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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1902
Page
10
Fragmentary OCR text references treasury matters, coupons, bonds, and a discussion on appropriations and payments. It mentions a senator, possible sessions, and figures like Georg and Savannah, suggesting a midterm legislative record with fiscal themes but incompletely transcribed.
David Greenfield files a bill in the amazigt court against I. D. and A. Co. jg and 29 individuals as executors of the Elizabeth D. Morris estate asking for a receiver and injunction to stop alleged misuses of rents and funds. Judge Lumpkin granted a temporary restraining order while noting two promissory notes totaling 4600 and 1000 and alleged private business use of estate assets. A separate injunctive action restrains Hattie Reed from disposing of property tied to an option held by Cullinan, with a demand for specific performance and a deed. A court verdict favored the Atlanta Rapid Transit Company in a $100 damages suit by Frank Foster. Additional suits include Amanda Turner’s $5000 claim against the transit company for injuries to her son at Peachtree and Ivy. Transfers of property and various quit claim and loan deeds are listed.
Washington December 16 remains of Mr Grant to lie beside his wife in a tomb at Riverside Park New York. Army officers stationed in New York will attend the services in uniform according to the secretary of war with religious rites in the city prior to interment.
The finance committee met at City Hall to arrange matters for the water board meeting this afternoon, the final session of the year. Commissioner Peters presided as the Dekalb plant pipe line work proceeds toward completion in January, and a new water analysis certificate from state chemist McCandless confirms the city supply is healthy and pure. Senator Bailey of Texas has accepted an invitation to speak at the Grant Birthday Association event in Galena on April 27.
New York dispatch reports attorney Edward B. Whitney arguing before the New Jersey court of errors to restrain United States Steel Corp from executing its 260 million dollar stock conversion plan. Whitney contends stockholders were misled in April about bonds versus options and alleges three classes of preferred stockholders under Morgan control, plus overvaluation of Carnegie property by US Steel.
After sickness convalescence often seems not real. Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills purify and enrich the blood, improve assimilation, and build strength after ailments like grip and heart sickness. Isaac Rossheim of Savannah Ga testifies the remedy made him well and strong. Accept no substitutes for Hood's Sarsaparilla.
An old classified note shows Gibson calendars and port folios from Fennah Minter Co wired to Marietta while promoting new phonographs in Atlanta. The ad mentions the Atlanta Phono Co at 103 Peach Street and various styles available.
A Christmas book guide highlights new releases and favorites for children. The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by Baum and Mary Cowles Clark leads, with Mother Goose in fresh editions and flower, animal, and history books appealing to different ages. Pete Newell’s illustrated Alice in Wonderland sequel and carefully edited Penn publications offer safe choices for parents seeking wholesome reading.
A Savannah bank case before Judge Newman questions if due bills are promissory notes under the 1898 war tax act. The Southern Bank of Georgia seeks refund of tax on $9885 tied to due bills, a ruling with potential thousands in refunds for banks nationwide. Lawyers include Col. George A. Mercer for the bank and Angler for the government. Whiskey ad follows.
Holiday excursion rates announced by W A and G S L railways with tickets on sale December 23 24 26 30 31 and January 1 1903 and final limit January 3 1903. Teachers and students may buy upon presenting certificates from December 16 to 23 with final limit January 8 1903. Thomas Walker Harman address details included. Also note advice to use safe deposit boxes at Tithe Guarantee and Trust Co for protection against fires at Umpire building.
Dr. Herran the Colombian charge, with full powers to sign the canal treaty, conferred with Secretary Hay and predicted the treaty would be ready for submission to Congress before Christmas. The purchase price remains the sole barrier to signature, with both departments hopeful an agreement on price will be reached.
Jackson Mississippi December 16 Special The governor candidates see a lively fight over state prohibition next year and begin to declare. Major J A Vardeman of Greenwood a leading candidate favors local option as an alternative to state prohibition. He promotes temperance but believes state prohibition cannot be achieved nationwide.
New York December 16 Miss Anna Stapleton suffered a electric heater shock on a Ninth avenue surface car crossing Forty seventh Street. A heater under a seat emitted blue flame and a report. Miss Stapleton received a shock, became hysterical and partially paralyzed. She arrived at a fellowua hospital unable to speak and with loss of use of her right leg. Another young woman nearby was slightly shocked.
A United States court jury in the Weightman versus Seaboard Air Line case failed to reach a verdict after six hours of deliberation. The engineer claimed $16,000 for leg injuries from a siding collision near Hampton, while the railroad argued Weightman was flagged and not to blame. Evidence included an X ray of the injured leg as the trial focused on flagging before the open switch.
A fast Erie passenger train from New York derailed at Newburg crossing in Cleveland due to a slippery track. Engineer W C Goss seriously injured, fireman H H Landon badly cut and bruised. Officials report no passengers hurt. The crash occurred at the Erie and Cleveland and Pittsburg crossing.
Judge Newman sustained the plea of res adjudicata in Coca Cola Company tax case, with about 33000 dollars at issue. Minor points to be decided later and submitted to a jury January 6. Key questions: refund amount, protest of payments, and timeliness of appeal. Arnold & Arnold for Coca Cola. Angier Belk and Camp for the government.
President will appoint Dr W D Crum a colored applicant as collector of the port of Charleston S C despite protests in Charleston and Washington. An investigation into charges is said to have found them unwarranted. expected to name W P Clayton as United to join the staff.
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