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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1915
Page
10
Dr J T Edwards a renowned Georgia physician endorses Tanlac claiming remarkable relief for pellagra like symptoms and digestive issues. He cites weight gains and widespread patient endorsements in his practice and surrounding towns, with Tanlac sold exclusively in Atlanta through Jacobs Pharmacy.
Arrangements are complete for a benefit ball by the Atlanta Aerie of Eagles at the Kimball ballroom tonight. More than 200 couples are expected as the event opens a series of dances organized by the committee chaired by E Walter Tripp with Charles J Labridge and others. Dancing runs from 8:30 to 2.
New York December 13 The late Harriman sought to buy the Boston and Maine railroad and Charles Mellen testified that Harriman nearly secured it before the New Haven declined to sell. Massachusetts legislation later allowed the line to remain under New Haven control, preserving independence of the trunk lines.
Pekin December 15 The Chinese cabinet gathered at the palace to congratulate President Yu Shi ai on his upcoming accession. Yu urged ministers to redouble efforts to improve conditions and discouraged any celebration of monarchy. Japanese chargé d affaires Mabata called at the foreign office to discuss the pending government change amid high speculation in Pekin.
Washington reports a late today meeting in Tokyo with President Wilson and his fiancee Mrs Norman Galt, cabinet members, and Viscount Chinda attending. Dr Rudolf Breuster urged Americans to back St Lukes International Hospital as a symbol of U S Japan friendship, promising a motor hospital in the Far East. Bishop Alfred Harding led a generous appeal, noting an Emperor of Japan gift of 5000 dollars to the hospital.
Baltimore December 18 The wireless apparatus on the German steamer Bulgaria of the Hamburg American line laid up in the harbor since early in the war was sealed by a United States naval officer from Washington late today A naval wireless expert has been making observations for several days and local government officials admitted that charges had been made that messages were received and sent recently from the Bulgaria but would not further discuss the matter The Bulgarian officers and part of the crew make their home on the ship Nearly all are German citizens They come and go much as they wish.
The Associated Press lists three weeks ending yesterday with 182 officers killed or died of wounds, 307 wounded, and 11 missing, totaling 607. After adjustments, total losses since the war began reach 21,171, with 6,?57 killed, 12,566 wounded, and 1,733 missing. Brigadier General Knatehpull is wounded. three lieutenant colonels have been killed.
The British government plans to buy American and Canadian securities to bolster the balance of trade and support the exchange market during the war. Chancellor McKenna explains the scheme includes direct purchases at market prices and a second part for borrowing securities with two year depots, interest terms, and emergency sale provisions. institutions express approval.
Waycross on December 13 indicates A Harper former representative from China counts will likely be a candidate for the state senate in the 5th district. His friends say they will place him in the race at the proper time.
Rome December 13 Special The Floyd county board of commissioners provides a permanent chaingang camp 3 miles from Rome near Dry Creek. The site sits beside a rock quarry where convicts may work when not on road projects. Waycross Dwelling Burns December 13 Special Fire of unknown origin destroyed the two story home of F L Gorman on Izlar Street. Upper floor gutted lower damaged by water. Occupants away on a city visit. Loss estimated at $2300 with some insurance.
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It is highly probable that Edgar Stripling and Mrs Edna Perkins Godbee will receive pardons soon with clemency expected as Christmas presents. The governor has promised to pardon Stripling. The pardon petition is with the prison commission and a favorable recommendation is anticipated before week’s end for Stripling to spend Christmas at home. Mrs Godbee’s petition was heard last week in Kansas City when Sarah Griner urged a pre Christmas pardon for her mother. a favorable commission recommendation is also expected this week.
A December 13 mob of about 360 men in a northern mining town drove two Japanese residents from the area. The mob wrecked the laundry and burned furniture, sending the Japanese and George Devon, owner of the building, to Spokane to file a complaint with the U S district attorney. No warrants were issued. Leaders reportedly warned Devon against renting to Japanese and said Japanese enterprises would not be allowed in Oroville.
Washington December 13 Francis Marion Cockrell a former United States senator from Missouri died in Washington after two weeks of illness. A Democrat, he served in the Senate from 1875 to 1905. He was appointed to the Interstate Commerce Commission and later served as US commissioner to adjust the Texas New Mexico boundary. He was 83. Cockrell had been a Confederate officer in the Civil War. His home was Warrensburg, Missouri. The Senate adjourned today until noon Thursday in his honor.
Ernest Ashby, 49, living near Madison Indiana, shot and killed his wife Ethel P Ashby and mother in law Mrs William Pague, before fatally shooting himself. Authorities say he was believed to be insane.
London reports German and Austro Hungarian submarines have sunk 50 vessels in Berlin dispatch. The total tonnage of the ships sunk is listed as 81.
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