Recall Election Next Wednesday in Atlanta
Voters in Atlanta will decide next Wednesday whether Mayor James G Woodward and five members of the board of police commissioners should be recalled for voting to demote ex Chief Reavers. The recall campaign centers around Asa G Candler and James LeKey among speakers. Polling places are listed by ward with several location changes noted. Registration stands at 12 523 including 348 Negroes and turnout is expected to be around 1000 if weather is favorable.
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Atlanta
Board of Police Commissioners
James G. Woodward
Wh P Fafu
James W. English
R. T. Pace
RC. Clarke
A. R. King
New Pastor of Second Baptist Greeted by Big Congregations
Dr Henry Alford Porter formerly of Dallas began his duties as pastor of the Second Baptist church in Atlanta with large crowds at morning afternoon and evening services. He urged living for unseen realities and cited Belg ium's spirit and Lanier in a sermon stressing faith courage and loyalty. He invited new members to join and received several during the day.
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Henry Alford Porter
Dallas
Atlanta
Second Baptist Church
Porter
Fernpe
Smingly
Lanier
Belgium
Apostle
Wagren
Central Presbyterian Church
John ©. Wilts
First Baptist Church of
Anderson
White
Hart County farmers vow no fertilizers this year
Hartwell Georgia January 2 Special The Farmers union of Hart county held a large meeting with officials from the Georgia union present. They resolved unanimously to use no fertilizers unless cotton rises to 15 cents or fertilizer prices drop. They also urged Congress to provide rural credits and discussed federal nitrate production projects to reduce fertilizer costs.
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Hartwell
Farmers Union of
Hart County
J. Brown
The
Georgia Union
Aso
Congress
Rain Soaks Sunday for Local Motorists
A heavy Sunday rain dampened plans for drivers and visitors in Atlanta. The forecast remained unsettled after a sunny morning, with continued wet weather expected into Monday as officials urged caution.
Platinum and Gold Jewelry Ad Promotes Values and Catalogs
A vintage advertisement touts platinum and gold jewelry, urging readers to visit for the latest lines and the greatest variety in the South. It highlights direct factory purchasing to save customers money, claiming 30 years of specialization and satisfaction. It invites readers to request a 1916 booklet titled Facts About Diamonds and a 144 page illustrated catalog.
Interesting Services Held At the First Presbyterian
The First Presbyterian church opened the year with a morning service led by Dr. Lyong, noting a sermon on This year also and the Lord's Supper. Thirty three new members were announced as a tribute to past leaders. He reflected on last year's dark events and praised church growth, missions, and endowment gifts to ministerial relief, with plans for 1916 emphasizing Bible study at home and catechetical training for children. The, congregation heard about a notable donation by Mr Inman to the ministerial relief fund and the goal of expanding church work and finances.
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First Presbyterian Church
Hyena
Europe
Nera
Diocletian
First Church
Samuel M Inman
C li Lewis
William Gensel
Te- Ward
Lyong
Chur
Fingh Inman
John W. Grant
Hugh Richardson
Dwara Inman
Southern Presbyterian Church
Watts
Durham
N.C
Elm
Yellet Fund
Hugh Inman
Eged
Toman
Start Week of Prayer at the First Baptist Church
The Woman's Auxiliary of the Fifth Baptist church begins a two day prayer observance today at 11 o'clock with a special program. A luncheon follows at 1 pm, and at 3 pm discusses speakers and the regular Token ceremony. All chairmen and members are urged to attend.
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THE
First Baptist
Fifth Baptist Church
Taéke
Fine Program Rendered At Free Organ Recital
A free organ recital presented by the Atlanta Music Festival Association at the Auditorium drew about 100 attendees despite rain. City Organist Charles A. Sheldon Jr and Trinity Church choir performed pieces including the Hallelujah Chorus from Messiah, earning warm applause. Sheldon received two encores for his splendid work.
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Atlanta Music Festival Association
Charles A.sheldon, Jr
Trinity Church
Trinity Choir
Brooks County Industrial Club Seeks New Quarters
In Quitman Georgia January the Brooks County Industrial Club under new management seeks new quarters as no vacant store exists in town. The club, now housed in the City Hall, faces relocation due to a release by other parties. It hopes to build its own facility later to prevent disruption.
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Quitman
Brooks County Industrial Club
Clug
Department Urges Motor Equipment for Fire Service
Fire Chief W B Cody urges replacing horse drawn gear with motor equipment to improve efficiency and reduce costs in the department. The annual report covers 1915 activity, noting 1,390 alarms, monthly breakdowns, and various causes from sparks to careless handling. Insurance figures and losses for buildings and contents are detailed, including total insurance and indemnities.
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Rand General Council
W. B. Cody
Cody
Otova
Hove
Installation Services Of Rev P M Watters Will Be Held
Rev Philip Melancthon Watters to be installed as president of Gammon Theological Seminary on Thursday at 10 AM. The Gammon refectory to be dedicated at 8 PM. Notable speakers include Governor Harris and college presidents from Allegheny, Drew, Morehouse, and Atlanta universities. Inauguration address by Watters. Trustees’ reception at 7:30 PM in the refectory. Annual meeting of Freedman’s Aid college presidents to follow.
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Philip Melancthon “Watters
D. D
Gammon Theological Seminary
Gammon Refectory
Governor Harris
William H. Crawford
Alleghenyy College
Meadville
Andrew Stedd
Candler School of
Lighthouse occupants found starved at Gulf lighthouse
New York reports that two men two women and three children were found starving at Triangle Lighthouse near the Yucatan coast in the Gulf of Mexico. A woman's body was discovered, and the ship Mexico found the crew had not seen a supply ship for over four months. Distress signals reading we are starving prompted rescue by the Mexico’s crew and surgeons who brought provisions. The Mexico notified authorities at Progreso.
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New York
Triangle Lighthouse
Yucatan Coast
Gulff of Mexico
Steatmship
Mexico
Progreso
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