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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1915
Page
17
An expert article by Charles B. Platt argues Europe’s war creates a vast textile opportunity for the southern states. It warns of global shortages and urges ready mills, organized selling forces, and a unified effort to export cotton fabrics worldwide, transforming wealth if properly prepared.
Georgia Court of Appeals rules bloodhounds lack competency as witnesses unless shown to possess acute scent discrimination and proven training in tracking humans. The ruling challenges modern criminology claims about the dogs detective abilities and criticizes overreliance on hound tracking.
The article examines bloodhounds as feared yet fallible, noting their tendency to misidentify when trails are cold and their unexpected use across races. It cites authentic tales of fugitive slaves using bloodhounds against sheriffs, and argues gradual evidence undermines the legendary, fearsome image.
A controversial piece cites Eugene Brieux to challenge white Southerners on the Decatur and Peters street Negroes. It argues for focusing aid on local Black communities in Atlanta, criticizing taxpayer burdens from crime and disease while urging funds for domestic missions and civil improvement.
Safety campaign by the Chamber of Commerce Public Safety committee and a women’s group seeks to reduce child deaths and injuries from vehicles. Plans include signs near schools and a “safety first” day in schools with lessons on crossing streets and cautious behavior.
The article stresses sidewalk safety and vehicular respect, noting gains from eastern city schools, especially Brooklyn and New York. It calls for parent and teacher cooperation, urging a morning warning and consistent guidance to reduce infant deaths and accidents and instill lifelong safety habits.
The New Haven directors pledge a return to railroading and unloading non core properties. The Massachusetts public service commission proposes legislation to validate stock issued by the New Haven, while railroads nationwide embrace transport focus over high finance, restoring public confidence and mutual trust between railroads and people.
The Indianapolis News notes publishers shift away from sex saturated problem novels to old fashioned romance with wholesome love stories and thrills. It predicts romance will share the field with factual narratives on world events including Europe upheaval and Mexico’s political scene as war and leadership reshape public interest.
A fragmentary verse from Frank L. Stanton narrates the King of Honey Land with angels and stars guiding him, a night journey among fairies, and a mother’s knowledge of dreams, alongside Johnnie’s memories of Washington and whimsical sights that happen only “just that way.”
Rev J Wilbur Chapman D D discusses hypocrisy from Matthew 23 37 39 urging readers to examine their own hearts and avoid harsh judgment He advocates charity toward hypocrites and aims to turn the untrue toward the life eternal, urging personal responsibility and benevolent action.
Louis Goldstein, 13, East Side juvenile police sergeant, pressed charges in Special Sessions Court against Morris Gieffman after buying a candy lottery ticket on January 14. The prize box was confiscated and sold by District Attorney Perkins, who offered to fund Louis's bid, but he declined. Oscar Zinn bought the candy for 51 cents. Louis took a piece home for his sister and declined money from the sale.
The Holland Letter notes the Morgan collection sold for about 4 million, with buyers and beneficiaries including J Feller and John D Rockefeller. It discusses Rockefeller’s art taste, Frick’s purchase, and the Altman and Johnson collections as other major American fortunes, with values in the multi‑million range and uncertain resale prospects.
George Freman discusses Hungary as a historic battleground for the Magyars, noting their 9 million population, emigration to the United States, and influx of Russians. He praises Budapest and the Danube, while contrasting Hungarian agriculture with Hungarian vitality and the appeal of returning emigrants.
The poem laments the misery and paradox of waiting in life from youth to old age. It contrasts waiting for punishment, blessings, meals, and adulthood, with a wistful wish for simplicity and an eventual quiet afterlife. The speaker notes how waiting colors hopes and fears, shaping our sense of time.
Odd tale from Bermuda to New York New York S'ress covers Mike a fighting ostrich imported on steamship Gueabit. He attempted self harm with a hose, was overpowered by longshoremen and restrained on a gurney after a violent outburst. The incident ends with him back in the ship’s hold to contemplate life.
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