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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1906

Page

16

Walton County Wins New School Bid After Senate Hearing

After a public hearing in the Senate, Walton County received final approval for a new school project. The plan offers land near Monroe with cash and free water rights, matching competing bids from Newton and Rockdale. Walton’s delegation, led by Governor Henry D. McDaniel, outlined terms including land, cash, and utilities for the district’s proposed facility.

Newton Rockdale Hearng Senate Monroe Igmicuitural School Waleton Sry Braundyan Hebe Lerrett Walton County Henry D McDaniel rEow Galhemitte Midland Fitt Rockdamer GWT Funnicutt Palmn Motandter DeKalb AD Hann Rokdale GC Adams Neemc Knight Watten Ve Vanging JT Reeves Adamson Clayton

Train crash injures none as glass shatters coach

An Atlanta to Columbia passenger train derailed near Griffin when a bolt of glass shattered a coach. two passengers hurt lightly, including Mrs Bremer, but no serious injuries. The incident occurs as county court reconvenes with several cases about liquor violations and concealed weapons.

Southern Rarms Atlanta Cola Ane Mills Griffin Radnerre Bremer Nee Moore West Sontracter Grant Arm Ala Chery Vickery

Governor Opens New Reformatory.

The Baldwin reformatory opens its doors for youths over ten who commit crimes, with Governor’s proclamation directing judges to send offenders there. Chairman Joe Turner announced readiness. the institution will receive 15 to 20 youths soon, as courts follow the law’s provisions.

Baldwin Caprla Joe Turner Cio State Prison Commission, Verterda Werner Terrell

Aged Man Sentenced for Forged Check in Macon

In Macon Georgia on December 6 an elderly man over seventy confessed to forging and cashing a $26 check in the name of Mr Burks. Judge W H Felton sentenced him to twenty five years in the penitentiary with effort to send the planner to the state prison farm. The man has led a checkered life in Macon.

Macon W. H. Felton Cotton Mather Superior Court Unie Burke Burks Felton Taras Veara

All Trace Lost of Glenn Negro in Walton County

Glenn, acquitted of attacking Mrs Camp, vanished after being sent toward Columbia Alabama. Attornies bought him clothes and a ticket, but he disappeared en route. Local ministers and judges voiced support for Johnson’s guilt while praising the Glenn trial.

Joe Heite Negra Wie Caarme Imaing Glenn Grand Jass Vic Camp Arin Mrs Camp Walton County Court Johnson Heathnent Twe Juent- Newton Uump Cannel Wienna Deathnell Plaemi Vonnson Jal Luther Charles Uapkins John McClelland Gienn Columbia Columba Charles T. Hapking Ald Yenter Atlanta Ala Hopking Jahnson

D R Peteet Chosen Georgia Transfer and Storage Manager

D R Peteet was elected general manager at the Georgia Transfer and Storage Company annual meeting and has assumed charge. He comes from prior roles as purchasing agent for Southern Bell and Western Electric. The firm closed its year November 30 with encouraging reports and plans to expand operations. Mr French will remain as manager in Atlanta.

Georgia Transfer and Storage Company Ir. French Atlanta

Automotive engineers showcase in Atlanta novel display

We present the most complete version yet shown in Atlanta. The piece notes the difficulty in pleasing patrons and mentions Special efforts to secure the best makes. Waiter Ballara Optical Co. is listed with practice street references.

Alt Renutomobile Atlanta Tex Ballara Optical Co

Warm Race in Covington Justice of the Peace Race

In Covington Ga December 8 special report the bid for justice of the peace heats up Securn Saturday saw two notable candidates Colonel Jgneas Cooley and Colonel W Whaley both respected young attorneys vying for the post as election excitement grows with the contest set to unfold in the coming days.

Covington Office of Justice of the Peace Jgneas Cooley W. Whaley

Lively fist fight and arrests in Huntsville area

A lively fist fight between J Emory Pierce and W Nell caused a scene at a Huntsville drug store attracting shoppers. Earlier reports note a painting dispute triggered the quarrel. In December 6 news from Judge Dunne's court Mayor Schmitz and Huet faced extortion charges with continuances granted to plead on Monday. A proposed constitutional amendment would extend a six year term for president and vice president, with reelection eligibility discussed by Senator Cullom.

Huntsville Hontaville Ala J. Emory Pierce M. Nell Neil Pierce Schmitz Koef Francisco Beecmber Shitsaug Abraham Huet Judes Dunnes Court Rreut Xk Weare Washington United States Cullom Shition Mat Viet

Congeniality in Work Leads to Greensboro Wedding

EV Crawford Jackson, chair of the Georgia Juvenile Reformatory committee, will marry Mina Cora Cox in Greensboro NC on December 27. The couple met through Juvenile Protective Association work and shared a deep commitment to reform, with Jackson planning a reception in Atlanta and a post-wedding program highlighting juvenile protection efforts.

Crawford Jackson Juvenile Reform Movement Cora Cox Greensboro N. C EV Crawford Jackson Georgia Juvenile Reformatory Committee Ofheen Mina Cora LE Cox Meg Mra Jos Cus Greenaboro West Market Street Methodist Church Hey Jackson Miss Cox Jeckson Creensboro Cox Daekaon Misa Cox Je [ Trong Juvenile Protective Association Guilford County State Normal School North Carolina University of Chicago Coxon Church of Friends Quaker J.B Wilums Will Asalnt G. Detwiler Mr. Jackson Elphodist Atlanta Coha E. Cox Greensborg N.C

Xmas Mail Rush About to Begin

Postmaster Blodgett outlines yearly guidelines for mailing during the Christmas rush. He notes heavy congestion in the registry department as many packages arrive at once and many people delay mailing until the last days, a situation avoidable with earlier mailing.

Blodgett Livery Pear Hus Mall Ugir

Postal hints to speed Christmas mail delivery

Suggestions urge early mailing of packages with clear instructions not to open until a set time to ensure on time arrival. Advice covers secure wrapping without sealing, sturdy paper, careful weighing, full street address and "From" on the box, and prompt postal notification for underpaid or misaddressed items.

Postal rules for second class weight and postage

The text states that water or light items incur a one cent per four ounces or fraction charge, with Mero chandine requiring one cent per pound or fraction. Packages are limited to four pounds and must be written or recta to first class to avoid fines. They should be packed in a packet before leaving the office and tied securely for easy examination.

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Housekeeper’s XMas Gift Fix at The Porter’s Rig Co

An Atlanta housekeeper worried over a situation for a month receives a practical Christmas solution from The Porter’s Rig Co at 188 Peachtree. The company filled a tote with tin Adenny Ink stands four fountain pens waste baskets and other useful items to express appreciation and assist in daily tasks.

Atlanta Porter-‘v Rig Co

Johnson delivers address at Bandersville Cotton meeting

State President of Cotton Association Previlet Ste vey Jardin spoke to a large crowd in Ernie yesterday about the association’s goals and benefits. Mr Smith of Bout Cuci and Jasper In were named trustees while remarks stressed the cotton industry’s future and sericultural role amid ongoing concerns.

Cotton Association Bandersville Sandirecile Chibr Ernie Previlet Stevey Jardin Presiitent Smith Finan Sos Athens Frei Jasper Totinsan

Ladies Opera Glasses Ad From North Broad Store

A compact ad notes one pocketbook opera glasses in a fine line from Meare & Bros Sur Customera at 42 North Broad. The item includes a case and a table mirror, offered by the shop in Prater 4b and Box Oat Inc.

WELVE DEER IN TWO DAYS Amer ue un ecenne 8 ny va -Reven American sq teas Maenra

In Sheffield two deer were reportedly hunted by Calahan and others as they gathered near the town for a hunt. The event drew interest from local residents, including alderman L Cialderr and James Guerry Feit, who were polled on local concerns.

Hightower Calahan Bard Fe L Cialderr Lee Slirays James Guerry

Sandersville approves 280000 bond for water and sewer system

Sandersville voters approved an issue of 280000 in bonds to install a sewerage system and extend the water works and electric system. The final tally was 4 for and 19 against.

Sandersville Sandersvile Sanders

Georgian Named to Canal Position in Surington Georgia

A garbled report lists Marvin Moti Wrooks and Les receiving an appointment in the United States to a canal role. It mentions a 4 yartment of the Piancinal MI and references unrelated military terms and locations, reflecting fragmented OCR text.

Surington Marvin Moti Les Uniteg Acre Calanel The Philippines Ofernar Perret

Canadian Minister Coming to Pulpit at First Presbyterian

A provincial minister will fill the pulpit at First Presbyterian Church this Sunday with Rev T W Winfield set to lead services. The notice mentions a future appointment for the Fleet Presbyterian and references several historical notes, including a recent transfer of a minister to North Carolina.

Firat Presbyterian Church T W Winfield Rivne Smetville Montreal

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