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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1900

Page

8

City Council Set to Debate Apportionment Rules and Dual Offices

The regular city council meeting opens at 3 PM with talk of mayor imposed conditions on the apportionment sheet and possible compromises on Peters street work. Tax assessors report a $500,000 rise in realty value boosting revenue by about $6,250, while discussions resume on bond elections for water mains and sewers.

Peters Street Holland Blazell Athe Board of Health Elkin Bloodworth Colonil Park Woodward Atlanta Railway and Power Company Georgialectric Light Company Counciman

Wanted Reliable agents for life insurance and loans

Classified notice seeking reliable agents with experience in life insurance or building and loan business to obtain salaried positions with Southern Guarantee & Loans Company located in Kiser Building, Atlanta. Assets cited at one quarter of a million dollars. Active men urged to improve their present condition.

Southern Guarant& Loans Company Kiser Atlanta

Mrs Mary Battle 18 Dead In Seattle Managed Tragedy

Telegraphic notice from Georgia reports the death of Mrs Mary Battle wife of Judge N W Battle in Seattle Washington. Born Forsyth Georgia seventy two years ago she was the eldest daughter of the late Judge E G Cabaniss. Survived by husband many children and grandchildren and brothers Mezara G A T B J W B G and H H Cabaniss. The Battle family moved from Texas to Seattle where Judge Battle and son practiced law. The elder Battle was once solicitor general and later judge in Georgia.

H. H. Cabaniss Seattle Wash Mary Battle N. W. Battle E. G. Cabanisg Forsyth Battle Thomas Battle Mra C. Peeples Mezara G. A T. B J. W B. G

Hanna Paid for Seat in the Senate and Cox's Price

Cincinnati dispatch reports a legislative price crisis tied to William McKinley and Mark Hanna. George B. Cox and allies pushed a measure to centralized city finances, risking Cincinnati self rule and Ohio party unity as Hanna accepted the price for a Senate seat.

Cincinnati William McKinley Mark Hanna Senate George B. Cox Tweed Hanna Cox McKinley Cinciinnati McHinley Ohio Marcus A. Hanna Han Wiliam McKinley Cinelaati McKinley Republicans Columbus Wiliam McKinley

Methodist Ladies Meet For Century Education Push

The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the north and south Atlanta districts met at Trinity Church in the afternoon, presided by Mrs. Fanny T. Clark. Papers on Cuban, Friendsbury, and Pacific Coast schools highlighted planned efforts to boost education for Cubans, teachers, and Mongolians in the coming century.

Woman’s Home Missionary Society North Atlanta Methodist Church Trinity Church Fanny T. Clark Woman's Home Missionary Society J. P. Milam Cuba Key West Society For Sam Jones Friendsbury Mra. Stradley Pacific

Four Block Fire in St Louis Kills Fireman and Wrecks Stores

A massive Sunday blaze in downtown St Louis destroyed portions of four blocks between Third and Sixth streets and Franklin avenue to Morgan street. Fireman Charles W. Moppes died, nine firefighters injured, several civilians hurt. Losses center on Penny & Gentles and Schaper Brothers, with only partial insurance coverage. The fire consumed dozens of shops and residences, with total value estimated around $4.8 million and many buildings reduced to rubble.

At. Louis Third Sixth Streets Franklin Avenue Morgan Street Charles W. Moppes Penny & Gentles Schaper Brothers Mary K. Knox Penny & Genttes Broadway Famous Penny & Genrie’s Fitch Millinery and Cloak Company D. Crawford & Co People's House Furnishing Company Crawford Derr Bros North Broadway Fourth Street North Fourth Street St. Louis Dressed Beef and Provision Company Wued & Probst Commission Merchante A. Stauffer Barber J. H. Rhode Tetalliquor Herbeth Mercantile Company the &ehisler-Cornell Seed Company

Gave thanks while house burned during Thanksgiving

A family escaped a fire as smoke and flames engulfed their home during a Thanksgiving day incident. Neighbors assisted with safety, while firefighters prevented spread to adjacent properties. A service was held afterward to express gratitude for the family’s survival.

Historic Decatur House of Rev Strickland Burned Down

A 75 year old residence near Decatur named Merry Oaks or Shumate place was destroyed by fire at 2 am. Rev W H Strickland and his family escaped with little clothing as neighbors raced to save belongings. The library of 1,500 volumes was unsalvageable. No insurance coverage.

W. H. Strickland Decatur Mr. Wessley Strickland Baptist Church of the South Georgia South Carolina Tennessee Florida Gainesville

Passing Throng Reflects On Journalism As Art

A New Yorker notes a February Atlantic Monthly piece by Gerald Stanley Lee on Journalism as literature. The essay likens the daily paper to Nazareth of literature and portrays reporters as unseen lifeblood of city life, ever at work while others rest. John Colvin’s friends greet his return from illness at the depot, praising his vigor and looking toward spring.

New Yorker Atlantic Monthly Gerald Stanley Lee Isaiah Dante Kipling Columna John Colvin

Sewall differs with Bryan amid vice presidency talk

Arthur Sewall of Bath Maine, late Democratic candidate for vice president, returns from Honolulu aboard the Australia after quarantine. He backs Philippine retention post Paris treaty and predicts McKinley will be renominated and reelected while doubting Bryan can win. He says he is not a candidate again and would not refuse duty if the Democrats ask him.

McKinley San Francisco Arthur Sewall Bath Australia Sewall Honolulu Harold M. Sewall United States Hawaii Philippines Bryan

St Louis Fire Destroys Million in Property

A major blaze in St Louis on February 4 destroyed property valued between 1 and 3 million dollars across three blocks. One fireman, Charles Mosby, died and eight others were injured, with John Karp gravely hurt. Every engine in the city’s fire company was summoned for the first time in the department’s history.

St. Louis Charles Mosby John Karp Sity

Preacher Owes Whiskey Bill Resigns from Lancaster Church

Reverend Percy F. Robottom, rector of St. James Episcopal in Lancaster, resigns after vestry requests action amid a scandal over alleged relations with a young parishioner. Officials said indebtedness to gamblers and liquor dealers influenced the move, not the church's view of his conduct.

Lancaster Percy Robottom St. James’ Episcopal Church

Four Firemen Injured In Factory Fire Collapse

Four firemen and two spectators were injured at a basket factory on North Green street as the second floor collapsed during a blaze. Firemen, rescued with difficulty, saved the men amid total ruin and an estimated loss of 18,000 dollars. one firefighter, in critical condition, may die.

Chicago Johns&. Benedict North Green Street

Death of Goebel Attracts Attention in National Capital

Washington scene centers on Goebel death and Kentucky crisis as lawmakers weigh peaceful paths and possible clashes. Delegation members defer forecasts while some reps plan to attend Goebel’s funeral and await further guidance from state leaders and courts.

Goebel National Capital Washington Kentucky Congress DeBoe Taylor Frankfort McKinley Wheeler Rhea Smith

Death of A Israel prominent Atlanta Mason 76

The aged Atlanta Mason A Israel died yesterday at his residence 76. He came to Atlanta in 1874 and spent years in dry goods business. A steadfast lodge member he rode to meetings and received support when homebound. Funeral from Masonic hall tomorrow at 2 pm with interment at Oakland.

A. Israel Atlanta Castleberry Street Israel Jamel Masonic Hall Chamber of Commerce Orrow Oakland

Trade With Great Britain Hidden Demands Eyed

London reports the United States ambassador conferred with Lord Salisbury at the foreign office on Wednesday through Friday. Observers believe the Clayton Bulwer treaty was discussed and Britain might yield on the Nicaragua canal in exchange for some concession. Neither side has commented on pending subjects.

England London United States Chowte Lord Salisbury Foreign Office Great Britain Nicaragua

May Change Ambassador to Court of St James

Emperor William may send a new German diplomat to London as ambassador during Count Von Hatzfeldt Wheenberg's leave. February 4 meeting with Count Wolff Metternich signals potential replacement amid reports of the ambassador's poor health and perceived inactivity.

William

Stevens elected president at Chesapeake and Ohio meeting

Directors at a board meeting elected George W. Stevens as president and Decatur Axell as first vice president replacing William E. Ingalls and George T. Bilas. The offices of second vice president and general manager remain vacant, not expected to be filled immediately.

Chesapeake and Oho Beir George W. Stevens Decatur Axtell William E. Ingalls George T. Bilas Mr. Axtell Stevens FP. M. Whittaker

King Will Succeed Roberts in Utah Election

In Chattanooga on February 4 President Ben E. Rich of the southern Mormon headquarters reports a Utah governor’s telegram calling a special election for April 2 to elect a congressman to succeed Brigham H. Roberts. Ex-Congressman Wm. H. King, a Democrat and Mormon, is expected to win.

Utah Chattanooga Tenn Ben E. Rich Wells Brigham H. Roberts Ww. H. King Roberts

Parties Clash in Porto Rico Riots Turn Deadly

In San Juan on the third, federal troops celebrating a Fajardo victory clashed with Republicans over parade permits. A riot left one dead and six seriously wounded. fourteen citizens jailed on murder charges after Republicans defied orders and fought with revolvers and knives until insular police restored control.

San Juan Forty Ano Yanuary Associated Press Fajardo

Catholic Knights of America address in Augusta

P J O Connor supreme commander of the Catholic Knights of America spoke at St Patrick's hall in Augusta to two knight companies and the Ancient Order of Hibernians on the aims and objects of the association. A large audience attended the event with Wash and by.

Catholic Knights of America Augusta Bon P. J. O'Connor Savannah Knights Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick's Hall

Roosevelt backs Taylor after Goebel death in call for lawful will

Governor Roosevelt said the dead Goebel case shows violence cannot prevail and urged sympathy tempered by recognizing the late politician helped set a violent precedent. He endorsed Governor Taylor and urged support for preserving the people's will against force and lawlessness.

New York Albany N. J Roosevelt Goebel Taylor United States

The Newby Light Gas Fixtures and Gas

The item concerns The Newby Light and associated gas fixtures. Details indicate a focus on fitting, maintenance, and pricing for gas lighting equipment in local properties.

Advertised Letters in Atlanta Postoffice Week Ending Feb 3 1900

List of remaining letters for the week ending February 3 1900 at Atlanta postoffice. Includes names under Mele List and Female List with addresses and notes requesting payment of one cent for each advertised letter and to present date. Also advises proper mail addressing for prompt delivery.

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