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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1915
Page
2
Washington February 16 Special reports indicate Dr Herbert M Little of Philadelphia may be named to succeed William H Moyer as warden. Congressman William Schley Howard declined to confirm the appointment, keeping the nomination undecided.
Tang o roots out the core of the corn without swelling or soreness and claims to end suffering with a single touch. Warns against caustic remedies and gouging with blades, promising pink healthy skin and a money back guarantee if it fails to root out the corn. Made and guaranteed by Jacobs' Pharmacy in Atlanta, priced 25 cents at all druggists.
The United States penitentiary at Atlanta neither confirmed Mr. Little’s appointment nor denied it but expects it to occur. Congressman Howard leads a push to replace Warden Moyer, who says he has served 24 years and has not received official removal notice, awaiting word from Washington.
London reports the Daily Chronicle correspondent with the Russian army near Czernowitz in Bukowica describes brutal fighting as German and Austrian forces strike from three directions. Sereth crossings, snowbound plateau defenses, and heavy casualties mark the battle with thousands fleeing toward the frontier before being halted by Austrian lines.
Dublin Georgia February 16 special report says W F Tharpe of Orlando was killed by accidental gun discharge from Joe Davis while hunting on Dayland. Tharpe and Davis, prominent farmers, were in a noon hunt when Davis dropped his gun striking the ground. The slug struck Tharpe's side and killed him instantly. Tharpe leaves a wife.
Berlin reports two Sofia aristocrats killed and ten injured when a bomb exploded at a masked ball attended by Bulgaria’s elite. Victims named include the son of a former war minister and a daughter of the present war minister.
Congressional action on the ship purchase bill intensifies as House forces seek to cut off debate and push a vote on the measure. The plan includes Weeks naval provisions and a rider tying ships two years after the European war to navy control for commercial use. Senate inquiries into alleged improper influences proceed, with names such as Bernard N. Baker and Sigmund Aubert summoned.
Many trainloads of cotton moved through Butte during the past week bound for Russia. The cotton is loaded at Seattle onto steamers for Vladivostoch and will be rail transferred to Petrograd to be woven into army uniforms.
February 16 Wheeling West Virginia United States Marshal Edward Smith announced Theodore Roosevelt would appear before a congressional subcommittee investigating federal Judge Alston G Dayton. Witnesses testified Dayton claimed Roosevelt wanted no outside influence in his appointment. The case revolves around alleged coercion, a flashlight photo, and a long-running land dispute in Monongalia and Preston counties.
Chicago February 16 The marriage of actor Guy Bates Post and Jane Peyton Post was annulled. Evidence showed Mrs Post was divorced October 23 1967 from A C Gordon Wold whom she wed May 31 1908. She testified she believed the decree dated August 8 1907. She married Post August 21 1907.
Washington reports friction between Carranza officials and diplomats in Mexico City with newspapers urging diplomats to move to Vera Cruz or leave. Secretary Bryan said diplomatic talks may stay with Carranza or his subordinates if needed. US attaches in Mexico City may depart if others leave. Carranza forces evacuated Guadalajara without a fight as Villa moved toward the Pacific. Carranza welcomed Duval Wast as a new presidential representative.
Public health advisory urges reducing rich foods to protect kidneys. It promotes Jad Salts as a grape acid and lithia treatment to flush kidneys, ease bladder issues, and improve morning urination. Consumers are advised to dissolve four ounces in water daily for a few days.
An expelled Mexican minister, removed from Mexico City by General Carrante, was transferred from the United States battleship Delaware to the steamer Maria Christina outside Havana harbor. He then departed for Havana. The new German minister to Mexico, who recently arrived from Germany, was also aboard the steamer bound for Washington after a brief stay in Mexico City.
Boston February 16 arrest followed discovery of a large shortage in the New England Discount company accounts. Treasurer Charles E. Walker faces larceny charges over a sum reported to be 36000, while receivers say a deficit of 200006 remains evident in the books.
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