Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Atlanta Constitution in Atlanta, Georgia

We have 1,947,233 pages in Georgia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1914

Page

6

Rotarians Stage Washington Birthday Banquet Prank

A Rotarians banquet at the Ansley hotel turned into a vaudeville style prank night. Dr Brewer and two officers staged fake vaccinations, Lee Barnes balked at arrest then giggling doctors mocked attendees with minstrel songs and a mock trial ending with a $15 fine and court dismissal.

Vanderilie Ansley Hotel Washington Dr Brewer Ansley Fred Houser Barnes Lee Barnes Rotarians Tim Lee Jordan Jedge Siiles Jedge Br Jims Saily

Saloon Inquiry by Miss Fern Hobbs at Cove Oregon

Miss Fern Hobbs secretary to Governor West arrived in Cove to study saloon conditions. She conferred with the mayor and council, inspected city ordinances, and questioned residents who complained. After about two and a half hours she left for Salem without ordering a closure.

Cave Oregon FG Wilson Cove Ore

Fielder to Return to Law in New Jersey Address

Governor James Fielder of New Jersey announced in an Atlantic City address that after completing his term he will resume practicing law. It has been suggested he may enter the race for the United States Senate against Senator Martine.

Fielder Atlantic City James Fielder New Jersey Ex- Pires United States Senate Martine Atlanta Care Constitution

Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Matinee and Night Show Tickets

Evelyn Nesbit Thaw matinee and night performances on Thursday and Friday. Buy seats today starting at 9 a.m. One thousand six hundred matinee seats priced at $1.

Evelyn Nesbit AL Beacon Avanta Bexhaw Alhambra Theater London Maurice Young Mra Lonaga Tippodrome New *York

Stop Thief Farce Delights Bronx Theater Crowd

A three act vaudeville style farce titled Stop Thief draws big laughs in a three hour play with a father, a prospective son in law and a scheming housemaid. Albert Tavernier Thoke and Sohn McCabe shine in comedic roles while Sydney Stone’s overacting draws mixed reactions. The clash of stagecraft and farcical plot keeps the audience roaring tonight and slated for additional showings.

Bronx New York Manhattan Albert Tavernier Thoke Matica Haman Actors’ Society Sydney Stone Claney Lego Sims Biece Maxwell H Swaann

Atlanta Theaters Shine In Hackett and Coban Triumphs

Atlanta audiences applauded Norman Hackett’s Forty-Five Minutes From Broadway at the Lyric, with an all Atlanta chorus delivering charm and polish. The Forsyth hosted Jack Gardner’s humorous seal interlude and a strong Second Generation sketch, while Byou Theater drew packed houses for In Wyoming and Evelyn Nesbit engagements, signaling a robust theatrical week across the city.

Lyric George M Coban Broadway Atlanta Norman Hackett Hackett Habersham Ju DC Mary Jenkins George Cohan Kid Burns Miss Theat Mary Sutton Rebbines Tom Bennett Edwin Vail Krohman Vincent Seymour Vivian Clyburn Pheodora, Warfield Lyndall Haddon Helen Atkinson Mabel Atkinson Helen Wilson Alverta DeFor Virginia Bare Hob Smith Robert Burroughs Bennie Clyburn Verdier Irwin Henderson Frank Stith H Smith Frank Ellis Hawkett Miss LaRue James W Meade Jack the Jack the Eeal Gardner William McCart Ethelynne Bradford Rae Ball Jack Gardner Ray & HiMard Beautiful Pries

Blizzard Grips Middle West and Midwest Railways

February storms crippled Indianapolis and much of Indiana with drifting snow up to two feet deep and 460 mile winds. Interurban and steam lines halted, trains five to seven hours late, streetcar service degraded, and utility lines damaged as relief efforts and school closures spread. Poor relief efforts intensified as fuel, clothing, and food were distributed amid widespread travel disruption.

Indianapolis Ind Insana Weather Bureau Lebanon Lafayette Columbus Ohio Toledo Ohio Central Ridge Way Bellefontaine Pennsylvania Dayton Richmond West Manchester Canton Newark Pittsburg West Virginia Springfield Tinois Central Railroad Hare Decatur Wabash Ranroad Continental Limited Zera Kansas City Kansas Missouri Dureau

Murray Defeats Houck in Fourteenth Round KO

In San Francisco on February 23 Billy Murray of Sacramento defeated veteran middleweight Leo Houck of Philadelphia in the fourteenth round of a planned twenty. Houck wavered against the ropes, dazed by Murray's fast rights and lefts. referee halted contest for a knockout.

San Francisco Billy Murray Sacramento Leo Houck Philadelphia Houck Jess Murray

Greeting to the Welsh by David Lloyd George

David Lloyd George responds to a Welsh letter from the Eisteddfod, sending regards to Welsh kin in America. He notes his heart is lifted by friendly Welsh voices despite difficulties, during a Cymreiryddion society gathering.

David Lloyd-George Ulla Amerea David Lloyd-George Cymreiryddion Society Mr George Eisteddfod America Gus Dansers Guilin

Trinity Triumphs Over Guilford 24 15 In Rough Game

Trinity defeated Guilford 24 to 15 at Durham NI in a rough contest on February 21. Pleasants led Trinity scoring while Moorefield was held scoreless. McKinnon and Siler contributed multiple baskets as fouls plagued both teams.

Durham NI Trinity Guilford Colleza

Cuban Liberal Leader Ann Mavane Elected Head Of Party

Ann Mavane, long identified with the Cuban Liberals, was elected leader of the liberal party succeeding Enrique Jose Varena Adolfo Da La Tuma. The Mexican minister of finance arrived here today and will go into exile tonight amid political turmoil.

Mavane Juste de la Torrente Liberal Party Enrique Jose Varena Adolfo da la Tuma Vers Cros

Editorials condemn Britain's stance on Benton murder

London editorials blast Sir Edward Grey for a mild reaction to Benton's murder and urge firm action to punish the crime. They urge stronger U.S. accountability, warn against appeasement, and insist on using force if needed to protect nationals abroad while noting shared caution over a possible arms embargo.

London Standam United States Siridward Grey Benton Wilson Bryan Willa Daily Telegraph Arma Telegraph Daily Graphic Madero Huerta Bruton Vila Hdward Grey Daily Mail

Train Robbers Sentenced to Atlanta Penitentiary

Blox Mississippi February 2. Barney Lewis and Jerry Enis, convicted last week of robbing a New Orleans and Northeastern train near Hattiesburg May 13, 1912, were today sentenced to ten years each in the Atlanta penitentiary and fined $1000.

Blox Miss Barney Lewis Jerry Enis New Orleans Hattiesburg Atlanta

Supreme Court Georgia Case Summary Across Multiple Districts

The Georgia Supreme Court affirms and reverses in multiple cases including Simpson v Mizell and Brother, Denham v Denmark executrix, and others from Cobb, Chatham, Greene, Fannin, Stephens, and more. Judgments reversed in several instances. cross-bill exceptions and receivers noted. various plaintiffs in error and counsel listed with no single unified outcome.

Sademente Simpson Mizell & Brother Don Cuperini Court Tudge Convers Sorat Tor Plaintléf Sifor Bolling Madisop Meadow John E_zorgon Lumpkin University of Georgia Denmark Chatham Chariton Ow Bimmons Meldrim GF Gaber Anderson Caan Ann Contra Hamby Y Colts Fannin Morris Thomas A Brown Viaintitt William Butt Lunds Aloe Lundy Gt al Greene Park Stringer Y Mitchell Mali Jones Terrell Perry Zachary Stephens McMilan Ersin Julian McCurry Blaude Bona Conra DeLay Gault Worn” Sharp @ Sharm Coleman Wester Teasley Harvey Georgia Life Insurance Company Tom Foster Dorre Cailing Rickatta Vy. Hanry Shuford Cobb—Judgs Mortle T Birwin Aliineon Clay & Morris, Grittin & Johnson

Exile from Peru arrives in Panama with Billinghurst

Guillermo Billinghurst former president of Peru lands in Panama February 28 after deposement and travels to Buenos Aires escorted by Jose and an aide, stating he will proceed to Argentina. The arrival underscores ongoing political turmoil in Peru and potential exiled leadership.

Peru Panama Guillermo Billinghurst Jos Son Billinghurst Buenos Aires

Dr. Osgood Dead in Boston After Prolonged Illness

Dr Frederica Horseood, former president of the United States Veterinary Medical Association, died yesterday at his Boston home after a long illness caused by an infection contracted during scientific work. The death was learned tonight.

Osgood Boston Frederica Horseood United States Veterinary Medical Assocation

Washington Banquet Notables Include British Navy League Guests

Lonlon February 2 The annual Washingtons birthday banquet of the London branch of the United States Navy league featured guests not American citizens for the first time. British Navy league members attended. The Russian Department of Agriculture has allocated 5665 dollars to reorganize Moscow Museum of Agriculture, Europe’s first such institution, set to mark its 50th anniversary in 15. The government has sold 42006 cords of cedar wood for shingles from Washington national forest. Shingles from the wood, 6 inches weathered, would cover 232 square miles of roof.

Washington Lonlon London United States Navy League British Navy League Russian Department of Agriculture Moscow Museum Ot Agriculture Europe Tue Washington National Forest

Also Mentioned on This Page

Cohan Keith Vaudeville Forsyth Forsyth Theater Jack i Seal In, Wyoming Evelyn Nesbit Thaw Ifédié M. Rich & Bros. CO Rich Rich & Bros Newsepe Middle West St Lews Illinois St Louis Chicao St Loui Chicago Tennessee Georgia North Carolina Atlantic Coast Ohio Valley Texas Virginia Ann Mexico Edward Grey Earl & Wilson Troy Daniel Bros. Co Peachtree St Central Railroad Castleberry Street Forrest George Adair Inman Park Joan J. Woodside Storagh Ponds Bell Weyman & Connors Makers of Friends Realty Keeley Institute of Georgia Woodward Ave Allanta, Ga Whoodward Lumber Co Columbia Company OF Athens Lodge Battle Hill Lodge No Srethren J_E SEGREST J _E GARRISON Cute City Lodge Masonica Temple Peachtree Gainstraate Hallatt Joseph Gregg IR Mt Zion Royal Arch Masonic Temple Royal Arch Pyebian Cas-te Hall Hunter and Pryor I MS K of RO Wol. Fain Branon J ‘It Harteman Q ‘Baker CE Kerr H OR Hendry Oak Lan MYFRS Bir Casper Myers Dats Cohen Pauline Purstenburg Kauffman George B Greenwood Washington Street Albert Stuaner Sam Pinkussohn Mose Asher Trank Leiberman Tf Scrymerheld Jacob Elias M R Hirsch Bof Philips David Mars Auguste Gu Barclay & Brandon CO Brandon R.M. Brandon W. Awtby Sec Treas Saniuarium B Bt Wooley Victor ‘Sealteriam Avesta Supreme Court OF GA
Search Courier

Search the Atlanta Constitution Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Atlanta Constitution?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication