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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1909

Page

12

Near beer saloon fines upheld in recorder court

In a recorder court session on Marietta street near Corput, W A Freeman was fined 28 for keeping a near beer saloon on September 1 last year. A separate case against Grit Freeman involved four pint bottles of whisky found during a burglary probe, leading to a 57.50 fine.

Recorder’s Court W. A. Vreeman Marietta Street Corput Freeman Wality Recorder Grit Freeman Hicks

Winter Salvation Army Congress to Convene in Atlanta

The Salvation Army holds its annual winter congress in Atlanta February 25 to 28 with Brigadier and Mrs Stanyon of New York City attending. Delegates from southern cities will join main services at First Congregational Church with Governor Hoke Smith presiding.

Salvation Army Atlants Closivs Colonst E Holz Department of Pennsylvania South Stanyon New York City Ahe Privets Eva Booth Berri Fist Congregational Church First Congregational Church Hoke Smith

Amen's Missionary Movement Announces Fare Details

Annotated notice from Birmingham Ala Seaboard outlines round trip tickets at 5.20 dollars with tram rates for live Atlantic 8 service on Tuesday. City Ticket Office at 23 Peachtrea offers information. two phone lines listed.

Birmingham Ala Seaboard

Reichert Visits Atlanta On Alfalfa Plans And Speech

J H Reichert, second vice president of the International Correspondence School of Scranton, pa, spent over a week in Georgia on business. He spoke Tuesday night at the Knights of Pythias Hall in Atlanta, addressing students and friends about success and alfalfa as a major crop. Reichert, a noted agronomist, urged Georgia farmers to plant alfalfa, asserting millions of acres could yield substantial dividends.

J H Reichert International Correspondence School Scranton Georgia Atlanta Knights of Pythias Kiser Winang Rickert

Weather and Enterprise Tied to Forecasting

New York February 10. Je I Moore chief of the United States weather bureau asserts Americans owe their spirit and enterprise to changing weather. He spoke on Shemes and Weather Forecasting at Columbia University during a lecture outlining the importance of weather conditions to national life.

Americcas New York Je I. Moore United States Weather Bureau Moore Columbia University

Morning Wear Jewelry for Daytime Use Highlighted

Modish buyers seek clear-cut distinction between dressy jewelry and morning wear pieces. Shirtwaist rings belt pins collar pins waist sets purses and day wear jewelry receive special attention in our store with the smartest new items on offer.

J H Seals founder of Sunny South dies at 78

Colonel John Henry Sears longtime newspaper man and founder of The Sunny South magazine in Atlanta in 1874 died at the state sanitarium Milledgeville at age 78. His body arrived in Atlanta and funeral services were set for 10 o clock at H M Patterson Son Chapel with interment in Oakland cemetery. He built a broad journalism and literary career including The Temperance Banner and The Georgia Literary and Temperance Crusader. He married Mary E Sanders in 1857 and survived by a brother, a sister, and a federal veteran near Griffin Ga.

John Henry Sears The Sunny South Milledgeville Atlanta H M Patterson & Son Oakland Cemetery Sears South Warren County Mercer University Pensle Temperance Banner Georgia Literary and Temperance Crusader General Braggs Richmond Postefaire Greensboro Mary E Sanders Sunny Houth Colonel Seals Rey T A South Georgia Conference W J Kincaid W I Kincala Kincaid Manufacturing Company Gritin, Ga

Jacob Ris Lecture Postponed At Temple Lyceum

The lecture by Dr Jacob Rua scheduled at Temple Lyceum this week has been postponed due to business demands. It will be rescheduled in Atlanta later this year.

Jacob Ris Temple Lyceum Jacob Rua

Mistaken Identity Case Probed in Anniston Ala

Anniston Alabama February 16 special effort to proving if son Bud Thompson innocent of stealing cotton on the grounds of mistaken identity Roy Heese in jail at Talladega will try to prove his innocence. The Talladega merchant to whom the cotton was tied is said to have made a mistaken identification in the case.

Anniston Ala BF ‘Thompson Bud Thompson Roy Heese Talla Bud

Acquitted of Contempt Charge in Macon Court

In Macon on February 10 special term Judge Urquhart acquitted Boys Groves of contempt of court related to alleged illicit mail actions. The earlier disorderly conduct charge involving a Negro named Groves was dismissed as the case did not develop as feared.

Macon Groves Urquhart Jack Tomer

Detained man linked to bad checks after race losses

In Paverneh Georgia on February 10 police connected Reinheld H Greve, a well known young man, to several businesses reporting he cashed bad checks. He claimed racing losses left him financially embarrassed and that he hoped to repay with future money, but the plan failed and checks were bounced. He had up to date checks on file with authorities.

Paverneh Havanneh Reinheld H Greve

Health officer urges pass of back yard cleanliness law

In Atlanta the health officer Dr J. Kennedy declares back yards must be kept free of manure to prevent disease. The board of health delays a sanitation ordinance, proposing a tax or fines on owners of horses and cows to fund yard cleaning. Kennedy vows action after a forthcoming meeting with the city attorney to draft a strict law.

Allente Board of Health J. 2. Kennedy Kennedy Almatedean Samtery Department Azhewieh Atlanta Ciy

Central Presbyterian Chooses Knoxville Pastor Ogden

Rev Dunbar H Ogden, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Knoxville, Tenn, is chosen for the Centre Presbyterian Church of this city. He will likely accept, succeeding Rev Theron H Rice who left to join the Princeton Theological Seminary. Ogden, a New Orleans native in his thirties, studied at Southwestern University and previously led Columbia Miss. His tenure in Knoxville has drawn interest from major southern churches, including one in Charlotte, NC.

Dunbar H Ogden 1St Presbyterian Church Knnoxville Tenn Presbyterian Church Theron H Rice Theological Seminary of The Princeton University Qyden New Orleas Ia Southwestern University of

Fire Department Praise Letter From DeLeon at 456 Piedmont Ave

Mia DeLeon of 456 Piedmont Avenue wrote to the fire station expressing deep appreciation for the kindness shown during a February 2 fire at her home. She enclosed a $8 relief fund donation and lauded the department’s quick, efficient response and high character.

Ada M Deleon Piedmont Avenue Mia DeLeon

Offcer Coogler Doing Good Work Persists in Reform Efforts

Citizens applaud Probation Officer Coogler for reforming drunks while council debates abolishing the probationer for drunkards post. Alderman Roberto urges delay as supporters cite letters from wives praising his influence and urging continued enforcement of the program.

Sevka Aersea Roberto Coogler Atlanta Deer Googler

Robinson seeks new trial after bigamy conviction

Will Robinson's lawyers in Valdosta Georgia move for a new trial after a February sentencing of four years in the penitentiary Judge Mitchell will rule once the stenographer completes the transcript. If denied, the defense plans an appeal to the supreme court. Simms, Robinson's second wife, testifies she believes in his innocence and will stay loyal whether in prison or not.

Valdosta Will Robinson Mitchell Cent Supreme Court Robinson

Funeral services for Mrs C E B Phillips held in Macon

Mrs C E B Phillips of Macon Georgia died recently. The funeral was held this morning at the home on Second Avenue with Reverend Rey Beutel of the Second Baptist Church officiating. The rites were followed by burial in a local cemetery.

Macon EB Puilipa Second Rey W Beutel Second Baptist Ghureh Roag

Election hinges on two points in DeKalb county election case

Assistant City Attorney argues no right to file in county name. Case questions whether 1906 act applies to county site removal and if the February election is void or remedy exists. Hearing before Judge Bilis in DeKalb county records proceeds with counsel argues on validity of 1905 act and city ordinance.

Freeman Greater fAsiesta DeKalb County R J Freeman Bilis Wimbish, Watkins & Bilis Mayson Atlanta

Waynesboro Laughs At Stir Over Postmaster Appointment

In Waynesboro Georgia tension rises as Senate scrutiny of the Waynesboro postmaster appointment increases. Friends of both candidates flood senators with telegrams and letters while residents watch Washington with interest. The office pays seven hundred dollars annually.

Washington Waynesboro Senate Pisce Augusta

Southern Steel Reorganization Plan Approved in New Jersey

New York February 10 The reorganization plan of the Southern Steel Company is operative now with $2,000,000 paid. Prominent London and Paris bankers are said to back the move. The trustee will sell Birmingham Alabama properties in March and commence improvements. A new company will be formed under New Jersey law to hold all Southern Steel properties and affiliates including Georgia Steel Lacey Buck Iron Chattanooga Tron and Coal. New securities include 1 (bonds) 10 000 000 common stock and 7 000 000 preferred stock. The group owns vast ore lands coal mines and mining sites across multiple states with significant production capacity.

New York Southern Steel Company London Paris Birmingham Ala New Jersey Southernel Company Georgia Steel Company Lacey- Buck Iron Company Chattanoogs Tron and Coal Company Southern Steel Company Nd

FARM EXPERTS MEET IN GEORGIA MEETINGS

Statesboro hosts Farmers Cooperative Demonstrative Work subregions meeting led by JFP Campbell and Gentry from Washington DC. Experts, including Cubbedge Peach Smith and others, plan to travel to Atlanta Athens and other towns for upcoming sessions this week. In Macon, Roblay Smith, once held in asylum, returns there at his own request accompanied by Deputy Sheriff Harry Robert.

Statesboro Farmers’ ‘Cooperative Jfp Campbell Department of Mericulture Washington, DC and & Gentry Atlanta Athens F W Cubbedge Guyton OQ L Peach Ellaville H Smith Swainaipero L. Ly. Parker Daisy B Kennedy Collins C Sanford Waynesboro J A Warnock Summit G. Trapnell Metter Ben Mooney J Rushing Register Robley Smith Macon cHigoel Roblay Smith Mitle Ie Harry Robert Knoxville

Jones Heads Joint Committee in Macon Council

Macon Georgia February 10 Special report cites Mayor Miller addressing council after heavy rainfall caused damage overnight. A weather overseer notes significant rainfall, with words garbled but indicating widespread impact and property damage in the city.

Jones Macon Miller Mitchell

Georgia Marble at Nearly Cost Offered by Company President

Tate, Ga February 10 Special President Sam Tate of the Georgia Marble Company says he used every effort to persuade contractors to use Georgia marble in the Atlanta post office project. He notes the company offered marble, including that used in the Candler building, at practically cost but contractors would not adopt it.

Georgia Marble Company Georgia Marble Tate, Ga Sam Tate Georgia Marble Comper Georgia Atlanta Georets Candler

Young man shoots self in Waynesboro home

In Waynesboro Georgia on February 10 early morning Moses Green, Dr T Miller’s stepson, attempted suicide with a .44 caliber pistol, shooting himself in the head while in bed. He was found severely wounded and not expected to live. Earlier he had told friends of his intent to kill himself and, after joking about it, returned home, kissed his mother, and went to his room.

Waynesnoro Eling Bimeel

Savannah Man Dies Preparing for Europe Trip Health

Mark H. Schaul of Meinhard Schaul & Co died at daybreak in Savannah just hours after signing papers for an extended Europe trip seeking health. A longtime Savannah resident, he was a Mason and Knights of Pythias member, survived by his wife, three children, two brothers and three sisters. funeral to be held Friday.

Europe Savannah Wittin Mark H. S Ehaul Meinhard, Schaul & Co Mark Schaul New York Knights of Pythos H HS Schaul Ausapta I. J Sofiaul Auguste Hele Fri

Examiner Filed Report On Wilcox Telfair Timber Dispute

In Macon Georgia on February 10 special Imperial examiner JC Morcock released a long testimony report from the case Dcminges River Lumber Company versus BM Hayes and Reason Lott. The timber lands in Wilcox and Telfair counties are at issue and the complaint was before Judge Emory Speer several months ago.

Macon JC Morcock Dcminges River Lumber Company BM. Hayes Reason Lott Wilcox Telfair Emory Speer

Gowan's Pneumonia Preparation Advertised

An archaic medicine ad touts external, fast absorbing treatment for pneumonia croup colds coughs pains and congestion. Sold by arugglats at prices ranging from 600 dollars to 25 cents, claiming quick relief and sparing the user from famumation and soreness.

Gowan

Also Mentioned on This Page

American National Bank Alabama Broad Streets Wm. L. Peel Robt F. Maddox Jas. P. Windsor Ass’t Thos. J. Peepies Jas. F. Alexander Asa‘t Cashier J. H. Reichert ICOL J. H. Seals Central Presbyterian Dunbar H. Ogden Rountree Z. Turner Mgr Whitehall Se Third National Bank Atlanta, Ga U.S Frank Hawkins Jas. A. McCord Cc. Erwin R. Yers Officer Coogler Council C. B. Phillips Greater Atlanta Esquimo Scott Stee Scott & Bowne Pai Shige Southern Steel Georgie Steel Company Flrst Tate
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