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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1921
Page
6
The hysterical cough is a warning of bronchial damage and possible lung involvement. Do not risk serious illness. buy Lung A Tone from Jacobs Pharmacy Co. stores in Atlanta. The ad claims Lung A Tone is free from drugs and opiates and offers 60c and 31 00 sizes from Maladine Laboratories Atlanta Ga.
Montgomery February 25 Governor Kirby names John W. Durr William T. Sheshan and Richard M. Hobble all of Afont-
A commission to investigate the dispute between coal operators and the United Mine Workers of America in Alabama was tasked to hear testimony and report to the governor, who remains the sole arbiter. The article notes the governor’s central role in resolving the labor conflict.
The Howard College debating team defeated Mercer University in Macon Georgia on February 25 in intercollegiate competition. Mercer speakers J C Broome and Hoke H Shirley argued for independence for the Philippine Islands, while Howard pair G C O Kelley and T Earl Powell argued the affirmative.
Jasper Ala February 25 Nine members of the Alabama national guard previously charged with the lynching of William Baird a miner near here January 18 were re indicted today on murder charges by the special grand jury. Other persons were indicted but not named until arrests. The guardsmen named Roy Patton Jr Ernest W Speed W M Hamby Manley Sexton James Franklin Robert J Lancaster Joseph W Key Glen R Stephens and Clarence Richardson all from company M Tuscaloosa. Prosecutors said they will seek trials in Walker county within two weeks.
Anniston Ala February 25 The United States Cast Iron Pipe and Foundry plant has resumed operations after a closure since November 20 The largest pipe foundry here it employs about 1 200 men and has started with three pits putting 250 men to work Plans call to activate other pits without delay Other pipe plants shut down before Christmas are expected to reopen early in March.
Berlin reports counterfeiters printed millions of marks and traded them with Soviet Russians for so called gold dust that was revealed to be powdered bronze. The Berlin press says the dubious metal fooled some residents and is now exposed as impalpable metal dust.
Anniston Alabama February 25 Special Mrs Ernest Wilson of Piedmont in this county was burned to death at her home today. While stooping to pick her baby from the floor her dress skirt swept into the grate. Her clothing burst into flames and she ran into the yard calling for help dying a few hours later.
London reports that over 1000 Jews were killed in pogroms carried out by General Balakovitch’s troops in Minsk and Hamel. The Federation of Ukrainian Jews in London released the statement today confirming the casualty figure and noting deportations from Warsaw last December.
In Gennevilliers near Paris, electrical workers raised a red flag and refused a company lockout. Police and troops were deployed to keep order as wage cuts prompted a strike. Louis Louche, minister of liberated regions, shows interest in the company.
Joseph Dewberry, 52, died after a stroke at his Stillmore home. He was buried with Masonic honors Friday afternoon at 2 o clock. Survived by wife, two sons R B Dewberry of Adel and W M Dewberry of Stillmore, and two daughters Mrs B P Walker and Dire L S Cox, both of Stillmore.
Hazlehurst Ga February 6 Special Hon Henry G Moore died at his residence after a brief illness with pneumonia and was buried with Masonic honors at Hazlehurst cemetery He was 53 years old and had served as a Jeff Davis county representative in the Georgia General Assembly He was a Hazlehurst city council member and active in local church affairs He is survived by his wife six children his mother two sisters and a brother The Hazlehurst Masonic lodge led the services assisted by the Baxley and Douglas lodges
Rome Ga February 25 Special The Rome city commission voted four to two to summon the board of education to explain why members should be removed for not enforcing a Bible reading ordinance in public schools. The board contends the measure is illegal, planning resignation if courts rule otherwise. The dispute ties to a long local campaign by ministers for Bible reading and prayer in schools. Washington February 25 The soldiers bonus bill advances in the House and moves to the Senate Finance Committee with leaders Fleming guiding, plans to delay the tax issue to the next session. The five fold plan retains immediate cash for service, future service certificates, education, loans for home or farm purchases, and land settlement. Also, a fire at 270 Washington Street damages the home of Annie Owens, caused by an overheated stove.
Former Savannah Chief of Police John A Woods defends his innocence after an indictment on conspiracy and bribery tied to alcohol bootlegging. He says the accusations are preposterous and false while recalling a twenty three year career on the city force.
Spartanburg S C February 25 Special Plans are under way for erecting suitable buildings for the Southern Home Institute for children established in the city a year ago. The home shelters 8% orphan children under its root. Rev Sam T Creech president is appointed by the Methodist conference. The orphanage is not denominational and relies entirely on voluntary contributions. It cares for children ineligible for other church orphanages and a real need is evident.
New York February 25 Officers and incorporators of the Liberty League of America an anti blue law organization were summoned to the district attorney office to explain the affairs of their association Assistant District Attorney Banton said he would question the league officers as to their alleged offer of 50 per cent commissions to solicitors in a membership drive.
Spartanburg February 25 Special Farmers in this section are exercised over the price of commercial fertilizers. They claim costs are not in step with lower prices of other goods. The fertilizer for a one horse farm is now about 3200, and with cotton prices in doubt this is seen as prohibitive.
A home remedy claim for catarrh offers a medicated smoke inhaled through a pipe or cigarette. The Dr Blosser remedy uses herbs and berries and supposedly reaches nose throat and lungs without tobacco residue. It is marketed as safe for women and children with a money back guarantee.
Jacksonville Florida February 25 Lieutenant William Coney trans continental flyer will be guest at a luncheon today for President elect Harding by 250 Jacksonville business men. He will leave this afternoon for Brunswick Georgia where he will be presented with a silver loving cup at a civic celebration. Coney will return next week and hopes to lower his record to under 22 hours and 7 minutes flying time between San Diego and Jacksonville with one stop at Dallas Texas if permission is received.
Notice filed with the Georgia Securities Commission by American Motors Export Corporation of Twecksonville Fid to offer 40 000 shares of common stock par value 10 each. Officers listed include H U Innes president B H Pratt Frank Kelsacker George P Mason and J William Johnson secretary treasurer all of Jacksonville Florida. Florida corporation with 5 000 000 authorized capital stock all common shares. Purpose to manufacture automobiles trucks and tractors and distribute them worldwide.
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