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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1913
Page
12
In Boston's south end the Arcadia Hotel lodging house fire killed twenty eight men. Investigations by eight bodies including a grand jury pursues responsibility and safety measures for similar shelters. District Attorney Pelletier led jurors through the smoldering ruins to view crowded cots and a dormitory layout on the fifth floor.
Investigators said a blaze at the Arcadia lodging house began near the stairs building in Brookline. A large stash of painters’ materials was found but untouched by flames. Two injured men, William Sullivan and George F Adams, died later. None of the deceased were identified.
Fulton county commissioners seek to hire a matron to oversee the jail’s women population, numbering in the hundreds yearly. A broad coalition of organizations and officials has endorsed the move, citing successful matron care in other cities and urging funding from the county.
In Atlanta, forecasts promise warmer days ahead with clearing skies. Southern regions report improving conditions, though some weather watchers warn that a true winter pattern may still return. Forecasters note a mismatch between almanac expectations and current temperatures, predicting potential cold snaps before winter ends.
John H Whallen a key figure in Louisville politics and a founder of the Empire Burlesque circuit died at his home after a long illness. Survived by his brother James Whallen, he helped build a large fortune through entertainment ventures and other enterprises. Born in New Orleans of Irish parents in 1850 he joined Confederate cavalry at 13 and later led raids on gambling houses as Louisville police chief decades ago.
The ordinance fixing patrolmen and firemen salaries after January 1, 1914 caused confusion. Police believed raises to 95 dollars monthly were automatic, but the change mainly benefits first year men. The plan also adjusts laddermen and regular firemen pay, with detailed scales by year, while teacher salaries in white grammar and negro grammar schools rise to specified minimums and maximums in September 1934.
Tack Turner, 14, son of Mrs Leila Turner of 13% Nelson street, was struck near Nelson and Walker by an automobile driven by Mashburn of the Southern Bell Telephone company. His right leg broken with head and upper body lacerations. Witnesses say the boy ran across the street. driver notified police and no case was made after investigation.
City ordinance replaces the recorder’s duty to question drunkenness defendants about liquor sources. Recorder Broyles requested the measure to speed relief from jail terms. The new rule lets the recorder ask necessary questions and may lift jail sentences at his discretion.
County commissioners authorize Atlanta municipal court to lease temporary quarters to hold court and house clerks marshals until the new county courthouse is ready. Chief Justice Eugene Thomas presents operating cost estimate of 5200 dollars monthly for salaries and rent, compares with current 6300 dollars for Justice courts, and notes expected income of 6800 dollars monthly, with officials praising cheaper administration. Also mentions Crawford heirs case hearing and Mrs Crawford's arrest awaiting grand jury action under a six thousand dollar cash bond.
Prince Julius Nicholas Loudowensky and his wife visited Atlanta on Wednesday en route to New York. The Russian Imperial Horary link from St. Petersburg, noted for cosmopolitan travels, spoke English well. They left the city yesterday afternoon and sail for home next month.
A luncheon for 100 local Baptist ministers will be hosted Thursday at the Hotel Winecoff. The Rev. John White will deliver the address, with follow on speaking. The event promotes wellness amid a list of remedies for headache and grip.
Joel Hunter will speak on The Analysis of a Trading Statement before Tech Night School of Commerce on Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Tech MC auditorium at North avenue and Fowler street. The public is invited. The address outlines efforts to standardize trading statements for shoe retail businesses and notes $5,800 spent by Harvard Business Administration and the Retail Shoe Dealers Association to support related work.
Americus Ga December 3 Special Jesse Howardi an Americus white man failed to answer this afternoon to an indictment for burglary He had recently been released from jail by a local justice of the peace on a nominal bond and disappeared Judge Littlejohn was incensed and will ask the grand jury to investigate the official act of the justice who released Howard on such bond Howard was charged with having...
Three generation use claim for Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative that suits infants to adults. It promises gradual, safe relief for constipation and digestive woes without harsh cathartics. Free sample offer via postpaid request to Dr. W. B. Caldwell, Monticello Illinois.
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