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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1909

Page

5

Atlanta Election Injunction Challenges Mayor and Clerk

Legal action filed by J R Alvers in DeKalb county targets the Atlanta election ordinance as invalid and overstepping city charter limits. Judge Pendleton set a Saturday morning appearance and temporarily restrains the mayor and clerk from administering the election results pending further hearing.

Aecon Council Runi Lag Peen Jonge Ponlleten Judse Pendleton Robert Maddox W. Jampbell Teard Tna Board of Commissionsra of Fonds Fulton Spony Ro J Presman DeKalb County Jnige Pendiston J R. Alvers DeKatb County Superior Court General Council of Atlanta Atlante Rivers Rosa Board of County Commissioners Maron General Assembly of Georgia Boi Eidermante Board Alunza Fiedis J DO Kilpatrick

Lightning Sets Fire To A Can Of Gasoline

A gasoline explosion at Lynch Printing Company on Marietta Street caused front plate glass to shatter and transoms to break. A small blaze followed the blast before the fire department arrived. Damages are estimated at 400 dollars. A can of gemoline with a stopper was in the rear when a shock ignited fumes, triggering a brief flash and concussion throughout the store.

Lynch Printing Company Marietta Street

Honeymooners at the Grand Amid Mixed Reviews

Theater notes review the Grand productions The Honeymooners falters with an aged chorus and sound quality while The Girl From Texas at Lyric charms with Cecil Spooner and a Texas girl performance The Orpheum headline Marshall P Wilder delivers a standout monologue act in Atlanta through the week.

Orpheum Marshall P Wilder Atlanta Mr Wilder

Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for Nursing Mothers

Nursing mothers and overburdened women may find Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription valuable for sustaining nourishment and vigor. The remedy is marketed as a strength-giver for the female system, aiding in recovery after childbirth and improving general health, including relief from nervous fatigue headaches backache and irregularities. It claims to address a broad range of symptoms and conditions with persistent, faithful use.

Ife DR. Pierce Syes Joe Elie Weilng Pierce R. V. Pistos Buffalo N. Y

Atlanta Engineer Dies in Wreck Near Herbin

William J ONeill of Atlanta, engine man on a Southern train from Washington to Atlanta, was fatally scalded when the engine left the track near Herbin. Fireman John Clay was seriously hurt. ONeill died after arrival at Toccoa. Mrs ONeill swooned on hearing the news. Edna Dorman aided the injured with medicines from her makeup box. The funeral was set for today with Oakland Cemetery interment. Passengers reportedly purchased a floral tribute for the deceased.

William J O'Neill Atlante Washington Atlanta Herbin John Clay Mra. O'Neal Bao Beey Vetiaue Neal Toccoa Orpheum Edna Dorman Dirs O'Neal Cherot Kes Avenue Patterson Cherokes Avenue Oakland Deccazad Gate City Lodge

Nichols Dunn Marriage in this Place

Tate Nichols and William Dunn wed today as Rev Wyatt officiates in a ceremony at the Georges & Bicklee Marcie Company. The couple, described as accomplished, begin life together with well wishes and a nod to Washington's Anniversary celebrations.

Tate Eayropryce Wiliam Dunn Mise Sora Nichia Wyatt Dunn Georges 8 Bicklee Marcie Company Miss Nichols Tete Erie

Seven Men Killed When Trains Meet

Seven men were killed and two passengers injured in a head on collision on the Delaware division of the Pennsylvania Railroad at Delmar, Delaware. The dead include Oliver Perry and others. injured persons include Miss Ashensooming and Lewis Brockway. A horse named Princess Frixte reportedly burned to death after being shown at Keith's theater in Philadelphia.

Wilmington Del Bath Lnco Delaware Division Pennsylvania Railroad Delmar Oliver Perry Wishington del A Davie Vangineman T. Coreran Mall Philadelnismy Norfolk W Harrison Barns Europe

Welcome Home Victory Fleet Addressed by President

President lauds returning ships Connecticut Louisiana Georgia and Wisconsin as crews salute with twenty one guns. Fear Admiral Sperry and officers receive thanks for aiding historic voyage circumnavigation and restoration of naval prestige.

Bimmrayemii Floret Connecticut Wisconsin Bride Agein

Should bachelors help to support old maids debate at Y M C A

Washington birthday celebration featured a unique debate on the motion That bachelors should be taxed for the support of old maids The affirmative with Edward Cregar and C B E Lovett argued the tax should apply while the negative led by H C Fanning and Dr Shannon Cowan contended no such beings exist The event was presided by the Baracas president with judges named and Mamie Clyburn delivering a feature address

Washington Young Mens Christian Association Edward Cregar C BE Lovett H C Fanning Shannon & Cowan the Baraces Green Anderson Mise Summers Cregar

Obituary notes from small town deaths and services

Several brief notices report deaths and funeral plans including Mrs Mary Julia Etheridge of Shelby County died after a long illness with services in Yatesville Georgia and interment there. Helen Kennon died at 8 Peachtree Street and her remains to Salem Alabama for funeral. Mrs Mary Elizabeth Smith wife of Dr Harvey Smith died February 27 and services held at Smithville with relatives. Mrs Cherile Clark of Cuthbert died after years there with burial in Western cemetery. Miss Lilly Beall aged 80 died at the Tealdance of Derricks with funeral planned tomorrow. notes mention survivors and dates with scattered locations across Georgia and Alabama.

Mary Julia Etheridge Julia Embertime Carly Yatesville Ga Sin Brothers CoArineridge Lepier Helen Kennon King Helan Kennon Biani Mre Ri Kennon Peachtree Street Salem Ala M. E. Smith Smithville Smithvills Mary Elizabeth Smith Harverd Smith Mre Jehrison Surm Jerry Drew Mise Jaw Jwatty Breston Ga Aly Prealon Lilly Beall Mian Tiby Tealdance Derries Wright Azinn More Lan Teeven A J Beall Charlotte NC Samuel Healt Texas Frank Lowman

Atlanta Optical Society appoints Moore president

The Georgia State Optical Association held an organized gathering at the Piedmont hotel to elect leaders and plan activities. Key figures included H T Ketrel HT Godin AB Cundy D B Peon and C Hape Grovke Foller, with John Le Moore named president and CE Sore win as secretary. The group aims to advance state optical matters and prepare for a national convention in June.

Atlanta Georgia State Optical Association Piedmont Hotel Atenie National Association Pecel Litevis Jackson Folsom Copper Auto Chamber of Commerce Annie State Board of Directors Menioned Cundy BK Moore B Peon Hape Grovke Foller Bryron Crawford Wo Hadier E H Moore BP Nechers

Wayt Buys Beautiful Large Peachtree Road Lot

Mr J C Wayt purchases a large Peachtree Road frontage property near Buckhead, selecting a prime location and planning a home. The deal, arranged through Big Rivers Realty, reflects strong demand for Peachtree Road frontage as property values rise. The Rivers Realty Company hints at more offerings to spark late season activity on Peachtree Road.

Peachtree Road E. Rivers Realty Company 3 . Wayt Buckhead Grand Avenue Peachtree Prarhtrea Road Wayt Paachtree Road Big Rivers Realty Company EF Browns Fullen Alto Reskt Inter

Midnight Ride Boots Postmaster Swanson in Fort McPherson Storm

Postmaster Swanson of Oakwnd City was awakened at midnight by a false alarm sparked by a neighbor and residents. He hurried to Fort McPherson where guards secured the post office but no intruder was found.

Fort McPherson Oakwnd Swangan Capita Avenue Troy Ryan

Gowan Pneumonia Preparation Advertised

An early line advert describes Gowan's pneumonia preparation claiming quick relief for inflammatory ailments and congestion. The fragment references coughing, night symptoms, and a purported cure, with promotional tone typical of period patent remedy notices.

Gowan

Postal Bank Measure Debate and Senate Adjournment

Washington February 22 The postal savings bank proposal was discussed by Leo Rours amid attempts to set a day for action urged by Senator Carter of Montana. Senator Velaurin read Washingtons farewell address as part of the session. Senator Aldrich secured consent to a resolution continuing committees into the next regular session. The appropriations tender was taken up and the Senate adjourned at 4 p.m.

Washington Leo Rours Wnate Postal Savings Bank Carter Montana Velaurin Senate

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