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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1902

Page

3

Odom Signs This Season with Odom Contract Details

Columbus Ga January 11 Specialsfolk George Odom after spending the past month here will leave soon on an extensive tour returning north likely visiting San Francisco. His contract this year is the best he ever made and his earnings last year surpassed previous winnings. Odom, a rising jockey now years old, riding with S B Brown Pittsburg magnate, may retire from riding after this season. Races begin May 1 and he will arrive a month prior.

Odom

Follanshee Handicap Leads Oakland Racecard

A large Oakland crowd witnessed racing highlights including the Follansbee and Athenian Club handicaps. San Nicholas won the Follanshee handicap at six furlongs, with The Giver second and Sweet Tooth fading. Position prevailed in the other events, with Vesuvian and Rastick contesting the closes, and Bullmen securing a streak of winners.

San Francisco Oakland San Nicholas Sweet Tooth Watercure Morey Rastick Vesuvian Bullmen Thaddeus Waiden King O'Connor Einstein Bullman von Rusnfields Higgiing Katherine’ Ennis Ransom Fitzkaner Buchanan Mounce Rollick Ransch Tod Burns Marshal Nellt Bailman H. Jackson

New Orleans Racing Notes Delivers Tight Finishes and Rest Plans

New Orleans on January 11 saw Admetus and Lingo emerge as winning favorites while Nellie Waddell claimed the Gentilly handicap and earns a winter retirement. Tayon, also to be rested, heads to Churchill Downs after a fast track race day with six races showcasing tight finishes and record threats.

New Orleans Carl Kahler Admetus Lingo Nellie Waddell Tayon Churchill Downs Dade Weideman A. Jones Imp Almula Lyne Blake Ecome Landry Monos Coburn T. Dean Death Slack London Petit Maltre Robertson Ime Bselling J. Rice Ernest Parham Hangry Leenja

Eccentric Earl of Dysart Plans Tennessee Steel Plant

News notes the Earl of Dysart proposing a public home for opera in London with a £10,000 pledge toward a £500,000 project. It also profiles his romantic, poverty-stricken ascent to his estates, his love of music and homeopathy, and his habit of dressing informally at opera events.

Steel Plantin Tennessee Earl OF Dysart National Opera House London Ear of Dysart Earl Stanford Alexander Mackenzie County Council Buckminster Lincolnshire Ham House Richmond Ehrt Times Nes Earl Hhas England

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Promoted As Safe Remedy

An advertisement touts Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a safe effective internal remedy for catarrh, claiming they avoid cocaine and opiates. It cites Dr Ramsdell and Dr Wainwright praising the tablet's safety for children and adults and notes a 50 cent price for full treatment.

Stuart Ines Ramsdell Ong Wainwright Noireason Wwe Sigart

Elberton Bank Honored In National Ranking

Elberton, Ga January 1 Special The New York Financier lists the Elberton Loan and Savings Bank among top banks with a fourth place in Georgia and first in Elbert County. Captain P M Hawes serves as president and K G Swift as cashier. The bank reports a strong year and declares an 8 percent dividend with substantial credits and profits.

New York Gepteia Elberton Elberton Loan and Savings Bank United States of Georgia P. M. Hawes K. G. Swift Elberton- Loan and Savings ‘Bank

Tax Receiver Arrested Over Tax Shortage

New Rochelle official Receiver of Taxes John Koellner was arrested after a voluntary confession of a shortfall in his accounts estimated between 6 000 and 7 000 dollars. He was held for grand jury action. Elberton Ga January 1 Special reports the formation of a new lodge in Washington Ga with Grand Lodge officials expected to attend.

New York John Koellner New Rochelle Grand Jury Lodge of Pythians Elberton Rogers City Lodge Font Gehts Pythas Washington, Ga Asv Mane

Charleston Exposition Race Day Tightens Up Five Races

At Charleston track the feature race saw heavy favorites Alzora Lazarus Bay and Bettie B. Trim defeated. Hattie Davis won the first, Corder took the second with Alzora second, Maria Bolton led the third, Collette won the fourth with Stuttgart second, and Lelia Barr captured the fifth with Bettie B. Trim second. Times ranged from 1 06 to 1 27 1 2.

Charleston Exposition Race Track Alzora Sam. Lazarus Bay Bettie B. Tlim Hirth Hattie Davis Mill Stream Corder Ae Ond Iséele Maria Bolton Lake Fonso Fy George Collette Stuttgart Eing Lelia Barr Bettie B. IT Golden Rattie Sime Loi

Report Corrects Fatality Rumor In Macon Explosion

The Macon report states Henry Fox who was injured in the Central railway shops explosion is alive and improving. Other injured individuals are doing well, some have returned to work. In Mason, Judge Emory Speer declined to discuss politics or give a statement regarding Captain Goodloe Yancey’s remarks on the 1882 campaign in the ninth district.

Henry Fox Macon Central Railway City Fox Mason Emory Speer Goodloe Yancey Ninth Congressional District

Neighbors Travel to Atlanta for Masonic Ceremonial Session

Macon residents plan to journey to Atlanta next Wednesday to attend the grand ceremonial session of the Masonic order. Invitations were issued from Atlanta by Forrest Adair and E. S. McCandiess.

Macon Atlanta Masonic Order Forrest Adair

Pendleton May Accept Call To Local Baptist Church

Reynolds reports in Ga on January that the Rev Mr Pendleton and his charming wife formerly of Atlanta are considering a pastorate here. The people have been favorably impressed and it is hoped the call will be accepted.

Pendleton Reynolds Atlanta Baptist

Double shooting at Geismar store on gallery

Geismar Louisiana January 11 merchant shot and killed on his store gallery. One accused participant Ellis Washington arrested. Also reported Meade Texas January 1 appointed federal court receiver of Standard Light and Power Company in Dallas. Kid McCoy wife divorces. Julia Woodruff Selby to resume maiden name. Washington January 11 mail from Norfolk and Western wreck near Glen Alum West Virginia destroyed by fire en route to Virginia and West Virginia post offices.

Geismar Tee Geismar Ellis Washington Washington Post Office Department Norfolk and Western Glen Alum W. Va Points West Virginia West Virginia

McKinley Statue Fund Appeal Launched in Paris

General Horace Porter, U S ambassador, presided at the second meeting of American residents in Paris to raise funds for a statue honoring the late President McKinley. An appeal will be issued and posted at U S consulates, American banks, and other American houses.

WicKinley Paris Horace Porster United States McKinley- Tr

Senator Quay denies immediate retirement plans

Washington January 12 Senator Quay of Pennsylvania who just returned from Florida for his health called on the president. He said his health was much improved and denied any contemplation of retiring from the senate.

Quay Washington Senator Quay Pennsylvania Florida

Aeronautical Club Forming In Boston For Air Navigation

Preliminary steps in Boston aim to form a club focused on aerial navigation. The Automobile Club leaders and other well-known figures support the project and expect early organization, naming, and membership details to follow.

Boston Magss Automobile Aero Clu

Desertion case and arrests in Atlanta navy matter

A report covers Navy deserter Gibbs arrested in Atlanta with no warrant needed per judge. Followed by governors and local officials handling pardons, funerals, and police matters including vaccination drive, city finances, and notices from the Gate City council and local churches.

Presbyterian Church Planned for College Park Georgia

Architect Willis Fr Denney has completed plans and elevations for a new Presbyterian church to rise in College Park Georgia. The building is expected to cost about 5000 dollars. bids are not yet received and work will start once a contract is let.

Achitect Willis Denny Colitze Park

Griffin seeks lower freight rates after railroad meeting

Griffin residents push for reduced freight charges as Southern and Central railroad officials meet with Griffin merchants at the Commercial Club. J. M. Culp and Clifton Jones of the Southern along with C. W. Clears and A. V. Wim bum of the Central hear local claims that Griffin’s population and business have grown since ICC rules, and that two rival railways justify concessions. Officials vow to elevate the issue to their superiors to secure relief on western rates amid sustained community pressure. Colonel W J Kincaid hosts a postmeeting gathering.

Griffin Southern and Central Railroads Big City Commercial Club J. M. Culp The Southern Clifton Jones W. Clears Central AV. A. Wimburn BR. Wandlever Bailey Interstate Commerce Commission Mente Oe W. J. Kincaid

Captain Ike Jobe Freed From Prison In Tennessee Return

Captain Ike T. Jobe, a former U S Army officer, was released from prison today after serving two years for forging army orders. He headed for Bristol Tennessee. The report mentions a mystery involving Dennis May and a woman under medical care whose statements may illuminate the case.

Tennessee Columbus Ohio Ike T. Jobe United States Ermy Tenice Hezith Bristol Tenn Jess

Duffy Malt Whiskey advertised as cure all diseases

Readers report cures and benefits from Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey for consumption, hemorrhages, pneumonia, coughs, and nervous issues. Testimonials claim weight gain, strength, and vitality improvements. The ad urges purchases, warns of imitations, and offers a free medical booklet from Rochester New York.

Schubarth Market St. Denver Colo Nashua City N. H H. Adlington Duffy Willie D.ball Gilbert Bay Utca Hamline Minn Cautlen Dutty Rochester N.Y

Nordica Triumphs In Brilliant Recital At The Grand

Malame Nordica delivered a lavish song recital at the Grand last night to enthusiastic Atlanta audiences. Her Germano French program drew vocal prowess praised for grace and artistry. Her middle and lower registers impressed, encore included Brusli de Call to the Valley, with Simmons accompanying beautifully.

Malamé Nordica Atlanta Ainsiatont Ghooren Ainger Schumann Frank Heit Weil Att - Bentiantt Brus Bilde Gisa Ethelbert Nevin Feller Frank L. Stanton Mme E. Romayne Simmons Chopin

Miss Joyce Wood to Give Recital in Atlanta Hall

Miss Joyce Wood will present a recital Monday evening February 19 at Philips and Chew hall on Peachtree Street in Atlanta. The program will mix music and elocution, featuring Norma and Moonlight Sonata among tunes and readings such as Aunt Nappy and Under the China Tree, highlighting her skill as pianist and elocutionist.

Brigatest Atlanta Wil Philips & Chew Hall Peachtree’ Street Miss Wood Gelec Tunesse Wood Norma Leybach Earl King Liszt Beethoven Paderewski Nappy

Pan-American train breakdown delays service at Tuscaloosa depot

The Pan American southbound train broke down at the Tuscaloosa depot yesterday at noon, causing a delay of about three and a half hours. The engine returned to Birmingham and was replaced at the depot.

Tuscaloosa Ala Birmingham

Missing Clerk Embezzlement Warrant in Richmond

A warrant is sworn for F H Fitzgerald, a Southern Railway supply clerk, for embezzling about 1800 dollars in stamps and other company property. Fitzgerald cannot be found. his home is listed as Manchester. The amount may not cover losses. In Valdosta Georgia, a white man named Dock Folley was arrested for stealing Steyele in Quitman and confessed to involvement with a South Carolina group.

Richmond F. H. Fitzgerald The Southern Railway Fitzgerald Mancheser Valdosta Dock . Folley Steyele Quitman Jtnerdt South Carolina

Two Years for Murder in January Berth Case

Lieutenant Thieme of the Ninety-Fourth regiment has been sentenced to two years and three months imprisonment in a fortress after a duel in which he killed a student. The January 11 incident led to a formal ruling.

Ndler W. Andrew Laurens County Stucky Wi ‘Ag Goramna Berth Thieme Sth Ninety-fourt Jantv Elty Hag

Local Tragedy Stuns Manchester Mills Community

In Manchester New Hampshire January, Annie Beaudry shot Jennie Gagnon at Amodsktag mill then killed herself. Gagnon survived but in critical condition. Beaudry reportedly acted without being in her right mind.

Manchester N. H Janngary H Annie_ Beaudry Jennie Gagnon Amodsktag Miss Gagnon Miss Beaudry

Burglars Steal Jewels From Mrs Futler Home

In New York on January 11 burglars entered the residence of Mrs Gerhard Futler on Hast Thirty-sixth Street and secured jewels valued at six thousand dollars. The property belonged to 227 Fateh, who was visiting Mrs Futler.

Ida Breel Hampton Street Halls’ Station Western and Atlantic York Gerhard Futter Futler

Horace Eliena Scudder He Dies in Past Year at Home

Horace E Scudder, longtime editor at Tl Z, died at his residence after a long illness. The obituary notes his tenure and prior work, with tributes from colleagues and reflections on his career in journalism.

Horace Eliena Scudder Elisha’ Beuddder Tnd Nedri

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