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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1906
Page
7
An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and urinary complaints. It promises a free book and bottle, urges mentioning the Atlanta Daily Constitution, and lists Binghamton New York as the address for the product. It claims broad healing effects and frequent nighttime and daytime urges.
At 1 35 this morning a severe earthquake rocked Bocorro south of Albuquerque New Mexico. Two or three quivers preceded a loud subterranean rumble and a rocking motion that woke residents. Buildings swayed walls cracked ceilings blew plaster. The tremors continued in intervals for about half an hour and were felt for eight hours with twenty distinct shocks reported.
Greensboro July 3 The Democratic state convention met with about 300 delegates. The only state officers nominated were chairman of the corporation commission and Franklin McNeill. the present incumbent was nominated by a large first ballot majority. Willam J. Bryan endorsed for president with former Governor Charles B Aycock for vice president. The resolution caused disorder but roll call passed. Chaffin Funeral Columbus Ga July 3 Special The funeral of George D Chaffin of Atlanta died at the Rankin house yesterday of heart failure. Interment at Enwood cemetery. Author of Possum Bill. Columbus Ga July 3 Special Hon G F C McCook celebrated his 76th birthday at Cusseta with a family reunion. McCook was author of the Possum bill.
A virulent cholera outbreak in Manila and nearby provinces reports Americans affected, multiple deaths, and quarantines near Fort McKinley. Officials warn natives underreport cases, while past epidemics in 1902 and 1805 are recalled to illustrate severity and control efforts.
Durban dispatch reports ongoing clashes with rebel Zulu forces. British columns engaged the vanguard, killing 380, while a larger Zulu force of about 8,000 remained at large near the forest. Battle operations continue as July 3 reports come in.
County commissioners in Decatur discussed a proposed partition of DeKalb into separate corporate bodies. Four commissioners split on the idea with Hopkins and Flake favoring change if roads improved, while Lively and Green opposed. McClelland opposed the plan, McNelly reported strong DeKalb prosperity and satisfaction with current conditions.
A federal government commission met in Washington on July 3 to start plans for government participation at the Jamestown exposition. Secretary Shaw chaired with Taft Bonaparte and Edwards, with Geddes named assistant secretary, to oversee arrangements. Plans include a granite Washington Monument replica, 100 feet high, base 30 feet square, with sites to be chosen for five government buildings and the Negro Development and Exposition Company exhibit. Construction must move quickly with ten months to opening.
The Teachers Association passed resolutions on the death of Miss Helen Franklin dated Monday June 25. They honor her as a bright popular member and longtime educator. The group expresses heartfelt sympathy to her mother brothers and sisters and asks copies be sent to the family and daily papers.
Ambassador and Mrs Reid hosted a luncheon at Dorchester House today for Congressman and Mrs Longworth. They met the Avatrian ambassador Count Von Mensdorff and Ladies Cura and Suffolk. Also present were Sir Cecil and Lady Spring-Rice.
Washington reports an ice shortage blamed on a conspiracy to raise prices. District Commissioner Weat seeks guidance on federal or municipal action, while Philadelphia authorities press cases against dealers suspected of conspiring to unlawfully boost ice costs.
Georgia Postal workers gather in Macon for a statewide convention led by President G. Hardeman. Large new membership is expected to join during the meeting. Sessions run at the post office with talks on important business matters. Macon hosts visitors from Jacksonville and Aeron An Taly.
After a meeting with Credit Men's Association representatives, the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce passed resolutions deploring speculation and supporting anti buck shop reforms. The bill, by Mr Boykin of Lincoln, aims to abolish bucket shops and commission houses in Georgia.
A fragmented report describes a fire at a Hamburg structure caused by a steeple mishap. The blaze spread rapidly, destroying a large portion of the building. Casualties and injuries are reported among residents, with authorities investigating.
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