Amundsen Reports Near Pole on Northwest Passage Journey
Captain Ronald Amundsen, the Norwegian navigator, says he traversed the Northwest Passage from east to west and came within 90 miles of the North Magnetic Pole on King William Island. He believes he passed over the pole, but magnetic variations hindered confirmation. he witnessed Franklin’s graves and the stave stone.
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Tailored waistcoats enliven Alfred, Benjamin & Co. ads
Local ad notes Alfred, Benjamin & Co. as specialists in original and attractive vests. The copy emphasizes how a well cut waistcoat complements a full suit and sets off the wearer.
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Fire destroys Reid mansion near Eatonton Georgia
In Eatonton Georgia on December 10 a mansion two miles from the courthouse burned completely. Robert Reid his wife and half-brother John Coleman occupied the vacant building. John Coleman escaped but Robert Reid and his wife perished in the flames. Very little of the remains were recovered from the burning timbers. Robert Reid was described as thrifty and well regarded.
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British Cotton Growing Association Pushes Empire Cotton Drive
American consuls report on the British Cotton Growing Association as it expands to British colonies and friendly regions. The aim is to raise cotton supplies, with shares around £108,432 subscribed and hopes to reach £300,000 more from spinners, manufacturers, and workers. The effort vows to build a long term, profitable cotton supply network across the empire. The Newcastle Chronicle notes potential world impact.
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Freight Foreman Asherry Charged With Sunday Labor
E N Asherry, foreman aboard the Georgia railroad yards, was arrested for violating Sunday laws after a gang of Negro workers moved cement between railroad cars. Call Officer Wells and Patrolman Green reported the activity at Sperry Street. The case will be tried by the recorder this morning.
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Toy pistols sold to boys lead to arrest of merchant
Fuller, a merchant at 756 Marietta Street, was arrested Saturday night for selling dangerous toy pistols to minors. Officers Hollis and Gallaher say the pistols, called pat, can shoot rifle cartridges and are deadly weapons. The force had previously warned merchants to stop this practice after Christmas accidents.
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Fuller
Marietta Street
Hollis and
Gallaher
Jennings
Georgia Library Association Hosts Southern Convention
The Georgia Library Association hosted a successful southern library convention in Atlanta with delegates from ten states including Georgia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Notable guests Miss L. Stearns and Miss Nina Browne addressed the gathering. North Carolina led in delegation size while Georgia figures also played key roles at the Carnegie Library in Atlanta and Mercer College events.
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Charlotte
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Alabama
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Owen
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Mobile
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Julia T. ‘Rankin
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Duncan Burnett
University of ‘Georgia
William Harden
Georgia, Historical Society
Savanagh Public Library
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Georgia Chautauqua Assembly Dates Announced
Albeny Ga December 10 Special announcement declares the Georgia Chautauqua will run April 22 to 29 with most of the program already in place. Likely attendees include Missouri Governor Jo W Polk New York Bishop John H Vincent Champ Clark and Mercer University’s new president Charles Gee Smith and Dr Co State ly of Montgomery. The children’s physical culture program will start a month early under Miss Ide Virginia Smith of Indianapolis.
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Averages in Big League Lead infield and outfield marks
Chicago leads the American League in fielding averages with teams and players posting top marks. The report lists team averages for the season and names standout infielders and outfielders from Chicago Cleveland Philadelphia Detroit and New York with several players surpassing the 900s. Key names include Barrett and Wagner with top marks among outfielders and Donahue Roche and Davis among infielders.
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Roche
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Tech Eleven Banquet At Piedmont In Atlanta Honors Team
Members of the Tech football squad were feted at a lavish Piedmont banquet in Atlanta. Local admirers praised the team for a season that ended after Thanksgiving, with J W Heisman and coaches among the guests. A gilded menu, floral decor, and a souvenir program highlighted the evening, described as one of the most delightful of the year.
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J. F. Travis
W. H. Randle
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Gold to Mexico City Reserve Fund Exchange Update
The exchange and currency committees report a sale of gold from the reserve fund to Mexico City in December 1910, totaling 1,486,750 dollars in American funds. The operation reflects current currency and bullion movements involving silver peso holdings.
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Mexico City
Exchange and Currency Committees
Sbrand
Diversified plans urged to raise cotton profits
Harvie Jordan president of the Southern Cotton Association warns against low prices and urges diversification, self sufficiency, and storage for cotton. The note calls for planting more food crops, rotating crops, building warehouses, and breaking the credit system to empower cotton producers to control marketing and secure fair prices.
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Baptists Buy Parsonage in Covington Georgia
Fire damaged the Turner residence on Floyd Street, a fine home in Covington, and Baptist church members purchased it for use as a parsonage. The price was 4500, of which 500 was donated by Mr Turner. The Ladies Missionary Society contributed 600 to the parsonage fund. The purchase includes two vacant lots where a new house of worship is planned.
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