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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1909
Page
7
A health advertisement describes kidney and bladder trouble with symptoms such as frequent urination dull back pain and eye puffiness. It promotes Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a natural remedy and urges readers to order sample bottles and the book by mail from Kilmer and Co in Binghamton NY.
Speaker Taylor halted debate when a dispute arose over Hamilton county representation. Mr Cleage later reopened the incident accusing both sides of discourtesy. Numerous petitions from many counties and about thirty names pressed for statewide action. New measures include capital punishment to be carried out in the penitentiary, bucket shop bans, and a provision to relocate executions in the Nashville penitentiary with electric methods under the warden or deputies.
In New Orleans on January 13 a test case aimed at stripping foreigners of saloon licenses began in state courts. Frank Stegile and Haisan were charged under the Gay-Shattuck law for issuing licenses to foreign citizens. Attorneys filed a motion asking if the charge declares no US Italy treaty or if Louisiana statutes override any such treaty. The move highlights the large foreign-owned saloon presence in Louisiana.
Fire broke out last night at 7 in the warehouse of Sciple Sons Lime and Cement Company on West Pair Street near the railroad. The blaze started in the office of the warehouse likely from a small vat or stove. The night watchman was away at supper and unaware of the flames as the wooden warehouse, filled with bags of lime and cement, burned, destroying many sacks and barrels. water only lightly damaged cement. Loss could not be estimated but the main building was not seriously damaged and stock will be remade at once.
Mele Corbin, a young white man previously active in local courts, is sought on charges of beating Mos Alten Thompson and her 65 year old daughter with a pole while they worked in a field. He had earlier fled court custody after a weapons conviction, escaping from Swainsboro authorities and later returning to the county. The sheriff reports attempts to locate him have continued as the warrant remains outstanding.
Ray, a special deputy during the coal miners strike, was shot and killed at Arcadia mines in western Jefferson County while moving his family in a wagon. Coroner Brashear and deputies investigate the ambush, believing threats to his life were the motive.
Montgomery January 18 Henry F. Eise president of the Alumni Society of the University of Alabama announced a committee will tender an invitation to President elect Taft to visit the university during the coming commandant exercises next summer. President Hersh named the committee with Henry D. Clayton as a member.
Washington report of Mrs Lissle Herbth a mother of seven who had returned to her husband being shot and killed by Frederick Kraemer a 22 year old painter employed in the new yard. Police indicate a possible agreement to die together. The couple were found in each other’s arms with no struggle evident. Kraemer killed himself after wounding her. Several children were in the house at the time.
Savanagh Ga January 13 From the Alliance steamer to Tybee wireless station comes a house committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce report expressing belief that if undisturbed the canal will be completed within a specified period. The committee recognizes other considerations as secondary to the dam, lock, and engineering plans, and contends the adopted plans will successfully meet the great task.
The Order of Old Fashioned Women of the Bova Club Ladies Auxiliary plans a one week summer camp for Boys Club members at Silver Lake near Chamblee Ga. Superintendent Dorr reports heavy interest and arrangements with Rivers Realty Company. The camp duration increases to nine days with a slight extra cost.
The Pitt Schools at Allants on West Tuesday prepare programs for the birthday of Robert E. Lee. Teachers plan speeches essays and Southern sentiments. Students may hear well known citizens and address will be given.
Covington will greet Taft as he stops on January 9 13 and will be welcomed by Mayor Chares Bmilth and the city council along with a large delegation of Covington citizens. An inspiring assemblage of dignitaries and residents is expected to attend the platform address from his car. Separately Fayette Times reports a daring escape attempt at the jail with Hurd Hamp a prisoner shot and killed by Deputy Sheriff Ham nultt.
An 19th or early 20th century promotion claims bad breath ruins female and male social appeal. It extols Shereual absorbent lozenges from Stuart Co. as a cure and prevention. The ad urges readers to buy lozenges, or request a free trial by mail, with origin in Marshall Michigan.
A confusing OCR fragment hints at a health department warning about blood health, mentioning soldiers, corpuscles, and dangers like anemia and fever. The readable pieces suggest concerns over blood conditions and potential health risks, but full details are unclear due to garbled text.
The Senate debated Congress power to command department heads and obtain information from the attorney general. Senator Bacon argued Congress holds broad power, with the president retaining only pardoning authority, while others require congressional collaboration. Debate touched on enforceability and methods such as withholding salaries. The resolution was laid aside as the session adjourned.
Probable that another night rider trial will begin Monday in Union City Tennessee. An agreement between Attorney General Caldwell and defense representatives set the process moving, with a conference planned to decide who is next. Eighteen still under arrest for Captain Ranken murder indictments await trial. Baptists in Swainsboro hold a three day city church service led by Elders Morgan Brown and Potters alongside pastor W H Creuse.
The First Baptist church in Atlanta unanimously appealed to Rev Dr W W Landrum to remain as pastor rather than accepting a call to Broadway Baptist in Louisville. Resolutions from church organizations and other city congregations urged him to stay, read aloud by leaders including Judge Marone Beck.
Faraway Wisconsin letters spark hunger and poetry as possum stories emit a humorous plea for a private feast with possum, its companion simmon beer, and a note to Dr P M Young. A dramatic yelping play lines the piece with folksy callouts and rustic gusto, ending with Frank Bo Robinson.
Washington January 13 The National Rifle Association of America elected officers including President General James Drain First Vice President Laurason Rigge Second Vice President B Critchfeld Third Vice President J Amory Haskell and Treasurer Major E Lisbell along with new executive committee members General William T MacGurren JC R Poster Colonel Thomas Talbot and General William P Hall. The bylaws were amended to include adjutants general of states and territories. Membership totals show 28 state associations 79 regiments 28 military organizations 72 rifle clubs 15 college clubs and 29 schoolboy clubs. The association agreed to join the International Union of Federations and National Shooting Associations enabling matches to be held next year in Hamburg.
A voluntary petition in bankruptcy was filed with the clerk of the federal court yesterday by Adam of Ausnia, a salesman. The United States grand jury returned a true bill against Charles Speer for counterfeiting, found with half dollars in a raid. TOM WHITE, the Negro, was indicted for robbery of $208 from the post office station weeks ago. The Constitution received $1.75 from JoH Gardner of Pavo for earthquake relief help. H M Patterson of How Patterson & Son funeral directors returned from Macon after the annual meeting. he was reelected president of That Wert, with a slate of officers to meet in Savannah January 14. The Georgia Funeral Directors Association planning begins in that city.
Springfield reports a legislative deadlock after a canvass found irregularities in election returns. About 50,000 votes allegedly miscounted or misrepresented in 11 counties, with Meo Stevenson contesting results and charging widespread fraud affecting Governor Charles S Deneen and other officials.
President Roosevelt expressed pleasure upon learning that Professor Jowel was chosen to succeed Dr Filn as president of Harvard University. He spoke in his characteristic language saying I am as pleased as Punch after his Virginia ride.
Fragmentary OCR reads Otto Helser resigning as first deputy state comptroller. Governor Hughes to appoint a replacement. successor to assume duties tomorrow. Unclear spelling and names due to transcription errors.
Obituary notices report Herman Fenchel aged around five years in MiRae Ga a merchant and widower with four children surviving by a Georgia School of Technology student brother Samuel Fenchel and four sisters Johanna Clara Jeanette and Princess Fenchel. Services were to be held at 48 West Cain Street with Rev David Marx officiating and Westview Cemetery planned for interment. Additional notices mention Mrs Eldren Farmer aged 86, and Mrs Sila M Jones Ella M Jones aged 65, with deaths and funeral arrangements at local residences on Glenwood Avenue and Whitehall Street. The fragmentary text lists multiple family members, locations, and imminent services, all reflecting a series of local obituaries in a single column.
The council discussed a proposed amendments to a civic project in Tilerricg of Columbia. The measure, tied to a pavement improvement program and playground discussion, was approved with a 41 to 30 percent vote in a tense session.
The United States battleship Georgia is set to arrive tomorrow after final reception arrangements were completed in Marecillies Marselie. The port authorities confirmed the ship’s arrival date and noted preparations are in place for her welcome.
Two unknown men perished from exposure in Pittsburgh area during frigid weather. Local authorities report icy conditions and scarce shelter contributing to the deaths as residents and officials urge warmth and aid for the homeless.
An unclear message references Warneahoro and Warne spry Ga with dates around January 18 and March, mentioning a person named Gertet Jo and a J Nedoané. The text is fragmented, containing stray names and numbers, with no clear event or outcome.
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