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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1906
Page
8
A mourner in Miller county Georgia recalls a brutal assault, tears streaming as he narrates a frightening home event. Police search partners and a wife confronts him over alleged violence, while neighbors report a tense scene in Bibb or Muskogee style surroundings.
A garbled advert appears to urge ordering a case of Bowden Lithia Water to support “natural healthful conditions,” citing a phone number 1086 for inquiries or orders.
The American Baseball Association reelects Joseph D O’Brien as president for a three year term. The annual meeting in Minneapolis names new directors and officers including Kas from Louisville and Bryer from Cot, with steps to extend terms and reinforce constitutional rules.
An official Bureau of Commerce report outlines Panama’s export trade performance, highlighting a substantial increase in shipments. The data for November reflects a total value around $42.96 million, with a monthly figure near $1.27 million, indicating robust commercial ties between the isthmus nation and other markets. The record suggests Panama’s economy experienced notable export momentum during the period observed.
Fire on New Year's Day at the Peoples Building near Mariett and North Forsyth Street caused about 22,000 in damage. The blaze started in the basement of the Dunn Machinery Company and spread to Johnson's Pharmacy, Pratt Iron Works, The Look Company, and others, with heavy smoke and water damage. The fire was controlled by 2:30 a.m. with no injuries reported and repairs to begin immediately.
Savannah faces a wave of bucket shop closures as law actions loom. O'Dell Stock and Grain of Chicago, via Wood Muston, may resist but Savannah branch signals uncertainty. Cotton speculation may drop with traffic inhibition while major operators keep wire orders.
A Japanese naval squadron led by Rear Admiral Kateoka will sail from Yokohama January 3 on a cruise to San Francisco, Seattle, and Tacoma. The force includes cruisers Itaukushima Waahidatea Mataushima, with Admiral Togo commanding the third squadron.
Washington December 30 The Algeciras conference protocol for Moroccan reform has been ratified by all nations and the treaty will be signed December 31 by representatives of the powers. Regulations for the international police force in Morocco are to be drafted soon by French and Spanish delegates. Colonel Awins to command the force and the Moorish war minister Mohammed Gribbes is tasked by the Sultan to implement the reforms provided by the convention.
A humorous domestic exchange recounts a friend asking about a husband’s smoking habit. The hostess notes the man has mostly quit, claiming a box of elgata previously sent helped break the habit. The playful dialogue emphasizes social cure anecdotes and light gossip.
Washington Seminary in Atlanta advertises the second term starting January 2, 1907. It lists openings for many new pupils across primary, academic, art, and elocution sections with a seventeen member faculty serving about two hundred students in small classes and personalized instruction.
Dr Helderby praised Mayor and Chief Jennings for enforcing law and preserving peace after a quiet Christmas. He commended the police department for excellent service and urged the public to thank them. The sermon concluded with a rising vote of thanks to the chief and police force.
The Atlanta Constitution of Success, Woman's Home Companion, Review of Reviews and The Daily and Sunday Constitution offer a togetherly priced package that is described as absurdly low. If a reader does not want all the magazines, they are urged to send the offer to friends.
Former Congressman Richardson of Tennessee, the highest Mason in the United States, arrives in Atlanta to confer the fourteenth degree of the Scottish Rite on twenty three members. The ceremony at the Masonic temple tonight will be marked by its usual solemity and several social functions are planned in his honor.
Plans for a new three story auditorium building at the State Normal School in Athens include a 600 seat hall with stage and scenery, plus basement space for literary societies and classrooms. Governors and officials aim to raise about $17,000 to fund construction on Mitchell Bridge road between Pitnes avenue and the Went Branson cottage.
Advertises a permanent optician position seeking an up to date refraction and frame fitting specialist. Requests applicants to state age marital status and personal qualities with references. Mailing address provided for applications.
Captain H C White long prominent Gadsden police chief died at his Chestnut Street home at 1 a m after a brief illness of heart disease and pneumonia He was 89 and had served as chief for ten years He led the force with feared respect and was beloved by all segments of the community He is survived by three sons and four daughters and several in law and step relations Funeral arrangements are not yet announced White came to Gadsden from Marietta years ago and built a hotel business before his election to the police post.
Salvation Army postponed its annual treat for Atlanta’s poor children due to rush at Chelate. Major Berriman could not attend previously but plans a Tuesday evening gathering at J ou'cinck with nearly three hundred children invited for entertainment and candy boxes, nuts, cakes, oranges, shoes and stockings, and toys for the youngsters.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Tages and Bras in an unclear event at Tren Apes Tagwebs Wel vanecans. The text also references PX use and a nmach wb made, with stains and lack of grasa details. No clear date place or outcome emerges.
A fragment from The Chicago News shows Mrs. S inviting Mes Strongmind to join a town hall lecture tomorrow evening. The proposed talk is titled the Dark Side of Marrlo Life, with her as one illustration.
A local mill reports over two thousand patterns in fine shirtings ready for sale this morning. Work continued to expand the catalog with diverse textures and colorways for merchants and shoppers.
Clemson College announces a delayed opening due to coal shortages. The start date slips from January 3 to an unspecified January date as supply lines falter. Only a few railroad cars remain and future runs are uncertain. president Dr Mell appeals to coal firms for relief.
A brief notice states the Bowden lithographic water from Bowden Iowa is slightly saline to the taste, very light, soft and palatable, with a contact phone number 1086 for inquiries or orders.
List of uncalled letters at the Atlanta Georgia post office for the week ending December 29 1906. Names include Minnie Allen Grace Arrington Mia Alexander Amanda Buth Mina Fannie Beker Sia Wirton Jane Buing Mell Bell Audley and many more. Notices request recipients to say Adv ar med and accept a one cent charge on each letter.
A long roster of individuals with given and family names appears, listing Miriam Price, Miss Ldale Bich, Mian Sola D Wehordatin Tanran Patton Mra J LPitkin WW Iestey and many others. The dense OCR string reads like a membership or attendee list with scattered punctuation and occasional titles, spanning numerous households and possible towns.
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