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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1921

Page

9

Rate Decision Dissent on Exchange Rates and Costs

The document outlines a commission ruling on exchange rates for a telephone company, noting projected annual revenue increases of about 34,000 and total rate effects around 900,000. Chairman Canler’s dissent questions the basis of the increases, cites high depreciation and working capital allowances, and suggests a different twelve month revenue framing. Commissioner Perry adds a supplemental view comparing requested and approved deductions and detailing the net impact of approved rates.

Yam Jagoe Repaira Renee Ee American Telephone and Telegraph Company Western Electric Company Tam Commission M. Candler Perry Canilor Ita James A. Perry

Operations of Bunco Gang Revealed Here

A midwestern solicitor's letter exposes Bunco gang methods and cautionary notes to a confidence man. The missive from Sherwood & Sheppard brokers discusses code reports, Western Union use, and threats of dismissal for indiscretion. It notes future operations in the region and references a ten day vacation request and board discussions. Names include W. W. Bond and Mr J Sk Welton, with references to New York City and Chicago.

Sherwood & Sheppard Co. Brokers Wasson Street New York City J. Sk. Welton Caredstone Chicago Western Union Goers Adicate Pest Board of Diractry W. W. Bond

Confidence Game Tangle in Atlanta Exposes Long Fraud Ring

Narrative recounts a Banco style confidence scam in Atlanta where victims cash checks and are fleeced as office staff abscond with funds. Abe Powers and others tied to the case are named, with Powers convicted for an $11,000 payoff fleecing and given five years. A lengthy list of alleged con men and aliases follows, tied to solicitor Boykin’s warrants.

Ati Cas Banco Syndicate 3 Secon Abe Powers Atlanta Superior Court Aliaa Abr Powers Rogues Gellery Frank ¥. Pollard Boston Maes Texas George Wrist Frank Pollard George A. Clarke Cieinnati Ohio Cincinnati Charles Butler Ney Orleany Lonngville Wellsburg United States Az Abe Powers Altag A. Sk. Powers Alias Pollard Altag Powell Atlanta, Ga Boykin Mark Tillery Art Young J. J Wilson Toledo Red Wilson Albert Thompson Whitey James Whitey Downs George George Russell Otto Duff John Richards Jim Johnson Charles McCord Old Man Brown Mustache Jim Pete Ragan Jack Ragan Cliff Wade Birdcage Kid Bob Curtis Lem Gleason Jacky Fort Ira Fort Red Blue S. D. Patterson Walter W. Hamlin Chappie Lewis Billy Bellmont Big Kentuck George Kennedy Neil McDougal Denver Smithy RB. M Fred Dubey Ellis Shorty Graham Floyd Woodward Dr. Sterling John A Alexander Red Killian Tommie Wiclds Black Mike

Alabama Cops Road Race From Slagtown

University of Alabama men won the three mile road race staged here today with a Birmingham Southern College team of Irons, Kirby and Cobb finishing strongly. Webb and Scribner led the visiting squad as Frank Prosch of Alabama collapsed from heat making a final sprint to the tape and then lay unconscious.

University of Alabama Birmingham-Southern College Irons Kirby Cobb Webb Scribner Frank Prosch Alabama

Socialist Lecture By A. W. York In Atlanta Hall

A. W. York will lecture on the topic Sell Before Death at 3 o clock Sunday afternoon in the W O W hall at Mitchell and Broad streets. The event, endorsed by the Atlanta branch of the Socialist party, will outline perceived capitalist errors and worker suffering along with a musical program.

A. W. York W. O. W. Hall Mitchell and Broad Streets Atlanta Socialst Party York

Mashie Shot Saves Evans From Defeat at Roslyn

Chick Evans, famed American amateur golfer, cites his mashie as his best shot after a 160 yard stand that won a match against Reginald Lewis at Roslyn on Long Island. He recalls 41 hole battles, Oakmont and Cleveland semi finals, and estimates about 150 cups and 200 medals won through his career.

Malcolm Maclean America Chick Evans Chick England France Reginald Lewis Roslyn Tae MacFarlane Gelf Culmet Oakmont Ned Sawyer Cleveland Evans Engineers Long Island Evang

Boxing Tolerated at Williams College Despite Restrictions

Boxing will be tolerated but not encouraged at Williams College, with current policy allowing limited bouts. The stance suggests cautious engagement, emphasizing control and safety over promotion, reflecting a restrained approach to the sport within campus activities.

Williams

Army and Navy Boxing Champs Sought by National Association

New York February 5 The National Boxing Association seeks service champions for the army and navy. Secretary Tex O Rourke announces elimination bouts to be held in military camps across the country to crown service champions.

Oirgurke New York St&tmall Army Navy National Boxing Association Tex O'Rourke Counee

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