Phenomenal Rise in Atlanta Retail Sales in November 1915
Atlanta retail sales for November 1915 rose sharply, outpacing the same month in 1914 by a higher margin than any other city per the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World. The report, drawn from about 200 leading trade centers, highlights strong gains in clothing, department stores, hardware, and jewelry, with advertising activity linked to the improvements.
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Atlanta
Associated Advertising Clubs
United States
Thousands Attend Cooking School Crowd Enjoys Lessons
Thousands of women fill Taft hall for a cooking school session aimed at teaching modern housekeepers basic training once missing from homes. The program promises practical lessons, including fish and oyster dishes, potato creations, and dessert. Recipes highlight Mrs Wilson's cake and a menu featuring creole oysters and an asparagus loaf, with emphasis on serving, souvenirs, and home economics education.
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Taft Hall
Mra Wilson
Woodrow Wilson
Sugar Babe Sugar Arrest and Requisition Refusal in South Carolina
Courtney known as Sugar Babe faced extradition from the state after a $75 drafting fraud charge. Governor Nate Harrison declined to honor the South Carolina requisition, citing interstate extradition guidelines. The case concerns obtaining money under false pretenses and involved affidavits and a contested demand from South Carolina authorities.
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Courtney
Nate Harris
Richard I. Manning
South Carolina
Corry
Executive Mansion
New York
Conference of Governors
Spartanourg
Try 7 Substitute for Nasty Calomel in Dodson's Liver Tone
Local druggists report a drop in calomel sales as Dodson's Liver Tone gains popularity. The vegetable remedy is advertised as safe for children and adults, with a guaranteed money back offer if it fails to relieve liver issues and constipation.
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Dodson
Avery Druggiat
Dying at Home, Author of Grandfaint Clock Passes
The novelist and songwriter known for the tune Grandfaint Clock died at his home here at age years. Friends recall his prolific career and influence on regional music and literature, with tributes pouring in from local artists and readers.
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Nat K. Harris
NEW South Bakery
Atlanta, Ga
Rabun
U. S
Grocers
Curtice Brothers
Rochester, N. Y
Chamber of Commerce
The
Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Today
Karo
Corn Products Refining Company
Dept. TX
P.o.box
Betty Lyles Wilson
Osater Bloque
Sosson
Lucky
Samuel Lu
Atlanta Gas Light Company
Borden
Borden’s Condensed Milk Co
Dept. A
Hudson ST
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