
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