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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1916
Page
2
Mrs J A Windham, 32, of 48 Kirkwood Avenue, attempted suicide by swallowing tincture of iodine after a disagreement with her husband. The couple was with her on the Grady Hospital ambulance trip where he declined to explain the quarrel’s cause.
An old ad urges girls and women to take Cascarets for constipation and associated symptoms. It promises liver and bowel cleansing, clearer complexion, energized feeling, and a rosy glow, claiming the product is safe for all ages and effective for feverish or bilious symptoms.
Advertisement urges prompt attention to healthy living and fresh air as a complement to medical care for tuberculosis. It touts Newtonian tonic Alterative as safe, non habit forming, claiming it boosts general strength and upbuilding during recovery, with endorsements from a Philadelphia lab and Atlanta retailer.
Mr and Mrs C A Donehoo observed their fortieth wedding anniversary on December 23 at daughter Beulah D Mansion’s home in West End. He served as justice of the peace in Adamsville district, on the county education board, and in sheriff’s office, later aiding funeral directors. They have eight children including O Donehoo, L Vo Donehoo, Beulah D Manston, Paul, F Donehoo, HB Bankston, Roy, and A T Fulham.
Fulton county legislator Walter Andrews announced intent to introduce a medical certificate requirement for marriage licenses after viewing the Brieux drama Damaged Goods at the Georgian theater. He called for strong eugenics laws to protect future generations and said he will study proposals for next year’s legislature. The film drew steady crowds and will run at the Georgian beyond the week, a rare exception alongside Birth of a Nation.
Liembrook is slated to arrive in Atlanta on Tuesday to assume the management of the local branch of the International Harvester Company. The move follows the naming of Lacmibrook as manager to replace Woof Hollanga, who will transfer to Spring and Remen.
Advertisement touts TIZ as the cure for tired feet from standing all day. It claims instant pain relief for corns callouses and bunions, reduces swelling, and keeps feet in perfect condition. A 25 cent box promises a year of comfort with easy purchases at druggists and stores.
Dr Henry Alford Porter arrives in Atlanta to lead Second Baptist Church. A day of events includes a 9:40 Sunday school talk, 11 a.m. sermon, afternoon musical program, and a reception for members and friends. Evening services feature Porter at 8 p.m. with planned open house receptions Tuesday and Wednesday.
In Gordon on January 1 a heated mayor and aldermen race ended with Dr E Evans elected mayor by a large majority over Judge G B Carswell and JF Jackson. Aldermen chosen were J W Brooks, Nelson J H Pagette, J JS Miller, and HR Owens.
The Atlantic Evangelical Ministers association will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday at 10 30 am at the Central Congregational Church. Notification cards for 1916 have not been printed, so personal notification to each member cannot be sent as usual.
Continental Trust company plans to establish branch offices in Cuba, South America, and Mexico in time, says Joseph Hurt, largest stockholder. Formed after a 6000 share private subscription at 25 each, capital 500000 and surplus 125000. First year dividends, semiannual 2 percent, and a 4th cent annual dividend of 5 percent recently paid. Company occupies Hurt building temporary quarters, leased to General Reserve Bank in 1914 for three years. January statement to reveal more financial details.
Superintendent J D Patterson of the Atlanta Joint Terminals announced two personnel changes. RTL Mack becomes assistant superintendent and chief clerk. I G McCool is named local freight agent succeeding C S Raven, who moves to other duties.
The Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic launches a new sleeping car service this evening departing Terminal station at 10 30 pm. The resort city Hampton Springs draws many visitors annually and reservations signal strong patronage for this addition.
Designers and painters transformed the Terminal station waiting area into a palatial room with color. Stained glass at the windows end skylights and gleaming woodwork along walls and ceilings feature distinctive upper-panel designs.
Atlanta water quality shows no rise in bacterial count after 43 analyses. Fly control and sanitary cooperation reduced fly numbers and typhoid cases. Mosquito extermination urged earlier in the year. Twelve hookworm specimens were tested with no spinal fluid meningitis samples. Diphtheria bacillus found in 135 of 1269 cultures, down from 1914.
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