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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1921
Page
10
An old advertisement urges readers to take Pape's Cold Compound every two hours for three doses to relieve cold symptoms. It claims to unclog nasal passages, stop runny nose, ease headaches and feverishness, tastes pleasant, costs only a few cents, and contains no quinine.
In Jasper Alabama a mob of about thirty armed men seized William Beard from the Walker county jail at 2:30 am and shot him three miles from town on the Manchester road. The attack followed Beard’s arrest over his suspected role in the killing of guardsman James Morris on December 23. A nearby garage owner, Lesle West, was arrested later in connection with Beard’s slayings. An inquest was scheduled, and authorities warned more arrests may follow as military and state officers rush to the scene.
The body of Captain Williams of the 326th Infantry, 82d Division, killed in France in June 1918, will be brought here Friday afternoon for burial. The service will be conducted by Bishop Troy Beatty of Tannersess. He is the son of Mrs. Betty Jewett Williams of Loraine, Ga, and son-in-law of Chancellor David C. Barrow of the University of Georgia. American Legion veterans will escort, and local businesses and schools will suspend during the funeral hour.
Washington January 13 plans for the inaugural ball were scrapped and a local shop advertised one third off on dinner and dance gowns. The ad notes immediate offers while stock remains and recalls invitations sent to governors and civic groups as the inaugural committee abandons the program.
Brunswick Ga January 13 Special Two Brunswick banks held their annual meetings naming officers and directors for the year. Brunswick Bank and Trust Company elected F D Aiken president L H Hayn vice president Paul B Twitty vice president C Walker cashier L H Aten assistant cashier Glynn County Bank named BH L Stephens president H F duBlenon vice president R H Strain cashier Both banks reported a flourishing condition and continued growth.
Police conducted early morning rounds on the gay white way to enforce the state excise law prohibiting openings after 1 o clock. Plainclothes detectives arrested three bartenders for selling liquor without licenses as cabaret patrons reluctantly faced a late hour exit. Most cabaret owners complied, and revelers scattered bottles and shells into the streets as the nightlife grid tightened.
Chicago January 13 The railroad labor board hearing over em ployment rules for rail workers sparked a lengthy afternoon session as E T Whiter of the railroads and A O Wharton for the employes clashed over four years experience for car repair work. Whiter said experienced men were unavailable, while Wharton cited federal director decisions permitting younger workers. The dispute illustrated how rules divide shop crafts and how management argues for flexibility during slow periods to maintain service. The board adjourned to Monday with Whiter continuing to argue seventy five rules. 182 remain for shop crafts, with two weeks more likely for the latter class.
Crowley Louisiana January 13 The Planters Warehouse here holding 26000 bags of rice burned early today. Loss estimated at about 325000 with insurance half covering. Fire origin not yet determined. The corrugated iron structure valued at 25000 and the rice insured for 5 a bag.
Frederick Collins, a widely known Memphis banker, died suddenly at his home. He had been elected vice president of the Bank of Commerce and Trust Company about a year ago. he was 55 years old.
Washington January 13 Indorsement by nineteen national organizations of a comprehensive code of Principles for regulation of motor traffic was announced at a conference. The plan calls for a state agency to administer traffic laws with power to refuse suspend or revoke licenses. It urges minimum ages for licenses and reciprocity allowing three months of operation in other states. Penalties for alcohol impairment reckless driving and vehicle theft are to be strengthened. Organizations backing the principles include the American Automobile Association the Federal Highway Council the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the National Safety Council.
The Georgia state board of embalmers met at the Piedmont hotel and elected officers for 1921. W. E. Platt of Augusta was named president and S. H. Duncan of Athens was secretary and treasurer. Members named were EH. Patterson Nat LeMasters and Lester Marvel, joining the two officers. Seventeen applicants for embalmers licenses were examined and all qualified. Platt and Patterson are charter members of the board created by the 1900 Georgia legislature. LeMaster formerly led the National Funeral Directors Association and is a recent appointee.
Paris January 13 A court ordered the dissolution of the General Federation of Labor as it continues a case against Leon Jouhaux its president and other officers on charges of violating union law. Fines of 100 francs were imposed on Jouhaux and four federation officials.
Myron T Herrick of Cleveland Ohio and former U S ambassador to France was elected president of the Aero Club of America in New York on January 18. His accession marks a leadership change for the aviation group.
Washington and allies fight to push a nitrate bill through as Senator Underwood警 warns the move risks the measure. Senator Wadsworth’s proposal fails 34 to 29, shaping the Democratic stance in Alabama and beyond.
Chicago January 13 American grand opera star Mary Garden was elected general director of the Chicago Opera Association at a meeting of the executive committee today. Her appointment followed the resignations of Herbert Johnson as executive director and Gino Marinuzzi as artistic manager. Garden will have general charge of affairs, both artistic and executive.
Effective Sunday January 16 Train No. 34 leaves West Point 3 29 p m LaGrange 4 00 p m New Bank p m and arrives Atlanta D m Train No 56 arrives Atlanta 11 40 p m and Train No 20 arrives Atlanta 7 45 p m J P BIGLUPS General Passenger Agent
Reports from today’s conferences show no progress on cabinet appointments including whether Charles Evans Hughes will accept the post of secretary of state. No formal format has been set, and early indications suggest the matter may stay unresolved for weeks. Harding keeps findings in a pigeon hole, with decisions likely delayed until after a Florida houseboat trip.
Washington January 13 The Shipping Board considers a reduction in the price of government merchant vessels Chairman Benson declared the board will dispose of ships in an orderly businesslike manner under the Naval Shipping Act The act provides for transferring government owned merchant marine to private ownership but in a sound process
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