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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1916
Page
7
An expert says undigested food ferments in the stomach causing hyperacidity and sour belches. He recommends four ounces of Salts from the pharmacy, dissolved in water before breakfast for a week to neutralize acidity and stimulate digestive juices.
An old ad promises a dozen pints of SHIVAR MINERAL STRING for renovat ing the stomach and boosting health. It claims rapid effects and urges readers to charge a dozen to their grocer if not delighted, noting bottles are bottled at Shelton, NC.
London reports Japan handed a note to China in Tokio detailing seven demands. The Guardian warns such terms would put China under Japanese tutelage, risking loss of independence and broader influence. United States action is seen as pivotal to countering the pressures. Ambassadors Guthrie and Reinsch await full information.
A historic ad touts a vegetable blood purifier tonic claimed to cure skin eruptions, eczema, and inherited blood diseases. It urges readers to buy S 5 from local druggists and to seek expert advice for special cases, promising health restoration.
Washington January 6 prospects for passage of a government ship purchase bill are believed bright by administration leaders after talks with President Wilson and key lawmakers. Wilson pressed Congress to push defense, revenues, and tariff measures, while all factions work toward a compromise before floor consideration.
Macon January 26 posses in Laurens Twiggs Wilkinson and Bibb counties chase a negro who attacked a Laurens farmer’s wife with a hatchet and butcher knife. Seven suspects were brought before the woman who said none matched. The victim was not seriously harmed as screams alerted nearby neighbors. Messages warned that if caught the assailant could be lynched.
Plans for military training camps at Oglethorpe Georgia and Plattsburg were unveiled by the Department of War. Major General Leonard Wood said attendance could exceed 10 000 with four camps at Oglethorpe and four at Plattsburg set for senior and junior divisions from April to October. Wood and aides have worked since last summer to organize camps and instruct business leaders by mail, highlighting rifle and drill benefits observed in Philadelphia Washington Boston and elsewhere.
New York January 26 Bishop William Lawrence revealed a census showing average Episcopal salaries around 1200 a year with 2522 clergy earning under 1500 and 118 earning over 7000. He proposed a self supporting pension fund of 5 million dollars and will retire from duties to raise the amount for immediate implementation.
A speech recounted dire tales of Jews forced from Russian towns and subjected to murder, rape, and exile. Dr Marx urged contributions, describing free will offerings to aid sufferers with stories of exhausted women and children.
Multiple short obituaries detail deaths in Georgia towns including Mrs. Geo Feltham of Waycross aged 71 born in Isle of Wight England. Jesse N Brooks of Atlanta. James B Lewis of Covington. Mrs Mary Harris of Waycross. Mrs Mary Dillingham. Survivors listed include spouses, children, and extended kin. Burial and service details noted for several, with interment plans at Boston and Kettle Creek cemetery among others.
Muller 28 with two sons Harry 13 Clifford 9 and daughter Maude 7 visited the police station Wednesday night seeking shelter. He recently lost his wife and aimed for Columbus Georgia for work, traveling with just enough funds to reach Atlanta. Police directed them to resources and the Associated Charities, where they planned to seek asylum around 11 o clock to continue toward Columbus.
John K Ottley, vice president of Fourth National Bank, receives a distinct honor from the American Bankers Association naming him Georgia vice president of the national Ubank section. The appointment was announced at a New York executive committee meeting with Ottley traveling to Florida for fishing. The decision follows a recent national policy, and friends back home will welcome the news.
New York on January 25 Mrs Rebec ca Pullman wife of a Chicago businessman and her daughter Gertrude Bazell 25 were found dead in a furnished room. Coroner Healy said skulls fractured and an ax used by the father was found beneath a bed. Police issued a general alarm two hours after the bodies were found for Nathan Pullman husband of the elder woman on homicide charges. The Pullmans had come here with Jacob Bazell their son in law.
A vintage drug ad touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe remedy for constipated children. It claims the product cleanses the stomach liver and bowels within hours, restores a playful child, and warns buyers to insist on genuine California Fig Syrup from the California Fig Syrup Company.
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