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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1914

Page

6

Bank for Atlanta urged by Morgan at New York hearing

At a federal reserve hearing in New York Morgan and other bankers urged a regional bank serving the eastern district. They argued it should be large enough to command respect and represent substantial capital, with opinions split among secretaries and regulators on exact districts and locations.

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Bank of Crawfordville Stockholders Meeting Highlights

At the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Bath of Claveford Hill a dividend of 14 percent was declared and $40 priced to surplus and profit account. The old officers were re elected for the present year as follows James A Kendrick president TU Geritutth taser and Wh resistant cishier.

Crawfordvine Bath Claveford Hill Holden James A” Kendrick TU Geritutth Cishier

Herbert La Fevre: Expert Shot Becomes Atlanta Choir Singer

Herbert La Fevre, 22, marksman of the Twenty third Regiment New York National Guard and seven medal winner, has arrived in Atlanta and gained local distinction as a singer in the Atlanta All Saints church choir. He will sing next Sunday at AM Saints church. He has sung in many late churches across America and has a noted alto voice.

Herbert LaFevre Twenty-third Regiment New York National Guard City Atlanta All Saints LeFevre America AM Saints New York Peckskin O Veteran Association

Decatur Trade Board Elects New Officers

The Decatur Board of Trade elected officers for the new year without dissent. W J Dabney is re elected as president for a second term, MW G Hastings as first vice president, Ik H Wilson as second vice president, and W O H S Hamilton as third vice president. Directors named include Bayne Gib on, John A Montgomery, and G Scott Candler, with A Hegrman as treasurer. The article also notes 1914 accomplishments such as securing gas through Suburban Gas and Electric, gas rates aligning with Atlanta, free mail delivery, depot improvements, courthouse square beautification, paving and sidewalks, and several new Decatur firms, funded by substantial advertising efforts in Atlanta papers.

Decatur Decatur Board of Trade W J Dabney MW G Hastings Ik H Wilson Wide W Oh S Hamilton Wo Bayne John A Montgomery G Scott Candler Hegrman Suburban Gas and Electric Company Georgia Bulway and Power Company Atlanta Georgia Railroad

Athens Police Court Records Smash Inked in Ledger

In Athens Ga on January 6 a police captain notes the first recorder’s court will be held under a special act with Judge Sterling Price as the first recorder. The broken record reflects political change but no cases were scheduled for the mayor’s last day. police had already arrested eleven on state warrants.

Athens Goa Tins Rowe Sterling Price

Fire Nearly Destroys Home of R J Freeman in Decatur

A Decatur home of County Commissioner J T Erveman was almost destroyed by a late afternoon fire. The blaze started in the attic and damaged upper portions and the rear, while Mr Freeman and his wife were away. their children were home and onlookers helped save the household goods as the Decatur fire department fought the blaze with limited equipment.

Decatur Gounts J T Erveman Sheattic Ima Freeman Decatur Fire Department

Contempt of court hearing over Pulaski home sale in bankruptcy

Savannah January 6 report says Spr aalj Wood of Pulaski Ga faced contempt charges for not surrendering Pulaski home to the bankruptcy trustee. The trustee had sold the home for 1080 dollars. Wood claimed willingness to surrender but refused to vacate. Also notes Winslar Usry death and Vidalia figure John Faather. mentions Charles Mortner and family ties to Senator George T. Chamblanchot Port, plus a note about a man studying law in Washington DC.

Savannah Spraalj Wood Pulaski Ga Wachoawell Woods Pulask John Faather Tawa Vidalia Sable Charles Mortner Charles Chambaalanot Port Iand Jr United States George T. Chameclun Joatrur Washington DC

Champion statistician aids Georgia Chamber campaign

Tom M Morgen arrived to assist the State Chamber of Commerce in promoting diversified crops and Georgia food production. Formerly with the San Antonio Chamber, Morgen spoke to officials and staff, boasting figures on canned foods imports, dog ownership by race, and farm livestock, urging action to improve agricultural futures.

Champon Tom M Morgen State Chamber of Commerce Morgan San Antonio Chamber of Commerce State Chamber Georgia Florence Lwon Rick

Mortuary Drops Dead at Work and Other Obituaries

Multiple local obituaries note Andres Johnson dying at work in Atlanta machinery shop age 41 and funeral plans by Johnson family. John Bancroft of Bolton IA dies at 84 with funeral at Cine Memon church and interment at West View. Mrs J A Collins 79 of Catlinwood Park, survivor list includes three sons and three daughters, funeral from her home. Arderek Beam, Hell providence fire death, funeral scheduled. Annie A Ormond widow of Russell Ormond dies after illness, sister and aunt relations listed, funeral planned Wednesday.

Rome Gadani Speen J A Collins Weo Catlinwood Park Rome Wool Collins J B JT Collins JD Treidéawiy FC Wratt Mass Mattie Celuns Mace Annie A. Ormond Annie Austin Ormonu Russell Ormond Prite Nitarium Ilinessa Hf “Austin Inman Park Hdwim Austin

Coca Cola Salesmen Convene at Ansley Hotel

Coca Cola salesmen from across the region gather at the Ansley Hotel for a three day convention starting Thursday. The event features a banquet each day and is led by the southern sales manager who oversees the meetings.

Coca-Cola Ansley Coca Cola Company Ansie

Monkey Affection Aids Missing Master Case

A loyal monkey named Jumbo led police to a missing master, Joel Lunento, an Italian organ grinder, after witnesses reported the animal’s odd behavior and odor of crisis at 167 Decatur Street. Investigators believe Lunento was robbed and murdered, while Jumbo is now cared for by P. Fawright at the lodging house, awaiting discovery of Lunento’s fate.

Joel Lunento Decatur Street Italy Joel Jumbo Copecom Decatur Joel Lis Lodame Min Jum Sunny Ital Hia Lunanto Nht Fawright Jumbo Wit Tal

Cordele Citizens to Hear C J Haden Address

Cordele and Crisp county residents will host President Haden of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce for an upcoming address on a date to be announced. The visit, arranged by the Cordele Chamber of Commerce, draws interest from local and intercity business members awaiting key insights from the state chamber leader.

Cordele Gn Cspecial J Haden Georgia Chaber of Commerce Cordele Crisp County State Chamber Mraden Chambus of Commerce Intertate Cordele Commercial

Jonesboro City Council sworn in new members

On Monday night the following new members took the oath to serve on the Jonesboro city council for two years: Honrf Manson, War Reaves, and GDPD Medlock. The council includes Mayor Arche and holdovers Hutcheson, Camp, and Hanes, forming a strong body to guide the town’s destiny this year.

Tonesboro Jonesboro W Os “Arche Wo Hutcheson J . Hanes

Americus Bank Holds January Meeting Amidstock Changes

The Americus National Bank of Americus Ga reports its January meeting approved a 4 percent semiannual dividend and increased the surplus. The bank, along with several others in Americus, shows prospects with vaults around 3.11 million dollars.

Amuricus Amercoy Va Jenar Bank Americus al AmerGus Sears

Christmas Helper and Forgery in Court

Mrs Alexander ran a Lee street grocery and aided a Bluefield timekeeper, C H Waggener, with funds to buy a gift. She later learned the $100 check he offered as repayment was bogus, leading to forgery and charge proceedings in police court.

EB Alexander Alexander Lee Street C H Waggener Biue Field Southern Railway Blue Field Cinmers Ferries Vni

Oglethorpe plans discussed at Atlanta dinner meeting

Atlanta directors hosted by Oslethorpe supporters discussed university construction and fund-raising efforts at a Friday night dinner. Speakers praised progress toward the $250000 campaign and outlined plans to formalize the effort into a club with a constitution.

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Crowded Tax Office All Day With Tax Payers

An A. O. P. Stewart county tax collector is hiring extra staff to handle this month’s taxes. Tuesday’s workload filled the office from morning until night as residents stood in a long line to pay taxes or check their records on property owned.

Stewart County Leoment Son

Child Injured as Large Tree Falls on Man

A child is badly injured after a large tree collapsed onto him in a Bethlehem area incident on January 6. The victim, Leo Daniel Get, an inmate at Bethesda, was pinned beneath the tree and later admitted to hospital with a broken right arm and internal injuries. Police and rescuers responded to the scene as the boy’s condition was reported critical.

Suannah Leo Daniel Bethesdame O

Schoolgirl Murder Rocks Boston Suburb Roadside

A 118 year old girl from Livie McAgins school was found murdered along a roadside northeast of Boston after failing to return home from school. Authorities report stabbing and a deep cut. a search followed her disappearance.

Aston Livie McAgins Boston

Widow awarded damages in fatal case against father in law

Dalton on January hearing Mrs Hewlett Davis sued Robert Davis over the killing of her husband. The court awarded the widow 4000 dollars. The father-in-law is serving a four year sentence for the death. The case involved requests for additional sums under a pending application for 711 dollars. Governor Slaton was cited in the context of potential clemency or action.

Dalton Hewlett Davis Lax Robert Davis Cluck Milledgeville Fris Sons Sult Davis Hss Don Geveror Slaton

Judge Speer’s Counsel Prepares for Probe in Macon

Macon Ga January 6 special 1 counsel for Judge Speer who will look after his interests in coming investigation have held a conference and considered course they will follow congressional committees will come to Macon to take testimony Sessions will be held in United States courtroom Judge Speer will attend and his counsel will have privilege of cross examining those who testify other counsel named include Andrew J Cole of Atlanta T A Callan of Augusta Nicolas Taney of Macon and ICT Aubrey of Texas

Macon Fmory Spier Danni Maton United Sites Tidge Speer Beaven Rose Tudwe Speer Andrew J Colet Ataens Tubne T Callan Sy Augusta Nicolas Taney Ict Aubrey Texas Tuege Speer

Husband Seeks Divorce After Wife Flees Atlanta Case

Terrence Metall of Atlanta filed for divorce against Mattie Metal in superior court alleging desertion. He says they were married five years and that three years ago she left for parts unknown, seeking total separation.

Terrence Metall Atlanta Mattie Metal Phe Hushani Lete

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Bank For Atlanta Georgia City Great Reserve Bank Bank of Crawfordville Herbert la Fevre Herbert LA Tevre Decatur Trade Board R. J. Freeman John S. Boatner M. Rich & Bros. CO Nainsoak Suis and Nainsouk Iaamaam Rich & Bros. CO RAAM Tom M. Morgan Andrew J. Johnson Andres Johnson Atle Furkert Dimmons Chapel Rosmith Mary Johnson Fee Fog George Tohnson John W. Bancroft John Wo Jancott Bolton Ua Mevonald Miss Putincroft Irs George Bo Bancoft George BR Alvert Bancroft Atlinti Hermin Bancoft York Pa Miss Cine Memon Aline J. A. Collins L. H. Elletzal Terigerce Clark Street Jos IL Frederick Beam Arderek Beam Morris We LT Weltonnell Tagh Price Weat Waw Cemetery Monkey Grinder C. J. Haden Jonesboro City Americus National Bank O. Henry Story Broyles Oglethorpe Sal CA Ford Water Company Prachiser Bureet Detroit Fritz Wagener Atlante Judge Speer Hubby Lodge Malta Walthr Ro Bushel Frid Gibbs Tisan Burr Council Mason Jinuays Dent Sam Uo le Lardilis Tsuna Rar David Shuwardr Virwe Kinery Moore Land Tor Susst Moore David MW Moe Oelnek Indan Russell Dave Ereshon Houtantsen West View Meters Ormond Tbs HOOP Bey Steet Teton Waller Rey Barclay & Brandon CO Funeral Directors Ivy Street Corner Baker Alto Opie Deve Habib Jax Ssoferium Bock BM Woolley Victor Samiteriuss Adare Peachtree West Peachtree Streets Peachtree Street Forrest George Adair Edgewood Avenue Edgeseed Corner Bell Street John J. Woodside Bell Ivy Distimeine Foote & Davies Company Edgewood and Pryor S. Rivers Realty Co Pryor Street Mos Hett Ind Eh Jeage Wilkinson Phong Eye Asa G. Candler Zaz Candler
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