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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1909
Page
7
A historical notice-like piece warns of kidney issues as the source of health troubles and promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy with free sample offers. It also includes mixed excerpts about corporate finance and a Theodore Roosevelt letter regarding legal action and executive authority.
Washington reports the naval affairs subcommittee plans hearings to explain why marines were removed from naval vessels and assess the cost difference. Marine officials claim staffing ships with sailors alone costs 647,000 more than a mixed crew, following the President’s order, with Secretary Newberry and Admiral Dewey summoned to testify.
Savannah Ga January 6 Bishop Benjamin Keiley will forward through church channels the collections to be taken up at all masses in local Catholic churches next Sunday for earthquake sufferers. It is expected the fund will be large. M Cafiero Italian consul here has sent $550 to Rome from local Italank and Greeke collections.
An advertising blurb touts Scott's Emulsion as warming and fortifying for nerves muscles and blood. It claims thin children gain weight rapidly and promises a free set of global handy aug books in return for four cents and the paper name and address.
Lexington county region reports a brutal attempted assault on Mrs. Thomas Wingard four miles north of Lexington. A negro allegedly captured and shot Sheriff P. H. Corley as pursuit followed. Townsfolk claim the suspect was lynched. Mrs. Wingard, 53, remains under physician care in a nervous state.
The land sale offers high prices, with no fictitious valuations. The state commission will not investigate unless a reasonable price is offered. No appointments of road supervisors will be made before March, though the law allows four appointees. many applications await the March meeting.
The Atlanta paper reports the sudden death of L Foster a 38 year old partner of Wood and Foster. He died at a private sanitarium after four weeks illness and an unsuccessful operation. Funeral arrangements in Rome Georgia with interment pending. Also noted are the deaths of William T Ellin and Ellen Stokes with funerals at Patterson Son chapel and Hollywood cemetery respectively. Stokes died by carbolic acid due to marital separation. Thomas H Morton, Ware County official and Confederate veteran, dies at Waycross. Funeral set for First Methodist Church tomorrow at 10 o clock.
All Trenton newspapers including The Evening Times The Daily State Gazette and The True American will raise the newsstand price to 2 cents starting February 1 due to higher costs for white paper and production. Publishers at a recent conference approved the plan.
The American Cotton Manufacturers Association will hold its next annual meeting in Richmond Virginia instead of New York. The executive committee also moved the annual gathering date from the third Wednesday to the fourth Tuesday in May and authorized the president to join a February Indianapolis tariff revision meeting with other groups.
The first sale of loose tobacco at Hopkinsville Kentucky since the night rider raid that destroyed a warehouse occurred today. About 86 000 pounds were bought at auction by the Imperial Tobacco Company the American Snuff Company and others. Another sale is set for this afternoon.
The well informed demand a simple pleasant and efficient liquid laxative of known value. The California Fig Syrup Co. offers Syrup of Figs with Elixir of Senna as a trusted remedy for family use. It emphasizes ethical sourcing and guarantees genuineness from the California Fig Syrup Co. with a price of 50 cents.
An advertising claim outlines Hood's Sarsaparilla as more than twenty ingredients aiding blood, stomach, liver and bowel troubles. It asserts relief from scrofula eczema anemia catarrh nervousness fatigue dyspepsia and loss of appetite and notes a liquid or tab form called Barestabs.
President Roosevelt called for amendments to the Interstate Commerce Act following the Harriman v. Interstate Commerce Commission ruling. He urged explicit power to subpoena witnesses and compel production of papers, plus authority to delay rate increases during investigations. The White House also noted an adverse senate report on Senator Fulton’s bill restricting rail rate hikes without notice.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges as a fast cure for foul breath. It claims charcoal neutralizes gases from impure stomach fluids and bad food, with a palatable honey mix to ease swallowing and a free sample offer by mail.
On January 6 in Flushing New York Thornton Halas faced cross examination in the murder case of Willam E. Annis. Prosecutor Darrin pressed for details while Halas admitted memory gaps. The testimony covered Halas guarding his brother, alleged threats, and remarks to Mrs Claudia Hains. The judge ordered evidence to be filed by next Saturday night.
The Atlanta Federation of Trades plans its annual officer election this month with William Van Houten expected to be named president to succeed Arthur Ardery. Van Houten, a leading Uren Moulders' Union member, is regarded as highly qualified and popular within the federation. January marks the 14th anniversary of the federation and a major celebration may be planned. Also reported is the January civil war pension warrants totaling 296,238 dollars paid to 17,270 survivors.
Money's Worth in a column titled Money's Worth discusses financial tips and value assessments. The piece mentions market prices, consumer guidance, and practical budgeting ideas aimed at readers seeking smarter spending. It reflects a 20th century newspaper tone with emphasis on frugality and informed choices.
North Avenue Presbyterian Church in Atlanta marked its tenth anniversary with a large gathering. Rev Richard Flinn presided as three speakers Dr Matheson Hull Orr and Dr Matheson spoke on church progress debts were discussed and a band performance followed a reception was held by church ladies. The speakers praised Pastor Flinn and urged continued focus on duties over ambitions.
The Grand audience roared as Francis Wilson dominated in When Knights Were Bold, delivering sharp monologue style humor and bright lines. Edna Bruns as Lady Rowena and Bertha Mann supported, with the company and scenic work praised. next dates feature Beresford and Braham at the Grand.
Miss Susie Giles daughter of the late Judge A. Giles of Perry Georgia died yesterday afternoon at 4 35 at her Harris Street home. Survived by mother Mrs Susan Giles two brothers Sam and Chariton Giles and sister Miss Mary Giles. The body will be moved tonight to Perry. Funeral services will be held there tomorrow at 3 00 PM at Ed Ragin’s residence with interment in Evergreen Cemetery in Perry.
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