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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1921
Page
4
The 1921 Carnegie library budget asks for 67015 to maintain new books and equipment and city library operations. The finance committee will review next Tuesday and urged additions if any, warning reductions harm the library’s role alongside schools and civic development.
A Constitution notice recounts how Decatur Georgia used widespread want ads in major papers to recruit for city manager. More than 500 responses poured in from across the nation, with many applicants citing education and experience.
The passage extols want ads as versatile and practical tools that reflect varied public needs. It notes the ads deliver timely opportunities for buying, selling, or employment, saving readers time and money while serving as a stepping stone to greater things.
A North Carolina movement seeks federal recognition and funding for a forest experiment station, ideally at Asheville, to conserve timber and water resources. The plan, backed by the North Carolina Press Association, argues forests are a key asset, depleting rapidly without scientific management, and urges additional stations in New England and the Gulf coast.
A jumble of clipped phrases from The Cameron area newspapers mentions spring hints, a first aid to farmers to dispose of surplus stock, a horse meat sale, and a light verse about joy and dancing. It cites The Kansas City Times The Cameron News Observer The Columbia Missourian and the Adams Enterprise in a chaotic collage of notes and ads.
A fragmentary verse following a motherly lullaby tone expresses inner yearning and rising strength. It references dreams, petals, dew, and a surge of joy becoming conquering power. The speaker questions how to share this act of love that heals the world.
An editorial lauds John P Fort for pioneering artesian water in Georgia and notes his impact on coastal counties. It describes plans, water analyses by Shorter College and Johns Hopkins, and the claim that artesian wells transformed Georgia’s water supply, citing Colonel Fort as a leading benefactor and example.
Senator-Elect Watson is highlighted as advancing through constitutional challenges and debates in a period-of-transition narrative. The piece notes ongoing discussions, with emphasis on legal interpretations and future legislative roles.
Washington January 9. Senator Elect Thomas E Watson of Georgia shares views that lawmakers are adopting on cabinet obedience to Congress and immigration controls. Senators Nan and Hull push to cut army size to 175000 while Baker seeks 87500000. Watson’s stance aligns across party lines. Ellis Island official Willis urges overseas screening and a coalition overseas to sift immigrants, with Watson’s recent suggestion gaining wide committee support.
A prominent Moose party led by Supreme Council officers including Darius A. Brown and William F. Browning arrives in Atlanta on a bid to study sites for a Mooseheart age home near the city. They be joined by local leaders and will attend a band recital and open meeting at the Auditorium plus tours of potential 500 acre sites in the south.
The speaker rejects autointoxication and argues that bowels failing to act due to anxiety causes symptoms. He criticizes liver tonics purifiers and urges avoiding unnecessary preliminary purging, noting laxatives do not cleanse the blood but only stimulate peristalsis.
Prominent surgeons from the Georgia section of the American College of Surgeons will attend a convention in Atlanta under the leadership of Sli-fay Canve. Rochester and others are invited. Mrs. vert B. Fhomton is listed among attendees.
A consolidated note from The Constitution Civil Code 1896 discusses implied warranties on land sales, quiet enjoyment, and damages. It cites cases including Georgia App and Supreme Court holdings on joint covenants, measure of damages for timber land fire loss, and treatment of dependence in homicide compensation. It surveys damages rules for contracts, builder timetables, and parental survivor claims in Georgia.
Miss Evelyn Barry of College Park hawthorne avenue and Dick Harper of Miami Fla were married by Rev Roberts at a College Park home Saturday night The ceremony was conducted in the minister home The couple plan to sail for Atlanta in a few days after the wedding trip
The Baptist Home Mission Board will convene in Atlanta on Tuesday morning for a special session. Members have arrived from various states to discuss activities of the Southern Baptist convention and related matters under board control.
In January a campaign to raise funds for the Holmes Institute continued as the new building was opened at Tabernacle Baptist Church. Rev. B R Holmes, president, urged that the institution provides education to colored children regardless of ability to pay. The facility will eventually accommodate 500 students, offering trades and citizenship opportunity. Rev C H Young urged colored citizens to support the institute, calling it a blessing to the race. Rev G Carter closed with notes on early education for colored youth.
Seventeen scouts are to appear before the honor court on January 10 to apply for merit badges. Listed are Jack Canch, Alfred Rusty, Billy Faith, Willams, W Gregory, John H Yt, Callinsworth, Hiram Allen, and Jac Hat. Topics include life saving, personal health, craftwork, animal first aid, automobiling, and physical development.
This excerpt outlines how the 1920 federal income tax applies to individuals and married couples, detailing normal tax and surtax calculations, the need for returns, forms 1040 and 1040A, exemptions and credits, and the distinction between allowable deductions and credits. It notes thresholds for net income, minor returns, and the effect of age and guardianship on filing requirements.
A fragmentary column by O Q McIntyre portrays late 19th century New York society. It lampoons thrift debates, mentions Ruby De Remer and Margot Asquith, profiles theatrical hits Irene Floradora and The Merry Widow, and recounts a New Year’s Eve salon anecdote ending with a champagne-soaked hat incident and a bootleg absinthe market note. It also notes high absinthe prices and a restaurateur’s shift to wealth amid prohibition.
Rain of Sunday ushers in a colder spell with damp conditions and a chill in the air. The forecast suggests more wintry weather ahead, prompting residents to brace for lower temperatures and heavier outerwear.
Yaarab temple recorder George E Argard urges today as the final chance to file Shrine class applications ahead of the ceremonial on Tuesday January 25. A dance at Fast Hall Thursday and a Wednesday January 15 dance at Droid Hillis Golf Club are announced as social events for Yaarab members and their guests.
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