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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1916

Page

12

Social items note multiple returns and visits around town

Mrs W W Austell has returned from four months visit in the west. Mrs Sylvester confined at home due to illness. Mrs George Sharpe recovered from grip and outings resumed. Mr Joseph Whitehead to return Sunday to Yale. Miss Margaret McCarty to return to New York school week end. Mrs Mary C Crabtree to Atlanta January 66 for Lumberton NC to visit son Fred A Crabtree at Thompson hotel. Mr Rutherford Lipscomb and Miss Virginia Lipscomb in Philadelphia. Miss Ann Patterson returned to Weicesler. Miss ElizaD M TM Blalock to return work. Mr CP Whitehead to return to New Haven Sunday. JH Bibb and children back at 121 East North Avenue from Charlotte NY visiting grandparents during holidays. Mr and Mrs [unreadable] returned from [unreadable]. Mr Lawrence Tompkins to Tenn for a month then to New York art school. Miss Nel Choate returned Tuesday to Holling College. In Virginia the luncheon for Mrs S T Connally birthday was called off due to Mrs Brown illness. Mr William Grant and Mr Robert Madox Jr to return Sunday to Hotchkiss. Mrs C L Fries of Dunia Gorda Florida guest of Mrs G H Brandon at West End. Mr Brandon to accompany her to Florida for visit.

George Sharpe Joseph Whitehead Yale Margaret McCarty New York Mary C Crabtree Atlanta Lumberton Fred A Crabtree Thompson Hotel CP Whitehead New Haven JH Bibb East North Avenue Charlotte RF “Mason Lawrence ‘Tompkins Tenn, Jo Reynold Kirby - Brith Nel Choate Holling College Virginia Blair Brown T. Connally Brown William Wiser, Jr William Grant Robert Madox, Jr Hotchhisa Ahoot C L Fries Dunia Gorda Pia G H Brandon Weat End Florida Brandon

Glennville Officials Formally Sworn In

Glennville officials sworn in today by Judge E J Knight include mayor Br oB W Vords and councilmen De S F smith Tmh berry and RO Deloach After organizing they elected W Ho Surreyey chief of police O Wa ters mayor pro tem J D Bradley Alerted by ceremony the men assumed duties and names were recorded as city officers

Glennie Celal E J Knight

Dr Borges to Speak in Decatur Sunday at Methodist Church

Dr atham EK Borges former chancellor of the University of Georgia will address Colonel George M Napier Bible class next Sunday morning at 10 o clock at the Methodist church in Decatur corner Sycamore and BarTy streets. All who attend are assured of an interesting and instructive address by this distinguished scholar.

Atham EK Borges University of Georgia George M Napier Methodist Church Decatur Sycamore Bar- Ty Streets

Atlanta Streets to Undergo Major Paving Project

The annual report of retiring chair man B. Turman announced a city wide street program. Newly elected chair man W Tom Winn and vice chair T. J. Hightower will lead a plan including resurfacing Peachtree Street to Buckhead and Pryor Street to Lakewood, paving Campbellton Road, Mason and Turner roads, Gordon Road, Tenth Street, K finla Avenue and Ponce de Leon Avenue among numerous projects. The city cleared a $500,000 debt from 1914 and paid recent year debts. the courthouse debt remains with a $9,600 heating installation involved.

B. Turman W Tom Winn T. J. Hightower Oscar Mis Public Works Committee Peachtree Street Buckhead Pryor Street Lakewood Campbellton Road Ben Hill Tenth Street Kfinla Avenue Ponce de Leon Avenue

Atlanta Cold Wave Predicted With Mild Georgia Impact

Weather forecast notes fair conditions in Atlanta today while a severe storm pack moves over the upper Great Lakes with low pressure. Temperatures plunge to 42 degrees below zero in parts of Canada as a rapid cooling trend heads toward the southern states, expected to soften by the time it reaches Georgia.

Atlanta Kormia Wall United States Upper Lakes Green Bay Sault Ste Marie Canada Georgia Atlantic

Committees Appointed on County Commission

The newly elected chairman W. Tom Winn appointed the county board committees yesterday morning. Finance and legislation led by Hightower with Turman. Minn aling and juveniles led by Gilbert with Winn and Turman. police and sanitation led by Sinn with Gilbert and Mila. public buildings led by Turman with Mills, Hightower. public works led by Mills with Hightower and Gilbert.

W. Tom Winn Hightower Turman Gilbert Winn Sinn Mila Mills

Lebanon Lodge to Confer Master’s Degree at Red Men’s Hall

Lebanon Lodge will confer the master’s degree on a large class of candidates Thursday night at 7:30 in the Red Men’s Hall on Central Avenue. This marks the first time the degree is being given in the lodge’s history, with the hall used temporarily until the new temple is completed.

Lebanon Central Avenue

German Consul Must Buy Auto License in Atlanta

The Georgia state officials rejected a German consul's claimed treaty exemption from automobile license tax. Secretary of State Phil Cook and Governor's office referred the matter to Assistant Attorney General Mark Boldin, who found no basis for an exemption since auto use on public highways did not exist when the treaty was drafted. The German consul agreed to pay for a license tag, but had not yet requested one by late Wednesday.

Atty Georgia United States Germany Atlanta Mueller Phil Cook Cook Mark Boldins Bolding Secretary of State

Inauguration Services For Dr Philip Watters Today

The Gammon conference marks the inauguration of Dr Philip J M Watters as Gammon Theological Seminary president. Morning procession at 10, dedication in the refectory, and trustees reception. Notable speakers include Bishop William F Thirkield and Dr W Crawford.

Gammon Conference Philip JM. Watters Gammon M W. Dogan Wiley University Marshall Texas Watters Willian Fr Anderson W FP Thirkield W Crawford Gammon Theological Seminary W. P. Thirkield New Orleans Freedmen’s Aid Society F. D Leete Atlanta Thomas Nicholson Board of Education Methodist Episcopal Church Clark University Dogan Megroes L. M. Dunton J. °.Hill Morristown Industriad

Special Matinee Of Damaged Goods For Students

A special matinee of Damaged Goods is planned for college and high school students at the Lyric theater next Saturday at 3 15 PM. Manager Greathouse says teachers from public and private schools have visited to inspect the Brieux film drama to decide if student attendance is appropriate. The seven reel film has drawn teachers and audiences in Atlanta, with officials noting its value for young viewers.

Lyric Theater N. A. Greathouse Avanta

John L. Tye Jr Joins Family Law Firm

John L. Tye Jr becomes associated with Tye Peeples and Tye Jr to practice law starting January 1. He prepared at Morrisown New Jersey, studied at the University of Virginia, and earned his law diploma from the University of Georgia, entering his career under favorable prospects with his father’s firm.

John L. Tye, JR NOW Tye, Peeples & Tye Jr Tye Morrisown N. J University of Virginia University of Georgia

Decatur Committee Plans Beautification Campaign

The city planning committee of the Decatur Board of Trade announces a campaign to develop and beautify Decatur. Chairman Charles D. McKinney lists members including L. J. Steele Scott Candler J. O. Bell JP Hopking Ro 3 Freeman E. E. Treadwell W. H. S. Hamilton H. L. Parry G. B. Scott H. G. Hastings P. L Weekes J. A. McCrary J. A. Hall R. Eve TC. Jackson J. E. Bodenhamer Guy Webb Wiley S Ansley J. BR. Black W. C. McLean J. 4. Campbell A. L. Brooks J. D. M. Armistead N P Pratt RE Carroll W. J. Dabney OF Kauffman E. H. Wilson Bayne Gibson George Whitman T-3. Hodges H. M. Stanley Thomas L. Cooper William Alden Hooper Alexander PM Peter Woman's auxiliary includes Mrs. P. Callahan Mrs. H. G. Hastings Mrs W. H. S Hamilton and Mrs H. L. Parry.

Charles D. McKinney Deeatur Board of Trade Decatur L. J. Steele Scott Candler J. O. Bell JP . Hopking Freeman E. E. Treadwell W. H. S. Hamilton H. L. Parry G. B. Scott H. G. Hastings P. L Weekes J. A. McCrary J. A. Hall R. Eve TC. Jackson J. E. Bodenhamer Guy Webb Wiley S Ansley J. BR. Black W. C. McLean Campbell A. L. Rooks J. D. M. Armistead N P Pratt RE. Carroll W. J. Dabney Kauffman

First Committee Meeting Set by Decatur Board of Trade

The Arst committee members listed include H. Jeter Mra A J Brooks Mrs Don Donaldson Mra J A McCrary Myre WwW H Cantrell Mrs William Alden and Mrs J R Black. The first committee meeting is scheduled for Monday night next week at o clock in the Decatur Board of Trade office.

H. Jeter A. J. Brooks Don Donaldson J. A. McCrary Myre H. Cantrell William Alden J. R. Black Decatur Board of Trade

Persea Day Promotes Harmony With Nature and Wheat

An announcement promoting harmony with nature and health through Shredded Wheat. It champions the simple elemental food as digestion friendly and nutriment rich, recommending breakfast with hot milk or cream, banana slices, or other fruit. Produced at Niagara Falls, N.Y.

Niagara Falls

Mrs Wilson’s Lectures Across America Prove Her Talent

Mrs Wilson has lectured and demonstrated coast to coast with widespread acclaim. Testimonial letters and abundant press comments attest to her engaging ability and lasting impact across the nation. Hear her first lecture and you will not miss a single one of them.

Atlanta Dealers Offer Miniature Exposition With Free Samples

Beautifully decorated booths display merchandise and food products by Atlanta's best dealers. The event promises a splendid miniature exposition with many manufacturers and dealers distributing free samples and souvenirs.

Atlanta

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