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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1908

Page

10

Action Taken Without Quorum in Fulton County Democrats

Seventeen of fifty Fulton County Democratic executive committee members met in the courthouse basement at noon to adopt a set of resolutions amid questions of seating and proxies. The meeting showed no quorum, but several members arrived with proxies and a list of candidates for the city and county subcommittees were entered, with some names declining to run.

Fulton County Democratic Court House Jono Clay Smith Shelby Smith Jonn Chay Smith Tom Winn Charlie Braman James I. Key Louis Gholsatin C G Hannah A Winon BO. Catlaway C H Kelly J. O Cochran J. D. Bradwell Howen Cloud Labt Sa Ant Univ Voce JR A Smith W Ot Winn Atlanta J R Smith Maid Carner Shelny Smith Caaieman Slece Tom Nald Vime Welc Oloman Aait Wo Ot Winn Jo Smith Eald UB Oclerk Cif Seid Mai Sene Ware JK Smith

Coral jewelry as a fashion trend and selection

The piece highlights coral as a fashionable choice alongside cameos and square-set amethyst. It promotes coral jewelry as a stylish dash of color for a sartorial ensemble and invites readers to purchase from the seller, stressing pleasing quality.

Three Substitutes To The Holder Bill In Senate Debate

The senate debated reforma tion proposals tied to the convict lease system and prison commission. After a penitentiary committee report, Felder, Loyd, Brock, and Horn introduced substitutes, replacing the holder bill with new provisions. The session adjourned after hours of discussion and amendments, with votes on reports and multiple substitutes shaping the path forward.

Senate Prison Commission Penitentiary Committee Felder Genatore Hoyd Brock Born FeMer Eastor Loyd Horn Knight Brook Akin Fortythird St Nadt

Prison Reform Association Seeks Charter in Georgia

A group led by George Muse E C Callaway W and William Waiter Cooper J J Eagan Alfred C Newell and others petition to incorporate as the Prison Reform Association of Georgia for twenty years. The plan aims to improve prison management reduce crime and aid reformed convicts with powers to solicit donations acquire property and operate offices across Georgia and beyond with a seven to twenty member board and a principal business location in Atlanta.

Eit Iwona Geor The Prison Reform Association of Georgia George Muse Callaway William Waiter G Cooper John J Eagan Alfrea Newell Smith W Farlinger Carterall Fulton County William Wooten Busna Vista Church Senora Hing Rochelle Carter Parrott Lanter Drake Griffin John H Raynolds Rome Oscar E Dooly Macon Mason Lavonia Culpepper Thomasville William F McCauley Savannah Jo J Lott Brunswick Joe P Appiewhite Millen Huston Sylvania T Johnson Washington B Simmons Torcone Morris Stockbridge McGehee Talbotton Walker Munroe Smith Concord Liy Bosra Desmed Atlanta Fa State of United States

Morris Clarifies Relations In W J Morris Fire Case

A report notes H Morris of 96 Lovejoy Street is not related to late W J Morris the Atlanta box factory fire victim. W J Morris, intoxicated after carbolic acid intake, was hospitalized at Grady and discharged. he had separated from his wife and child in Pantheraville Georgia and faced domestic troubles. The item then shifts to Fulton County Democratic Executive Committee business, detailing contest dismissals and calls for party harmony after the June primary of 1808, with a five member subcommittee authorized to present resolutions to higher committees.

Kisaman Wight W H Morris Lovejoy Street Night Watchman W J Morris Atlanta Morris Grady Hospital Littl Pantheraville Se Gmith Fulton County Partiaan Thie Aaid Nive Shell Generel Thia

Masked Partner Auction At Paynes Episcopal Church

Lady customers at 202 Hunnicutt Street will auction off a marked lunch box carnival tonight on the church lawn. The Lunch will be shared with the successful bidder after the sale. Proceeds support church activities and outreach.

Albany Offers Reward to Break Up Blind Tigers

Albany city council announces a standing reward of 50 dollars to any citizen police officer sheriff deputy or other official who provides information and evidence to convict the operation of any blind tiger. The reward will be paid for each conviction and aims to curb illegal liquor sales in Albany.

Albany Ga Albany

Big Land Sale At Bremen Draws 3000 Local Crowd

About 3,000 people gathered in Bremen Georgia for a large town lot auction on Park Heights. The event featured a barbecue and a bell ascent as part of the day’s attractions.

Bremen Park Heights

Prohibition Debate Over Drink Rules Targets Guards

A heated session on drink allowances for guards and officials, tied to a broad temperance bill, saw amendments proposed to ban intoxicants for personnel. Despite pledges for moderation, debates failed to reach consensus as advocates argued for stricter employment penalties and a near beer tax to fund a penitentiary system.

Impeachment Moves Against Prison Commission in Georgia

In the Georgia House of Representatives yesterday Wrrawford of Bartow and Mr Jackson of Janes introduced resolutions to impeach the prison commissioners. The measures were referred to the general judiciary committee, which met to decide next steps. In the Senate, Chairman Felder urged against abolishing the commission while defending the investigation of the convict system and official conduct.

Wrrawford Bartow Jackson Janes General Judiciars Committee Crawford O Jackson Longs General Judiciary Committee Senate Felder

Vending Show Case Company Receives Patents

R Jones and H W W Nichols of Atlanta invented a silent salesman vending machine and coin controlled mechanism. The Rome Show Case Company has been granted the patents and plans an expanded market and possibly a new New Orleans factory.

Rome New Orleans R= Jones H W W Nichols Atlanta Thainventors

Seventh District Convention Nomination at Chickamauga

Delegates from Floyd County are named for the Seventh District congressional convention to be held at Chickamauga on Saturday the 29th. Mr Lee will host a barbecue at Crawford Spring and is expected to receive a term in Congress along with a new district executive committee. A large Rome turnout is anticipated as delegates and many ladies and gentlemen attend the social and political event.

Rome Gap Floyd County Chickamauga HO OP Melkleham Lindale Felix Corpus Cave Spring Findlay Cave Brooks Hight John W Maddox EB Mein George Toote Hutch Moore Holder Hanks John Mandiver Bullivan Jr McCartney Nunnally HO Rape Gray Everett Springs Turner Rome

Debate Over County Funds Measure Splits House Bill Holder Amendment

The House moved quickly to pass sections of the Holder bill while a heated clash arose over a committee amendment allowing county officers to charge their fees against county treasuries when convicts are put to road work. Supporters argued it was just compensation, while opponents warned it could violate the constitution and burden counties. The vote tied at 65-65 and Speaker Hobson broke the tie against the amendment.

Treasuries Spraker Asea Jris Iit Fayette Hail Bibb McMichaal Riale Bibh Butt Fannin Wise Fatelie Jones Meriwether Mia Butt Chamiee Floyd Hojaton County Treasury Alexander DeKalb Judiciary Committee Prison Commission Crawford Bartow Jackson Barrett Stephens General Assembly Adams Chatham General Judiciary Committee General Judiciary Committee With the Recommendation That It Pass By Sewbetitute Persons Mooron Georgle

Committee Deliberations On Kerner Smith Message Referred

The committee focused the Kerner Smith message and sent it to the open committee. Reports mention Mr Perry correcting contradictions and references to local youth court recommendations. The daily sessions of the Neuse extra session run 9 am to 5 pm with adjournment to 9 am the next morning.

Verteriay Kerner Smith Mr Perry Correci Perry Thrigh Ms Anderson Buffouh Esterday Hai Bible Neuse

Hawkes Opticians Expand Fitting of New Style Frames

Hawkes Co offers scientifically fitted glasses in improved new style frames and mountings. The firm operates two stores at 4 Whitehall and 125 Peachtre e, Candler Building, with emphasis on updated eyewear options.

Extension of State Road Investigation Granted

The Western and Atlantic committee reported favorably a resolution by Mr. Alexander of DeKalb to create a nine member commission. The group would study extending the state railroad to the sea and using convicts for the project. Four citizens would be named by the governor, three by the speaker and two by the senate president, with $2000 appropriated for expenses.

Alexander DeKalb Srate Senate General Assembly Renslation

Long Lost Daughter Claim Ties Actress Marie Dora to Mrs Saunders

Douglas Saunders widow of a former school superintendent in California declared to friends that Marie Dora, the actress now in London, is her long lost daughter who ran away fourteen years ago to pursue the stage. She showed old photos and said she received remittances from her daughter, noting her interest in theatrical magazines.

Alifornia Rafael Cai Douglas Saunders Actovis Marie Dora London

Teething Teether Ad Promises Cures in 19th Century

An advertisement for Easy-Teether Medicine Co promises a universal teething cure for babies and stomach ailments with refunds if unsatisfied. It touts soothing, curative effects and certificates of cures, urging purchase by mail from Hartwell Georgia. It cites 23 cents per box and dealer sales via druggists and country merchants.

Thornton Easy-Teether Medicine CO Hartwell, GA

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