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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1903
Page
5
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a cure for bladder and kidney troubles. It claims rapid relief from back pain, incontinence, and nighttime urination, urges trials, notes wide availability, and cites a testimonial from Hiram Richardson of Three Rivers Michigan.
An editorial notice invites readers with any kidney or bladder concerns or family history to request a free sample bottle of Swamp Root by mail from Dr Kilmer and Co. Binghamton New York, mentioning the Atlanta Daily Constitution as the source. The notice promises a book of testimonials from cured individuals.
Prices advanced amid a buoyant market as March cotton quoted higher while bears fought to hold levels. W P Brown, noted bull reader, praised the bureau crop estimates and predicted prices would stay up due to tight supply and strong demand.
The funeral for Rev John Summerfield Lindsay DTR LL D longtime rector of St Paul Episcopal in Boston was held with bishops and priests present. Lindsay previously led churches in Virginia Washington DC and Bridgeport Conn and twice declined bishop elections. He also served as chaplain of the national house of representatives.
North Carolina editors met in Washington on December 3 to discuss Trinity University trustees in Durham rejecting Professor Bassett’s resignation. W Whitehead of Raleigh denounced Bassett and the trustees and urged a committee to draft a condemnatory resolution. A five member committee was appointed to investigate and advise if action should be taken.
The North Alabama Conference for colored Methodist congregations holds sessions at Bailey Temple in Northport. The opening meeting featured Rev Blebop Williams presiding and delivering a sermon on Christian unity. C O Rice mayor gave a welcome address, Rev G F Welch delivered a response, and a Hepworth League collection totaled $23.00.
In Rome Georgia on December 3, the sudden death of 7 year old Margaret McLeod daughter of William McLeod occurred from acute indigestion. She collapsed while playing in the yard and faded rapidly as physicians arrived too late to aid.
Sunday December 20 will mark Fulton county's fiftieth anniversary since separation from DeKalb. Judge Ernest Kontz urges Atlanta Bar Association to host public exercises with speakers from prominent citizens. If approved, event to be held Saturday in the superior court room with a substantial program.
Workers from Wilmington D C walked out after pay fell from two and a half cents to one and a half per message paid by Western Union. Older counsel persuaded the group to return, and they did so unified, accepting the new rate.
Columbus Ga December 3 Special The city primary pays off quietly with only one contest as the citizens ticket withdrawn about 400 voters cast ballots Nominees for mayor and aldermen are listed including H Chappell and several others Chappell has served six years as mayor and will not seek reelection. Reinforcement for safeblowers arrest Lowndesville S C December 3 Special A $130 reward is offered in connection with the safe blowers case linked to the Tuesday night thefts and a petition to the moverton is noted.
A Georgia donor sent President Roosevelt a live wildcat that arrived by express and unsettled White House staff. Officials debated acceptance. the animal was moved to the national zoo while guards kept it confined. Secretary Loeb hunted for clues about the donor, but none emerged.
An advertisement promises a guaranteed cure for piles with PAZO OINTMENT and offers a refund if not effective within two weeks. The page also carries obituaries and notices from various towns including Lochinch Scotland, Adrian Georgia, Huntsville Alabama, Benderville Virginia, Salt Lake City and Brunswick Georgia with brief death notices and burial plans.
A Wilmington timber dealer cites a sharp fall in timber, blamed on low water in rivers and scarce labor as crews favor cross ties. Prices risen from last year, with mills holding limited timber, while port receipts and exports rise in November and for September to December.
Greenville dispatch reports the body of Anson Arnold, a well known citizen, found in a swamp. Three men, John Carter, Butler, and Jesus Harrison, are in custody on murder charges. Investigators say the incident occurred early Tuesday. details about motive and discovery are incomplete in the fragment.
Washington reviews a San Domingo upheaval as a new revolutionary movement forms before a provisional government. The arbitration commission met at the interstate commerce building with Judge Gray Carlisle and Galvan present to outline payment terms for claims totaling 8.45 million dollars under a protocol agreed by all parties.
Chancellor Von Buelow opened the Reichstag in the white palace hall as the emperor's representative. He outlined government plans on army footing, social legislation, and stances on costs of living, while stressing friendly relations with Britain and Balkan stability. Members gathered in formal attire varied, awaiting the election of officers and a tense nomination for president of the Reichstag.
Dispatch from St Petersburg notes current in Port Arthur amid Chinese quarters an anti Christian right in the province of Sze Chian Rome Ga December 3 special Rome lodge of Elis will initiate twenty Cedartown youths tomorrow night elected to member the lodge here special train Aly comes from Cedartown tomorrow afternoon bringing the visitors Alter pater.
A fire near Rome Georgia swept a well known farmer’s barn and several farm implements were destroyed. The blaze consumed about 4 000 bushels of grain and other equipment, with extensive damage to the property early this morning. Authorities and neighbors aided in the effort to control the flames.
The Senate committees on military affairs resumed hearings on General Leonard Wood amid charges against his confirmation as major general. Witnesses described attempts to place AP’s Bellairs in Havana and discussed communications with Colonel Diehl. Baker contradicted parts of Runceĺs testimony and noted prior discussions with Wood, but denied a formal understanding about an article on General Brooke. Dr. Desvernente testified Wood altered laws to admit ex parte evidence in Cuban postal cases, accusing him of guiding judges and undermining penal statutes.
A letter from Roy E. Sumpson of San Francisco states a check is enclosed for six dozen bottles of Cheney's Expectorant. He notes customer demand and hints at future orders if sales continue.
A period advertisement extols Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a trusted remedy for maternal distress and female weakness. It urges consulting a physician for serious ailments and touts the product's long-standing approval and doctor endorsements, promising safety and confidentiality in women’s health matters.
A disjointed testimony fragment claims some officers who tried political cases were not named by General Wood. It suggests orders to judges and misused powers, with a committee around Monday to decide on a president and vice president for the Pedcort.
A garbled report discusses a study on alcohol and narcotics in a U.S. context. It mentions a nine year school period, state time allocations for subjects, and reactions to the study. Names and precise details are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
Yons states that teaching abstinence in schools has improved sobriety and productive ability, citing revenue reports showing lower per capita alcohol use over eleven years after temperance education began. Mrs Bibley supports retaining temperance in state public schools.
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