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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1900

Page

2

Mitchell Post Favors the Park in Atlanta

The O M Mitchell post of the Grand Army of the Republic adopted resolutions endorsing a national military park at Peachtree Creek battle sites in Atlanta. Department Commander Alexander Mattison announced plans to pursue similar actions at the department encampment in March. Installations and speeches followed, including humorous recitations by Lucius Perry Hills and a remark by Chaplain Orville Nave.

O. M. Mitchell Grand Army of the Republic Aia Department Alexander Mattison Ukety Ishabiteh National Military Park Atlanta Peachtree Creek Ita Mattison National Park Movement South New South James P. Arvill Charles P. Watson Charles R Haskins Lucius Perry Hills School For Scandal Tupper Orville Nave

Conklin and Clayton Win In City Billiards Tournament

Last night at Jack Wilson's billiard room two matches drew a large crowd. Smith Clayton defeated O K Alcorn 100 to 70 at 100 handicap while Tom Conklin beat Hal Morrison 100 to 56 after Morrison began strong. Clayton's performance in the opening game was among the best seen on the large tables. The tournament tightens as it advances toward a close finish for first honors.

Jack Wilson Smith Clayton O. K. Alcorn Clayton Tom Corklin Conklin Hal Morrison Morrison Wilson Billard

Rumor Circulates Of Fulton Colville Entering Atlanta Mayoral Race

Rumor says Fulton Colville may run for mayor of Atlanta. Colville has been approached by friends urging candidacy, though he remains noncommittal. If he enters, a heated contest with Rice, Mitchell, and McCullough is anticipated, backed by strong bar and professional support.

Fulton Colville Colvile Atlanta ColviNe Mr. Colville Eville Messrs. Rice Mitchell McCullough

Garbage and ashes must be kept in separate receptacles

Chief Lowry of the Sanitary Department announces strict enforcement of the 1899 ordinance requiring two receptacles per building for garbage and ashes. After January 19, violations may incur fines up to 310 or imprisonment up to thirty days. The city contracts cremation of garbage at 35 cents per ton and will not burn ashes, prompting emphasis on compliance.

Lowry Sanitary Department Atlanta

Patterson Candidate Seeks South Carolina Governorship

A. Howard Patterson of Barnwell, a constitutional convention member, announced tonight his bid for governor. Backing is believed from Senator Tilman. His main platform is dispensary, emphasizing it as his sole priority.

South Carolina Columbia, & C A. Howard Patterson Barnwell Tilman

Recorder Broyles raises price of a plain drunk in Atlanta

In police court Recorder Broyles explains a new price for a plain drunk at $5.75, up from $3.75, arguing the higher rate will deter repeat offenses and fund court costs. Cash collateral will rise to $5.75, with some officers noting consternation in certain circles as the change takes effect.

Broyles Atlanta Neu Jude

Military tents wanted for detention camp at Jesup

Authorities in Jesup request ten military tents to establish a detention camp for smallpox patients. Governor Candler may forward tents on the first train, but Attorney General Terrell ruled tents cannot be used for detention. any sent must be abandoned military stock. Governor Candler left for Dalton and is expected back today. Cross respite case in Raleigh shifts to a third reprieve with Lumberton officials seeking delay until February 9.

Jesup Ellis Candler Ter- Tell Dalton Eeeeey Lumberton

Local Report for Yesterday Mean Temperature

Yesterday's mean temperature is listed alongside normal values. The forecast from MARBURY’s official station notes highest and lowest temperatures, rainfall in 24 hours, and deficiency since January. Further specifics are not provided in readable form.

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