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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1903
Page
6
A light ship for Brunswick bar tied to a $100,000 vessel was advanced by a House bill. Introduced by Mr Brentley, favorably reported at the Georgia member Mr Ademson’s request. The commerce committee acted at noon, signaling progress.
On January 27 former Secretary of State Richnd Olney and Grover Cleveland met for breakfast at the Waldorf Astoria in New York. Olney arrived in the city with Laird WE Shepard after a conference tied to Hewitt memo. Cleveland was escorted from the hotel following the meeting amid Newark mayoral race chatter.
The Vex tan fine and Cigarette Corporation filed papers on January 17 to refer its capital to 12 000 000 dollars, with 10 0000 to be preferred non cumulative at seven percent dividends. Incorporators include Charles N W King, Wood Greens, LeGrand Bouker, all from Jersey City.
Greenville January 27 Special Rush was acquitted of murder in the November 15 shooting death of Victor J T Stephens after a court trial. The prominent parties caused heavy press attention. after six witnesses for the state were sworn the solicitor accepted a verdict of not guilty and Rush was dismissed.
The article argues prosperity follows good clothes and a sharp personal appearance. It claims business success hinges on look and fit, urging men to buy suits in sizes 750, 850, 1000, 1250, 1500 and higher from a stock of stylish, attractive garments.
Burglars blew open the Southinniapes Company safe and the store of WOM Vugins at Waynesville in a daytime burglary. Two strangers suspected, described as about 20, smooth face, worn collar, and later seen fleeing toward the Atlantic Location line. A blacksmith shop near the scene was also broken into. A posse formed but the men remained at large.
Mazatlan reports only one death from the plague yesterday with three grave cases at the lazaretto. One hundred people under observation were released. The charity committee distributed funds over $2200 to relief the poor, with relief efforts praised for care and energy.
A local advertisement notes fair pricing for overcoats with six dollar options. It contrasts these low priced coats with competitors and emphasizes no tricks in the six dollar sale. The piece references Knox Hats and various clothing stores promoting mid grade outerwear.
President Roosevelt delivered a moving tribute at a Canton banquet honoring McKinley, praising his leadership in Cuba and the Philippines, the war’s outcomes, and the nation’s unity. The event drew top officials including Judge Day, General Wood, and Secretary Root, with a reception at the Beverly Hotel following the speech.
Representatives from Philadelphia and Newark mills say stock is exhausted and demand outstrips production. They report a six week forward sales outlook and propose price ranges for skeins and warps, predicting further increases soon while urging buyers not to oversell.
A dramatic advertisement extols Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a vegetable kidney and bladder cure. It claims kidneys drive illness, notes testimonials from elderly patients, and offers free samples by mail along with a sales pitch to readers of the Atlanta Daily Constitution.
Chattanooga Tenn January 3 special deputies Henry Anderson and Willan Roth of Twiggs county Georgia tracked through to lay a charge of complicity in the murder of an elderly man named Nobles. Mrs Mary Nobles and Gus Lambles are serving penitentiary terms for the same murder. The victim was killed with an ax and hidden in a crib. Nobles suspected but Frye denied identity. officers insist they know him and seek arraignment. Meanwhile Tom Davis of Quitman died after months of illness. He was a longtime agent for the South Georgia Railway and left a widow two children and two brothers. Funeral held at the Methodist church with Knights of Pythias participation.
A report from January 2 notes Waseras! and JB Folcombe exploring for oil near Waycross. Experts claim indications of oil exist underground though depth and exact location remain undetermined. A full report will be issued in a few days after further surveys.
A historic cotton factory in Gearget built early and modernized will be sold under a United States Court order issued by Judge Wi T Newman. The property must bring two thirds of its appraised value for sale to be confirmed. John H Reynolds of the First National Bank has aided in recovery and operation.
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