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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1903
Page
12
The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York owes its success to its careful selection process and prudent business practices. Executives credit disciplined underwriting, experienced agents, and conservative investments for steady growth and strong policyholder trust.
At New Orleans on February 3 the Stewardess and Major Mansire were the only winning favorites amid a large crowd and a fairly ordinary card. Winners included By 02 in the first race, Archne in the second, The Stewardess in the third, Major Mansler in the fourth, Bummer in the fifth, and Manos in the sixth. Entries list multiple contenders with odds noted for each race.
Augusta and Savannah clashed at the Augusta Country Club links in a warmly contested golf match this afternoon. Augusta won on the final hole by a slim margin. Players listed include Hardee, Dagfish, Bryan Cumm, Saucy Denny, Warren, Wells, and others, with totals recorded as 15 for Augusta and 15 for Savannah in a capped summary.
In front of a large crowd on a fine day at Ingleside, Claude defeated Gold Van and Epicure in the California derby. The six-starter field faced withdrawals, and Durazzo led early before Claude seized the lead in the stretch to win as Gold Van held second and Epicure third. The $3,400 race paid $2,590 to the winner.
Indianapolis February 25 the American Bowling Congress adopted a compromise on ball weight setting 184 pounds as the maximum towing ball weight next congress to Cleveland officers to be elected Thursday treasurer Stearns reports a small balance remains after handling limited funds this year
In Monte Carlo on February 23 to 11, the tenth round of the international chess tournament saw Pillsbury defeat Morau. The games between Albin and Mason, Wolf and Teichmann, Schechter and Mieses, and Tarrasch and Maroczy were all drawn, with other contests adjourned.
Delegates arrive for a three day convention in the city with central sessions, social events at the Kimball and school reception hosted by Captain Lyman Hall. A trolley ride, oyster luncheon, and banquet with Governor Terrell are planned, followed by officer elections and further hospitality with local firms. Notables include Frank Rettig, W Bl Worth, and B P Stevenson among arriving members.
Georgia Tech students present an annual gymnastic exhibition at the Grand Opera house tonight. A large crowd is expected for feats such as pyramids of thirty five, daring tumbling and the famed bull frog leap. prizes include a handsome trophy from the Atlanta Athletic Club and gold silver ribbons from Tech Athletic Association. Governor Joseph M. Terrell will award prizes with judges Arnold Broyles Major J. Van Welt Nash and Toepel overseeing events featuring Washington seminary and Agnes Scott Institute sponsors.
Elizabeth J North Dowie was granted a divorce from John Murray Dowie father of the Zion healer of Chicago. She said he was repulsive and cruel and left for Colorado to live with a daughter. A $5,000 payment in gold was made to her husband as part of the settlement. Dowie plans to live in Essex, Iowa.
Results of the first examination at Marist College announced yesterday at 11 in the college hall. Sixty percent earned honors on one or more papers, ten percent failed in one or more subjects. Top students included John Harrison, Charles McGovern, Minelow McGovern, John McGee, and Montgomery Haynes.
Mazatlan February 2 There was one death today at the observation station. Thirty five patients at Lazareta with eight grave or doubtful condition. Two hundred isolated. Bull ring used as prison while jail disinfected. New cases include sentries at the military hospital and a director of maritime customs residence. Governor Canedo praised for devotion to plague-stricken city and refusal to leave until stamp out.
Washington February 23 the Supreme Court ruled that the United States is not liable for damages from a government elevator accident involving William Samuel Rigby of New York. Justice Harlan delivered the opinion stating the government bears no contract to maintain elevators for public use.
Special New Decatur item reports a new M C A building planned for the city at a cost of 20 000 dollars. The Louisville and Nashville Railroad pledges 15 000 dollars toward construction and commits substantial annual support for maintenance. The city will raise 5 000 dollars, with the railway contributing for the benefit of shop workers.
Work began months ago on what was thought a tram road but is now identified as the Flint River and Gulf railway. The line from Bainbridge to Sylvester is graded, with a charter granted two years ago. Managers aim to complete to Sylvester within ninety days as a large force of men lay track.
In Raleigh on February 2 special report notes Stone Mountain railway president seeking charter amendment to extend south from Rearing river toward the South Carolina line. He hints a possible Seaboard Air Line connection, but point of entry remains undecided as the line heads northwest to coal fields through Blue Ridge gap.
An 19th century advertisement asserts deafness stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and catarrh. It claims heat cannot reach the diseased area and promises a cure via Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward for any case it cannot cure, urging readers to send for circulars and noting the pills as best.
An old advertising notice offers wagering selections through New Orleans and Hot Springs commissioners with guaranteed closing odds. It describes commissions in multiples of 30 dollars, weekly information fees, and ongoing play until canceled, promising mailed selections before races with postmarks before the first race.
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