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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1915
Page
9
In Orleans last week cotton traded within narrow bounds due to government crop estimates and Census Bureau ginning data. Net changes ranged from a slight loss to modest gains, with spot demand weak and mill takings small, signaling a quiet weekend ahead before the Agriculture Department’s annual crop estimate due Friday afternoon.
York Dember notes producers firmed contracts for equipment as car and locomotive orders rose. Pennsylvania saw distributed orders for 100 cars amid the November sales report, with steel mills and railroad equipment shipments totaling thousands of tons to various regions and projects.
Sewark December reports steadier cotton goods markets with firm prices for print cloth and sheeting. Unbranded goods show partial recovery from last month declines while colored goods rise as fast-dye scarcity and premium colors boost demand. Southern staples advance to near top quotes. bleached cottons firm and wide sheeting sought for early delivery. Export trade with Migeelle remains steady and robust.
The United States treasury shows a net balance in the general fund of 311718 with total receipts of 2 822 and total payments of 1144 654. The current fiscal year deficit stands at 1 312 963, compared with a deficit of 46 308 698 in the prior year excluding Panama Canal and public debt transactions.
Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo accepts an invitation to address the Southern Commercial Congress in Charleston DC on December 16. He likely will use the occasion to open discussion of the new administration merchant marine bill before a representative body of business leaders.
Reports indicate the past week was the busiest in years with widespread gains across industries. Open weather and lower temperatures spurred outdoor work and early seasonal demand, while iron, steel, copper, and textiles showed active trading and rising prices. Bank clearings rose sharply, holiday sales expected strong, and continued credit and financing support fueled expansions despite higher costs and supply constraints.
Reported to Bradstreet Journal New York totals show an aggregate $4,916,575,000 with significant variations across cities. The week’s overall activity declines from the prior week and year, highlighting declines in major markets and notable gains in selected centers such as Chicago, Philadelphia, and Boston, with detailed city-by-city figures and percentage changes.
The first Orthodox Rabbinical College in the United States opened today in New York. Chairman Harry Fischel explained the college aims to educate rabbis who can deliver sermons in English to appeal to the younger generation.
New York reports politics weighing on markets with irregular movement as Congress readiness and naval issues influence shares. German and Austrian exchange declines record lows while munition makers show weakness and steel and copper hold firm on expected dividends amid slower earnings.
Dan Bradley a prominent Columbus cotton man died at his residence in Columbus on December 5 at 8 p.m. He was 60, long associated with WC Bradley company, member of St Pauls Church, survived by wife and three daughters. Funeral arrangements not yet made.
Special report from Thomasville records widespread discovery of weevils on J R Pottevini Jr s farm in lower Mitchell County confirmed by Assistant State Entomologist A C Lewis as genuine. Local farmers report outbreaks across the region and are plowing under cotton land and planning early maturing varieties to lessen damage next year.
Cape Town December 5 General Jan Smuts minister of defense announced that the entire East Africa expedition force had been recruited and that the imperial government was informed of increased South Africa strength for contingencies. He cited danger from German armed natives and a holy war preaching with German aid as motives for the expedition.
Don’t miss The Birth of 2 Nation showing at Atlanta tonight. An orchestra of 30 accompanies the feature, offering a full, complete presentation. Buy seats early.
Courteous operators familiar with rates and classifications provide complete information and assist in wording want ads to fit. Accounts opened for ads by telephone to accommodate listed names in the telephone directory. Other want ads taken by telephone must be paid for immediately upon publication with a bill by mail or solicitor.
Several items and pets reported missing with rewards offered. A black muff lost near Whitehall and Davison Paxon streets. a 64 percent Pauebttes item and a bottle of Tow Tow Tow tissue. A black leather purse lost on Forrest Avenue near Greenwood and North Boulevard with over $4 in papers. a Brown and white collie dog stolen by a Black woman near 29 Irwin Street. a seal eye glove lost on Peachtrea or Broad. a painter dog white with brown spots wearing a new collar. a Boston brindle bulldog missing for weeks. keys lost on Whitehall Street. return rewards offered at listed addresses and phone numbers.
A jumble of early 20th century classified items advertises sewing services and employment options. Includes offers for at home sewing, dressmaking lessons, and various home services, alongside professional cards for attorneys and business listings in Atlanta Georgia.
A long list of city tax levies and property sales in Atlanta Georgia from 1911 to 1914. Describes parcels fronting streets in multiple wards and districts, with house numbers and dimensions, levied to satisfy city tax liens for various taxpayers such as Rhoda Brook, Julia Garner, J Reynolds, WF Dickson, GT Fountain, and others. Includes notices of sales for the benefit of A P Herrington and mentions road charges and related city tax actions.
Classifieds note a set of want ads from The Constitution featuring job offerings, sale notices, and service requests. Listings include brief descriptions, contact details, and closing dates where provided.
A fragmented notice lists teaching positions and openings at Avanta Ge Tey TODE Baptist Teachers Grammar and South Atlantic Teacher Agency at 405 Walton Building Avante Ga. It mentions Baptist school connections, village leadership, and other vacancies with a $50 reference in the ad.
Classified notices show various job seeker requests from an electrical engineer to a printer and office clerks. Individuals outline desired positions, availability, and references, including a theatrical manager, a stock keeper, a bookkeeper, a salesman, and a youth seeking Saturday work. Addresses and contact methods are listed for follow up.
Historical classified items show multiple situation wanteds and help notices. Entries include a young lady enographer seeking paid advancement in clerical work with bookkeeping knowledge, a nurse seeking maternity care leads, a capable stenographer, a maid, a glass laundress, and a hotel worker. Some listings request references and specify addresses such as Constitution Street and Ivy locations.
Public notices advertise employment help through the Chamber of Commerce and educational shorthard courses in Atlanta. The notices list office hours and application details, with offers for scholarships and enrollment in shorthand and a piano sale at reduced prices. Local dance and music lessons are also promoted at 217% Pinehurst Street.
For sale and wanted notices describe two perfect white diamonds, one about 49 130 carats in a gentleman’s ring priced at 40 per carat, another around 460 190 carats at 196 per carat. Both are finely cut, brilliants, and sold for cash by Harry L. Pre Incorporated, Atlanta Diamond Merchants. Also advertised are household goods from Haverty’s, feather samples, and three white diamond stones offered as big bargains.
Several autos including a Hupmobile roadster electric tight, a 1914 Buick truck, a 33-5 passenger Hudson, and a touring car in good condition. Each vehicle is described as priced and available for inspection at the LOick Motor Co lot with other bargains in stock.
A clipped late edition ad section lists multiple used car solicitations from Overland subheads. It promotes Ford Buick and other makes, with prices claimed near 4 dollars, and mentions repair services by Bird Wilcox Co and welding options. Contact details and street addresses appear for various listings.
Cars repainted tops recovered and repaired wheels and mud area fixed. Bodies built to order or repaired. Auburn four wheel? 120 122 124 Auburn Ave.
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