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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1919
Page
5
Benny Leonard, the lightweight champion, may soon hook up with Jack Britton again. The pair met before, but fans still question who is the better man.
Instructional piece emphasizes the role of the shortstop and second baseman in turning double plays. It details the underhand scoop technique, quick pivot throws, and precise timing, noting that most double plays start at second base and require speed, coordination, and practice.
In colorfully blunted prose, the column tracks Jack Dempsey’s rise after victories over Manning and Norton, notes on Martin’s potential clash with Carpentier, and a litany of old bouts. It recalls Jim Jeffries era picks, recalls Brother Jack’s career pivot, and recounts a dramatic bareknuckle Portland fight as a cautionary tale about upsets and crowds.
Harvie Jordan Monticello Georgia Governor Ruffin Pleasant Louisiana Congressman J Thomas Heflin Alabama and other noted speakers will address a mass meeting of southern cotton growers in New Orleans September 8 9 under Amelia Cotton association. The aim is to fix a minimum price ensuring a fair return and discuss market pressures from bear interests and speculators. Delegations from across the South will attend with statesmen Senators Williams and Smith among speakers. P P Claxton may attend. Governors have endorsed the event and designated representatives from farming and business groups.
The city Democratic Executive Committee released polling place details for the September 3 primary. Precinct managers and clerks were listed for wards one through nine, with instructions to enforce committee regulations on ballots and a note that some vacancies remain to be filled.
A letter from Migs Blanche Campbell urges Atlanta voters to fund supplementary reading material for elementary schools using the women’s registration fee. She argues the plan benefits 20,000 pupils, noting libraries and Carnegie support are insufficient and that expanded books will foster imagination, literacy, and stronger schooling overall.
Andy D Elroy named grand marshal for Labor Day parade on September 3. Detailed plans list parade formation along Mitchell Street and Washington Street, divisions marching from state capitol area at 3 PM with start at 10 AM, routes via Broad Peachtree North Avenue Whitehall Alabama and Centra venues. Railroads region says all freight depots close to boost attendance.
Blanche D Campbell, Elementary Supervisor for Atlanta Public Schools, argues in 1919 that no single plan suits book purchases, urging varied supplementary reading materials for elementary grades to meet individual needs and advance citizens through better reading education in Atlantic.
Griffin sees marked activity in real estate and expansion as business and residential development surge. New stores and a three story office building rise while farm deals and higher property prices appear. Citizens approve road plans with more than 700000 in total paving funded by city, county, and federal sources.
In Macon Ga August 25 the Rehoboth association announces a Southern Baptist drive seeking 750000000. Macon churches asked to raise 900000 of which city churches must contribute 540500 The First Baptist Church of Macon leads with 195000 under district chairman Dr GE Yates.
The latest casualty lists released by the war department on August 26 show four Georgians among the names. Heart L. Brown of Marion, C died of disease. Jerse L. Hall of Talbot County died. Lloyd Allen of Lanett, Alabama wounded with undetermined degree. Youled E. Shellnai of Buford, Ga died of wounds. The total casualties to date reach 291,732 with 844 missing or presumed dead.
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