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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1906
Page
13
Special from viiton Hock Ark December 8 says the directors of the Farmers Eutocational and Cooperative Prion completed counting the referendum vote on the new constitution from Texarkana. The measure was adopted by an overwhelming vote and will strengthen the union and boost membership beyond the 200,000 mark, with Georgia members voting 14 to 1 in favor.
The Department of Agriculture will release the quantitative estimate of this season's cotton crop on Tuesday December 11 at 2 PM replacing the prior Monday date. The Census Bureau will not publish its report of cotton ginned up to December 1 until Monday the 6th at 2 PM, so the Agricultural Statistics Bureau will consider that data with other sources.
The Southern stave Manufacturers Association holds its annual convention in Birmingham Alabama with large attendance. Debate centers on advancing prices for foundry products and raw materials. A higher price schedule is likely to be recommended though the association has no power to enforce increases. Meetings continue with officers to be elected tomorrow.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss scoffers who become converts after examining ideas, citing Postum and coffee avoidance stories from an Oklahoma girl and her father. Mentions a route to relief from headaches and nervous strain through changed beverages and a reported testimonial from a Michigan reader.
Dr H R Bernard elected auditor of the Baptist Board of Missions for Georgia at the recent meeting and will establish his headquarters in Atlanta He was formerly secretary and treasurer of the Baptist Commission of Education with headquarters in Macon The convention broadened the board’s scope making it the collecting and distributing agency for all enterprises fostered by the convention His election will require his move to Atlanta pleasing churchmen and friends.
Attorneys for Louisville and Nashville Railroad and Charles Marshall face charges for alleged violation of the arbitration act and discrimination against employees. Bonds posted and the parties released. Indictments returned by the federal grand jury in Mobile, connected to the Order of Stairway Celagra pier a.
On Thanksgiving day the 25 year old William Artley was found dead on a sidewalk in Nashville after an apparent fall. A coroner's jury ruled accidental death, but later evidence indicated murder and robbery. Four white men Harman Farm Taylor Arthur Morton and Grip Jones were arrested, with Harmon allegedly confessing.
State Fire Marshal of Kentucky concludes probe into night rider incidents with no charges filed. Investigation follows reports of fire set during escapes. no injuries reported and authorities pledge swift action against any offenders tied to the events in Princeton area.
The city council will meet this afternoon at 2 o clock to consider an ordinance raising salaries of officials and an ordinance tightening liquor licenses after July first. Expect opposition to the salary plan though passage is anticipated. Several minor dealers plan protests against the proposed increase. Other unfinished matters from last Monday will be addressed.
Tacoma December 5 reports say a Sunday and Monday disturbance at saloons led to two Japanese laborers being assaulted while trying to drive away tigers-on. Deputy sheriffs arrived Sunday evening and the men are now working in the yard.
The Paris customs and commerce commissions discuss raising duties on cotton seed and cotton seed oil imported from America. Proposals include a 6 franc duty on cotton seed and a 10 to 12 franc duty per 100 kilograms. The move aims to protect the domestic wheel industry and replace olive oil. Ambassador McCormick reports strong U S representations against the increases.
In Columbus Georgia a cotton warehouse project is forming. A lot for the warehouse has been purchased and about $18,000 has been raised by subscription in Girard to support the enterprise. The effort aims to establish a warehouse facility in the area.
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