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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1906
Page
7
The commission and engineers clash over sea level versus lock canal designs. Supporters favor a sea level route while others push for a lock canal, citing safety, cost, and wartime resilience. The document traces technical arguments, feasibility, and the presidential context shaping Congress.
Coen deflects questions about Mrs Jack Gardner of Bus Bourke Cochran insisting he cannot discuss the report and that details are unauthorized. The exchange centers on whether information about the Gardner matter will be released.
A historical advertisement claims heart weakness stems from nerves and muscles failing, causing palpitations and chest pain. It promotes Dr Miles Heart Cure as a remedy and includes testimonials from individuals like H. Sherman of Belding Michigan and an offer of money back if the first bottle fails. The ad notes availability through local druggists and the Niles Medical Co. based in Elkhart Indiana.
A reminiscence of rheumatism frustrated by lotions and liniments until the acid condition of the blood is addressed. Hood's Sarsaparilla claimed to have cured thousands by correcting the blood condition, offering a lasting remedy.
Montgomery February 19 papers of incorporation filed with the secretary of state by the Atlanta and St Andrews Hay Railway Company. The line aims to run from Opelika through Russell Barbour Henry and Houston counties in Alabama and Jackson and Washington counties in Florida to Panama City on St Andrews Bay. It lists Houston county as the incorporation base with Enterprise Lumber Company and officers including A J Steele G H Purvis and others. Capital stock is $1,000,000 with $200,000 paid in.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians will entertain guests Monday night at the assembly hall. John T. Connolly, longtime Atlanta resident, is seriously ill but showing improvement after paralysis. James Spear remains confined to his Capitol Square room, with concern for his health. The forecast predicts only slight weather changes, with yesterday resembling mid spring. Hugh McScott has joined John L. Tye’s law office after notable academic work. Secretary Phil Cook amended the Citizens Bank of Rome charter to raise capital from 35000 to 81000 dollars. Grady Hospital reports Malvie H. Cash, injured at Foundry Street crossing, may recover, lessening initial fears.
Two prominent Brazilian plantation owners, Signor Aureliano Botelho and Signor Antonio Pereira Yguacis, stay in Atlanta to study cotton seed oil machinery and refinery. They plan to visit Savannah and travel on from New York and Richmond, seeking to buy equipment and gauge US trade.
A large Piedmont gathering hosted by Atlanta Knights of Maccabees honored D P Markey supreme commander from Port Huron Michigan. About 200 covers were served as the event featured music by a motel orchestra and vocal selections while Gregson acted as master of ceremonies.
Officials report Congressmen Nicholas Longworth and his bride began their honeymoon in Alexandria on February 19. They traveled by train to Tampa and planned a private car voyage to Havana, autographing a young fan’s program, greeting staff, and departing without fanfare as they continued toward Greensboro, North Carolina for a brief station stop.
An advertisement extols Pyramid Pile Cure as a painless, private home treatment for piles. It offers a free trial package by mail from 17020 Pyramid Ave Mich, promising instant relief and a permanent cure with a full-sized box available from druggists for 50 cents. It warns against surgeon operations and urges written requests for a free trial.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as the easy to take oil offering relief from griping and nausea, claiming it avoids the unpleasant stomach effects of raw cod liver oil. It condemns cheap emulsions and alcohol substitutes, asserting Scott's fulfills all cod liver oil benefits and more.
Scott and Bowne of Pearl Street New York run a public dog care notice featuring Pearl Street listings. The ad highlights services offered and location in Manhattan.
McDonough Ga February 19 Hon C T Zachry a Henry county statesman died suddenly at his home at 7 ofclack while at breakfast. He was 78. He served in the Civil War as captain then brigade general designate. He held seats in the lower house 1868 and 1882 and later served as senator and county judge. Survived by wife and four daughters and one son J G Zachry of New York. Funeral Wednesday at 11 40 with Camp Zachry Confederate Veterans as honorary escort.
Mrs. Mary Medlin of Smyrna died of blood poisoning at 3 a.m. She leaves husband Edward and three children. The funeral is at 1 p.m. at the Smyrna residence. A. C. Spence, 20, died at a private sanitarium and will be buried in Temple, Ga., after a 4:15 a.m. departure. John Nicholson, president of Athera bank, died at a private sanitarium in Atlanta aged unknown. body sent to Cus, Ga. for funeral. Mrs. Susan B. Sparks, 67, died at home on East Hunter Street. funeral at Woodward Avenue Baptist Church at 3 p.m. Interment at Oakland. Miss Mary Engesser, 22, died of tuberculosis at 44 Martin Street. survived by mother Sally Engesser, four sisters, three brothers, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements to be announced. Mrs. J. A. Wann’s funeral service was held yesterday at 10 a.m. on Campbellton road.
The column lists interments and funeral services for several citizens. Emmett Parrott died at Grady hospital and will be buried in Carrs Station Georgia. Mrs Elizabeth Conner died at her daughter’s home and was intered at Westview. Thomas A Crusselle’s funeral was at 2 PM at his Pickett Cameron streets residence with Masonic rites at Oakland. James H Ferguson died at his mother’s home Whitehall street aged 34. J S Schikan died at 116 Oglethorpe street. funeral arrangements later. Mrs W J Florence of New York died at 89. Judge W F Johnston of Anniston died at home. Mrs F H Wilson of Commerce died, services held. Mrs Craig of Bushville Banks county died, interment at New Salem church. Dr J C Riley of Hamilton died in Phoenix. C A Andrews aged 23 died in East Macon pneumonia. A F Grant died in Macon. Fred Land funeral to be held in Morristown. John C Nicholson of Americus died. Mrs J J Little of Port Smith Ark died. remains to Griffin for interment. Dr G K Harrington of Jackson died. G M Car iH death noted. Primary election set for April 3 in Griffin area.
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