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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1915
Page
8
A 2 Dew prescription Othine double strength is advertised to remove freckles and keep the skin clear and white. The promotion urges readers to obtain an ounce from Jacobs Pharmacy or any druggist, offering a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
London reports the second week of Germanys submarine campaign began with the loss of two British ships the Deptford and the Western Coast off the English coast. One sailor died on the Deptford while fifteen crew were saved. the crew were later landed at South Shields. Three submarines have been sent to Pola, signaling potential expansion of operations into the Adriatic and Mediterranean.
London reports the small British coasting steamer Western Coast was sunk by a mine or torpedo off Beachy Head in the English Channel. Crew landed at Portsmouth. Evelyn crew reported safe in Bremerhaven. Other ships Carib and Evelyn losses under investigation as German and American authorities seek details. Submarines to the Adriatic meanwhile are sent to Pola for operations in the Mediterranean.
London February 26 Foreign Secretary Grey told the House of Commons Britain is in full accord with Russia’s aim for sea access. He noted Russia’s frontiers and possible peace terms will shape the realization of a warm water port. Grey denied a specific duma statement but aligned with Russia on imperial objectives near Constantinople.
News from Atlanta reports Conyers Georgia overwhelmingly approved 30000 in school bonds. Out of 184 votes only two opposed. Architect Wo Edwards of 638 Candle Building named to design the school building after completing plans.
The United States debates broad embargo authority to respond to submarine warfare and mine dangers. Representative Porter introduces a bill to empower the president to place and lift embargoes on ships in U.S. ports until after the next Congress session, as Britain faces pressure over wartime food shipments and the submarine blockade. The British cabinet weighs an American note seeking to ease war zone tensions and warn neutrals about German actions.
Loraine Belmont and Alice Smith, chased across the country for three years, were arrested in Savannah Georgia and will be brought to Atlanta by City Policeman Sam Webb. They face swindling charges against Durham Jewelry Co of 26 Edgewood Avenue for $1500 in diamonds and jewelry in the summer of 1912.
Alderman Maddox faced sharp exchanges during a club meeting as Dr Barrett restrained him from confronting Maddox and President Bowden defended his actions. The group urged confidence in Maddox, praising his ward service while discussing a $5000 schoolhouse appropriation for Howell station and park improvements led by manager Cochran.
The Atlanta Osteopathic society met at the Piedmont hotel to discuss insanity and osteopathic treatment. Cases from Still Hildreth sanatorium in Macon were cited, claiming vertebrae displacement affects brain blood flow. Planned talks include Dr Lowsa Burns from Chicago and a Cordele meeting on May 14–15.
Johnson a flagman at the Thurmond Street crossing had his left foot crushed by a switch engine while flagging a train. Witnesses say he stepped onto another track and was struck, necessitating amputation at an Atlanta hospital.
Ford Plant 10 in Atlanta prepares to hire 200 more workers shortly, boosting local jobs to 350 as the southern assembling plant on Ponce de Leon avenue opens. Agency managers Stuart Abbott and F. Itoeths say most new hires will be Atlantans, with limited transfers from Detroit. The four story fireproof building cost 350,000 and features standpipe and sprinkler systems. Public tours will be offered, with staff guiding visitors.
The Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Co held its annual stockholders meeting in New York. President W T Gentry presented the annual report and a slate of directors was elected. Directors include U N Bethell N C Kingsbury Theo W N Vail C H Wilson George D Milne W W T Gentry and J Epps Brown. Officers were reappointed with JT Gentry as president J Epps Brown as first vice president J M 8B second vice president and treasurer LeLand Hume third vice president Hunt Chipley general counsel J Holditch general auditor and Addison Maupin secretary and assistant treasurer. Gentry noted southern mood declined by cotton crop stagnation but forecast improved business and prosperity ahead.
Members of the city council urged Recorder George E Johnson to seek details on a plan to care for and cure inebriates and drug users without adding costs to the city. Johnson favors a humane approach, proposing the city buy land eight to ten miles from town and use it for treatment rather than stockades.
The proposal contemplates placing a crematory on the farm and sending inebriates and dope fiends to cultivate feedstuffs for stock in city departments. While incarcerated, their families could receive $300 per week in welfare from the city.
City Physician Dr Meil Martin testifies about Tom Hughes in police court. The doctor says Hughes is honest when sober but steals when drunk and imagines ownership of others property. The recorder jokes Hughes will not attend medical college or stockade yet, sending him to jail.
A lavish waist section showcases crepe de chine and Georgette blouses, embroidered nets, and sheer laces in maize, flesh, white, and gray. Prices range from 9.2 to 5.75 with high low collars, hemstitched tucks, and buttoned necks, appealing to both dainty and tailored styles.
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