Atlanta Bond Issue Promotes Civic Progress
The piece argues for approving an $8.86 million municipal bond for permanent public improvements in Atlanta. It asserts past bond issues funded waterworks, sewerage, and other facilities without graft, and cites superintendent W R E Yikes and a broad business community backing the plan under bond commission oversight to ensure prudent use of funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Ravish
W. RE Yikes
General Express
Alon
Cheap labor and moral conflict in the labor debate
The text critiques Vice President Coolidge on his use of the phrase cheap labor from Europe and the idea of workers living on the edge of existence. It argues the rhetoric misrepresents human dignity and threatens domestic labor and American prosperity, urging careful language and consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Coolidge
Europe
Georgia Day Observed To Honor State History
Georgia Day, though fixed on February 12 by law, is observed today to promote public participation in patriotic exercises. The observance aims to educate schoolchildren about Georgia's political, social, and economic evolution and to foster state pride and American patriotism among the rising generation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
White House Pie Reflects Home Style in Harding Era
A fragment discusses the Harding administration's rumored breakfast menu including chicken pie and waffles prepared by a seasoned local cook. It contrasts plain home cooking with state banquets, noting the lingering influence of “home-raising” dishes on guests and the nostalgic appeal of old-time meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Harding
Remus
Buch
Georgia Home and distant love in homeland verse
A collage of verses and quips from newspapers and readers. Lines praise home Georgia, lampoon parking rules, joke about overweight flyers, and note humorous rural characters and poems. The piece blends song, satire, and light prose from small town papers with mentions of authors and local observations.
Printers Plan Action Over Forty Four Hour Week
About sixty to seventy five printers from Atlanta and nearby towns meet at the Peacok cafe at 6 30 pm to organize opposition to a proposed forty four hour work week set for May 1st The printers group represents roughly 90 percent of area printers and argues that shorter hours would raise production costs and reduce output while noting postwar declines in efficiency and business volume.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Marietta
Lithonis
Dalton
Peacock Cafe
Arrest Report on Suspected Alcohol and Weed Sale
An unnamed Black individual was arrested on alleged sale of alcohol and marijuana Saturday night. The person, linked to Armstrong and Austin, was found unconscious. taken to Grady hospital where doctors reportedly saved his life. Charges reportedly filed, pending further probe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armstrong
Austin
New York City gossip on theaters and Bohemian life
A流sized, period voice surveys New York theater growth, fashion, and nightlife. It notes old venues expanding, wealthy patrons, and a rise in opulence, with mentions of D Annunzio, the Sixty Club, gossip at matinees, and industry publicity antics. Strong entities include New York, D Annunzio, Billie Burke, Dorothy Gish, Constance Talmadge, Sixty Club, and Palm Beach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sixty
Flo
Constance Talmadge
Health Talks Chronic Nephritis in Children
Discussion of nephritis in children explains that albumin in urine alone does not confirm kidney disease. Orthostatic albuminuria can mimic nephritis and disappear with rest. Emphasizes avoiding infections, proper dental care, careful evaluation of symptoms, and cautious nutrition for prognosis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kas
O. O
Bright
Young Christian Workers to Meet Friday Night at Wesley Memorial
More than 6,000 young Atlantans and suburbs will attend a joint mass meeting of the Atlanta Christian Endeavor Union the Atlanta Baptist Young People's Union and the Atlanta Epworth League at Wesley Memorial Church tonight at eight. Dr M Ashby Jones and Dr R Kirkpatrick will address the gathering along with other speakers in what organizers call a major religious affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlante
Atlanta Christian ‘Endeavor Union
Atlanta Baptist
Young People’s, Union
Atlanta Epworth League
O'Cloake
Wesley Memorial Church
Ashby Jones
R. Kirkpatrick
West End
Georgia State League Christian Endeavor Union
Shannon Talks Endowment For Education In Southern Conference
In Piedmont hotel Thursday morning laymen committees of the North Georgia conference discussed an endowment plan aiming to raise 33,000,000 for education. Local figures including M Pound and Stizman spoke as organizers outlined the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gabmae
To -Raine
Piedmont
Normal College
Normal College, Presided: the Thirt Stricts: of the ‘Conference: : the ‘Speale
New Express Company Plans Direct Stock Sale
Southeastern Express company announces a plan to sell one million dollars in stock directly to business people and investors in the South, with headquarters in Atlanta. President John B. Hockaday says all proceeds will fund equipment and working capital, avoiding broker commissions as subscriptions open in mid February.
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Southeastern Express Company
John B. Hockaday
Atlanta
Southern Railway ‘System
Mobile and Ohio Railroad
South
Inore
Southeastern Mixpress Company
Hockaday
Southeastern
Southern Railway
Southern
R. B. Peeram
Southern Railway System
Miss McEachern Slightly Hurt After Auto Crash
Miss Jannie McEachern of Houston street was slightly injured Thursday afternoon at the corner of Nelson and Mangum streets when struck by an automobile driven by Robert Magnegro. She was taken home for treatment. doctors report no bones broken and her condition not serious. Officers W. F. Anderson and Zon W. Evans filed a reckless driving docket against Magnegro. witness said she stepped from a streetcar and tried to cross the street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jannie McHachern
Houston Street
Nelson
Mangum
Robert Magnegro
W. F. Anderson
Zon W. Evans
L E Collier Dies After Fall From Hay Wagon
L E Collier, 51, of Decatur, died Thursday night at Grady Hospital from injuries after being thrown from a hay wagon when a frightened horse dashed down the road. He sustained a fractured skull February 3. Survived by his wife and eight children. The body was taken to the chapel of Harry G Poole.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. E. Colter
Decatur
Hast Lake
Grady
Ozpital
Aline
Elizabeth
Lucile Collier
BL K
Biennial meet opens Thursday with business and care
The brief item notes the biennial meet opening on Thursday focusing on business matters and related concerns. The readable text shows a pared down agenda with emphasis on routine business and associated topics.
Edgewood Club Jowns Proponents of Bonds Edgewood
Edgewood Progression club members endorsed an 8 850 000 bond issue for municipal improvements. Rev John W Ham and W B Hairston led a 100 citizen meeting in support. A committee will press for street repairs at Arizona and DeKalb avenues to aid local children. Dr Ham opposed Sunday moving pictures arguing against Sabbath erosion.
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Edgewood Progression Club
Atlanta
John W., Ham
Baptist
Ecight
Hairston
Arizona
DeKalb Avenues
Arizona Avenues
Ham
Hem
Georgia
Bond Indorsed by Antituberculosis League in Atlanta
The Atlanta Anti-Tuberculosis Association at its fifteenth annual meeting endorsed an $8,850,600 municipal bond issue for Atlanta to fund city improvements including public schools and water facilities. Hugh M Willett was re-elected president. officers, committees, and a detailed financial report were presented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Anti-Tuberculosis Association
Hugh M. “Willet
Fas
Edison Hall
Pei
Ny Financial
Association
Burge
Parsons
Willett
Endall Welsigar
Juian
V., Boehmand
Walter. c. Hil
Henry W. Davis
A. Magill
Beaumont Davizon
J. 4. Robinson
Negro Race Committee
C. C. “Avental
Atlanta
Kounell
Boy Dies In Sing Sing Electric Chair Despite Mother's Pleas
Ossining N Y February 10 The 20 year old Walker known as The Kid faced execution in the Sing Sing death house after pleading from his distraught mother who had traveled to argue against his death sentence. He smoked a cigar as the two shocks ended his life, speaking softly to his mother before the final moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ossining
Walker
Samuel
Woldigk
Walter
Biya
Ie Tadlans
Pesble
Ateea
Aaron Tiale and Fraternity Sake Update
Aaron Tiale of the fraternity with reveals a social effort amid campus activity. The note mentions ongoing events and concerns within Greek life and student engagement.
Atlanta Women to Carry Bond Message in Campaign
In Atlanta a women’s division meeting outlined bond campaign aims. Mrs. Lumpkin and Mrs. Stevens led, with Frank Inman detailing purpose. Mayor Ogtad discussed bond coordination with city officials. The message urges women to register and vote, emphasizing school improvements funded by bonds and the need for a two thirds vote.
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Isma Dooly
Bova
Atlanta
Bureau of the Woman's Division
Bureau
Samuel Lumpkin
Womerda
Woman's Bureau
T. T. Stevens
Jasue
Yoling Wa
Hearing on Express Rate 1 Concluded in Georgia
After cross examination of express company witnesses the hearing on American Railway Express Company for a 1312 per cent increase in intrastate Georgia rates before Interstate Commerce Commission Special Examiner H C Keene ended at 1 p m in the federal building. Witnesses testified revenue loss from intrastate traffic would total about 237 822 33 even if rate increase granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ckose
Express Company
Express
Labor Board
Chicago
American Railway Express Company
Georgia
H.C. Keene
Interstate Commerce Commission
J. K. Hines
Georgia Railroad Commission
Inerdaia
Hines
Federal Railroad
Isbor Board
Robert £. Alston
Atlanta
J. H. Mavers
New York
Grand Jury
Federal Building
H.C. Tubb
General Auditor
Railroad Commission
George Lee
Tubby
Tubbs
State Welfare Board Hopes to Raise 7000 for Maintenance
At a meeting in the chairman C B Howard's office the State Welfare Board decided to raise seven thousand dollars by public subscription to fund the department until the next summer legislative session. Subscriptions between fifty and six hundred dollars were promised from multiple cities including Macon Atlanta Savannah Cuthbert and Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Howard
Zo Tmrany
Howard
Macon
Atlanta
Savannah
Cuthbert
Athens
B. .Howard
Jane Judge
Annetta McDonald
Harrison
Andrew J. Cobb
State Board of Public Es
Plans for Ad Session at Luncheon in Atlanta June Convention
Progress in arranging the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World convention to be held in Atlanta June 12 to 18 was announced at a noon luncheon. Headquarters will be the Auditorium with meetings at Boys High School Atlanta theater and Wesley Memorial church. Plans include publicity schemes to attract delegates from Europe and Cuba. A street parade and posters were suggested to advertise the convention’s purpose. There is an effort to dispel the belief that the city in June is uncomfortably hot.
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Associated | Advertising Clubs
Boys’ High
Atlanta
Wesley. Memorial. Church
WOM
Europe
Cuba
Bitton
Fort
Jane
Advertising Plan To Counteract Outflow From Atlanta Merchants
The Atlanta Merchants and Manufacturers association, at its annual dinner at the Ansley hotel, advocates an Atlanta advertising campaign to combat St. Louis and Baltimore efforts that draw business away. EB Falvey urged immediate action, citing 8400 Atlanta buyers and cross-state losses, and a committee will study campaign value and action steps. The meeting also approved timing with the upcoming March automobile show and elected a new board of directors.
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Atlanta Merchants’ and Manufacturers’ Association
Ansley Hotel
St. Louis
Baltimore
Atlanta
EB. Palvey
George W. Fora
Tennessee
Alabama
Lousiana
Georgia
Hera
Falvey
John Lottridge
Atlanta Automobile Dealers’ Association
Veiled Prophets Plan B16 Joint Session in Atlanta
Arkrat and Nocam Grottoes plan a joint ceremonial session in Atlanta late March for the Veiled Prophets of the Mystic Realm. Macon’s Nocam Grotto will bring 100 candidates and a large ladies’ delegation. Knoxville Montgomery New Orleans Pensacola Wilmington and ton Rogue grottos invited.
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Arkrat
Nocam Grottoes
Atlanta
South
J. BR
Sandifer
R. Phillips
Mr. Barnes
C. HE. Bruner
Revels
No' Cam Grotto
Macon
Piedmont
Ararat
Grotto
W. BR. McDuffie
Monarch
Gua Jobneon
W. S.hichardson
R. N. Pickett, Jr
H. R. Romans
Monarch McDuffle
Knoxville
Montgomery
New Orleans
Pensacola
Wilmington
Ton Rogue
Monarch McDuffie
Highwayman Shot While Attempting Hold Up
D Preston barber of 339 W ley street reported a highwayman tried to hold him up on Wey street between Flatahols avenue and Weatherby street at 8 30 pm Thursday. The attacker, about six feet tall, leaped from bushes with a pistol ordered surrender. Preston struck him, grabbed his weapon and fired twice wounding the assailant who crawled away then fled on foot. The incident was described as a sensational encounter with the would be robber.
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Pari Roiv
D. Preston
Barber
W. Ley
Olston
Wriey Street
Flatehogls Avenue
Weath
Arby Street
Aix
Steen
Preston
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D'Annunzio
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Joe McAuliffe
Klaw
Palm Beach
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Baling
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Shannon
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NEW Express Company
M’eachern
L. E. Collier
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Edgewood
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Aaron Tiale
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State Welfare Board
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