Supreme Court Bans Picketing in Labor Dispute
The Fulton Supreme Court upholds a lower injunction against picketing at the Van Winkle Gin and Machine Works. It bars strikers and sympathizers from surrounding the employer’s premises with violence or coercion, while allowing lawful argument and moral suasion. The decision clarifies that peaceful persuasion to persuade workers to leave or not enter employment remains lawful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
van Winkle Gin and Machine Works
Atlanta
No. 1
International Association of Machinists
van Winkle Company
Superior Court
Jee
Machinists
Inbor Nninna
BUC
Courta
Nave
Puch
Natrola
Sirikera
Belid
Or Uivar
Miblie
War on Near Beer Urged by Rev Dr Broughton in Georgia
From New York Rev Dr Len G Broughton sails to England for a month then returns to Georgia to lead a crusade against near beer. He accuses Georgia officials of violating prohibition, vows to organize voters to enforce the law, and warns Atlanta residents to rise to moral duties amid calls for new city leaders. He writes from Hotel Seymour New York August 6 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Len G. Broughton
Broughton
New York
England
Atlantic
New England
W York
Alu
Geores
Whisky Devia
Worshy
Geargat
Recorder’s Court
Supreme Court
Grand Jury
Grud
Ivan
Gener
Atlanta
Seymour
Free Hand Given Holland in Venezuela Policy
The Netherlands may act freely against Venezuela with one proviso nonmilitary territorial gains are forbidden. Washington signals no objection to blockade or maritime measures if no territory is seized. Arthur Beaupre reported cordial talks with the Dutch premier and the Netherlands cruiser Friesland has no Caribbean call before month’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Hague
Washington
Bren
Netherlands
Castro
Venezuela
Arthur M. Beaupre
Beaupre
State Department
United States
Friesland Dora
Cail
Caribbean
Jewelry and Allied Lines History of a Jewelry Business Growth
A historical note describes a merchant's broadening line from Jewelry and Silverware to include Fine China Fine Crystal Brics and decorative marble objects while affirming the core principle Quality Goods and Quality Methods. The excerpt emphasizes ongoing commitment to quality despite expansion.
Maier and Berkeley Firm Report Major Milestone
Maier and Berkeley Co. announced a significant milestone, detailing new capabilities and expanded markets. Key executives cited growth in filings, partnerships, and planned investments across their manufacturing and design divisions.
Red Spiders Threaten Cotton Crops In State
The state Entomology Department reports a new red spider attacking cotton across sections. Minute and visible only with a magnifier, the pest clogs undersides of leaves, causes shedding, and weakens plants. Entomologist E L Worsham advises dusting affected undersides with a 1 equal mix of slaked lime and sulphur to eradicate if caught early.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Entomological Department
State Department of Entomology
E. L. Worsham
Mass Death Sentences Reported Across Russian Empire
On August 18 nineteen death sentences were carried out in the Russian empire. Kharkiv and Kiev each saw one and three respectively, Warsaw had five, and Lodz ten. The Lodz executions targeted peasants condemned for revolutionary activity months earlier and granted retrial by the supreme military court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
Russian Empire
Kharkiv
Kiev
Warsaw
Lodz
Aupreme Military
Near Beer Ordinance Defied by Atlanta Vendor
Morris Cohen, owner of a Decatur street soft drink shop, was arraigned in Atlanta’s recorder court facing four indictments for near beer violations. He was convicted on two counts for selling near beer without a license and keeping shop open on Sunday, fined 100.75 dollars per case, and plans an appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Cohen
Atlinia
Decatur Street
Cohen
Recorder’s Court
Mornong
J. T. Wright
Ciy
Ani
Frank M. Hughes
Morris Macke i
James L. Mayson
General Council of
Altanta
Police Committee of Council
Bis
Atlanta
Wright
Hughes
Mason
Cullen
Council
General Council
Jim
Costa
Bond
Ballard Bifocals Promote All-in-One Eyewear
Advertises Walter Ballard Optical in Atlanta offering bifocals that combine reading and walking glasses in one frame with curved shapes and sun glare protection. Claims popular, long-standing type of bifocal, urging customers to compare service. Also notes Alabama pig iron price rise to 13 per ton for No 2 foundry iron as of August 1 with sales already at the new level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Ballard
Peachtree
Atlanta, Ga
Birmingham
Ale
Alabama
Railroads Lose by Low Rates Coast Line Trail Revenues
Railroads report reduced passenger rates cut revenue despite passenger gains. Atlantic Coast Line shows 6.6% more travelers but 19.1% drop in gross passenger revenue for nine months. Seaboard Air Line and Southern also show declines. panic may affect outcomes before the state railroad commission. Rates cut from 3 cents to 2.5 cents per mile, with exceptions for long-haul breaks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Railroad Commission
Willaveeen
Atlantic Coast Line
Railroad Commission
Coast Line
Seaboard Air Line
Seaboard
Georgia
Southern Railway
Jalde
Ft Sa
Tribute to Hiram O Neale Negro Contractor
J R Nutting pays tribute to Hiram O Neale the well known negro contractor who died. He was respected by both races for his industry courtesy and good conduct despite no formal education. His funeral drew a large cross racial attendance and reflected his influence in Atlanta society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Nutting
Hiram O'Neal
Constitution
Atlanta
I. R. Norte
LeGrange high grade institution seeks applicants
Rufus W. Smith, president, LeGrange Georgia, invites applications to a high grade institution offering music art elo cation and literature excellence. Boarding room limited, apply soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rufus W. Smith
LeGrange
Ninth Ward Primary Voting Set By City Committee
The city executive committee will meet at noon in the council chamber to discuss actions on the September 24 ninth ward primary. The new Greater Atlanta territory portions in DeKalb and Fulton counties will be represented in the general council of 1909 and voters there may vote in the primary while electing one alderman and two councilmen. Reynoldstown in Fulton County is included in the new ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council
Ninth Ward
Greater
Atlanta
DeKalb County
Tainaing Edgewood
Draid Hill
Brownwood
Fulton County
Reynoldstown
Nana
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rountree
W. Z. Turner
Whitehall St
Fulton Superior Court
Holland
Jewelry and Allied Lines
Maier
Berkele Ce
Joyner
W. R. Joyner
City of
W.R. Joyner & Son
W. Crankshaw Ferchant and Jeweler
Whitehall Se
BALLARD _BIFOCALS
Miss Hanna
East
Cain Street
Ivy
Jene
Ita
Mise
B. H., Hanna
Georgia Military Academy
Kern College-Preparatory
College Park
South
Col
J. C. Woodward
A. M
Georgia School of Technology
Seasion
K. G. Matheson, A.M
Atlanta, Georgia
The
Alabama Brenau College- Conservatory
Bufzula
Als
Chattahoochee
Stendard
Masons
Odd Fellows
Borgula
Brenau
Eufaula
Ala
Washington Seminary
North Avenue
Peachtree Street
Vassar
Wellesley
G Crauchon
Maine
California
Piedmont Hotel
Marist College
Ivy Streets
Crace Lee Brown
Auguste Rotell
Boston
Jean de Resxhe
Peris
Lowmies Building
Miss Brown
J. M. G. Nisbit
Lagrange
New Ward
Ghichton-Shum
Studenta
Riverside Military Academy
Gainesville
Blue Ridge
Lucy Cobb Institute
Mises Gerding and
Brumby
Athens
Squtherr Bhorthans
Oldewy and
Aargest Basin
College
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!