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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1909
Page
7
An advertisement touts a new skin cure claiming to clear pimples overnight using a fifty-cent experimental package from Emergency Laboratories. It promises relief for eczema, acne, tetter, blotches, and itching with no greasy residue, and offers a free trial sample via mail from 32 West Twenty-fifth Street, New York.
A long disputed text describes a large power project feeding Atlanta with electricity worth millions, aiding growth for Piedmont Power Co and reducing tourist losses. It lists executives, financial capitalization, and multi firm involvement, emphasizing regional economic benefits and job creation despite unclear phrasing from OCR.
A fragmented page reports a planned incorporation by Hudson Stick Candy Machine Company with capital of 150 200 shares, a trolley accident claim against Georgia Beltway and Eiedric Company, detective activity on a gambling room, and various civic events. It also notes a bankruptcy filing against Copelin Fruit and Produce, a smoker event by the Twin Order of Telegraphers, and upcoming lectures and meetings across Atlanta including YMCA and playground talks.
Washington reports naval stores output valued at over 314 million dollars for turpentine and about 18 million for rosin in 1908. Florida leads with 7.08 million gallons of turpentine, while Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, North and South Carolina, and Texas follow in order. The report compares 1907 and 1908 production across eight southern states and notes a price decrease despite higher output.
The report shows a 16a increase of 2,408,200 gallons of turpentine and 288,962 barrels of rosin over 1907 but a drop in value in 1908 due to lower turpentine prices and slight rosin price declines. It cites market quotations in Savannah, average 1906 turpentine price 20.3857 per gallon rising to 40.3399 in 1907, rosin 34.4 per barrel in 1906 and 34.33 in 1907, with production spread across eight states and weather and market conditions affecting output.
Albert H Cox, Jona W Cox, and Charles H Cox unite to form Cox Cox & Cox at Empire Building Atlanta. The trio, previously solo practitioners, say joint practice brings strength. The firm to welcome clients and associates at their new offices.
Mrs SP Mehoney wife of a well known business man of the city died at 641 Highland Ave last night at 12 after a long illness. She was prominent in local literary circles and a devout Sacred Heart church member. She leaves her husband and her mother Mrs Rowert Mt Gmith.
Mrs H K Stafford dies after a prolonged illness at her home 368 Hietree. She was the wife of J A RH, a resident of this city. The funeral arrangements are pending.
Washington reports a lengthy night session as the House debates the dry civil appropriation bill. Democrats press amendments and a White House repair fund increase while leaders argue for diligent consideration. A debate on the Negro question surfaces amid parade appointment talk, with the chamber voting down a committee rise and adjourning after a long filibuster.
February 26 Cal newspapers report the California Senate debating a substitute for a resolution urging exclusion of Asiatic peoples from the United States. Senators Rosebery Statson Wier Burnett voiced opposition, saying the measure is unnecessary and that California immigration policy should be left to federal authorities. supporters argued local opinion should be expressed.
London February 26 forty suffragists were jailed after attempting to present a petition to Prime Minister Asquith. Most received one month terms, two months for two repeat offenders. Lady Constance Lytton urged friends to secure release. many prisoners stood dignified as they faced harsh second division confinement with restricted meals and no contact, yet expressed hopeful resolve.
New York on February 25 Professor George T Tanild of Ynie and other speakers at a Western Reserve University alumni reunion discussed war talk with a provocative joke. He proposed sending a mock fleet and belligerent press to the Pacific to force a clash, then relocating them to a distant land for confinement to end wartime talk.
Washington February 28 two reports will be presented to the senate committee on judiciary when it meets to vote on the investigation of United States Steel Corp absorption of Tennesser Coal and Iron The minority dissents contend the merger may not require senate action and that legal questions belong to a proper anti trust proceeding.
A local group reports Sean Jury plans a pause to allow members to return to session while beds remain occupied by unrelated matters. The delay affects scheduling and pending decisions as facilities are reused for alternate needs.
An 18 year old boy from Reine vanished from home in a puzzling case. Neighbors report concern as authorities and volunteers begin a door to door search while family offers any information leading to his return. The details are unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
Guineaville February 75 Rpc ial Colonel H EH Dean a leading lawyer and recent Atlantic purchases has been named chairman of the board of directors for the Chautauqua to be held in July A 82500 program will span the month with Lake Warner Chattahoochee Park as a key venue The Bert ever will be the state’s longest management parade and attractions will be booked through an Atlantic agency
A boy testified that Uncle Bob Clements admitted killing the Edmondson family and planned to burn their house after taking 20 cents to stay silent. Gilbert Luker, son of Rufus Luker, and others described the ruined house and burned bodies found days later, detailing the alleged murders and threats within the family.
The House and Senate conferees reached a pact on the penal code bill. The Senate accepted a House amendment incorporating a new interstate shipment regulation for intoxicating liquors. The Knox bill will be amended to punish shipper offenses only when knowingly shipping unmarked intoxicants. The so called Ku Klux legislation is struck from the code as agreed. House remained in session at 230 o clock this morning.
The Southern Hard Yarn Spinners Association gathered in Charlotte for the largest turnout yet to address the unsettled yarn market. A plan proposing a 33 1 3 percent curtailment for three months begins in March, with heavy forfeits for violations and a mill representative to enforce compliance. a committee was formed to finalize details and report at an early called meeting. About 750000 spindles were represented, the session was harmonious and enthusiastic.
In Macon Georgia on February 26 the two stores on Second Street occupied by Farley and Galin and the Wampen’s Chinese two stores are described as among the most desirable in the vicinity though not the largest along Georgia Street.
Americus Ga February 25 social note reports Dr. G Broughton spoke to about four dozen attendees in Americus tonight. The lecture themed sins drew appreciative reaction from the audience. Proceeds from the entertainment benefited a local laboratory project.
A lengthy denunciation targets President Roosevelt and the judiciary, accusing them of imperial rule and executive overreach. The speaker criticized the secret service, land fraud claims, and implicated officials while denouncing leadership as corrupt and unfit. The piece notes opposition to Roosevelt’s vetoes and calls for stronger checks.
Special correspondent reports on February 25 in Macon as Jamenon of Murcer Dr and J Forrester return with Tom Winder to take part in a Perry Rainey college event. The occasion's success is said to be boosted by Yr Jamenon and Worrenter's helpful support.
District Judge Anderson ruled that the unit of offenses in the rebating case could not be stretched to the broader charge, insisting the focus remain on the freighting charges. He noted the government’s prolonged investigations and criticized aiming to nullify years of work with a single large fine, while Attorney General Bonaparte commented from Washington on the intent to limit the trial to actual freight settlement between parties.
News notes Howell plans a ten story apartment house south of New York style, with six rooms per unit and three per floor. Atlanta architects will be invited to submit designs, bids accepted from statewide contractors, work to begin within thirty days, occupancy hoped by January.
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