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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1921
Page
4
Judge Henry Hammond of the Augusta circuit condemns harsh and haphazard sentencing after hearing confessions from inmates. He calls for reform, arguing the system treats all crimes alike and fails to rehabilitate morally sick offenders. He likens current practice to barbarous punishment and slavery and urges modern reform.
Beginning Tuesday the Atlanta Woman's Club and ward theater management will present seven Metropolitan grand opera figures for prospective patrons of the 1921 opera season in Atlanta. The program aims to educate through a course of study of operas sung this spring by the Met company, with one opera shown each Tuesday forenoon from 9:30 to 12 across seven weeks.
The Atlanta Grand Opera program outlines seven op eras to be presented with librettos read by Mrs Jar nagin and sung by local artists, backed by the Howard Theater Orchestra. Enrico Selde will interpret and explain the works, aiding student musicians and aspiring patrons to gain knowledge and appreciation ahead of the Met performances in spring. The Woman's Club and Howard theater management sponsor this public opera study, endorsed by C. P. Bidwell of the Atlanta Music Festival association, urging strong attendance each Tuesday morning.
The Atlanta Association of Life Insurers and numerous civic groups endorse the $8,850,000 municipal improvement bonding proposal slated for the March 8 election. They urge organized, neighborhood canvassing to boost participation and predict success only if two-thirds of voters approve. A Louisville judge allows the word lager on beverage labels, though the ruling offers little relief to the thirsty.
President Harding asserts that with the advice of the country’s best minds the nation cannot go wrong though he laments that much of the guidance provided comes from various sources within the country.
Health Talks by William Brady argues that teething never causes illness and urges prompt medical advice for every infant. The piece explains that teething is constant, offers age based feeding guidance from four months onward, and lists foods suitable for infants up to two years old, including juices, broths, cereals, eggs, and gradually added meats and vegetables.
A reflective piece urging parents to frame World War I sacrifice for children without glorifying conquest. It argues telling of fallen soldiers, Christian peace, and the true cost of war, to inspire antiwar sentiment and reverence for sacrifice over victory.
Thomasville Georgia February 20 Special A sugar cane grower in Jefferson county Florida across from Thomas has created a market for his syrup. A neighbor’s letter to a New England contact sparked demand and orders. More than 5000 dollars earned as the syrup sells in sealed cans and ships widely improving the grower’s prospects. Brunswick press notes Alma hosts Eleventh District Press association meeting February 21 in Bacon County.
Brooks Quitman Ga February 20 The chamber of commerce discussed consolidation of Brooks county schools with county board and board of education. County Agent Gaddis presented plans for a county fair this fall and President Faircloth said a committee would buy a site and assist to ensure a successful fair.
Georgia Commissioner I H Merrill argues for uniform state laws to preserve state autonomy while aligning with national standards. He notes Georgia has never funded the conference, despite widespread adoption of acts like the Negotiable Instruments, Warehouse Receipts, and Divorce Acts, urging investment to gain legal harmony and helpful court interpretations.
A lively New York diary entry recalls a visit to a dog show and Madison Square strolls among readers of public journals. The piece notes social glimpses of Miss Farrar and Constance Talmadge, a bouquet for Mrs. Harding, and a gala rooftop dinner with notable figures. It mentions the Al Jennings hold-up timing and Broadway musical travel costs, plus a rumor of late‑night entertainment attended by film stars.
Washington reports confidence in gradual improvement of business conditions. United States Chamber of Commerce review prepared by Archer Wall Douglas notes rising sentiment across regions that business will be better in spring and that recovery will be slow and natural. Joseph H. Dafrees urges Congress to pass the budget bill to curb wasteful appropriations and improve efficiency.
Washington reports the Franco British agreement transfers Syria and the Lebanon from French to British mandate, ties Palestine link to Mesopotamia, and plans a British railway and pipeline through the Syrian desert to connect Palestine with Hedjaz and Haifa routes. The article notes strategic aims, border readjustments in the Yarmuk valley, and wartime groundwork for an India to Mediterranean rail line.
Thomasville Georgia February 20 Special The farming community is lagging in starting spring operations. Little commercial fertilizer is expected to be used this year due to price and soil fertility. Cotton acreage may shrink, peanuts and sweet potatoes grow, corn will be planted, and watermelons planted soon with prospects for good acreage despite fertilizer concerns.
Anniston Alabama reports the relief fund drive concluded successfully with plans for a dinner Monday night at Hoover to mark the campaign’s end. Arthur Wellbea z, chairman, notes the city raised about $3,000 for relief efforts as the drive wraps up.
Washington notes focus on ex President Poincare as Briand faces potential fall. Poincare may block German concessions or push France to act alone, risking a wider crisis. Briand must defend Anglo French solidarity while Poincare seeks to enforce French rights. Germany seeks to provoke Britain and the U.S. to avoid costly reparations and reconstruction. France’s solvency hinges on German payments, threatening reconstruction costs and global surplus markets if Paris falters.
Registration rules after 1921 shift narrow the eligible voters to about 6000 to 7000, all listed by Mr. Richardson this year. He says daily listings reach 300 to 400, but 600 a day is needed to restore to pre ruling totals. He pledges full effort to register applicants before the bond vote. The city plans a $3,850,000 bond issue for schools, waterworks, sewers, a Spring Street viaduct, and other improvements, with only about 13 working days left before the election. A Sunday session adopted the only resolutions opposing the bond plan.
The socialist party records opposition to an 8,860,000 bond plan citing principle conflicts while many members may back the bond for needs and uses. A mass meeting at Milton Avenue school pledges voter registration emphasis and warns against outsiders pressuring registrations. Key speakers include Mayor Key Mrs Lumpkin and W W Gaines.
Rev B R Holmes of the Holmes Institute appeals to Mount Vernon Baptiss church attendees urging colored citizens to register for the bond election. He warns thousands in the city and county avoid taxes, depriving funds for urgent improvements. Rev E D Florence closes by stressing duty to city progress.
A urged public message calls on women to register and vote for a city bond plan to fund modern schools, waterworks, sewers, and a viaduct. It warns delay harms Atlanta’s growth and asks all citizens to unite regardless of faction, stressing the ballot's historic use by women for their city's future.
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