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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1909
Page
9
A fragmented notice page discusses postage rates for United States and Mexico, subscriber terms, and distribution details for The Constitution. It includes names of staff in Atlanta and New York, distribution addresses, and commentary on political topics of the era such as Taft and suffragettes, with scattered editorial lines.
The editorial urges Atlanta's city council to back Alderman Hancock's plan for a reduced, businesslike municipal body. Proposes trimming council to ten members from eight wards and boards to five, with broader reform across departments. Calls for united action to curb expansion and address administrative issues.
Atlanta is set to host the first major southern automobile show, backed by top manufacturers and business leaders. Tonight executives, dealers, and Chamber of Commerce directors will meet to outline plans for a transportation exposition that aims to elevate Atlanta as the southern distributing capital. The Constitution features the development and notes telegrams from manufacturers praising the event despite production commitments.
Obituary tribute to Arvidle G. Cox known as Gus Cox, praised for a rare blend of modesty and ability. Described as shy yet deeply gifted in poetry and prose, with a singing voice and a gentle, unassuming nature. He lived simply and earned a peaceful rest.
Dispatches from Washington say Taft will reaffirm in his inaugural a policy of appointing to federal offices only people acceptable to those they serve. The South seeks merit and acceptability in posts like postmasterships and customs collectorships, while some room may be found for limited representation of the negro population in nonpublic-facing roles.
The state faces a reputational risk if Isaac Stephenson is re elected to the U S Senate. Delegates balk at a caucus nominee tied to a history of spending and perceived corruption. Wisconsin’s public trust hinges on integrity, not prices paid for political advancement.
A rural Georgia dialect collage notes weather favor, wit and wisdom, and homely humor. It weaves sketches from local life including weather wishes, a doxology joke, a blunt realist, and country reflections on politics and springtime Georgia. The piece highlights humorous voices and everyday scenes with vivid regional color.
Mrs Martin of 47 Tomlin Street reports a postal card from her seven year old daughter Sarah Alice Martin. Card dated Atlanta February 18 says the child is well and doing nicely. The husband, she alleges, sent the note and promised further messages every few days. She hopes the child is in the city and will be returned soon.
Arthur Freeman of Waynesville, 23, attempted suicide in Brunswick on February 18 by taking strychnine. He was found in distress but recovered. Freeman had served in the Philippines.
From The Butta County Progress Joe Brown has the chance to become one of Georgia's greatest governors by focusing on roads enterprise development and coastal fisheries. He pledges fair treatment of corporations and individuals, emphasizes using natural resources and waterways for future wealth, and promises strong agriculture timber and salt industries to drive growth.
A 20000 bond, the highest in the local police court, was posted yesterday for William Jones accused of blowing seven safes. Kim Burke LeRoy Crossat and Will Knight, who confessed and implicated Jones, were bound over on 5000 bonds. The defendants were sent to the Tower and the general crime details were not discussed as preliminary trials were waived.
Funds raised to support the DeBray children in Wert Bad near two weeks of effort reached 11.60 plus 57 cash already received, with labor and materials offered. Logan, custodian via Associated Charities, will use the money to repair the home and ensure rent income covers the two oldest children’s needs including schooling and private foster placement. Donations came from Norma Ga Sl, Mr and Mrs Lowe, R J Stewart Jr, Bourhwell, West nd, D Flomtnss and others totaling around 160 dollars in cash and goods.
Inclement weather at Fort McPherson cancels the regular band concert and press parade. Sunday afternoon a baseball game is set between the third battalion team and the first and second battalions. Doran and Adama to bat for the first battalion. Johns and Slater for the first and second battalions. The first battalion previously won two of three games as catcher shortages hampered others. Johns is noted for speed and the post expects fans to attend.
The water board met to discuss coal quality from Bowling Green mine samples. Mayor Maddox shared his mine experience noting vein variation and times when coal was scarce. A. H. Bowling defended the company saying only run-of-mine coal was supplied and Atlanta-selected coal would follow. The board then let the contract continue and authorized payment of $2,000 held in escrow pending review.
Will F Nelson, Constitution's staff photographer, buys two smoke containers to control smoke from flash powder. He tests the bags and calls them a success, allowing many flash photographs in a room without the usual smoke effects. The invention excites him as a tool to capture more images in the city.
The question of stop over privileges for Atlanta via the roading through the Gete City has been referred by the Southeastern Passenger Association to the executive heads of each road for action. The Crescent road has granted the privilege to Chettancora while no decision date is known. The Merchants and Manufacturers' Association of Atlanta filed the petition weeks ago and the matter was discussed at the Tampa association meeting.
The Georgia Supreme Court held that Cordele may collect charges for turning on and off water service even if the customer is late with rent payments and has not been shut off yet. Royal paid late but offered the due amount. city demanded a turn on fee. The lower court denied relief, but the high court reversed, granting the injunction sought.
Columbia February 19 The senate killed the railroad rate bill calling for a 2 cent rate on all roads. An amendment to strike the car mileage provision remains under debate as lawmakers expect adjournment next week. The body plans to reconvene after a recess tomorrow.
Bremen Ga February 9 Special A suit has been started against Postmaster Trimble on charges of incompetence by a dissatisfied clerk. The case names Trimble and cites alleged failures in duties. The article notes February dates and mentions disputed bylines and scattered names.
The case centers on whisky seized by police in a blind tiger prosecution. J W Kelly & Co claim the liquor remains their property after officers obtained it from the Southern Express Company. Captain Jett oversees the matter at the clerk of the superior court and a May trial date. The whisky includes Deep Spring pints sent to multiple parties and is alleged to be under Kelly's ownership.
Atkinson and P. Arkwright, receivers for the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic railroad, travel to New York and Boston to meet Old Colony Trust Company officers. They aim to settle policy for the road and may issue receivers certificates to creditors. Officials report increasing traffic and expect recovery and discharge from court.
London February 19 reports re circulation that Austria Hungary sent an ultimatum to join mobilization of her forces are discredited here.
Reported improvement in City Attorney WT Hil after a bout with pneumonia. Temperature lower, though weak, doctors hopeful he will be out of danger soon. Fellow attorney Edgar Latham recovering well after appendicitis surgery with steady progress noted at St Joseph's infirmary.
The Giorgis State Oculists Association executive committee will meet at the chamber of commerce on Monday to review the Auditorium Armory nearing completion and plan hosting the national convention of guests in June. Atlanta oculists will form the Atlanta Oculinin Association to arrange entertainment for delegates and to organize activities for the June gathering.
Brunswick Ga February 19 Special dim Olsen a Swede resident for ten or fifteen years stands charged with murder. The alleged crime is tied to February 1 and the victim’s body was found on Cumberland Island near Mr Carnegie’s home. Unclear where the homicide occurred. the body’s Camden County finding suggests a likely Glynn or Camden county trial.
A heavy wind storm swept over Hatonton and Putnam destroying several structures. The church at the Middle Georgia Cotton Mills was leveled and destroyed. A Hatonton house was lifted from its pilings and torn up. several residents suffered property damage. Local officials reported damage to multiple nearby properties.
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