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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1915

Page

2

Welsh and Whitney set for world light title bout in Atlanta

Freddie Welsh defends his world lightweight title against Frank Whitney at the Casino skating rink on Fryoer Street tomorrow night. Tickets are selling fast with 1,500 ring seats and many general admission seats at $1. Whitney arrives today with manager Eddie Harvey. Welsh and Pollak are due this afternoon. Runners from Athens, Macon, Rome and Augusta plan to attend, while betting favors Welsh or a knockout by Whitney. Whitney trains hard, claiming he can pressure Welsh, who remains clever and fast though aging since 1905. The event, promoted by Whitney, draws peak local interest, with prelims announced in Saturday's Constitution.

Freddie Welsh Frank Whitney Atlanta Fryoer Street Barry Pollak Monoon Whitney Eddie Harvey Frenk Georgia Athens Macon Rome Augusta Welsh Prank Whitney Rose Rounis Frank Bouna Mandot Frank Whitnes Rex Tomlin Bros Chess Tonleh

New Year's Sporting Events at Y M C A

New Year's at the Y M C A features a full day of athletic and aquatic meets marking the second annual physical department demonstration. Afternoon events shift to the boys' department with swimming and gymnastic contests, followed by evening water basketball. Public invited to both sessions.

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Chicago Nine Returns Home After 10 000 Mile Trip Through Japan

The University of Chicago baseball team returned to Chicago after a 16 400 mile Orient trip. Japanese fans halt umpires and avoid supporting a losing side, reducing attendance. Waseda University may visit the U S next year. In the Philippines enthusiasm grows as Americans dominate teams. Manila seats reach 1.50 dollars.

Chicago Nine Japan Chicago University of Chicago Orient Waseda University United States Philippines Amé Manila

Chattanooga Football Schedule Altered by Washington and Jefferson

The University of Chattanooga announces a revised grid with Washington and Jefferson moving the trip north to November 25 replacing Thanksgiving. Maryville substitutes the Turkey day date. The corrected slate shows Middle Tennessee Normal, Tusculum, Mississippi Agricultural and Mechanical, Louisville, an open date, Tennessee, Sewanee, Washington and Jefferson, and Maryville all listed with Chattanooga as the venue.

Chattanoosa Lenn University of Chattanooga Washington and Jefferson Maryville Middle Tennessee Normal Chattanooga Tusculum Mississippi Agricultural and Mechanical University of Louisville F Louisville Open Tennessee Chatta Noora Sewanee Washington, Pa Inooga

High Priced Players Released by Nooga

Chattanooga Tenn December 30 Special Chattanooga Cageball players who will not sign a sure which will permit enforcement of the 2 800 rule will be permitted to seek berths elsewhere announced Manager Kid i berfeld this week in mailing out 1916 contracts The Chattanooga manager realizes that the road will be hard this year but believes that most of his Players will see the netersity of the situation and that many players are lucky to have John at all Aitchison McBride and other high priced members of the team have already been released but Catchers Kitchens and Petere Fitcher Dent and the Kid s 50 000 Infields of Harris Pitter Caveny and Gram all draw considerable stipends

Chattanooga Tenn Kid @iberfeld John Aitchison McBride Kitchens Petere Fitcher Dent Harris Pitter Caveny Gram

Amateur Defined by Amateur Union conference adjourns

New York December 30. After exhaustive discussion of the amateur rule the conference of delegates from short governing bodies adjourned tonight with plans for a similar meeting next year. Gustavus T. Kirby presided and noted these rules are recommendations to governing bodies to form an alliance. An amateur is one who participates for pleasure and benefits. Violations include fraud or gross unsportsmanlike conduct leading to amateur ineligibility, paying for participation, or prize disposal for personal gain. Penalties include bans from all amateur sport for years and coaching prohibitions. Summer baseball rules favor no professional competition except under rare safeguards. Advertising athletic fame by name use is banned.

New York Gustavus T. Kirby Intercollegiate Association of Ammteur Athletics of America Jiberewith

May Stage Willard Fulton Bout In Rochester Minn

Boxing promoter T. A. Andrews of Milwaukee said he expects to meet Jess Willard and his manager in Chicago to negotiate a ten round bout with Fred Fulton of Rochester, Minn. If terms are agreed, the bout could be staged in late February in Rochester. Andrews received a telegram from Willard's manager stating promoter Burns would not reconsider the New Orleans cancellation, but is ready to do business with Andrews. Andrews offers $25,000 for the ten round bout.

Miwaukee Wis Andrews Jess Willard Chicago Willard Fred Fulton Rochester Minn Burns New Orleans

Hanlon Knocks Out Howard In First Round Bout

Eddie Hanlon, once a top draw for Atlanta fans, stopped Frankie Howard of Cleveland in the opening round of a ten round scheduled bout at the Columbia Theatre. A sharp left to the heart and a right cross to the chin ended the fight in under two minutes as Hanlon controlled the exchange. Howard attempted a late rally but could not avoid the decisive blows.

Eddie Hanlon Pride of Atlanta Frankie Howard Cleveland Hic Columbia Hanlon Howard

Prater Defeats Baker In Crystal Pool Match

Prater again defeated William Walter in the second round at Crystal parlors. The night match ended 200 to 180, bringing the two-night total to 400 to 345 with Prater leading by 85 balls. Baker must score 253 tonight to win, while Frater seeks 200. The final 600 ball wing is set for eight o clock tonight with a crowd watching. Baker will then perform trick and fancy shooting exhibitions.

Prater Willian Walter Crystal Parlors Baker Frater Flr

Millen and Statesboro Play Thriller on Focal Grid

A December 30 gridiron clash ended in a 0-0 tie as Millen and Statesboro battled evenly. Captains Ardem and Wallace led their teams, with key plays from Crimson, Simowlitz, and Arden. The exciting contest kept fans on edge as both defenses stifled scoring chances.

Btatesbury Millen Iby Ardem iGaptain Wallace Wallace Srimson Ie Bucking Simowlitz Bome Arden

Graves to Return to Game Shortly

Johnny Graves, hurt in a Wednesday practice game, is expected to return within a week to ten days. Dr. William P. Nicolson reports he rests easily and is improving. He may be sent home today and could rejoin the lineup in time to face the University of Georgia on January 15, with Columbus on January 8 the only other scheduled game before.

Johnny Graves William P. Nicolson Graves Nicolson Johnny Fonge de Lean Plate Gare University of Georgia Columbus

League Merger Forms New Regional Baseball Circuit

Boston officials announce a merger of the New England League and the Eastern association creating a ten club circuit with Lynn, Lawrence, Lowell, Worcester and Portland from the New England group plus five Eastern clubs likely Springfield, Hartford, New Haven, New London and Bridgeport.

Boston New England League Banterm Association Lynn Lawrence Lowell Worcester Portland Springhold Hartford New Haven New London Bridgeport

Everywoman at the Atlanta Theater on New Year Eve

Lovers of drama celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Atlanta theater as Everywoman is presented. Edna Porter leads the cast in this Henry W. Savage production praised for its high standard and popular appeal. A Saturday matinee and night show follow.

Atlanta Misa Edna Porter Henry W. Savage

The Bride Shop headline feature at Forsyth

Keith Vaudeville at the Forsyth presents The Bride Shop a lively musical comedy with Tunny, Lola Wentworth, and Andrew Tombes praised for bright comedy and production. Also at Lyric The Whirl of Life with Vernon Castle stars draws crowds and the Atlanta premiere of a Canties-based film. Geraldine Farrar returns to the Grand in Temptation with Patti de Caroba in Carmen role. Alamo No. 2 advertises today only dance film with Vernon Carties in New York scenes and San Sufel restaurant interiors.

Forsyth B.A. Rolfe Andrew Tombes Lola Wentworth Secon Bii Vernon Castle Lyric Atlanta Fim Cafe de Paris Yas Sao Sera Geraldine Farrar Ax Ammo A Hs Management Alamo No. 2 Vernon Custis Mmodera Soulsty Caatten Fim At Their Very Best. i Included Stmong Tig Nome Vernon Carties New York

Beloved Vagabond at Strand with Edwin Arden in Paragot

Edwin Arden stars as Paragot in The Beloved Vagabond at the Strand today and Saturday. The Pathé image stages Vagabond life on the road with outdoor scenes not possible on stage, showing Paragot’s disillusionment and return to the highway under Howard Facedirector.

Vazabona Strand Edwin Asden Carter Blaine Pathe Edwin Arden Paragot Addie Howard Face

Kentucky Delegation Pledges Support for Fairbanks

Indianapolis Dec 36 The Kentucky delegation to the Republican National Convention pledged to Charles W Fairbanks of Indiana for President. Edwin P Morrow saluted Fairbanks at a local theater as crowds cheered. Signs reading Fairbanks for President appeared in hotels and business districts ahead of the Chicago convention.

Indianapolis Ind Charles W. Fairbanks Indiana Edwin, P. Aforrow Pucata Peguero Goveror Brorrow Fairbanke Morrow Seadera Loulaville Deentucky Fairbanks Chicago

Atlanta Banks Declare 4 Percent Dividend for 1915

The American National Bank announced a 4 percent semi annual dividend of 24 000 payable January 3 to stockholders. Colonel W L Reel said widespread prosperity was anticipated by bankers in 1916 and that 1915 was successful despite the December 1914 business downturn. Building permits show a slight year to year gain totaling 41 901 with 1915 at 4 586 259 and 1914 at 4 564 458. Sonex Avenue sale reports Martin Ozburn Realty sold the southeast corner of Jones Avenue and Edwards Streets a storeroom and dwelling on a igt 244 100 purchase price 950.

American National Bank W. L. Reel Sonex Martin-Ozburn ‘Realty Company Jones Avenue Edwards Streets

Multiple Property Transfers and Mortgages in Early 20th Century

A dense ledger of real estate trades, quitclaims, and mortgages listing buyers, sellers, and parcels across streets such as Crew, Bowen, Cascade, Peachtre e, and West Point with dates from 1915 to 1945. Included are charted transfers among individuals and firms like the Investment Company of Georgia and Fulton County Home Builders, detailing lot sizes, street sides, and coordinates.

Treeda James J. Haverty Miss May Iz Haverty Faly Street Central Avenue Mie Bagels Balk Eugenia Balch Myre M‘ghae] Cohen Crew Street M. i. Hauchenbere Walton Earty Company Langhorn Strest Lucile Avenue Cement Stone and Tile Company MTS Marion H. Collier and Frea EK. A. Eddins John Gthaon Bowen Avenue Burton Street Soxtac J. M. Britt H. B. Schumrect Cascade Avenue Beecher Street Rebecca _N. Turner HA. Eading John Gibson Foforth Bowen Avenus Joseph Stevenson William J. Stevenson Corart William A. Wilson James Stevenson Same Lumapkin St al John B. Daniel Albert H. Batley South Side St Charies Avenue Frederick Street Investment Company of Georgia Charies Foater Prat Street College Street Genevieve G. Miller Fulton County Home Builders Peachires Street Sixth Street Mortgage Loan Company Hulton Street Bf. Owens Mortgage Bond Company of New York Park Avenue JH. B. Schumpert Charles David Stern Genie Fowler Lucs M. Abrams Williams Street East Point Avenue W. W. Ogletree Gilizabeth J Co Gowtey Wabash Avenue Walter D. Smith Piedmont Ashby and Harswell Streets Peter Giancoli John Bieccchi Hartford Avenue Helens Street Sam_M. Agraon Minnia Cohen Emma Neal Dougisa Flor. A. Jones Acme Manufacturing Company Pine Street J. A. Innes College Park Genevieve G. Miler Peachtree Street B. KH. Shockley Roy P. Robinson Stephens Street McDsalel

Orange Trees Mantled in Snow Across Southern California

Snow covered orange trees across the citrus belt from Hollywood to San Bernardino and Riverside. Temperatures stayed at or above freezing, avoiding crop damage as rain and snow fell before noon in Altadena Rialto Bloomington and other areas.

Los Angeles Cal

Classified Ad Policy Notes in The Constitution

The notice outlines ad submission rules for local want ads. Advertisers must use written orders, two-line minimum, six word increments, and no phone placements. The paper disclaims responsibility for single incorrect insertions and limits on repetition.

Asergen Ontelte Atlanta Nia

Classified Want Ad Guidance Amid Publishing Rules

Courteous operators familiar with rates and classica Yona offer complete information and wording for Want Ads. They assist by telephone and mail, with payment required upon publication. Ads may be prepared by staff or callers, ensuring compliance with posting steps and regulatory steps.

Personal note on care and adoption critique

An unclear report discusses care for a person identified as Mat ABNTT and mentions fans, an Intence BMirehe, and a reference to the Sistine chapels. It notes a week of prices and a review of recent events including Fe Ceckbera and Metis, with scattered mentions of Atlasta and a Valaire word.

Sanit Ariom Atlasta MME Valaire

Local Classifieds fragment from Georgia business ads

A damaged OCR fragment lists addresses and services in Georgia including an art school and professional cards. It mentions Long Distance Telephone and cash for ads with partial contact strings like 3032 14T4 and 3050 Atlanta. The readable items suggest a small classifieds page with business card notices and promotional phrases.

Sui Atlanta

Lost and Found notices clutter streets and phones

A garbled collage of lost and found notices lists items such as a black brocade coat with Seaver fur collar, a mule or horse weight claim, a white dog with light markings, a diamond ring, pocket books on a Decatur car, eyeglasses, a Ruth engraved item, keys, and a gold brooch. Contact details and rewards are included for owners to reclaim items.

Ladigs Miwuke Piedmont Driving Club Bisck Borsa Maine Georgian Terrace Hotel Newnan Georgian Terace Hotel H.C. Fleer Decatur Edgewood Peachtree Street Wean Ruth Ivy Ius Whitewill

Memorial editions of Washington works advertised

The notice lists memorial editions of Booker T. Washington’s life and death, with prices and dealers such as L. Philips Publishing Co and Munn & Co. It also markets related biographical volumes and bundled complete stories, urging express delivery and credit options. Several miscellaneous ads follow for agents, law study at home, barber training, employment agencies, newspaper routes, and government job exams.

Booker T. Washington Dr. Washington Flmnell Frederick E. Drinker Tuskegee i. L._Pnilips Publishing Co Avante Munn & CO Scientific American Cate Constitution J. W. Lucas Cusseta Alabama

HELP WANTED Female ERY WANTED Female

Help wanted notices list positions for female clerks and teachers and a missionary employment agency seeking color staff. Provides addresses and phone number, plus Spanish tutoring ad and a used piano for sale.

Missionary Workers Employment Agency Iit Auburn Ave Ivy

Situation Wanted ads with varied credentials and rates

A dense block of classified style notes shows multiple situation wanted entries. It includes an experienced grocer seeking wholesale work, a seven year specialty salesman seeking change, a traveling salesman position, a bookkeeper and clerk role, an estimator for building materials, a mechanical engineer, a stenographer, and more. Rates for these ads are listed as three cents per line per insertion, with payment required in advance at The Constitution office. Contains numerous address cues and contact instructions such as care Constitution and box designations.

Cen Ouf Dranden Museom Ailonlou Jewel Dee Company Liv Aupure Aveoua Boyd Austell Blag Queens Pottery Commission J_M Allen Hingston Tann Healey Bidy Decatur Street Sds Constitution Office Care Constitution Josus Boorkheper Serson Eatea Cation Marsied Atenographic C. T. Bell Currier Street Dafoen

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