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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1921
Page
9
Dividend notice shows Bedford Mills issuing cash dividends totaling 522,098 with per share amounts of 4 1/2 to 6 2/3 cents. The document lists par value and per share distribution across the quarter, reflecting standard corporate payout procedures.
An old advertisement promotes Gude's Pepto Mangan claiming to build red blood cells and restore vigor. It emphasizes fatigue relief for common ages, cites two forms liquid and tablets, and urges consulting a physician if no improvement. The copy highlights the product as a means to achieve healthier blood and overall vitality.
Milwaukee December 31 Giovanni Costello Italian radical and ex convict named by Eric Lundblad prisoner at Waupun as having possible knowledge of the Wall Street explosion in which over thirty were killed and many injured. Lundblad said Costello cursed Wall Street and threatened to blow up police stations. Warden Henry Town of Waupun denies the claim and says prisoners often make statements to aid police. Investigators check the story while Lundblad, an inmate in 1916 in Massachusetts, had been friendly with Louis Costa. Costa, arrested for breaking into a church, was paroled and later re arreste d. authorities note potential links but progress is slow.
In McKeesport a proposed movement by the McKeesport Ministers Association seeks approval to ban Sunday funerals. Ministers argue Sunday services force many workers to labor while others would be off. Richland cemetery near McKeesport supports the initiative by barring Sunday funerals, per city reports from Pittsburg dated December 31.
Samuel Gompers issues a New Year message to American workers via The Federationist. He warns of a broad labor threat from the open shop and efforts to undermine collective bargaining through government boards. He cites wage cuts, production disruption, and rising unemployment as dangers facing democracy and labor in the coming year.
Three Harvard students Cook 23 from Duluth Morris bore 22 of Chicago and Ben Schienman Detroit, vanished during a dawn ascent of Mount Washington. Lucien Strauss witnessed their start and alert authorities as a cold frost settled over the White Mountain range. A large Boston search party arrived, vowing to pursue the missing trio until located amid freezing conditions and scant supplies.
In Cleveland on December 31 two W. W. Sly Foundry officials Wilfred Bly president and George F. Fanner superintendent were killed by five payroll bandits who robbed them of 4200 dollars and fled. The pair were returning from a bank when their car was forced into a railing and the bandits opened fire. Bly died instantly and Fanner was killed as they tried to resist.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered Western Union Telegraph to credit tolls through postal channels, deeming it improper to extend credit on messages tendered outside the Postal system. The commission warned that if Western Union doubts Postal responsibility it may require bonding or other surety.
December 3 Fort Worth Texas J O Hugsell an express messenger burned to death early today in a blaze that destroyed the Mansion Hotel a Fort Worth landmark and damaged adjacent buildings on Meth and Commerce streets The loss was estimated at 250000 dollars and flood of debris noted
Director of the Bureau of Mines Cottrell presented his resignation to President Wilson today as Secretary Payne forwarded the action from Oakland California. Payne recommended that H Foster Dani of California be appointed to the vacancy.
Rep Huddleston announced a $250000 push in Congress to exterminate the Mexican bean beetle amid widespread crop damage in Alabama. The plan, supported by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and federal officials, would fund a campaign to eradicate the pest and protect crops this year.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announced a mutual working agreement with engine and train service employees to settle future labor differences. If upheld in spirit, it should prevent strikes affecting train operations on the system. The accord followed three weeks of meetings between management and employee representatives beginning December 31.
Dr. Julio Bianchi, Guatemalan minister to the United States, spoke to the American Association for the Advancement of Science in Chicago about Guatemala's wealth and resources. He predicted improved conditions in Guatemala, with democratic reforms ending revolutions and wars. He praised government cooperation and citizens' commitment to national service, whether Guatemala acts alone or with Central American allies.
Five suspects, all former sailors, were arrested after appearing at the American Railway Express office to claim a package containing about $72,000. The money, reportedly stolen from the U S destroyer Satterlee in the Norfolk navy yard, was recovered. The arrests were made today following the claim attempt, with the package consigned under the name Walter Johnson.
A court order by Justice Siddons enjoined a general from releasing records tied to the selective service act. It hinged on public policy and a Mary H Walsh affidavit in a divorce suit, while President Wilson’s pledge to keep certain service information confidential was cited as a moral obligation to wives and relatives.
Army aviators await a 24 hour coast to coast attempt from Jacksonville to San Diego, with stops at Houston and El Paso. Lt Alexander Peterson will pilot one plane from Jacksonville to San Diego, while a second aircraft will depart San Diego for Jacksonville. The 2079 mile route tests the first transcontinental speed record in 24 hours or less. Pearson to rebuild a DeHaviland for the flight and plans to start February 22. Also notes Nashville leader Sam H Orr dies suddenly at his country home after health declined.
Fragmentary note shows references to a mistrial in the Bannon trial and a judge's decision to retry if needed. Mentions prosecutors Edw. Stanton and Rolpha Basking and a deadline at midnight. Context suggests ongoing court actions with possible retrial depending on proceedings.
Washington December 312A reports the Smoot Reavia bill becoming law without the president's signature. The measure creates a congressional committee to study reorganization of government departments. Officials say a copy was mislaid in executive offices or a department, with plans to sign the bill and duplicate copies requested for filing.
The president signed a bill extending the deadline for mining claim work by six months, allowing claim holders to file with county recorders to claim exemptions. The extension, effective upon his signature, affects western mint claim holders who had faced a midnight deadline and prompted inquiries from lawmakers.
London reports that twenty two nations have argued the protocol for the permanent court of international justice. The protocol requires ratification by twenty four nations represented in the league assembly for the court to take effect. Portugal Switzerland Denmark and El Salvador are among signatories. A Roanoke Virginia item notes a preliminary hearing was waived in a separate matter.
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