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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1913
Page
11
A Washington political scramble unfolds as the United Party backs Wilson, while Democrats and progressives fight to maintain influence over war policy. The president-elect hints at unity but factions warn against rapid shifts, fearing renewed partisan friction in the Senate.
A fragmentary court report describes Matilda facing a judge after a disorderly conduct incident. The account hints at color coded identities and a woman named Matilda being pressed about a claim of “green am my luck” amid testimony and altered spellings.
The article notes a doubling of capital stock at City Savings Bank. It lists election of officers and mentions organizational steps, with references to local figures and meetings at a central location. Details are fragmented but indicate a formal bank reorganization and capital expansion.
Dublin reports possible lawsuits following an oil explosion that burned Mia Lee weeks ago. Parties who sold the oil allegedly claimed defects or improper mixing. State tests showed very low quality and flash point at 60 degrees, far below expected 89, raising questions about storage and handling before delivery to the car.
State Board of Education endorses a uniform bookkeeping system for public school accounts after Auditor J W Stephens report. Plans include two loans and broader certification reforms for high school teachers, with supervision to coordinate institutes whenever possible.
This week St Andrews Church in Peo hosts mission services with daily evening gatherings at 7 40 and Sunday morning communion at 7 20. Dr Pise notes residents of Grant Park will attend. if the mission fails to achieve its aim the church may be abolished.
A public debate on a commission form of government is scheduled for the evening of the first Thursday in February. Local speakers from Carrsville and surrounding areas will present the pros and cons, with invited residents urged to attend and hear the question decided.
Officers of Cosmopolitan Life Insurance petition the Superior Court for salaries totaling 66700 for September to December 1, after being restrained by court order since a fall lawsuit. Hearing set by Judge George L Bell for January 1845. commissioner to testify on why petition should not be granted. The company is being reorganized with Insurance Department aid and hopes to resume operations. List of salaries drawn and other officer payments included.
Army notes record multiple changes at Fort McPherson this week. Major Jones returns. Hardaway takes exam for promotion to major. Sipplee returns from Florida tour. Andrews assigned to duty as instructor in the signal school following a stint with Kin.
New Haven Conn January 14 President Taft will reside at the Taft Hotel for at least part of next spring. The entire sixth floor is set aside for him with nine rooms and a special bath three feet wide six feet long and four feet deep. He is expected to arrive in April before a southern trip after leaving the White House.
An exhortation promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative for infants, children, and adults. It claims effectiveness for colic, constipation, indigestion, and other stomach disorders, with free samples offered by mailing address in Monticello, Tennessee.
An 8 year old girl Alma Castela, afflicted with pellagra, improved after her parents used Quaker remedies sold by Coursey & Munn drug store. The health teacher does not claim a cure but notes cleansing the blood and a six week course with three bottles. The store offers prepaid express on orders over $30.
A long list of names and addresses appears, detailing special cash prizes for E G Aiken & Co and many grocers. Names include Charles Austin, D L Echelsa, Ava L W Rogers Stores, Moore Grocery Co, Donehoo Sherrer, Echolg Co, McGahee, Griffith Smith Co, Kamper Grocery Co, Buchanan Shelton, and others. The note promises future additions once evidence shows full contest groceries.
A record of numerous Atlanta area retailers and services listed by category with addresses and product lines. The notice ends noting that all votes counted on Burroughs adding machine, the most accurate machine made.
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