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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1901

Page

10

Governor Candler vetoes pension bills and Webster county dispensary plan

Governor Candler vetoed a Webster county dispensary bill and multiple pension resolutions. He ruled that funding for General Kell’s widow and various soldiers’ widows and children would violate the state constitution by constituting improper gratuities or donations. The vetoes cite articles and sections prohibiting donations to individuals and ensure pensions align with authorized provisions.

Webster County Adter Mclntosh Kell Georgia Kell Cal Nito Jona Ee Mr. Flynt Spalding Candler Seneal Iig Tom William J. Watkins Pepserann Taylor Arthy Kitchens Richard Kitchens Emanuel County John T. Zigland J. T. Engand Oglethorne Andler Gays

Howell Resolution to be Argued in Supreme Court

Preparations at the capitol for the morning argument on the constitutionality of the Howell resolution to pay interest on the 1908 bonded debt from the public property fund. TreasPark will open for the treasurer with AG Terrell and ex Chief Justice Logan Blackley closing. Means a decision after Jan 10 expected. the case hinges on legality and timing of fund use.

Capitol Supreme Court Howell Public Property Fund John &. Candler RB. E. Park Orville A. Park Macon J. M. Terrell Logan v Treasurer Park General Assembly Treaswater Park House J.W. Lindsey Irwinton Pension Office Tom Basdnae S Rae Turner Joe Hall Bibbe Logan Bleckley Candler Hay eBarner Ile

Sorrell Seeks Governor Aid After Rome Threats

Floyd county man Sorrell, alleged insult case, fled mob threats. Governor Candler writes Floyd sheriff Camp urging protection and possible removal from Rome. Sorrell insists innocence, plans legal defense with a lawyer, and asks for safe, lawful proceedings. Hood's Sarsaparilla ad appears at end.

Rome Candler Floyd County Hi-Sorrell Atlanta Sorrell J. E. Camp Floyd Courty Sorrel Sayrelp

Will Organize Union In Atlanta Tonight

Gus L. Heicken organizer for the Amalgamated Woodworkers International Union arrives in Atlanta to urge unionization. A meeting at 8 o clock tonight in the Federation of Trades hall on Forsyth Street will feature Heicken and Jerome Jones of the American Federation of Labor. Heicken plans a flourishing union after New Year and notes unions recently started in major Algoma and Mississippi cities. The organization reports over 45 members in the United States and Canada with death and disability benefits.

Gus L. Heicken Loutaville Amalgamated, Woodworkers International Union of America Woodworkers Atlanta Federation of Trades Forsyth Heicken Jerome Jones American Federation of Labor Scranton Hei¢ken Algtama Missiesior United States Canada

Death claims John P. James en route from Central America

John P. James of Kers Masa died yesterday at Grady Hospital from heart trouble after traveling home from Central America with friend Frank Morton. He was 43, a Knights of Pythias member. Delegations will meet at Millet & Bowden this morning to escort the body to the train for Boston. His wife, notified, plans to travel to Atlanta.

John P. James Central America Kers Masa Grady Hospital Frank §. Morton Montgomery Atlanta Morton James Atlante Boston Knights of Pythias Millet & Bowden Peachtreé Ytreat Sumes

Sam Walker's Art Store Promises Fine Pictures Line

Sam Walker showcases a wide art collection in his store, featuring varied works suited to cultivated tastes. The display emphasizes artistic quality and a refined selection aimed at attracting discerning customers.

Sam Walker’s Sam Walker

Atlanta Police Seek Henry Fleishman Disappearing Bank Cashier

Atlanta police issue notice on Henry L. Fleishman cashier of Merchants bank of Los Angeles who vanished December 7 with $100,000. A reward of $1,000 is offered for Fleishman. Police de…

Atlanta Henry L. Fleishman Merchants’ Bank of Los Angeles Cal Fleishman

Missing Fleishman Sought by U S Authorities

Authorities in the United States Canada and Mexico have been notified to search for Fleishman a 40 year old man about 5 feet 7 inches tall and 145 pounds with brown eyes brown mustache brown hair a receding crown and a distinctive ring on the middle finger of his left hand Chief of Police Elton of Los Angeles notes a reward and suggests the fugitive might allow his beard to grow turning reddish brown.

Canada Mexico Fleishman Elton Los Angeles

Tax Books Remain Open Five-Day Extension Notice

Fulton county tax books were kept open five more days by Tax Collector A P Stewart. About $400 000 has been collected of $600 000 total taxes. he expects most of the remaining $200 000 to be paid in the extension period. Daily payments average around 1 200 people, reducing delinquents to about 2 000.

Wright Central of Georgia Railway Company Southern Railway Company Flant System Seaboard Air Line Capitol G. V. Gress Wilcox County Gress Prison Commission Rhd Spain Doba Stewart A.P. Stewart Fulton County

Bijou Theater to Rise on North Pryor in Atlanta

Work began yesterday on the Bijou Theater to be built on North Pryor street behind E. P. Black’s apartment house near the Marion hotel. The Richmond Bijou Theater Company led by Jake Wells will operate it, replacing an earlier plan to use Hoke Smith’s property. The 50 by 180 foot site will feature a marble entry hall, two balconies and an estimated 1200-seat capacity. The project aims for swift completion.

Atlanta Bijou Pryor Street E. P. Black Marion Hotel Bijou Theater Company Richmond Jake Wells Wells Hon. Hoke Smith The Marion

Le Maire Opera Glasses Ad in Prudential Building

Ketlam and Moore advertise the finest opera glasses in the city at 42 North Broad Street in the Prudential Building.

LE Maire Opera Ketlam & Moore North Broad Street Prudential Building

Public Schools Close for Christmas Holidays

City schools shut at 2 PM for thirteen day break and reopen January 4. All public school teachers will receive December salaries today as checks are signed and distributed. Superintendent Siaton notes a busy end to the fall term while promoting order and safety in the district. PRICKLY ASH BITTERS advertised as a kidney tonic with bowel regulation.

Ted Geo. W. Bowles Baird Miss Vo Chas HE Lyman West Ave Buffalo Chas Campbell Sunbury Pennsylvania Board of Education Siaton

Grand theater review of farce banquet and Naughty Anthony

A colorful notice praises Ward and Voices for a two spread musical farce banquet at the Grand with Hotel Maybe and Shamrock Bathskellar settings, noting Izzy Mark, Louis Powers, and Frederick Whitfeld in standout numbers. David Belasco's Naughty Anthony earns an upcoming Grand presentation with Marta Doro leading a strong company and a Liebler Company production of Giants Cristé on Wednesday and Thursday before a Christmas matinee.

Ward Voices Walters Atlanta Izzy Mark Warfield Izzy Caps Maybe Perhatés County Louis Powers Frederick Whitfeld David Belasco Naughty Anthony Herald Square Theater New York City Sylvester Maguire Marta Doro Anna Hela Ingenus James O'Neil

Columbia Theater Presents Rail Road Jack and Big Cast

A production with scenic splendor and elaborate electrical effects featuring Frederic de Belle ville Selene Johnson and a strong cast. The Columbia theater drew a large audience for Railroad Jack with dynamic specialties and encores. The Myrkle Harder company follows for two weeks starting Monday with matinees and evening shows.

Frederic de Belleville Selene Johnson James. Ome, Jr Warren Conran W. J. Dixon Claude Gilbert Joseph Slayton Mark Elsworth Edward Lally Edgar Forrest Kate Fletcher Virginia Keating Rebecca Hock Columbia Myrkle-Harder Emma Markle Will Harder Columbia Theater Lst

They Held Up the Wrong Man in Carrollton

In Carrollton Georgia on December 19 a traveler from Edwardsville to Oak Level was dragged from his buggy by six highwaymen demanding money. Believed to be a regular robbery gang, they released him after realizing he was not the intended target.

Carrollton, Ga Johnson Cleburne County Alabama Edwardsville Oak Level

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Junior Orville A. Park Terrell Newnan Govenor .Candler Coweta County Ety Court of Coweta Messrs Orr Ahd Clewer Hardaway Secretary of State Phil Cook State Department of Agriculture Post Office Department J. W. Robertson Whitehall Street Deglares Hood E. J. Chandler J. L. Wollewn Perry Oklahoma Hos. Gillard Elgin Sterling Remedy Co Chicago N.Y Henry Fleishman Whitewall Stone Mountain Potts-Thompson Liquor Company Atlanta, GA Bennete Dr. Bennett Baltco Sly Whitehall St Allants, Ga Henry, Seton Merriman Merriman New York
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