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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1909

Page

11

Constitution to Subscribers and Public Notices

The notice outlines subscription rates for The Constitution, advertising contacts, and delivery options in Atlanta and New York offices. It lists traveling representatives, warns readers not to pay anyone else, and mentions staff and advertising manager. The text then presents a stream of miscellaneous society and political quips reflecting periodical opinion style.

W. W Blackburn C. 8 Moore GO. B. Atkinson W. H. Overbey C. H. Donnelly W F. Stokes Sanstituto Publishing CO

Congress Should Get To Work In Session Critique

A newspaper column urges Congress to stop clashing with President Roosevelt and focus on public duties. It argues the body misreads his criticisms as attacks, wastes time, and risks diminishing popular support, urging lawmakers to unite and address matters before March 4.

White House Congress Roosevelt Ita Memberablio

Bayonet Power Debate On Enforcing Prohibition Law

A Georgia reader asks if the governor can declare martial law to enforce state law. The response argues the governor lacks such power except amid mob action, warns against force as policy, cites Savannah mayor’s stance on prohibition, and urges peaceful, lawful enforcement over coercion.

Savannah Hanes Philosepher Galileo Fillman Charleston South Tiedemans Council Tiedeman

Taft’s brief, pointed stance on race prejudice praised

President elect Taft is praised for concise yet powerful remarks during a Big Bethel church address. He argues that discussing race prejudice sustains it and that the solution lies in stopping the discussion rather than attempting to exterminate the evil. The essay notes his clear, impactful language.

Taft Anis Atlanta Big Bethel Church

Taft faith in independent vote sparks southern reflection

The editorial argues for political independence across sections, praising Taft for urging voters to choose principles over party loyalty. It contends the South could fracture its solid Democratic line if individuals favor principled independence, urging recognition of independent thought in politics.

Anderson D. C Mr. Taft

Georgia Humour and Wit in Verse and Prose

A collection of Georgia themed sketches and verses recounting possum lore, comical sayings, and old time philosophy. Characters like Brer Possum pop up along with rural-southern schoolyard humor and moral quips about trouble, wisdom, and winter pranks.

Rehearing Sought in Alton Rebating Case

Washington reports a petition for rehearing in the rebating cases of the Chicago and Alton Railway Company and some officials against the United States. The Supreme Court, split, tied today on an $80,000 fine, with Justice Moody not participating. EH Harriman shows interest and visited Washington with rehearing preparations. Lupton nominated for consul at Messina, Italy, to succeed Consul Cheney. weather quips reflect cold through a brief local column.

Washington Chicago and Alton Railway Company United States Supreme Court of the United States Juslice Moody Supreme Courts EH Harriman Yeserday Lupton Senate Stuart K Lupton Tennessee Messina Italy Heard Cheney Nie de

Printers of Atlanta Pay Honor to Franklin

Atlanta Typographical Union honored Benjamin Franklin with a staged program at Cable Hall last night. Notables on stage included J. J. Hobby, Dan W. Green, Henrie G. Sandler, Richard B Russell, and Rev Henry A Atkinson, as a two part show blended speeches, vaudeville, and musical numbers to celebrate Franklin’s life and advocate labor unity.

Atlanta Typographical Union Benjamin Franklin Entertainment J. J. Hobby Dan W. Green Henrie G Sandler Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Richard B Russell Georgia Court of Appeals Henry A Atkinson Central Congregational Church Whch Hotty Green Asa Candler Asa G Candler Candler Franklin Madeline Saloshin Planeton Wardlaw & Co Wich Ben Atebisen Billy Wardlaw Guy Hire A. B. Rusehe Evening Star Wayne Misa Margaret Lily Ford Reader Gate Oli Quartet Moses Galag Sam Galloway Nitto Raymond Venkee Basu J Bos Ais Moss Blasel Woatne Descr Pmose Horadie Wes Guy Har Mandy Lane Dem Wr. Green Invernaie Owen Lecouvery Chy

Report on Home for the Friendless year 1908 work and finances

The Home for the Friendless and Industrial School reported 1908 shows an average inmate count near one hundred with monthly costs around 550 dollars per person for meals clothing school and drugs. Under Mrs Westmoreland the institution notes progress, efforts by Miss Mitchell and staff, 34 children sent from the recorder court, measles and deaths in the infant department, overcrowded school rooms, and expenditures totaling 58 2302 with receipts of 7 31622 and a January 1909 balance.

Tig Dlom Indusuial Scneal Snokie Institution Duce Dng Miss Mitchell Recorder’ Court Assaated Charities Mir Grady Hospital Cammittesn Investigitary Hamimoid Charman Timynge

Scout Crufeer Orders Transfer to Mobile and Gulf Region

A muddled report indicates a Scout Crufeer for Wabite Washington on January 1, with an order transferring to Mobile Alabama for February. Plans mention Birmingham and Salem, a silver service by Birmingham citizens, and a voyage to Guantanamo Bay.

Scout Crufeer Wabite Washington Birmingham Salem Motile Ala

Seeley Tragedy: Man Kills Two Women Then Takes Own Life

Details emerge in the Seeley case where 56 year old WL Seeley, his wife about 60, and his 22 year old daughter were found dead. Authorities believe two women were struck with a weapon and Seeley then died by suicide. He recently received an $8000 share of his father’s estate but had borrowed money to cover expenses, raising questions about motive. An inquest is scheduled for tomorrow.

Awedy Beallie Wasi Tanary Seeley Koles Reddence Hin Binanial

Taft declines visit to Mobile in near future

A misread telegram notes President-elect Taft declining an invitation to visit Mobile Alabama. He states he hopes to undertake a southern trip after his inauguration and would be glad to visit Mobile at that time if possible, ending with a cordial sentiment.

Taft Mobile Moble Ala Charles M Herver Anvitatan Monbie Gosside

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