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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1921

Page

10

Drop Indicates Coal Prices May Stall Further

A telegram to The Constitution from Senator William M Calder shows that Atlanta coal prices could stall further downward as witnesses testified before the national reconstruction committee that bituminous coal can be purchased at almost any price at the mines.

Atlanta The Constitution Willam M. Calder National Reconstruction Committee Calder Tha- Eliye Senate Froges

Better Than Whiskey Aspironal Elixir for Colds Debuts

An advertisement touts Aspironal as a superior cold and flu remedy with immediate relief in two minutes. It claims endorsement by European and American army surgeons, guarantees refunds if relief isn’t felt, and urges druggists to stock the product with instructions for quick dosing and family use.

Coal Prices and Wage Debates Stir National Markets

Prices for coal rise from mine to retail amid reports of ample supply on buyer terms, while reform discussions focus on wage reductions. Railway wage board remains in operation with limited enforcement power, as companies consider private handling of labor disputes.

Gordon Plans Revenue Bond Alternative for Schools

R A Gordon of the Fourth Ward proposes binding the council to rescind the emergency tax if a bond issue passes, or keep the tax if bonds fail. He argues the plan would provide needed funds for schools and entice voter support for bonds, potentially curing financial ills temporarily.

Ing. Dass General Council Ita R.A. Gordon Corneliman

Leaders to Fight Wage Reductions at A B and A

Labor and management clash over proposed wage cuts at the A B and A railroad after federal aid withdrawal. President Bunge released figures showing monthly operating losses near 100000 and an annual wage bill around 2400000, with payroll reduced from 4200000 in 1920 and negotiations continuing via written notices to employee committees.

B. I. Bunge The One Big Line Gince

Balloonists' perilous voyage ends in bush near Moose Factory

Three American naval servicemen launched a balloon from New York on a Monday afternoon. A gale carried them far off course, landing in the Nicholson's Creek bush by Tuesday afternoon. One man arrived in underwear, worn and torn, with two carrier pigeons aboard. They were rescued by Tom Mark and Hudson Bay Company teams. The balloon, valued around 55000, was abandoned but may be recovered with silk tent remnants. Mr Hinton, a trans Atlantic flyer, says this is his first balloon experience. Revillon Freres notes its Moose Factory post near the Hudson Bay Co.

Tvas Thomas Mark Middleboro Naval Service New York United States Nicholson's Creek Tom Hudson Bay Company Mr. Gandot Hudzon ‘Bay ‘Company Bicat Hinton Flrat My. Revillon Revillon Freres Moose Factory Hudson Bay ‘Company

Witnesses clash over high prices and tariff bill details

The hearing heard from George D. Briggs on vegetable oils and peanut producers while representatives from Shoop and Wool Bureau and others argued tariff bases. The committee discussed changes to levy methods and maintenance of duties on cotton and related products, amid concerns of job losses and industry impact.

George D. Briggs National Shoop Wool Bureau Representa_tive Astergren Wilites Olle Rad

Government faces huge tax refund in ore lands case

Arguments opened in the invested capital suit over La Belle Iron Works. Government says increased land value since 1904 is taxable profit. company argues invested capital equals current value, seeks refund of taxes. Briefs filed by Long-Hell Lumber and others show broad business interest in the outcome.

Washington Su- Yrame Sollester General Frierson la Belle’ Iron Works Bureau of Internal Revenue Thoss Long-Hell. Lumber Company Kansas City National Lumber ‘Manufacturers’ Association Kgengas City Structural Steel Company Ora Lands Frierson -Aald

Milligan Pushes Conscientious Objector Care Bill

Congressman Milligan seeks information from the adjutant general on changing status and discharge for conscientious objectors. He notes veterans who fought wore uniforms home and criticizes civilian clothing grants while a $60 bonus is mentioned. The American Legion backs the bill, with national commander B. W. Galbraith saying it should have been introduced earlier and will gain veteran support.

Iam Milligan

Funeral for Gwena Johnson Held in Atlanta

The funeral of Gwena Johnson, a prominent Atlanta attorney, who died Thursday of pneumonia, was conducted Friday at 8 pm at the residence with Dr. Henry Alford Porter presiding. Interment followed at West End with an honorary escort from the Atlanta Bar Association and others.

Gwena Johnson Atlanta Henry Alford Porter Second Baptist Church West En Atlanta: Bar Association Psps Sitka

Triplets born in Atlanta to Mrs South names sought

A 1921 tale from Atlanta notes Mrs. South gave birth to triplets, two girls and a boy, as the new year began. The family, including 16 children in all with eight living at home, plans names for the trio while pride over their cheerful nature grows.

Atlanta South Tony Ruth Jewel Iment Ag Aindt Ome Tease Virginia Elmour Loftis Que Louis Eva Evainow W. H. Swatny Rwo Nowspayer Mra Lares Penates Olivia Vivian Oliver Marjorie Martha Marvin Clarice Clara Clarence Mary Miriam Marion

Atlanta pastors urge city aid for Carnegie Library

Atlanta ministers and residents press city council for a substantial 1921 appropriation to maintain the Carnegie Library. Drs Ashby Jones Wilmer Porter and J Sprole Lyons cite city pride justice and business sense, warning neglect would harm Atlanta's intellectual power and welfare.

Atlanta Carnegie Library Unios City’ Council Carnegie Atlante Algo ‘Baen B- Wilmer Henry Alford Porter Failura J. Sprole Lyons

Committee to Visit Cuba From Senate

Washington January 7 Conditions in Cuba, already drawing White House and State Department attention, prompt the Senate Committee on Cuban Relations to visit the island at once. Senator Knox leads the delegation with Johnson of California as chair. session to consider the matter will be called immediately. Members McCormick Underwood and Dial accompany.

Cuba Senate Washington Wilson State ‘Department Lgland Knox Penni-sylvania Atap Johnson California McCormick Tulinola Underwood Alabama Dial South Caroling

Coal profiteering probe dominates Senate debate

Washington discussed the coal profiteering inquiry as Senator Calder announced the investigation’s evidence was turned to the justice department. Kenyon of Iowa and Sutherland of West Virginia weighed in on high coal prices, while Borah and others pressed for broader action. Calder said legislation to prevent a repeat was being prepared and next week would start further inquiries into coal distribution and war department purchases.

Washington Senate Calder Justice “Department Sshater Kenyon Towa Sutherland West Virginis Borah Republican Idaho Calderat Kanyon War Department Smodt Utah

Buffalo to Atlanta Air Trip Sets 1000 Mile Path

J W Deming of Buffalo completed a circuitous Buffalo to Atlanta flight lasting about ten hours with fuel stops in Detroit Cleveland and Dayton. He piloted a model J N machine of 120 horsepower, averaging over 100 mph including refueling pauses, and reported no mishaps. He planned to depart Atlanta for New Orleans.

Curtias Buffalo N. Y J. W. Deming Atlanta Deming Detroit Cleveland Dayton Meade New Orleans

Convicted Black man guarded after Camden sentencing in New Jersey

In Camden County William Palmer, a Black man, was sentenced to eighteen to twenty seven years after confessing to confronting a woman and her daughter near Fisher Station. He was indicted earlier and captured by an armed posse with police dogs at Chestshurst. Authorities threaten reprisals against Black residents ordered out of Camden county by Chestshurst farmers.

Camden N. J Faruary William , Flamer Fisher Station Flamer Tha- Camden Camden County Chesslhurst

Georgians in Washington Pursue Chestatee Mining Claim

In Washington today are William Sheley Boward and George Pratt among Georgians active in the Chestatee Mining Company claim against the United States government for development of capirites mined during the war, valued at about 600060 dollars.

Washington Wiliam Sehley’ Bowerd George Pratt Chestatee United States

Omega Psi Phi Convention Set for Atlanta in December

The Omega Psi Phi fraternity plans its national convention in Atlanta in December. Details on dates and events are to be announced.

Omega Psi-Phe Atlanta Omega Pat Phi Bear

Fragmentary OCR Item Heads to Clarification

The readable text fragment hints at a meeting or vote related to a bureau or division but is too garbled to identify names, dates, or location. It suggests an agenda point or procedural step awaiting clarification from the original source.

Fragmentary OCR Teases Local Contest Outcome

Partial text hints at a contest involving a city and work related to New York. Readable entities include a city and year segment, but exact event, participants, and results remain unclear due to damaged wording.

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