Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Atlanta Constitution in Atlanta, Georgia

We have 1,947,233 pages in Georgia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1921

Page

11

City Court Targets Gang Behind Atlanta Crime Wave

Solicitor Boykin led raids on the criminal network blamed for numerous offenses including burglary and a murder plot. An exuberant grand jury report cited losses surpassing 2.0 million dollars over four years as federal actions join local efforts to dismantle the organization. Several suspects are jailed. others are at large. The public is urged that cases be promptly disposed of based on fresh evidence.

Oy Kit Atlanta Boykin

All for Bonds Unanimous City Support in Atlanta Proposal

widespread civic backing for the $8,850,000 municipal bond issue in Atlanta is noted as unprecedented. The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and major groups endorse the plan, arguing it benefits public service, health, education, and city growth, with bankers signaling favorable terms at par on a 6 percent basis.

Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Atlanta Parent-Teachers’ Association Atlanta Federation of Trades Atlanta Woman's Club

Unable to derive a coherent headline from provided text

The text fragment is garbled and lacks identifiable names places dates or events to form a factual summary. It does not contain a clear news item, making a concise 2 line record impossible without additional readable content.

The A B and A Crisis Faces Georgia Rail System

The editorial warns the A B and A crisis endangers Georgia’s economy and thousands of homeowners along the line. It argues compromising the system would devastate a 640 mile territory, cost 2,000 jobs, and harm the state’s transportation backbone, urging a solution to weather the storm intact.

Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic Railway Georgia Bealde United States Condidar

Fragmentary Verse Notes From The Excelsior Springs Standard

A patchwork of verses and snippets from The Excelsior Springs Standard includes a Mock debate on "Brawn and Brain" with Uncle John, lines about Miss Springtime, and refugees and weather quips. It also cites brief notes on a wild man captured in Mississippi jungles and a Dublin Courier-Herald echoing safety in numbers. The piece closes with Joseph Campbell’s Spring motif from The Dial.

Mississippi Dublin Courier-Herald Billville Joseph Campbell

Supreme moment and sharp might of a blond Viking

A fragmented reminiscence pieces together bold figures in journalism and theater, from a boastful editor to a blond Viking figure, a Sphinx, and a New York trip, recalling trials of power and brutal firing, with street scenes and a Houston event framed in a late era tone. The memoir touches on editors, writers, performers, and urban life, ending with a courtroom misrule and a marriage query.

Wise Advice for Peach Growers on Winter Burn and Spraying

An agricultural note urges peach growers to clear hibernating beetle habitats near orchards by burning woodlands and rubbish before dry weather ends. It stresses supervision to prevent property damage and warns that thorough pruning and timely spraying or dusting are essential to curb curculio and brown rot, with emphasis on finishing each spray to avoid missed areas. It notes USDA agents observe hibernating curculios in orchards and highlights practical spraying efficiency for a strong 1921 peach crop.

United States ‘Department of Agriculturaly Fort Valley Hava

Shadows and Beauty in a Painter's Quiet Reflections

A reflective prose piece by George Matthew Adams discusses a painting by Eugene Higgins showing a lone walker with his dog along a shadowed hillside path. The piece extols shadows as sources of triumph and beauty, urging endurance and moral insight drawn from historical figures and biblical scenes.

Constitution Publicity and the International Executive Committee

Fragmented OCR text references publicity tied to the constitution and an international executive committee. It mentions advertising clubs and a district conference with unclear context and scattered phrases.

Milledgeville Charity Drive Aids Europe War Victims

Milledgeville Georgia reports a Centiary Spectation fund for war stricken Europe shows rising donations. A local committee chaired by Healt hy Ruchan notes that a net gain of 922 dollars has been raised with ongoing appeal for supporters and centers continuing collection efforts.

Milledgeville Pada

Health Talks on Tuberculosis by Dr William Brady M D

Dr Brady discusses tuberculosis contagion and latent infection outlining how most adults are exposed in infancy, infection via close contact, and the dangers of coughing or spitting. He warns against casual contact yet notes that contaminated clothing rarely spreads the disease and advises against handling food by those with active TB.

Bachlli Ana

Honeymoon Spoiled By Forgery Charge Shocks Bride

Macon Georgia February 1 Special The honeymoon of Samus E Barton alias Paul D Dillard ended when he was refused bail and sent to Bibb county Jail to await trial on forged check and larceny charges. His wife, learning of the alleged escapades, left by train. Barton is also said to be wanted in Cedartown Calhoun and Chattanooga for forgery mortgage and swindling. Arrest followed blames on the Lutheran Williams Banking Company.

Macon Onesymoon Samus E. Barton Paul D. Dillard Chattanooga Sity Bibb County Ata Becaud Shreemh Barton Gedar Tore Bieery Blaine Luthern Williams Banking Company

Laying hens sought for Atlanta Home for Old Women

The Atlanta Home for Old Women requests donations of laying hens to save egg costs. The home at 81 West End Avenue, West Had, seeks hens to keep in a back yard area. West 605 is the contact for those who can help, especially if residents lack means to transport birds.

Atlanta West Atlante West Nd Avenue

Harding asks for special senate session in March

President-elect Harding requests a special session of the new Senate for March 4 to confirm cabinet and other appointments. The telegram to Senator Lodge via Senator Underwood signals the move as a standard transition step, with about a score of Senate elections requiring timely attendance.

Washington Harding Senate Wilson Asta Mont Senator Lodge Massachusetts White -House Underwood Alabama

Farewell Gift Made Hermance by Rotary Club

The Rotary Club held a regular meeting with members only speaking. Frances Solomon entertained with guitar and songs, drawing repeated encores. Mrs. A I Prickett received a club gift, and Harry Hermance was honored as he leaves Atlanta for Woolworth duties abroad. a special meeting was set for next Tuesday.

Rhontha Rotary Club Frances Solomon Harrington A. I. Prickett Bera Cowan Rotarlang Lee Ashcraft Hermance Atlanta Cera Rotaria Sie

Witnesses Examined in Bunco Probe In Atlanta Fulton County

The Fulton County investigation into bunco activity in Atlanta continues with witnesses examined and documentary evidence reviewed. No new indictments were issued as the probe, led by the solicitor general, expands to federal involvement and questions about army officer connections.

Sha Bunco Atlanta Fulton County Brand Jf Gaytra Poykin Sollcitor United States District Attorney Tiea Arge Auma

Forum Luncheon to Feature Miss Martha Berry Speaker

The Rome Georgia chamber plans a noon luncheon in the assembly hall featuring Miss Martha Berry founder of the Berry Schools as a leading educator. Robert B. Troutman chairs the forum committee and reports strong response from chamber offices with numerous acceptances.

Forum Atante Chamber of Commerce Chamber Martha Berry Berry Schools Rome Erica Vee Bas Robert B.troutman Maifea Guaion Carda

Five Points Crash of Cars Results in Damage Suits

In Decatur Street collision at Hive Bolate indeg eeeion near Park, two damage suits filed in superior court. Lois Eugene and Mae Gaither face Georgia Railway and Power Company. claimed $5,000 and $7,000 respectively. Minor involved and representatives Bowlaty and Dennis noted. Police report indicates burglary at a hardware store by Lightfield and Neo Pottery burglars later pursued.

Hive Bolate Decatur Xan’ Wild Peathtre-Piedmont & Park Superior Court The Georgia Railway Power Company Lois Eugene Gaither Mt: Are Bowlaty & Dennis

Overcoat Theft Blamed on Atlanta Visitor Incident

Vice President elect Calvin Coolidge visited Atlanta and praised local hospitality. One man allegedly thefted Coolidge's overcoat as a souvenir, leaving police to keep the case quiet while hoping the thief is caught. The garment was unguarded during the stay and later not found.

Calvin Coolidge Atlanta Lita Massachusetts Peachtree Street Polic

Newberry Maintains Plurality After Michigan Recount

Washington reports a recount showing Senator Newberry ahead by about 4,500 over Henry Ford in Michigan. With 82 precincts left, Ford gains about 3,125, while Newberry’s original lead was near 7,500. The Senate committee announced canvass work to finish tomorrow.

Washington Senator New Berry Henry Ford Michigan Senate Mr. Ford Senator Newberry

Texas Governor Seeks End to Suspended Sentences

Texas Governor Neff asks the legislature to repeal suspended sentences, calling the measure a tool that shields professional criminals. He cites a crime wave and vows tighter control, after abolishing the prison advisory board and limiting pardons.

Texas Austin Neff Néfi

Two youths sought on murder charge in Virginia county

Fittsburg February 1 Robert Martin and Robe Haggerman white youths charged with the murder Sunday of Godfrey Shultz 50 a farmer near Wellsville in Nottoway County were being sought by authorities Shultz in an ante mortem statement said he was shot when his efforts to pull their automobile from mud near his home proved futile police said Haggerman and Martin had been drinking heavily at the time of the killing Mrs W A Peebles dies at private hospital sister of prison commissioner T E Patterson resident of College Park died Tuesday after a brief illness She is survived by her husband and two daughters funeral notes will follow

W. A. Peebles T. E. Patterson Colege Park Thomas Henry Peskies Bmildr Andonette A .C. Hemperley East Point Inter

Directors' Meeting in Millengarile to Address Mid Term

A February session was held with full attendance as the board met in Atlanta to discuss mid-term matters. The meeting included the approval of a Henan student fare application and confirmed ongoing college governance actions.

Millengarile Bogelat

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ulark Howell Sditer General Marager Elt Bon Am tDeltyana Bundaye N. W Mr. J. &. Holloman New York City Dey Uka Pe S -Negalands iLrondwey Korty-Second Strcet Times Building Thirty-eighth Street Ale Ies Dolo John Excelsior Springs Happy Land At- Hox Calnad Jehtning Simon Hern Camal New York Houston Aidan Ian’ Gald George ‘Matthew Adams Hiugene Higeins Adan Lincoln Shidowal al Aids Europe Ley William Brady Brady Avery Dropaganda H. A Orn Cope Thbietel Miss Berry Lighfield Neo Pottery Newberry
Search Courier

Search the Atlanta Constitution Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Atlanta Constitution?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication