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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1915

Page

12

Social items from Atlanta society column include departures and visits

Miss Jane Walker sails to Long Beach after three months with friends. W Gentry and I Epps Brown return from New York. David C Black to occupy North Park apartment near Piedmont Park. Mary Brown to return from Wellesley on the 18th for holidays. Mrs Ringl and Fisher Kupstrick to join her in New York for holidays. Mr and Mrs J G Oglesby's daughter to visit. Mrs E T Donnelly and Miss Bewick with Harry Bewick heading to Fort Valley. Mr and Mrs Carrol Latimer to spend Christmas in Belton. Gordon Street study class to meet. Isabel Thomas spent Sunday in Latranar. Mrs Adams of Louisville visiting sister Mrs Witherspoon. Wes Thomas Hyley of New York mourns postponed Atlanta visit. plans trip to France for holidays with Gatins in Paris. Mr and Mrs Joseph Winship return from Panama wedding trip, at home in Blackstone apartments. Mrs Joseph Hirsch returns from Pacific coast, at Myrtl Street. Helen McClain of Greenfield to visit. Minnie Cartladge convalescent at Grady Hospital. Mrs Costron of Luverne improving at Piedmont Sanitarium. Charles Banks and wife in Florida for two weeks.

Mary Brown Wellesley Ringl Fisher Kupstrick New York J G Oglesby E T Donnelly Miss Bewick Mr Harry Bewick Georgian Terrace Fort Sult Minnie Cartladge Grady Hospital Joseph Costron Luverne Ala Piedmont Mea Charles Banks Florida

Caele Remus Memorial Association Meets at Carnegie Library

The Caele Remus Memorial Association holds a regular meeting this morning at 10:30 in the committee room of Carnegie Library. All interested are invited to attend.

Caele Remus Memorial Association Carnegie Mbrary al

Recall of Mayor to be Considered

The Recall Campaign Committee presents petitions for the recall of James U. Woodward, a city official, with over a quarter of registered voters signed. They aim to file other recalls and request an adjourned council session and a special vote on December 26, 1915, to settle the matter before the new year.

Board of Police Commissioners Thia City Atlanta Jamex U “Woodward Cecail Heather Miln Scheta Ae Woodward Dong Oon Ana General Council Lnan Flere

Louisiana Decision In Favor of Jitneys Will Aid Enterprise

Louisiana supreme court ruling favorable to jitneys sparks optimism for the industry. Leonard J Grossman president of the Jitney Bus Association predicts a new day as Georgia and other states respond to the decision. Attendees include John F Pate M E Pitman and others who spoke on injunction participation and future protections. Additional drivers to qualify at Monday night meeting.

Leonard J .Grossman Trust Company of Georgia Supreme Court Grossman Louisiana Supreme Court Jltney Uriet Supreme Court of Georgia Thomas B Felder

Birth of a Nation thrills Atlanta audience at the Atlanta theater

The Birth of a Nation opened last night in Atlanta to one of the largest crowds, with ecstatic applause and standing cries. The review praises Griffith's cinematic range from Homeric glory to Civil War ruin, noting the striking battle scenes and a powerful score, while warning it may provoke debate on its treatment of Reconstruction and race relations.

Ned McIntonk Greece Basher David W Griffifth Homer Griffith Griffiths Atlanta Dixon Fords Theater Lincoln Washington Orchhestra Nea Hugo States

Big Fire Destroys Sherman Property Amid Warnings

A Canton fire destroyed Sherman property early Monday, with similar warnings sent to neighbor Mr Stringer and others. A note threatening violence if enslaved workers were not discharged appeared at a water spring, and eight mules burned while plug stock was substituted. Mr Sherman, away in Georgia, rushed back after the warning.

Sherman Hit Coggins South Georgia Canton Nerther Stringer Bell

Solicitors Report Highlights Freight Rate Fight Funds

Reports from the Atlanta freight bureau indicate the committee seeking 310000 to oppose proposed increased freight rates continues to meet successes. The final reports are slated for submission after a Wednesday noon meeting, with Tuesday the last day for committee activity.

Atlanta Freight Bureau

Examination Order Rescinded by Board

The Atlanta Board of Education rescinded an order requiring teachers to submit to examinations by Dr Adkins and adopted a policy allowing exams only if desired by the teacher’s family physician or the doctor’s form is approved. The move followed criticism of a compulsory exam demanding partial disrobing, with Dr Adkins stating tests cannot reveal tuberculosis without proper hygiene.

Board of Education Wi% Adkins 4Lderman Jesee W Armistead William H .Ferrell Adkins Dradkins Robert J Guinm Terrell A. P Morgan Jesse W George PF. Bubanka Dan W Green Aldine Chambers James L. Key Alderman Armistead Csras Atluanta Marces Tuich Atlanta sIarge Terrell Offern Terrell Major Guinn Chad Dr Adkine Terrell A Guinn Adkian Lan—rum Mr. Green Ina Green Armistead Hadeen Ms Bs Landrum

Alleged Runner Arrested At Police Station

G Carson a 26 year old resident of the Gate City hotel was arrested by Assistant Station Sergeant Guy Lindsay after allegedly aiding attorneys to solicit business from prisoners at the police station. Carson faces trial before Recorder Johnson on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. He is to be represented by G C Batice.

Council G Carson Gate City Guy Lindsay Lindsay LC Clark howWavarters Ame Carson Carson Johnson G C Bactie

Directors Receive Formal Notices of Election

lL P Hillyer of Macon and J 8 McCurry of Decatur Ala were recently elected to succeed themselves as directors of the Federal Reserve Bank and yesterday received official notification of their appointment.

Ll P Hillyer Macon J 8 McCurry Decatur Ala Federal Reserve Bank

Republican Leaders Meet Here At Early Date

Georgia Republican leaders plan an early gathering to discuss the political climate and prepare for state conventions. Walter Johnson, chairman since 1897, announces the meeting amid emphasis on equal suffrage as a top issue. Admiral Nicoll Ludlow, retired, is in dangerous condition after a late today apoplexy attack at the hotel.

Georgia Walter Johnson Charman Republican State Committee Mr Johnson Admiral Ludlow New, Fork Nicoll Ludlow Ramiral Ludigw Islip Noy

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