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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1914

Page

12

Rescue Train Sent for 300 Rebel Soldiers

Bernard Schofield Journeyed from Brazil Indiana on his first road trip as Mexican cowboys reported all escaped and Americans held for ransom. Relief came as Dr Herr bulletins arrived and a rescue train was dispatched by telegram from Secretary Bryan to Consul Howards. General Benavides agreed to run another train carrying 300 rebel soldiers to prevent Castillo from attacking Americans.

Bernard Schofield Brazil Ind Dr. Herr Bryan Howards Castillo Benavides Tokerher

Rebels Plot Active Campaign In Northwestern Mexico

General Alvaro Obregon, commander of constitutionalist forces, arrived from Hermosillo to meet with Carranza and insurgent officials to plan a sudden west coast offensive. The campaign targets Gueymas and Mazatlan with possible larger push toward Guaymas, aided by ammunition from the United States via Nogales. Recruitment orders would swell Sinaloa to about 12,090 men.

Culacan Mexico Alvaro Gbregon Hermosillo Carranza Chihuahua Gueymas Masatlan Gueigiajare United States Nogales Ariz Sinaloa

Fall of Mazatlan Not Confirmed

San Mere Cal reports February 7 that briefings from Rear Admiral conlés and others at Point Loma fail to confirm rebel reports of Mazatlan capture. Naval officers in the harbor continue to say federals still control the Mexican seaport.

Mazatlan San Mere Cal Conlés Point Loma Mexican

Situation at Tampico Reported Unchanged

Wireless' reports from Tampico state the situation has not changed and reinforcements are expected. The son and daughter of John Lind arrived from Havana and stay with their father at the consulate. This is a Bardolt world with a ten-year-old boy who believes pirates and Indians framed in films live in East Orance.

Tampico Hux Mevico Tampica Reinforcementa John Lind Havana East Orance MN. J

When You Smell the Good Food Cooking

An ad urges readers to pay attention to digestion as scent or sight of food can trigger nausea. It claims Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets improve digestion by stimulating stomach juices, and promises quicker relief for worn out digestion. The ad touts a 50 cent price and suggests keeping a tablet handy after meals.

Stuart Rugsist

Bank Committee Faces Atlanta For Regional Bank Seat

The Atlanta Clearing House and the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce prepare for a pivotal regional reserve bank decision. A joint committee gathers statistics, with substantial support from banks and merchants across more than twenty states. High level officials including McAdoo and Houston may attend the Capital City club banquet, as 300 guests are expected.

Atlanta Atlanta Clearing House Association Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Southeast Atlanta Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association Chamber of Commerce Clearing House Solso 7. K. Orr Wullawsa John Skelton Williams Treasury Meadow Houston Texas Capital City Club McAdoo Williars Robert &. Maddox American National Bank Robert Lowry Lowry National Bank Banke New York Saranac Lake Potsdam Dunskirk Bennsylvania Dallas Chambersburg Hardaine Nanticoke Carnegie District of Columbia Washington Town—Elkader Sioux City Hock Valley Military Grapevine Gatesville Clarendon Wichita Falls Sherman San Anelo

Crematory test date set for next Saturday

After a brief conference Mayor James G Woodward and W E Dowd Jr sales manager for the New York Destructor company announced the first test of the new 4276000 crematory plant will take place next Saturday The mayor’s consent followed a five day notice required by ordinance Councilman Claude Ashley as the mayor’s rep said he favors the test Engineer Frank Lederle will represent the city and may call in five more engineers to prepare the evaporation test record to verify the plant meets specifications and contract guarantees

James G. Woodward W. E. Dowd New York Destructor Company Destructor Company Claude Ashley Woodward Ashley Frank Lederle Lederle

Rebels Warned Against Spaniards Executions in Torreon

U S officials report constitutionalist leaders in Mexico deny plans to execute Spaniards captured at Torreon. State Department instructs diplomats to condemn any summary killings of Spaniards, irrespective of their role in Torreon’s defense.

Wassasugu State Department Mexico Torreon Vila Parale Officara

Rockefeller Tax Fight Sparks County Residency Question

Rockefeller disputes a new county tax under Warned law claiming full wealth tax due. His attorney Virgat Kline calls the insistence on payment “silly” and argues he remains a New York resident after wintering with his wife. The matter, backed by Governor Cox, may go to the highest court for resolution.

Rockefeller Virgat DP Kline James MM Cox Mr. Kline New York State

Antebellum Negro Rescues Cash Register in Looted Grocery

A daring young Black man robbed Mr. G. A. Cann’s grocery at 134 Luckie Street, stealing about $75. An elderly Black man, described as an antebellum relic, chased the thief, recovered the cash register at Orme and Luckie, and returned it to the store with its contents intact. Police could not locate the thief.

G. A. Cann Linchie Street Ndt Orme Street Luckie Tughway Algeer Darkey Orme and

Heroine Saves Family From Fire at East Lake Home

Neighbors recount Miss Helen Jones, a popular East Lake figure, staging a daring escape from a blaze that destroyed her father’s home early Friday. She hacked through a glass door to wake and shield her sick mother, aunt, and 9-year-old brother, then led them to safety before leaping to safety herself. Coke Davis aided until medical help arrived. the family seeks new housing as Jones recovers from cuts and smoke inhalation.

Helen Jones East Lake Country Club Coke Davis Miss Jones

Christian Endeavor Week Ends With Decision Service

The Christian Endeavor Society of Central Congregational Church wraps up Christian Endeavor Week with a decision service led by Dr. George L. Hanscom. Speakers include Mrs. G S Peck Miss Margaret Lederle and Robert K Mel among others.

Brung Ween Ae Uae Christian Endeavor Society Central Congregational Church George L. Hanscom G.S. Peck Margaret Lederle Robert K. Mel

Apples In Garbage Incident At Crematory Stirs Racial Tension

The report describes a riotous scene at Rhodes street where crematory workers, led by Chief Jentzen, confront Black laborers accused of stealing apples saved for burning. Insensitive remarks spark controversy as the crew’s efforts to salvage garbage are disrupted and tensions rise over the alleged theft and future use.

Mike Inspector Richardson John Jentzen Richardson S&h Jentzen Rhodes Street Chief Jentzen Jef Jentzen

Atlanta Faces Severe Cold Spell With Drops Toward 15 Above

Forecaster von Herrmann warns a sweeping cold front from the plains will hit the eastern seaboard. Atlanta temperatures may slide from 40 on Saturday to as low as 15 above by Sunday morning, with a 30 degree reading anticipated overnight. Residents urged to light fires, fuel supplies, and bundle up as the region endures the harshest winter chill yet.

Plains States Kansas von Herrmann Atlanta Atlantanais Plains Atlante

Dimnet as French President in Atlan January Feature

The January Atlan profile portrays M. Raymond Poincare as a distinguished yet modest figure. At 53 he ranks in law and politics, with roles from deputy to cabinet minister, Academy member, and lifelong barrister, noted for talent and integrity. He rose amid Briand’s era, yet failed to emerge as a decisive statesman when circumstances demanded.

M. Raymond Poincare M. Mille- Tand French Academy M. Briand M. Poincare Poincare Amin Casimir-Pemer

Farm Extension Wins in Senate

Senator Hoke Smith led passage of the Smith Lever agricultural extension bill in the senate. It provides $10,000 yearly per state and $600,000 for the current two years, rising to $3,806,000 annually after seven years. The bill funds demonstrations in farming and home economics through state and federal channels, with race-discrimination safeguards and distribution to governors in states with multiple agricultural colleges.

John Corrican, Jr Washington Senate House Federal Department of Astculture Secretary of Agriculture Agricultural and Mechanical College Savannah Haitehcock Nebraska Seaereme Ohio Cumming and Kenyon Iowa Fall New Mexico Brady Hoke Smith Smith

Why Have School Visitors

A Boston school tardiness case shows a visiting social worker uncovering family hardship. A dying mother, seven children, and a helpful elder sister explain the boy's lateness as caregiving rather than misconduct. Diagnosis led to relief rather than punishment. The social worker’s investigative method is praised as essential.

Boston

Tarbell Praises Wisconsin Industrial Commission Work

Ida M. Tarbell lauds Wisconsin Industrial Commission after touring the state. She calls the commission one of the cleverest efforts seen, praising its two year plan for cooperation between employers labor unions and the public on policy. The piece notes widespread admiration for the Wisconsin system and its tangible achievements.

Ida M. Tarbell Wisconsin Industrial Commission Ida M. Tarbel Vonecong Amt Denham Wisconsin Miles Tabor Hans

Pyramid Pile Remedy Offers Free Trials for Piles Cure

An advertisement promises free trial packages of Pyramid Pile Remedy for piles addressing both men and women. It claims rapid relief by reducing inflammation, congestion, irritation, itching, sores and ulcers with a 60 cent per box price at drug stores.

Crug Pyramid Drug CO Pyramid Bldg Marshall, Midh Fred

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