Stenographers defend Atlanta women against Broughton attack
Miss L P Ware of the Otis Elevator Company in the Inman building voices strong Atlanta stenographers' indignation at Dr Len G Broughton for slurs on women who earn their living as stenographers She recounts hesitation to speak yet confirms the uproar among colleagues and local businessmen and notes pastors share their dismay The statement published here reflects the collective stance of the city’s women stenographers.
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Len G
Atlanta
Dr Broughton
Broughton
Miss Ware
World Making lecture by Dr Samuel Phelps Leland at Grand
Dr Samuel Phelps Leland delivered an engaging lecture before a large audience last night on World Making. The renowned astronomer explained planetary formation and changes with clear, concise explanations and was punctuated by humor that drew applause.
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Leland
Samuel Phelps Leland
New Stock of Stylish Canes at 31 Whitehall Street
Maier and Bereele advertise a fresh line of stylish canes and umbrellas. They boast affordability and up-to-date fashion, inviting customers to visit their shop at 31 Whitehall Street to view the new stock.
Miss Ware Defends Women Stenographers in Constitution
MISS L P WARE responds to Dr L G Broughton, arguing his statement about women stenographers stigmatizes the profession and harms many workers. She urges readers to defend the dignity and humanity of women, noting stenographers’ skills, modesty, and potential for advancement despite hardship.
Valeniumes Comic Collection Debuts by Juan M Miller Co
A promotional note from Juan M. Miller Co on Syddarletta Street announces a large comic and pretty Valeniumes collection. The message touts broad selection intended to suit every taste and invites readers to explore the offerings.
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Juan M. Miller Co
Syddarletta Street
Cold Wave Expected Today After Warm 72 Degree Rain
The weather bureau predicted a cold wave for today after a day that saw 72 degree warmth and a half inch rain at 7:30 pm. Overnight the temperature fell to 36 degrees with increasing wind, signaling the approach of colder air.
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Atlanta
Weather Bureau
Broughton Says Passports to Hell Versus Stenographers
Rev. Len G. Broughton returns from New York and defends his remark that “a passport to hell is better in the hands of many a girl than a stenographer’s diploma.” He claims the quote targets business men, not stenographers, and vows to face any Atlanta backlash with renewed preaching and a planned Sunday night sermon on the topic. He reports no indignation in New York and says he will continue work in Atlanta then return to New York in October.
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L G. Broughton
New York City
Evry
Hell
Br. Broughton
Dr Broughton
Broughton
L. P. Ware
Len G. Broughton
New York
Ciy
Atlanta
Academy of Music
Brooklyn
Edwin Booth
Passing Throng Returns from Havana Visit
Robert Small of The Washington Star, ex-Atlanta journalist, traveled from Havana after a two week visit with his father Rev. Sam Small. He described Havana as delightful and more American than expected, noting Cuban poor appear not worse off than American poor as rationed locals attend balls on Saturdays.
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Robert Small
The
Washington Star
Atlanta
Havana
Sam Small
Small
Cuba
United States
Three Boards May Be Named Today In Georgia Examinations
Governor Candler considers appointing three examining boards for militia field officers, one each at Savannah Macon and Atlanta to cut expense and speed the process. Lawton would head Savannah board while Obear likely leads Atlanta and Huguenin Macon. Thirty five officers elected Feb 1 must face strict exams covering drills laws and regulations within forty days of notice. Dr R E Burford named medical inspector to replace Lincoln. Durant named secretary of Georgia commission to Paris exposition. Upshaw reports from Atlanta.
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Savannah
Macon
Candler
Adjutant General
A. R. Lawton
W. G. Obear
W. J. Kendrick
Kendrick
Lawton
Huguenin
Atlanta
W. E. Wooten
Albany
Georgia
United States Army
United States War Department
AG. O
U. SS
Wagner
United States
R. EB. L. Burford
Brunswick
Burford
Lincoln
Pending French Treaty and Reciprocity Trade Rules
Washington February 3 The state department will pause further reciprocity treaty work awaiting Senate action on the French treaty If the French accord fails all reciprocity efforts under the Dingley act are likely to be abandoned A new plenipotentiary may be needed to handle the heavy burden currently carried by Mr Knapone
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France
Washington
State Department
Senate
Dingley
Knapone
Gift funding Georgia Tech scholarship from Aaron French
Aaron French, Pittsburg capitalist and former donor, surprised Georgia Tech with a new $500 scholarship for a student from any state whose family pays taxes on property under $3,000. The fund, to be repaid by the winner after graduation, will support four years of technical training and may be matched by President Lyman Hall’s guidance. French criticized short sighted state legislation and urged more endowments while noting the need for a new dormitory and a library as the school grows.
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Georgia School of Technology
Aaron French
Pittsburg
Edward Klein
Atlanta
French
Lyman Hall
Mr. French
Hotel Majestic
Tech
Persident Hall
Lake
Mr French
Instituton
Majestic
Captain Hall
Georgia
Cops and burglar scene on South Broad Street
Five or six pistol shots startled residents along South Broad Street near Hunter and Mitchell as Officers Jim Shepard and Will Terry shot at a burglar on a tin roof above 7344 Broad Street. The man fled atop the roof. officers planned to fire into the air to frighten him.
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South Broad Street
Hunter and
Mitchell Streets
Broad Street
Jim Shepard
Will Terry
Terry
Officer Terry
Shepard
Ofcer Terry
Officer Shepard
Chimney Fire Evokes Panic as Burglar Fails to Move
Officers fired blanks at a burglar hiding in a chimney stack but no movement occurred. The illusion resembled a human form and frightened onlookers. Sir Thomas Pat jumped from the roof and vanished into the night as a crowd gathered asking the crowd to clear the sidewalk.
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Thomas Pat
Shepard
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League
Business League
Kimball
Kimball House
Atlanta Business Men's League
Guntersville
Ala
George Chandler
Maier & Bereele, Jeweters
Whiteball Street
Eady
Weld
Lawton Way
General Board
Lfe
Edward M. Durant
Paris
Durant
Georgia Commission
Ww. F. Upshaw
News and Messenger
Monroe
Atventa
Mr. Upshaw
Fitsburg
Apo
President Hall
Tmanch
Cis
Beach
School of Technology
Trion, N
Philadelphia
Drusgists
Sterling Remedy
Montreal
Canada
New
Cee
Cheney
NEWBY
Carter & Gillespie Electric Co
N. Broad St
Ziff Trida
Eiseman Bros
Whitehall
Baltimore
W. German St
Washington, D. C
Cor 7Th
E Sts
Whitehall ST
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