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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1904

Page

5

Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad

Thousands suffer kidney trouble without knowing it the Ad promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a great kidney liver and bladder remedy. It claims quick relief and cites testimonials including Robert Berner and others. It urges obtaining a free sample by mail from Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.

Kilmer New York Robert Berner Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N Y Atlanta Delly Constitution Bright Binghamton, N

Safe wreckers rob three safes in Charlotte near police station

Charlotte, N. C., January 14. Safe breakers blew open three safes in the business district near the police station. Officers interrupted them and a burglar shot Patrolman Shields in the chest but the officer was unharmed. About 625 dollars was taken. Aldermen offer 400 dollar reward for the guilty. Also notes petition in bankruptcy for Butler Cole & Co of New Hope Ala, with creditors from Nashville, and delays in launching the City of Columbus due to Delaware River conditions.

Charlotte N. C Huntsville Ala Butler Cole & Co General Merchants New Hope C. F P. Cheek & Co Richardson Bros Keith Simmons & Co Gray Dudley Co Nashvile Ingolvetta Savannah Jumbus Delaware River Oncean Steamship Company

Palmetto Wine Adverts from a Chicago Company

An OCR fragment advertises Palmetto Wine and a medication promising relief for liver and stomach issues. It mentions a 2M post paid price, trial bottle sent free, and urges readers to mail name and address to Drake Formula Company, Deake Building, Chicago, for sale by Jacobs Pharmacies in Atlanta.

Palmetto Palmetto Medicing Drake Ates Dot & Trial Draka Formula Company Deake Building Chicago Jacofa’ Pharmacies Atlanta

Pirate Herman At Large After Robbery And Pirate Cruise

Manila reports Herman former chief inspector of constabulary and officer C J Johnson robbed the government then fled on the stolen vessel. Herman escaped Cebu confinement and remains at large after Johnson was found dead on their abandoned boat. Johnson and four men were killed in a shootout with constables. The W J Smith Co of Lexington Kentucky sells Old Joe Whiskey now via Joseph Thompson Co for wholesale distribution.

Manila George Herman Constabulary C. J. Johnson Cebu Hermann Bayayan Johnson Herman W. J. Smith Co Lexington Joseph Thompson Co Decitur Street

Bryan Talk On His Trip Abroad in Evancaville

William Jennings Bryan spoke in Evancaville Indiana on January 14. An audience expected news of his trip abroad and discussed political issues. A reporter noted Bryan did not address his presidential plans.

Cantes Evancaville Ind

Centry Honored by Associates at Capital City Club

An elegant dinner was given by the Morals of the Southern Belt Telephone and Telegraph Company to Vice President and General Manager W. Gentry before his ninety day abroad vacation. The Capital City Club hall was decorated with crimson roses and pink ribbons as speeches praised his twenty five years of service. Attendees included company officers and several invited guests from major telephone firms, with Hunt Calplay among the hosts.

Southern Belt Telephone and Telegraph Company W. Gentry Capital City Club Gentry Applauss Hunt Calplay Southern Bell Jassimester J. Carson J. W.rrews J. W. Gibson Addison Maupin W. H. M. Weaver Edward J Bell C H Wilson American Telephone and Telegraph Company E. W. Motster J. P. Taylor Home Telephone and Telegraph Company F. C Teapleman The George A. Holderness Carolla Telephone and Telegraph Company W. C. Watts Stauston A. B. Andrews Raleigh E. E. Bawsel A. C. Driscol Mr. England E H. Bangs Indianapolis F. A. Gentry A. C. Gentry Atlanta

Corbett to Fight Britt on March 11 Card

In San Francisco on January 14 the Young Corbett Jimmy Britt bout was settled. The fighters accepted the Hays Valley Club offer and will meet on March 11.

They Care for the Canal Isthmian Resolution Adopted

The National Live Stock Association adopted resolutions endorsing President Roosevelt’s Panama Canal policy by unanimous vote at the Portland convention held January 14. President Springer noted Senate debate and current criticism of Roosevelt’s stance.

Portland Dregs National Live Stock Association Roosevelt Panama Springer Unit States Senate

Ex-Governor Bushnell Dies in Ohio History

Ex governor Bushnell dies at 1:62 a.m. in Columbus. Born Rome New York September 1834, he moved to Ohio at age 11. A Civil War veteran, he rose to captain and later served two terms as Ohio governor after elections in 1896 and 1897.

Bushnell Columbus Ohio Rome Oneida County New York Oho

Flag at Half Mast in Augusta for Gordon Memorial

In Augusta on January 14 a government building flag was lowered to half mast. Postmaster E. D. Smyth and Grand Army of the Republic members telegraphed to the War Department to honor the great Confederate general Gordon for his role in promoting harmony between the north and south. It is likely the first such instance.

Augusta E. D. Smyth Grand Army of the Republic War Department

Wilcox Bond Secured in Grand Larceny Case

John C. Wilcox, jailed on an indictment for grand larceny of braga and copper from the Southern Railway, has posted a 35000 bond. He proclaims innocence and expects to prove his defense in court but will not speak publicly until he hires legal counsel.

Wilcox Birmingham John C. Wilcox Southern Railway Board OF Health Fierren Bealer Bealer George R. Thomas Wilkinson

George Randolph Elected Vice President at B&O

George F Randolph was elected vice president and traffic manager of the Baltimore and Ohio system, announced in Baltimore on January 4. The appointment names him as a key executive overseeing railway operations and freight flows.

George Randolph Baltimore Baltimore and Ohio Wus George F Randolph Baltmore

Burt to retire from Union Pacific railroad

President Horace G. Burt will retire from the Union Pacific railroad tomorrow. W. H. Banneraft, vice president and general manager of the Oregon Short Line, has been selected to succeed Mr. Burt.

Short Items of Local Interest Amass Meeting In

Amassing local notices, a large crowd is expected at a 4:30 PM Piedmont hotel gathering to discuss making the Atlanta Orchestra Association permanent and similar to Cincinnati’s festival. Addresses by Hakb Smith, A. Maddox, H. M. Atkinson, Mayor Howell. women speakers include Mrs. Black and Mrs. Ottley.

Ailanti Orchestra Association Piedmont Bsennerfest Hakb Smith H. M. Atkinson Evan Howell Ladies of Atlanta Mra N FP. Black Ed Brown Joe. Ottley Mitts Jennie Armstrong

Dowle Arrives in Los Angeles to Sail for Australia

John Alexander Dowle and his Zionist supporters reached Los Angeles on January 14. He plans to stay in California until January 21 when he will sail for Australia, announcing his itinerary and departure details for the voyage.

Australia Los Angeles Cal John Alexander Dowle Ifornia

Dr Shoop Restorative Book Offer Promises Cure

A promotional appeal offers two books on health and a month long trial of Dr Shoop's Restorative. The letter promises to reveal the discovery of the causes of chronic diseases, strengths nerves and vital organs, and urges readers to request Book 1 on Dyapepsia or Book 2 on the Heart for a confidential consultation from Racine Wisconsin.

Caner Kinneys Edérems

Drivers Strike Reopens After Fire Alarm Citywide

Chicago January 14 The strike of horse drawn drivers began anew after a span of days following the Iroquois Theater fire. About 86 percent of 600 carriage and delivery drivers are said to be out. A funeral with forty five carriages was interrupted at West Ninety eighth Street and West Forty eighth Street as union drivers ordered from vehicles, leaving mourners to arrange alternatives.

Chicago Aer Truca Irolquois Theater Wistern Avenue

Churches Closed Under Harrison Action in Chicago

Chicago mayor Harrison ordered several churches shut and guards posted while their buildings are inspected for automatic sprinklers extinguishers and related fire safety gear. The First Methodist Jewish temple Anshe Kanesgos Israel and the Nativity Roman Catholic church were among the closures. Police also guarded lodging houses and a commercial college building amid the safety measures.

Chicago Eittgen Wiéke First Methodist Church Jewiah Temple Anshe Kanosgos Israel

LITTLE MAC HAS THE GOODS

New York January 4 Meyer McClellan faced questions about his eligibility for the presidency due to birth in Dresden Germany The mayor was asked if he considered himself a natural born citizen of the United States The mayor refused to discuss whether the issue is political or academic and stated he is a natural born citizen of the United States.

New York Meyer McClellan Dresden Germany United States Geree DR. Hathaway J. Newton Hathaway M. D Inman Blay Broad Street Atlanta

Marion veteran makes anarchist remarks prompt flight

Deville P. Ballard, a former Twenty third Iowa infantry member, caused outcry at the Marion Soldiers home when he spoke favorably of Chicago anarchists and suggested striking McKinley monuments. He fled under guard after enraged veterans pursued him toward the gate, then received discharge and protection from authorities.

Marion Ind Deville P. Ballard Voles Ballard McKinley Chicago Hig Hfe William McHinley Twenty-third Iowa Infantry

Lewman Bid Held in Savannah Erection Plans

Special report from Savannah Georgia notes bids for a new city angle project opened in the afternoon. eight bids ranged from 194963 to 264600 with Grant Wilkins of Atlanta at 23151881 and M T Lewman Co Atlanta at 194963 The committee decided to reject all bids except the appropriation.

Lewman Savannah Grant Wilkins Atlanta M. T. Lewman & Co Lawman & Co

Lyons Will Run for Judge of Probate

Opelika Alabama January 14 Hon J B Lyons prominent merchant and grand master of Masons announces candidacy for judge of probate subject to the Democratic primary Lyons led groups in the last election that secured a major victory for Lyons aides

Lyons Opelika Ala J. B. Lyons Masons Alabems Drnty Tolks New Constitution Mr. Lyon

Golden Medical Discovery Promises Health Through Blood Quality

An old promotional tract extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic aiding digestion and blood purification. It cites testimonials from readers and military figures, touts non alcohol base, and warns against substitutes while urging readers to consult the Buffalo clinic for private correspondence.

R. V Pierce Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute Buffalo N. Y Pierce John Goetz Beadle Forresters of America Kodals 6Th Regular Artillery Nationa Guard N.Y Hac Wotes H Greenfield East Horst Street New York Dr. R. Pierce

Fight is Made on Col Mills in Senate Confirmation

Washington January 14 The nomination of Colonel Albert L Mills superintendent of the United States Military Academy to brigadier general faces Senate opposition in the military affairs committee today Senators Blackburn and Scott object to a favorable report The dispute is tied to broader opposition to General Leonard Wood's promotion while Mills is not opposed personally by the senators who voice concern

Washington Albert L Mulla United States Military Academy William E Dougherty Senate Senate Committee On Blackburn Scott Leonard Wood Mills Wood

Senate Confirms Army Nominations In Early Session

Washington January 4 The Senate in executive session confirmed Maj Gen Adna F Chaffee to lieutenant general Brig Gen George L Gillespie to major general Col Alexander McKeagle to brigadier general and chief of engineers John J Sullivan US attorney northern district of Ohio Robert C Cowle of Wisconsin to deputy auditor for the navy dept George F Roth collector of customs Genesee district New York Postmasters Indian Territory William R Casteel Mounds Tennessee William C Cassady Lenox City Tennessee Dutro Holds Memphis Office Washington January 11 The president informed Congressman Brownlow Tennessee that he had decided to reappoint LL W Dutro as postmaster at Memphis

Senate Washington Adna F. Chaffee George L Gillespie Alexander McKeagle John J Sullivan United States Ohlo Robert & Cowle Wisconsin Navy Department George F Roth District of Genesee New York Indian Territory William R Casteel Mounds Tennesee Wiliam Cassady Lenox City Dutro Memphis Congressman Brownlow Tennessee LL W. Dutro

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