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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1909

Page

20

Walthour to race Collins again at St Nicholas Velodrome

Elmer Collins will face Major Walthour again at the St Nicholas Velodrome on Tuesday night after the last meeting. The two are reputed to be the fastest riders behind the motor today and impressed a large crowd Friday. They are expected to race multiple heats and perhaps venture into longer formats with top riders from around the country present in Atlanta.

Elmer Collina Walthours St Nicholad Eddia Root Jet Collins Walthour Videra Atlanta Gussia Lawson Charles Turvilte Enery Indo Atlanta Almoat Ttlanta

Sally League Moguls Form New South Atlantic Circuit

In the new South Atlantic circuit eight clubs name managers for the upcoming season. Managers listed include Macon Billy Smith Savannah Mullanes Barbeton Ka Ashentback Jacksonville Kelly Augusta Grim and Eagle Augusta Strouthers and others as the league charts a pennant pursuit with varied lineups and dates.

Uke Little Duay Simusta Lou Catto Charleatun George Markley Wileen Matthews Cahattanooga Inhenita Dobberiumbia Arthur Graasile Tolumbus Jim Fox Sacksony D J Mullaney Macon Jack Lawlor Savinean Bobbie Qihes Hyeone Billy Smith Kavannah Mullanes barbeton—Ka Ashentback Jacksonville Kelly West Columbia Grim and Eagle Augusta Aveusta Strouthers Roth Charlemton Gene Deedat Feter Tiebald Scolumbia Billyr Barre Rob Wallace Exter Shasow Savannah Wilsin Matthews Col Ransick Perry Live Colambie Artur Grenville Bob Pemler Latham Fleming Beusse Charleston Wilson Matthews Jacksonile —Muanay Macon—Ferry Lipe Auguetn Ranajck Dexter Bavanizb Sterford Columbia Pansk Jacksonse Dullacay Sayapnah Morrta Auguala Dexter Busch Colurmbia-Clark Macon-Malarkeyan Surdoch Charleston—Maanes Pennant Macan

Schedule Committee Convenes In Mobile

Schedule talks begin in Mobile as leaders discuss a new timetable and changes. President William Kavanaugh travels toward Mobile and suggests multiple revisions may be needed before any schedule can be accepted by leagues. Local officials expect possible reinstatement issues and a forthcoming public apology related to a prior misconduct claim.

Houthern Mobile William Kavanaugh Tiewsh Diane Ioth League Teaders Phe Arkaneas Juirst Harmon Elsay Me Bay Ur Hevanaugh Stockdale Memphis Oitiuls

German Cafe unveils new dining rooms with German style

Souvenirs pleased patrons as the German Cafe offered teppy ana mox delight yesterday. The dining rooms were crowded throughout the day, with Worms orchestra entertaining guests in morning and evening. Furniture showcased latest style, and table ware and cutlery were harmonious. Large and giant banquets graced each table. The cafe hosted private parties in a genuine old German setting, a cheerful retreat for social gatherings especially theater patrons. ladies received small bouquets and pocket hooks while men found luck places.

Worms Orchestra Privat Partes

Wedding Takes Place in the County Jail

Annie Grover Turner a seven year old girl wed William Gibson in the county jail yesterday afternoon Justice of the Peace performed the ceremony Gwen Gibson had been arrested days earlier on a warrant from the girl's mother after the marriage ceremony Gibson was released and he and his bride left the jail together

Annie Grover Turner Esterday Will Gibson Justice of the Peace Gwen Gibson Gibson Iis

Vote Sold in Council Case Bribe Allegations Rise

In Pittsburg on February 20 a jury acquitted Captain John F Kiel of bribery tied to city depositories while noting bribery allegations against Klein. The convicted man was freed on $20,000 bail and faces later trial on conspiracy and bribery charges. An earlier witness testified about bribe amounts and councilmen’s involvement.

Pittsburg Cihe Ptiver John F Kiem Kiem Elem Jane Ernest Frey Adoldier Fiat Tmn Thein

Cadets of Marist College hold quarterly drill night

The Cadets of Marist College planned a quarterly drill at Gate Cry Guana Armory 88 Houston Street with the battalion presenting two companies and executing tactical evolutions before Fort McPhérgnan judges. Leaders and staff were mentioned amid illness and family news as the event drew near.

Marist College Corps Gate Cry Guana Houston Street Batistion Cadete Comm Fort McPhérgnan Averel Nobles Wugene Schmidtenoumandant Cadetn’ Industriasly Occastol

Four Thousand Boys Run In City Marathon Race

In Pittsburg on February 20, four thousand boys under sixteen competed in a modified marathon. John T. Silvester won in one hour one second, with William Mears and J C Rooney close behind. Many runners wore street clothes and improvised footwear, as crowds caused streetcar disruption and police struggled to manage a false start.

Pitsburg Ian Milles John T. Silvester William Mears J C Rooney Lene Onder Willie

Preacher Refereed Basketball Game Sparks Controversy

In Reidsburg Wisconsin February 20 the Rev A E Fraserick a former Madison resident and Wisconsin graduate refereed a gym contest between Madison and Reidsburg Militia units. The church board at Ironton Wisconsin threatened action over the officiating but Frederick offered to referee another game if given a chance noting his past Madison National Guard ties. He defended refereeing and quipped about antiquated friends. Also reported Commodore Tower announced a $2600 yacht cup by Richard Croker for Brooklyn Yacht Club members in a later inner.

Reidsburg Wis Rey A E Fraserick Madison University of Wisconsin Reedsburg Militar Methodist Ironton Wisconsin Onsyiny Frederick Croker New York Brooklyn Yacht Club Fpaights Richard Croker Shepe Over W. Cape May Beck

Peace to Be Made With Insurgents Fight Over House Rules

Washington reports indicate a rules committee olive branch to insurgents. A proposed substitute would allow eight insurgents to seek recognition on the House floor without speaker pre-approval, potentially expanding committee access and altering current calendar rules. Conservatives warn such changes could worsen conditions and hinder bill consideration.

Washington House Renta Itta Howe Townsend Michigan Yeater Vermont Scott Campbell Anthony Kansas Parsons New York MecLaughlu Jend Ohie Gardner Massachusetts Committee of Rules

Three Cent Fare Fight in Cleveland Court Case

The Central Trust Company of New York holding Cleveland street railway bonds sues Municipal Traction and Cleveland Railway to halt the three cent fare and seek receivership. The case, filed in the United States circuit court of appeals, arises from aims to operate the system at a loss and to prevent the fare scheme as part of the city railways.

Originnall Way Tom L Jelneen Cleveland United States Circuit Court of Appeals Tmius Mir Johnson Central Trust Company of New York Cleveland Street Pailway Bonds Municipal Traction Company Cleveland Railway Company of Cleveland Railwey

James and Hamrick Sold by Mobile in Baseball Moves

Mobile Alabama reports the sale of Richard James a second baseman from last year to Elmira W and W 8. Hamrick a catcher crafted by Movie to Columbus Georgia. E McIver, a member of last year team, has been offered to Meridian to manage that club in the Cotton States League.

Mobile Ala Moblle Richard James Elmira Hamrick Columbus Ga E . Mc Iver Meridian

Central Property Sale At Bargain Price Near City Hall

An earnest, persuasive pitch touts central real estate near the city hall and courthouse offered at 600 per front foot or 82,500 total with 10,000 cash and the balance over ten years at six percent. The seller claims major firms surround the plot and insists the deal is a lifetime chance to get rich.

College Park Nice Woodson ST Grant Park Grant Georgian Siege Hemphill Herve & Nice Silver Lake Nancy Creek Peachtree Union City Aisa Joan Lsten Cty Central

Town Factory Site Bargain At $100 Per Foot

In town railroad frontage property 50 by 200 feet priced at 10 500 dollars. Owner needs cash and calls this the biggest bargain in this class of property. Cheaper than any in the area. act quickly to secure the deal.

Carnegie Way Property Pitch Near Forsyth Street

An advertised prospect touts a 50 by 100 foot lot on Carnegie Way near Forsyth Street, promising a sale at 250 per front foot with an expected 500 per front foot return within two years, urging immediate action. The offer claims a quick doubling of investment and a limited number of properties at low prices.

Carnegie Way

Peachtree Store Auctions 25-Foot Lot Near Baker Street

A Peachtree store advertises one remaining 25-foot lot near Baker Street for 7350 dollars. The note predicts property values rising to 500 dollars per front foot soon and frames the offer as high-class, affordable, and on reasonable terms.

Baker Street

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