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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
10
Nation Thrum Of News In A Fast Moving Era
A survey of varied topics shows Wilson speaks to a listening nation while currency reforms, road work, and tariff debates draw attention. Mentions of Taft Diaz Beveridge Rockefeller and Bryan reflect political chatter. climate and heat waves buzz in Texas. Rhode Island reports 316 divorces in six months amid broader social questions.
Taft on the corporation tax and court doubt
The piece argues President Taft is a strong legal authority but questions the constitutionality of the corporate tax. It compares chartered versus unchartered firms, condemns class oppression, and predicts the Supreme Court may strike down the tax as discriminatory. It urges an equal, general approach and possible constitutional amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Beverly
Tast
United Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Congress
National Demonstrative Negro Exposition Proposed by Wright
Article outlines R R Wright of Georgia State Industrial College advocating a national demonstrative exposition to showcase negro progress since emancipation. Planned for September 1913, it argues the event would prove practical value, inspire the race, and improve interracial understanding while countering pessimism about negro advancement. Wright’s leadership and broad support among whites and blacks are cited as enabling the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R R Wright
Georgia State Industrial College
Savannah
Wright
Georgia
Wight
Raecial Vannty
America
Tyranny of Technicalities Faces Damaging National Press Backlash
Editorials nationwide condemn petty legal quibbles that thwart justice. Calls grow for reform to limit appellate review to clear statutory violations and broad equity, not mechanical traps. Distinguished lawyers, judges, and President Taft join in urging courts to curb technicalities that aid criminals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gentt
Lees
Commonwealths
Taft H
Elemental and Invincible Test in Trial Court Ruling
The court weighs whether the evidence admitted at trial justified the verdict and calls on legislators to free justice from technicality. The remark laments judicial impotence and contempt within the system and urges reform to ensure fair outcomes.
Strengthen the Pure Food Laws in Coming Denver Convention
The article argues that state food commissioners oppose current pure food laws, hints at a forthcoming plan at the Denver convention to draft a radically different statute. It urges strengthening restrictions to ensure consumer protection and higher-quality foods, noting benzoate use disputes and calls for stricter measures while easing burdens on manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Rae
Georgia Field Song and Posts on Racial Stereotypes
A fragmented collection of verses and notes with references to Georgia, Dixie, and Southern life. It includes lines about frosty fields, prosperity trains, and seasonal harvests, interspersed with sharp racial tropes and remarks on Houston redheaded widows.
Officers' Conduct during River Trip Faces Board Review
Police officers Pat Gallagher, P C Smith, and G H Austin were suspended five days after a fishing trip alleged misconduct. John Feytin has been dropped from the force. Captain Jim Shepard investigated and may face board action for a not satisfactory report. Chief Jennings will not discuss details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat Gallaher
P C Smith
G Hah Austin Thesa
John Feytin
Jim Shepard
Jennings
Shepard
Explosion destroys Dothan Variety Works. seven killed
Fire in Dothan Alabama devastates the Dothan Variety Works wholesale lumber house causing about 660000 in damage with 20000 insurance. A seven year old boy Hirschel Holder was instantly killed by dynamite blast. Gil Holland Jr. was fatally injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
Alt
Dothan Variety Works
Hirschel Holder
Gil Holland Jr
Autodrome Club House Nearing Completion
The Autodrome club house approaches opening for members with furnishings being installed in a few days. Decorations are costly and lighting matches the overall effect. Track work continues rapidly, graders remove dirt, and grandstand construction progresses with plans for a roof over the entire structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ita
Gradera
Pepsi-Cola Company Closes Doors in Macon
In Macon on August 18 special attorney Henry Jones filed an involuntary bankruptcy petition against the Pepsi-Cola Company. The plant at the corner of Fourth and Poplar streets shut its doors today as creditors Jones Gunn and Jones sought relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
Henry Jones
Jones, Gunn & Jones
Jamainas
Pepsi-Cola Company
Dualness
Fourth and Poplar Streets
Alliance Meets Next Sunday in Atlanta Eight-Day Mission
The Christian and Missionary Alliance brings delegates nationwide to Atlanta for an eight day series of meetings in the Auditorium Armory. Speakers include Rev A B Bimpson Rev W F Meminger Rev R Miller and Rev R A Forrest with services daily from morning prayer to evangelistic addresses and stereopticon views. All services are free with a cordial public invitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Christian and Missionary Alliance
Atlanta
South Afria
China
Addres
A B Bimpson
New York
F Meminger
Pennsylvania
RV Miller
South Carolina
R_ A Forrest
Armory
R A Forrest
Frank Hamil
R V Miller
Spartanburg
W F Meminger
Tyrone Penn
Rex
Simpson
Rumor Denied On Railroad Post In Atlanta Report
Gossip spread that Eric Williams of Atlanta sought the railroad commissioner post, which he denies stating he did not file any application and instead campaigned for Governor Brown. He notes he supports Robert Broyles for the role and seeks a correction of the misreport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown
Nurserymen Adjourn as Scale Controlled in South
Reports at the Southern Nurserymen convention say the San Jose scale once a menace to fruit nurseries is now under control. Knoxville was chosen for the next meeting in August 1910. New officers are R B Berckmann Auguste president, Wo A Easterly Cleveland Tann vice president, A S Smith Knoxville secretary treasurer.
Georgia Florida Alabama railroad extended to Richland Ga
The Georgia Florida and Alabama railroad will extend from Cuthbert to Kimbrough and then continue grading to Richland as proposed by Richland citizens. The extension replaces the earlier plan to stop at Kimbroughs on the Seaboard Air Line south of Richland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richland
Columbus
Georgia, Florida and Alabama
Kimbroughs
Seaboard Air Line
Cuthbert
Kimbrough
Taft Extends Birthday Congratulation to Emperor Francis Joseph
President Taft sent a congratulatory dispatch to Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria Hungary on his birthday expressing cordial goodwill between the United States and Austria Hungary and best wishes for their prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Taft
Francis Joseph
Austria-Hungary
World Progress of Negro Exposition Proposal in South
Professor Roy Wright of the Georgia State Industrial College for Negroes proposed a national exposition in a southern city to celebrate emancipation’s fiftieth anniversary in 1913. The plan seeks displays of industrial, agricultural, and educational progress by African Americans, with endorsement from Booker T. Washington and support from national groups. The aim is a unifying, practical exhibit promoting cooperation across races and federal participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ordnance Department
Washington
Brown
Georgia
Georgia Military Institute
Coast of Arms of Georgia
War Department
Ar Department
Capitol
Sherman
Atlanta
Roy Wright
Georgia State Industrial College For
Kavannah
Wright
Loauissi
Booker Washington
New Orleans
National Teachers Association
Asheville
South
Dr Dickey to Preach in Atlanta Sunday
Reverend James KL Dickey DD of Emory College will preach at First Methodist Church in Atlanta next Sunday in both morning and evening services. He is described as a gifted southern preacher and Bible believer. A cordial invitation is extended to Atlanta Christians to attend, with special seating arrangements for visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James KL Dickes
Emory College
First Methodist Church
Dickey
South
Belard
Atlanta
Mickey Wl
Suit Against Road Fame in Floyd City Court
C L Garmon of Alabama seeks thirty thousand dollars in the first Floyd city court suit of its kind against the Suburban Pacific Railroad Company over an August 18 accident in California. Attorney Barry Wright filed the case, sheriff’s notice sent, and J F Van Rensselaer of Atlanta named as agent to be served. The plaintiff alleges he watched acquaintances board a train at Wood, California, was kicked and shoved, and his porter was crushed, resulting in the amputation of his left arm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C L. Garmon
Alabama
California
Floyd City
Suburn Pacific Railroad Company
Attorness
Barry Wright
Fulton County
J F van Renssalser
Avlanta
Wood, Cai
Death of Walter Brantley in Macon August 1
Walter Brantley son of J W Brantley aged about 60 dies after long illness in Vineville residence at 1137 on August 1. Former Rock Island railway cashier in Herrington, retired for better health. Funeral tomorrow at his father's home Rev J O Domingos to conduct services. Burial in Riverside Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
Walter Brantlevon
J W Brantley
Vineville
Rock Island Railway
Herrington
J OW Domingos
Riverside Cemetery
Bond Election Fails in Columbus Hospital Bond Proposal
Columbus voters rejected a proposal to issue 7500 in bonds for a new city hospital. Despite years of sentiment for improved facilities and prior additions to the hospital, the two thirds majority required did not materialize, and the measure failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Tley
Committees Named to Prepare for Confederate Veterans Reunion
Athens readies for the Georgia division Confederate Veterans reunion set for September 28 and 29. Committees have been named to make all necessary preparations for the entertainment and welcome of attendees, with the city aiming to host one of the most enjoyable reunions yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Georgia
The
Confederate Veterans
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