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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1910
Page
8
An Atlanta Daily Constitution ad for Dr Kilmer swamps root claims purity and no habit forming drugs. It touts plant based ingredients, non stimulatory use, teaspoonful dosing, and nationwide sale in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles with a free sample and information booklet by mail from Binghamton NY.
Reports from Poles and other foreigners at the Central Georgia Power Company Oc mulge camps detail mistreatment claims by contractors. About 200 men were brought from New York to Jackson to build the dam, paid wages of 15 a day, boarded by the company, with transportation advances of 186 total. Company officials say workers were treated humanely and that any misrepresentation came from the employment agency.
Allegations arise that jurors pressured juror Palmer during Walsh trial. Palmer says illness and fear impaired verdicts. foreman Taggart declined to unseal the verdict. Original indictment listed 182 counts. Walsh convicted on 54 counts with five year terms concurrent, aiming for release after one term.
Insurgents and regular Republicans clash as Democrats back James and Rainey for the joint investing committee amid claims they are partisan. Republicans fear delays and divisions in the House as Olle James and Henry Rainey face opposition from both sides.
Emory College Oxford January 1 special elections in the Few and Phi Gamma Societies selected term and monthly officers. Fawn society named Board of directors HH Howell Vidalia P M Munro Buena Vista WS Lane Roanoke Ala Paul Seagars Smyrna Linton K Starr Oxford PM Munro chancellor 8 L Rambo Bluffton censor G M Jackson Lafayette recording secretary Fred Boyer Thomasville corresponding secretary O B Trammell Rockmart treasurer J W Taylor Cochran assistant treasurer J W Taylor also censor Monthly officers HT Quillian Newnan president H O Pafford Waycross critic David Spencer Jackson special censor.
At a Columbus Gun Club meeting committees were named to organize the Southern Handicap to be held in May. Several hundred crack shots from the south are expected, and the club will present a $600 loving cup funded by popular subscription.
Commission hearings in Washington favor granting reshipping rights to Atlanta grain shippers akin to Nashville. Wimbish of Atlanta pushes for through rates and a broader privilege to boost Atlanta elevators and trade across Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas. Wimbish & Bright form in Washington to practice before the Interstate Commerce Commission and federal courts while Wimbish maintains Atlanta ties.
In White Plains on January 1, a jury awarded Mrs. Francesa Durtea twenty thousand dollars against Eugene Zimmerman of Cincinnati. The suit claimed she was deprived of railroad stocks sold to her late husband William Durrea, alleged to be worth the value cited.
A testimonial from Chicago dated 1900 credits Cuticura Remedies with curing itchy skin afflictions that plagued a dozen families in Dowlain Wales. The narrator details severe discomfort, failed medical remedies, and eventual success after applying Cuticura Soap, Ointment, and Resolvent, noting long-term use by his family and associates. The letter highlights availability in druggists and references Cure claims from the Cuticura company literature.
Urgent representations from Kentucky and Indiana governors lead to US engineers being dispatched from Cincinnati and Louisville to Stephensport Kentucky to dynamite a frozen gorge choking the Ohio River below Louisville. A relief effort with dynamite, laborers, and the tow boat Fred Hartwig begins tomorrow, costing $5000 and warned of extreme hazard to workers.
Notice of a composing room error in yesterday's advertisement for White Dental Rooms. The ad used a dental parody cut instead of a full set of teeth. Dra Coleman and White are noted as prominent city dentists and the correct cut should depict a complete dentition.
Local column notes James Clayton defends orthodoxy amid rumors he teaches no hell. The item includes a clumsy note on beliefs and a separate sale ad for a modern 10 room house on North Side, walking distance, priced at 7500 with terms. Also mentions a biscuit brand claim for KKK Flour.
Washington report shows Representative Bell introducing multiple bills in the 9th district. Proposals include post office extensions for Lawrenceville and Commerce, a Buford fish hatchery plan, banning special tax stamps for liquor retailers, repayment of cotton tax funds to Georgia, and creation of a public highways bureau with $100 million planned over five years.
Washington January 17 The house committee on naval affairs opened hearings on the Meyer plan for reorganizing the department. Hear Admiral Rog er testified against the plan and favored reviving earlier testimony about sources of supply and accounts. Rear Admiral Capps will be called next.
A. J Lowe, 45, a Georgia merchant, was arrested for drunkenness on lower Dew street by Officer Posey. In his cell he cried, admitting he left Atlanta with $500, which disappeared, leaving him with only $1.05. Authorities suspect a confidence game or simple theft during intoxication.
Carlton Shoe Company in Atlanta apologizes for not waiting on customers as it announces a dissolution sale starting Monday. The store reports crowds overwhelmed staff, promises extra salespeople, and advertises heavy discounts on men’s and women’s shoes, with replenished stock and door open times to attract early shoppers.
Washington reports the Supreme Court divided over Kansas to compel outside corporations to pay a charter fee for state schools. Western Union Telegraph Co. challenged the law as a tax on interstate commerce and property, arguing burdensome reach beyond Kansas. Justice Harlan noted the statute imposed a per cent of capital and taxed commerce, marking the ruling a constraint on external business.
Washington January 17 postmasters appointed Blandford Effingham County Laure Nease vice Kessler realigned Doles Worth County Elias A Champion fled J F Hebby resigned Spring Place Murray County Charles W Brown vics T E Everett resigned Stanley Screven County Mathew L Parker vice AL Newton resigned
Washington January 17. A national society to honor the descendants of the signers of the Declaration of Independence will be formed by a bill favorably reported today by the Senate Judiciary Committee. The measure authorizes incorporation of the organization.
Review notes the Grand premiere of The Girl From Rectora as milder than its New York version, with some lines omitted and a dance scene more lively than earlier shows. Cast lacks standout stars but delivers a solid performance, while other acts at the Orpheum draw audiences with variety acts and strong vocalists. The program features Euphonious comedy, gymnastics, juggling, and a Belasco drama The Girl of the Golden West slated for later.
In January at Tampa the Black Hand case of Ficarrera and alleged accomplices began in the proper court. The group, claimed responsible for multiple killings, faces trial as authorities note arrests of several suspects in Ybor City and West Tampa. One member, Oniferro Clairamente, is already serving a life term for the murder of B Labella of New York. Ficarrera is accused of shooting a West Tampa wholesale merchant named B Labella.
A charter issued by Secretary of State Philip Cook creates the Merchants and Mechanics Bank at South Macon. The capital stock is 26000 dollars. Incorporators include WT J Morgan W A Taylor OW Stetson and Emory Winship, all of Macon.
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