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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1904

Page

15

Eminent New York Optometrist Visited Piedmont Atlanta

Charles Lincoln Smith, famed New York optometrist, is visiting Atlanta at the Piedmont Hotel suite rooms 14 and 115. He promotes an exclusive vision correction method for muscular defects, offers free consultations this week, and cites relief from blurred vision dizziness neuralgia headaches and eye inflammation.

Atlanta Charles Lincoln Smith New York Piedmont Charles Lincoln Smith Elow Shariekncoln Smith Piedmont Hotel

General M W Ransom Elevates North Carolina Legacy

General M W Ransom of Weldon North Carolina, once U S Senator and Confederate veteran, praised for leadership in the Tilden Hayes contest and later as a leading cotton grower. He credits Charles Lincoln Smith with restoring his sight through a remarkable optical treatment, lauding the doctor’s skill and postmasterlike care.

United States Weldon North Carolina Matt Ransom South Senate General Ransom Returning Board N. C Charles Lincoln Smith

Endorsing Charles Lincoln Smith by Captain Dobie

Captain RA Dobie of Norfolk a public instruction official and harbor master testifies to his experience with Charles Lincoln Smiths glasses. He holds that Smiths prescription spectacles come highly recommended by leading scientists and prominent citizens. Dobie signs the endorsement Very respectfully Richard A Dobie.

Virginia RA. Doble City of Norfolk Portsmouth Pickett Buchannan Charles Lincoln Smith United States Richard A. Dobie

West Virginia Governor Praises Smith Vision Method

Ex governor W. Atkinson testifies to fifteen years of defective vision efforts and muscular astigmatism. He reports Charles Lincoln Smith's method and prescription glasses provided most satisfactory results and complete success.

Charles Lincoln Smith C W. Atkinson West Virginia

Norfolk cotton broker endorses Smiths prescription glasses

Norfolk businessman 3. B. Harrell of Harrell & Co praises Charles Lincoln Smiths prescription glasses for his wife saying they relieved headaches and watering eyes and improved vision, noting the method has been eminently satisfactory. He founded Norfolk eye care reference in the citys cotton trade era.

B. Harrell Cuy By the Sea Harrell 3. B

Testimony on Doctor’s Skill for Wife’s Relief

A husband testifies to the doctor’s effectiveness in easing his wife’s headaches and vision issues after other treatments failed. He notes the patient’s poor prior response to eight grapples and other therapies, praising the physician’s skill and relief observed.

Mystery Portsmouth Wife Healed by New Glasses Tale

Charles Lincoln Smith of New York is saluted by W M Lawrence for curing Mrs. Lawrence of a long standing headache and neuralgia with prescription glasses. After years of pain and failed treatments, she now sleeps soundly and reports no headaches. The couple credits Smith’s method and marvels at the rapid, dramatic relief.

Jay Fane Portsmouth Laurel and Lincoln Standard Ol Company Charles Lincoln Smith New York Charles Lincolln Smith Beng

Prescription glasses relieve Mrs. Lowery’s headaches in Virginia

A. A. Lowery of Notton Virginia reports his wife suffered seven to eight years of sick headaches and eye strain during travel. After trying glasses with no relief she now sees perfectly and has no headaches using Charles Lincoln Smith’s method of prescription glasses.

Charles Lincoln Smith A. A. Lowery Notton

Knowles business praised by railroad men in Norfolk

The Norfolk and Western Railroad figures prominently as R L Ashburne and capt A B Topping laud Charles Lincoln Smith. They credit his methods and prescription glasses with ending chronic headaches neuralgia and eye irritation, restoring clear vision and relief after years of failed treatments.

BR. E. Ashburne Norfolk and Western Railroad R.L. Ashburne Norfolk and Western Railroad Company Bir. Ashburne Charles Lincoln Smith

Richmond Leading Merchant Endorses Charles Lincoln Smith Glasses

Creed Davis of Sitterding Corngal Davis & Co in Richmond testifies to the success of Charles Lincoln Smith prescription glasses for his one year old son George. He praises Smith as most competent and notes his son’s eyesight improved after three years of trouble. E W Gates, a Richmond wholesaler, also endorses Smith’s glasses after prior eye issues and unsatisfactory options.

Creed Davis Sitterding,Corngal-Davis & Co Richmond Charles Lincoln Smith George

Manufacturer Credits Eye Remedy For Restored Vision

H M Reinhard of Richmond reports twenty years of defective eyesight and watering eyes improved after trying Charles Lincoln Smith’s method and prescription. He says his eyesight is now grand and watering stopped, calling the treatment workmanlike and effective.

H. M. Reinhard North Twelfth Street Richmond Charles Lincoln Smith Reinhard

Site of Depot to Be Visited for Inspection

City Aldermen and bridge committee will meet this afternoon at 2 o clock to inspect the depot site and nearby streets. They aim to evaluate railroads proposed improvements including a Washington street viaduct from the north end of Washington Street across tracks and streets to Glimer Street. A large petition urges the viaduct to ease congestion, aid fire operations, and connect Washington High and Glimer Street, benefiting Grant and Piedmont parks.

Louisville Neshville W. M. Terry A. C. Bruce Washington Street Collins Street Decatur Street Courtland Street Glimer Street Atlanta Siennemen Whitehall Street Fire Department Central Avenue

Mrs Macdonell to Visit Settlement Home Today

Mrs R W MacDonell general secretary of the Woman s Home Mission Society will visit Atlanta today and receive members of the Methodist board of city missions at 3 o clock this afternoon at the Settlement home 74 South Boulevard An informal reception to Mrs MacDowell is tendered by the executive committee of the board all members are invited to attend at the Settlement home proceedings organized by Mra C A Manston secretary.

Womans’ Home Mission Society Settlement Home BR. W. MacDonell Woman's Home Missionary Society Atlanta Methodist Board of City Missions South Boulevard Meth- Mist Board of City Missions R. W. MacDowell The Wapman's Home Mission Society Mra C. A. Manston

No Change in Dr Hardon Condition Reported

Announcement last night stated Dr V C Hardon remains in the same condition for about twenty hours with hiccoughing eased. Many inquiries were made of attending physician Dr W S Kendrick and at the Harden residence regarding his status.

Hardon Aig W. 8.Kendrick Harden

Destitute Freeman Family in Georgia Faces Crisis

News from Oxford Georgia reports a demented father Henry Freeman in Medgeville asylum and a dying mother with pneumonia leaving three girls near death from poverty. Oxford ladies provide a shroud and relief funds help, Emory College students donate 25 dollars, and locals seek orphanage placement for the children while boys await homes.

Oxford Here Henry Freeman Medgeville Good Ladies of Oxford Emory College

Burglar Breaks Into Fairburn Store of J L Brassell

In Fairburn Georgia on February 3 a bold burglar broke into the mercantile establishment of J L Brassell and stole a quantity of goods. Two young clerks slept in the store and were not awakened. A strong posse was organized and officers are searching for the thief.

J. C. Brassell Fairburn J. L. Brassell

Georgia Day Observed Across Georgia Schools

Georgia day February 12 will be celebrated more elaborately this year with large programs at the University of Georgia Mercer and Emory. Fulton county schools Colum bus Newnan Augusta Covington and Valdosta plan observances. Bibb county schools study Oxlethorpe and Georgia colony history. Atlanta Boys High with a medal for best declamation. Mrs J G Scrutchins street school to feature the program.

Georgia University of Georgia Mercer Emory Fulton County M. Ts. Brittain Columbus Newnan Augusta Covington Valdosia Bibb County Oxlethorpe Colony of William MM. Slaton Atlanta Joseph Habersham J. G. Scrutchins George

Scientists Move Church to Grand Building in Atlanta

The Second Church of Christ, Scientist formerly at 122 Peachtree Street moved yesterday into the Grand building in the Miedmont hotel block. Public reading rooms face the front on the Sfth floor and Sunday and mid week services occur at the Atlanta Women's Club on the same floor. Mrs. Mary Trammell Stott is the first reader and William M. Goodwin the second reader.

Church of Christ, Scientist Peachtree Street Miedmont Atlanta Women's Club Mary Trammell Stott William M. Goodwin

Valentines All Kinds at John M Miller

Valentines displayed at John M Miller on Marietta Street offering a variety of gifts and items for the occasion. Limited details available in the fragment.

John M Miller Marietta Street

Trial of Charley Hill At LaGrange Crowded Court

LaGrange Ga February 3 Special The trial of Charley Alli charged with the murder of Wat Brown continued all day the court house crowded to suffocation. The prisoner read an eight page statement this morning the state and defense presented witnesses in rebuttal and the case attracted great interest. The defense claims self defense while the state asserts Brown attacked first and was drunk.

Charley Hill LaGrange Charley Alli Wat Brown Court House H. A. Hall Reuben Arnold Atlanta Hills Brown Hill Dunk Etill

Trial set as opening speeches in Colonel Thompson case

General opinion favors acquittal, as Colonel Arthur Thompson of LaGrange opens for the state tomorrow. Colonel Reuben Arnelg and Hion B. H Will of Atlanta speak for the defense, Salvestor Hall closing for the state. The trial likely spans tomorrow.

Arthur Thompson LaGrange Reuben Arnelg Hion B. H Will Atlanta Salvestor Hall

Death of John Barber After Fatal Shot by Companion

Waycross Georgia February 3 Special John Barber one year old son of Obadiah Barber died at his father's home near the Okefenokee swamp early this morning after being shot several days ago by his four year old companion Carey Howell. The shooting previously claimed accidental now appears intentional and Howell allegedly said I can shoot cant I before fleeing. A warrant may be sworn after the coroner's inquest tomorrow.

John Barber Waycross Obadiah Barber Carey Howell Okefeenokee Swamp Young Barber Howell

Resignation Linked to Attitudes Toward Negro Carriers

Valdosta Ga February 3 Special Postoffice Inspector R C Bannerman has been in town pursuing the resignation of D D Burrows a city mail carrier who left his job weeks ago Burrows alleged in a letter to Washington that his departure stemmed from unpleasant conditions in the office and the presence of black colleagues The public has not learned the exact nature of his complaints but the prevailing view is that he objected to working with negro employees and carriers in the office No charges of a specific nature are confirmed or known at this time while the postmaster’s status remains unclear

Burrowes Valdosta Postoffice R. C. Bannerman D. D. Burrows Burrows Department Washington

Liberty Superior Court Opens At Hinesville

The Liberty superior court semi annual term in session with Judge Paul Seabrook presiding. Prominent Savannah lawyers attend including Colonels Meldrim Oliver Chapman Stubbs Myrick and Clay and J N Norman and Mr Chariton. A large docket awaits and several cases continued due to witness absence.

Hinesville Liberty Superior Court Paul ©. Seabrook P. W. Meldrim W. M. Oliver J. T. Chapman W. B. Stubbs Shelby Myrick Colonel Clay J. N. Norman Mr. Chariton Savannah

Indiana Democrats win on apportionment act ruling

Lawrenceburg Indiana February 3 Judge George El Dogmey declared unconstitutional the legislative apportionment act passed by the last legislature The decision follows the grounds used by Judge Retman of Lebanon The suits were filed by the Democratic state central committee The Republican state committee has appointed lawyers to defend and will push the case to the supreme court

Indiana Lawrenceburg Ind George el. Dogmey Retman Lebanon Democratic State Central Committee Republican State Committee Supreme Court

Brickmakers Name Officers

The National Association of Brick Manufacturers elected officers today. President G Durington of Galesboro Illinois. Vice presidents J M Blair of Cincinnati Indiana William P Blair of Terre Haute Ind and A R Root of Princeton New Jersey. Secretary A Randalle Indianapolis. Treasurer J W Sibley Birmingham Alabama.

Brickmakers Cincinnati National Association of Brick Manufacturers G. Durington Galesboro Ils J. M. ‘Flair Wiliam P. Blair Terre Haute Ind A.R. Root Princeton Amendare A. Randall Janapolis J. W. Sibley Birmingham Ala

Palma Approves Tariff Revision in Hawaii Cabinet Review

Hawaii February 3 report says the cabinet approved a tariff revision prepared by President Ima and officials. The schedules will be made public tomorrow.

Palma Hawayi Ima Tomorow

Bodies Found in the Ruins after Knoxville Fire

Fireman W J Maxey and foreman J J Dunn died in the Knoxville business district blaze. Their bodies were recovered under the M I Ross Co wholesale grocery building as upper floors collapsed. Maxey captained West Knoxville station. Dunn was ex-member of North Knoxville.

Knoxville Tenn W. J Maxey J. J . Dunn M. I. Ross 4% Co Maxey West Knoxville Duncan North Knoxville

Monument to Lie Dead Men Erected Amid Estimated Loss

Ment may be put on font to erect a monument to lie dead men. The loss estimated today ranges from $335,000 to $350,000, with true insured coverage noted.

Wright May Enter The Race For Seventh District

Rome Ga February 3 Special The announcement that John W Maddox would not seek re election surprised locals It is widely expected that Wright Iron Moses Wright the strong superior of the district will run His supporters are confident in his candidacy and prospects for victory Morley s Lemon Elixir ad copy appears in the item, noting a pleasant laxative for 50 cents a bottle

Maddox Rome Ga. Y John W. Maddox Moses Wright Wright Morley

Prize Drill of Guards in Athens to fund reading room

The Athens Guards announce a prize drill on February 28 to be led by Captain Capps. Proceeds from ticket sales for the military ball will finance a reading room in the Guards armory on Clayton street.

Athens Athens Guards Capps Tmoney Realty L Clayton Street

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