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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1914

Page

3

West Point Telegraph Line to Run from Atlanta to Alabama

The Atlanta and West Point railroad plans a telephone and telegraph system along its right of way from Atlanta toward Alabama. The board of electrical control granted authority to use Atlanta streets for overhead and underground wiring and work is set to begin immediately. The project will require months and hundreds of workers to complete along multiple streets and crossings.

Atlanta and West Point Railroad Atlanta Alabama Board of Electrical Control Avon Avenue Ashby Street Allene Gordon, Whitehall McDaniel Sveral C. A. Wickersham

Killed Beneath Train As He Flee From Fire Started

Macon Ga December 13 Special Driven from a refrigerator car on a Central train arriving in Macon this morning by smoke from burning straw ignited by a cigarette he was smoking a young man about 20 years old whose home was in Parkersburg Va fell under the wheels of the train and both legs were severed above the knees He died twelve minutes after being picked up He said his name was Twoch and gave 1006 Garland Avenue Parkersburg Va as his home He asked that relatives be notified Messages sent to the address given have not yet been answered

Macon Parkersburg Twoch Garland Avenue

Boy Burned When Clothes Catch Fire at Grate

Cordele Georgia December 18 Ward Sheppard a small son of BK F Sheppard a well known merchant and farmer of Cordele was severely burned yesterday when his clothing caught fire before an open grate He was burned about the legs and body In extinguishing the flames Miss Julia Lasseter an aunt of the little fellow was also painfully burned about the hands and arms The injured boy will recover

Cordele Ward Sheppard BK. F. Sheppard Julia Lasseter

Eatonton Lineman Killed by Live Wire

Eatonton Ga December 18 Spec al J M Baggette lineman for Southern Bell Telephone Company recently from Macon was killed today by a live wire in front of Alford s Tunnery near the Central depot. He fell from a telephone pole and the shock of the current proved fatal. Fire and electric workers had to pry the wire from his hand. Baggette was a popular employee and his death drew universal sorrow for his wife.

Eatonton Specalj J. M. Baggette Southern Bell Telephone Company Macon Moe Alford Central Depot Baggette Telephone Company Wis City Electric Southern Hell

Trade Coupon Protest Hits Athens Merchants

In Athens Georgia on December 18 a large group of merchants and business people gathered before the mayor and city finances committee to condemn contests trading stamps and coupon schemes. They urged prohibitions or heavy taxes, arguing profits go to foreign promoters. The city attorney is examining legal options to relieve merchants.

Athens

Hill Nominated in Pelham Primary for Mayor

In Pelham Georgia a city primary produced Col J J Hill as mayoral nominee over J Tennison by a large majority. Council candidates named were J L Head D A Spence Jo M Hurst Jr J A Lewis M S Stewart and Dr J R O Neal. The election was one of the hardest fought in years with many entrants.

Farm Commissioners Visit Athens Today

Athens Ga December 1 Special A dollar dinner by the chamber of commerce of Athens was called off today after all arrangements were made to entertain the association of Commissioners of Agriculture of the Southern States. They were to visit Athens to inspect the State College of Agriculture and the college farm tomorrow.

Athens Chamber of Commerce Association of Commissioners of Agriculture of Atlanta Athans State College of Agriculture College Farm

Singing Wharton May Win Him Freedom

The city stockade has become a singing school as inmates perform operas nightly led by Thomas Wadsworth Wharton who claims membership in the F. F. W. Wharton, from Richmond, Va, was jailed after disturbing guests by singing loudly in a hotel room. Prison officials seek pardon as Wharton allegedly inspired others to display songbird talents, with Recorder Johnson poised to recommend clemency to Mayer Woodward.

Thomas Wadsworth Wharton Richmond Wharton Recorder Johnson Stockade Johnson F. F. VV Machimeet Mayer Woodward

Cotton irregular during session in New York trading

The cotton market showed irregular movement with commission house demand leaning to buy on declines. Prices near the close were steady to five points higher, with July opening down one point yet trading above the previous close. Officials cited winter wheat acreage gains and possible spring cotton area reductions as supporting factors.

New York Commission House New Orleans Gulf Esual Dallas

Cotton Market Review of the Past Week

New York December 18 The cotton market was firmer last week recovering much of prior decline after government crop estimates. Demand broadened modestly with rising exports, especially from Galveston, while domestic mill consumption slowed. Census data showed November intake down from prior month and last year. End-of-mall stocks remained light, exports likely to stay strong into January. Traders covered positions, but hedge selling was limited as pre-holiday offerings stayed sparse.

New York Galveston

Professional views on cotton market

New York December 18 Special. Cubies are due but the market shows an unsteady opening. Government acreage figures on winter wheat in the south imply potential cotton acreage reductions in spring. Texas and Oklahoma see large wheat expansion, with 200 percent increases east of the river. War news and vessel-clearance rumors weighed on prices, offset by a favorable Interstate Commerce Commission rate decision. Prices closed near day’s best on western buying, with a probable later reaction as spot markets lag. Hubbard Bros. & Co.

New York Texas Oklahoma Interiate Commerce Commission Hubbard Bros. & CO

German Says Anarchy Causes War In Europe

Chicago on December 18. Dr John Mez of the University of Munich and president of the International Society of Singenty argues international anarchy triggers the European war. He urges a world police force, end to secret treaties, and demnities as steps to peace beyond armed neutrality.

Chicago John Mez University of Munich International Society of Singenty Mex

East Alabama annual conference reports strong attendance

The East Alabama annual conference of the A M E Church at Hartsboro, presided by Bishops J Jones and H M Turner, notes larger crowds than last year. Elders G W Hill D Brown H E L Martin B Crawford and H C Calhoun reported ahead. a heated indorsement discussion for bishops W D Johnson G W Allen and J Frank McDonald followed by a missionary mass meeting led by William L Johnson W H Mixon J F McDonald G W Sharp and Henry M Furner. An Austrian inventor announced an aluminum alloy claimed to be as hard as steel non corrosive and usable in brazing and soldering.

Hartsboro East Alabama A. A. &. Church J. Jones H. M. Turner G. W. Hill D. Brown L. Martin B Crawford H. C. Calhoun W. D. Johnson Georgia G. W. Allen Alabama J. Frank McDonald Missouri William Ls. Johnson W. H. Mixon J. F. McDonald G. W. Sharp Henry M. Furner

Cotton Movement Dull in Atlanta and Ports Across Markets

December cotton figures show mixed movement across Atlantic ports with middling values around 7 to 7.65 and varying receipts, exports, and stocks. Totals for the day reach 10,008 sales and 1,393,917 stock, with weekly receipts 474,414 and exports 399,709. season totals: receipts 8,903,124 exports 2,040,387. Interior movement reports Florida to Missouri through Houston Memphis and Augusta with varied stock levels and shipments.

Atlanta New York New Orleans Galveston Mobile Charleston Middle Wilmington Norfolk Balimore Boston Philadelphia Buinor Porte Houston Memphis Augusta Louis Cincinnati Little Rock

Freight decision checked declines in East rail shares

New York markets slid briefly before midday on news the Interstate Commerce Commission granted a restricted 6 percent freight rise to eastern railroads. Prices tumbled 7 to 3 points, then recovered as traders covered shorts and institutions bid up many issues. The decision, seen as a victory for railroads, did not include coal coke or iron ore, key eastern tonnage. Time money eased and the federal reserve lowered its discount rate, with bond activity firming after an initial decline.

New York Interstate Commerce Commission Josues Cetresa Bears Reading Federal Reserve Bank United States

Live Stock Prices and Receipts From Chicago and Kansas City Markets

Chicago and Kansas City report livestock activity with mixed receipts and price ranges. Hogs and cattle show broad variations across categories including native steers, western types, calves, and stockers, while sheep and lambs reflect weaker demand. Notable price bands include hogs around 6.50 to 7.40, cattle from 5.00 to 10.50 for steers, and sheep and lambs in the mid range, with regional differences in December sales volumes.

Chicago Kansas City Towi AG Ood Texas Gold Tadiow Chicago Board of Trade Crone Dee St. Lows Haneas City

Wheat advance nearly wiped out in markets

December trading showed wheat gains of about one third to three quarters of a cent per bushel amid unsettled prices. Corn and oats slipped modestly while hog prices rose. exports and mild European peace hints influenced sentiment as New Orleans port activity noted shipping sanctions on British vessels. Coffee in New York firmed late with light buying and renewed overseas shipment rumors. Turpentine in Savannah held steady and rice in New Orleans remained steady with mixed receipts and prices.

American Gulf New Orleans

Financial and Market Report from Multiple U.S. Cities

Financial notes from New York show steady money and rate movements with varied loan terms and mercantile paper at 4.94. sterling exchange steady around 4.87. London reports a slight silver uptick and discount rates around 2 percent. Regional items include Boston and Chicago dairy butter, cheese, eggs, and poultry prices with mixed receipts and slight firming in some lines.

New York Mercantile Paper Sterling Exchange London St. Louia Kansas City Steamaergy JL Chicago Mearir

Week's Trade Reviewed by Mercantile Agency

New York reports mixed trade currents with holiday buying and cold weather aiding retail, while broader lines stay quiet due to pre inventory effects and seasonal industrial slowdown. Optimism rises on lower money rates and improving markets, with some expansion in finished steel and cotton goods for future delivery. Bank clearings total 2.897 billion dollars, down 12.8 percent from last year. Wheat exports from US and Canada reach 9.707 million bushels, up from 6.964 million. Boston notes active scoured wool markets with prices firmer and steady mill demand amid army contracts. Wool and sheep product prices quoted across several grades, with Texas fine wools and blood grades listed.

New York Bradstrest Eastern Railway United States Canada

Liverpool Cotton Prices Steady as Futures Close Steady

Liverpool Cotton reports spot prices steady with American middling near 4.08 and good middling at 4.441. Tow and middling grades listed with various values. Receipts total 34,000 bales including American. Futures closed steady with October to November and January February ranges recorded.

Liverpool Bates Behruars-Mareh

Cotton seed oil prices fluctuate on mixed demand

Cotton seed oil trading showed early gains on professional support but later softened amid freer offerings and weak demand. Final prices held steady with 3,500 barrels traded, including 1,600 switches. Spot price noted at .60 5.85 and futures quoted December to February around 6.32 to 6.95.

York

Cotton Seed Report Shows Gain Over 1913

The census bureau reports 1914 cotton seed crushed before December 1 reached 2,493,050 tons, up from 2,192,276 tons in 1913, with linters at 342,497 bales compared to 283,468. State figures list Alabama through Tennessee and other states, plus Sea Island cotton markets and Liverpool statistics.

Washington Census Bureau Alabama South Carolina Tennessee Savagnab Sea Island Florida Georgia Liverpool

Atlanta fruits and vegetables market prices and meat Quotations

The notice lists prices for oranges, apples, pineapples, grapes, cabbage, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, celery, lettuce and other produce from the Fidelity Fruit and Produce Company, with beef, hog and poultry quotations from White Provision Company and Armour & Co. It notes market standings, price ranges for good quality beef cattle, and a broad rundown of groceries and meats with corrected prices from multiple vendors.

Fidelity Fruit and Prod- Company Appien Eiges Avitite Ec Spain Goss God Snead Ogleeby Grocery Company Alderney Horsford’s Gooduck Success Roughsider Beane—Lima Navy Socco Southern Star

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