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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1916
Page
9
The editorial urges Georgia to curb mob law through a reawakened public sentiment led by the pulpit and press. It cites Wesleyan Christian Advocate and the Columbia State, notes Georgia’s higher lynching tally than South Carolina, and calls for sustained action by church, media, and authorities to restore law and order.
The Tech School of Commerce advertising class, formed last fall under L. D. Hicks, has placed three men in advertising roles within a year. Its students have produced copy used in The Constitution and other papers, with firms paying space rates. Ads will be used by the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and Convention Bureau, and for campaigns beyond Georgia to attract attention to Atlanta.
A local benefit effort, begun by a prominent supporter, has drawn praise for volunteers who gave time and effort gratis. With its popularity already established, the project is expected to render a notable advantage to the city.
The Federal Reserve board suggests amending the law to allow broader national bank discretion in farm lending, arguing the existing Fed system can handle rural credits by creating departments within banks. It opposes new machinery like a dozen reserve banks and urges simplification to save cost and speed implementation.
The piece lampoons federal moves to try a Georgia citizen in another state, contrasts it with Georgia’s lynching history, recalls the Harry Thaw case, and notes political jests about the vice president and preparedness. It also mentions a Nebraska clash, a costly New York charity ball, and rumors of the Colonel heading to the West Indies.
A city pamphlet will outline city officials and how the government operates in the City Hall Directory. The street committee previews heavy paving plans for West Peachtree Forrest Hast Fair Watton Carnegie Ivy, with ten ward representation and a shared street fund. The ordinance committee met with no business, delaying adult probation measures as finance questions loom. Councilman Inman seeks inquiry into private detective fees used to target disorderly hotels. Evansville mayor notes Atlanta’s large municipal staff and calls for efficient, low-overhead city government.
Editor Constitution asks the value of the average industrious white farmer to his county. Estimates place white farmers at about $1,100 annual yield versus roughly $500 for black farmers. Georgia could absorb 100,000 more white farmers, adding over $116 million in new wealth yearly and boosting land values and regional commerce. Savannah letter by Frank Weldon, February 15, 1918.
A fragmented opinion piece urges Fulton County to pave four main roads Whitehall Peachtree Decatur and Marietta to unite the county with Atlanta as a central hub. It laments government help for city growth and highlights smoke abatement efforts led by women and Inspector Sage. The essay advocates cleaner streets, better sidewalks, and broader authority for city engineers amid debates on industrial expansion and public health.
The Christian Advocate deplores the rising lynching toll of 1915 with sixty nine cases, fifty nine of which victims were Black and fourteen white. It cites states most affected, urges a return to orderly law and court procedures to curb mob violence and preserve human life. Georgia is singled out for grave concern.
A humorous monologue contrasts a hopeful writer with editors who seek saleable work. The speaker argues editors reward talent only when it shines, noting editors’ pale judgments and the futility of junk writing unless it shows real spark.
A 19th century Atlanta opinion piece critiques charity habits focusing on home needs versus distant requests. It praises Georgia Day events at the Auditorium with the Girls High and Boys High and honors the Joseph Habersham Chapter for its 1400 birthday observance. The writer notes large charity sums and urges prudent giving.
Alfred W. McCann argues food minerals are essential to life and health. He warns that removing nutrients from foods disrupts blood quality and body balance, urging readers to learn the fixed laws governing nutrition and apply them to protect children and adults from disease.
Georgia Supreme Court cases including Kemp v Bona Allen Inc from Gwinnett with Judge Brand affirmed. Moore v Hendrix Hodges from Tattnall with Judge Sheppard reversed. Richter et al v Macon Gaz Co from Bibb with Judge Mathews dismissed.
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