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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1910
Page
11
A fragmented 1910 era collage notes prize fighting, Reno divorce gossip, airship talk, Roosevelt exposure, and political swings. It references Taft, Lodge, Can nan, and the insurgents while musing on journalism costs and upcoming elections.
The Georgia senate votes today on a federal proposal to amend the constitution to bar income taxes. The piece frames the issue as a test of Democratic loyalty, noting past party support for an income tax and urging ratification to avoid political ruin. It argues that Congress has pushed the matter to state legislatures and that Georgia’s stance will determine the party’s future viability.
Fulton county officials endorse restricting justices of the peace to their districts and urge legislative action. They urge a broad, clean sweep of the aging state justice system to curb abuses and modernize procedures amid rising court pressures.
The county commissioners agree to pave Capitol avenue Washington street south of the city and Peach tree from Fifteenth to Brookwood if sewer and water mains are installed. Delays by city authorities and slow connections delay the work, with Fifteenth street from Peachtree to Pitmont to be tackled once mains exist. Authorities urge city completion of its part to allow county paving to proceed.
The Nevada governor champions a staged prize fight as uplifting for the state saying it was on the square and beneficial. He extols Reno’s gambling scene as opening wealth potential while hundreds are left ruined by wagers and games of chance in the same era.
The text questions the impact of gambling and aggressive advertising on a state's moral climate. It argues that residents may not tolerate further exhibitions that degrade public virtue, suggesting national sentiment would object to a state allowing such influences.
The Georgia general assembly should approve measures to raise salaries for the supreme court and court of appeals judges. The senate has passed the court of appeals salary bill increasing to five thousand dollars a year and it returns to the house for concurrence. The piece argues for broader reform of judicial compensation to attract talent and ensure swift, impartial justice amid rising living costs.
The Atlanta city council prohibits exhibition of moving pictures of the Reno disgrace, arguing for public welfare and decency. The decision questions the future of prize fighting profits if such films are blocked, signaling a shift in national attitudes against brutal spectacles and racial menace.
A humorous regional critique of Georgia politicians during a congressional recess. It lampoons candidates, campaign antics, and the heat of summer, contrasting vacation habits with political postures, while weaving in local symbols and satirical lines about bills, temps, and public life.
James Eads How known as the Millionaire Hobo was held on $300 bail to keep the peace after attempting to address a meeting police had prohibited. He declined a police offer to be released if he would stop public speaking. Casper Koehler, president of Columbia Rowing Company and vice president of Tennessee Brewing Co, died at 72 while traveling in Berlin with his wife and daughter.
Augusta Georgia July 7 Special AP dispatches report Tom Desmuke killed his wife on the Savannah road near Augusta by slashing her throat in a two room cabin. A nine year old adopted daughter witnesses the atrocity sharing a gripping account of the scene and the dying plea to wash away the blood before Desmuke is arrested.
The Sunday Constitution promotes its First Baby Picture Contest with a $100 gold prize pool. Class 1 for under 2 years offers five prizes totaling 25 10 8 8 8 dollars. Class 2 for ages 2 to 4 offers prizes of 22, 10, and three of 4 dollars. Entries by Wesley Hirshburg of Whitehall Street, city. Clip the coupon to enter. cost six and a penny.
State Entomologist L Worsham warns transportation firms entering Georgia that cotton seed hulls lint or seed from infected states must be accompanied by an affidavit swearing the product did not come from an infected area. Violations will lead to seizure destruction and prosecution to protect Georgia's cotton crop.
Representative Ro Hardeman of Jefferson discovers a valuable gold ring buried two inches in mud on Ponce de Leon Avenue. He retrieved it with a cane and asks the owner to come to the capital, describe the ring, and claim it.
Macon Georgia on July 7 reports a local Shriner meeting finalizing details for a new temple. Potentate Glenn G Toole and aides outlined events for Tuesday: barbecue at Log Cabin club at noon, grand parade in the afternoon, and temple organization ceremonies at Hussars armory in the evening. About 1000 Shriners expected, invitations sent to Shriner units statewide.
Washington July special lists postmasters appointed in Rockingham in Appling County. Alexander and Nicholas named to offices, with E J Johnson and ML Reddick resignations noted, replacing Webster county positions under George W Sims.
The real estate agents of Atlanta will meet this afternoon at 4 in the chamber of commerce rooms to organize a real estate association. Four to five hundred agents in the city. aim to join a national organization, hold an annual banquet, and set rules to regulate business. The effort seeks to elevate the profession and aid Atlanta’s upbuilding with a lasting fraternity. A large attendance is expected.
The council plans a 2 PM special session to hear reports from two committees. One reviews waterworks filters bids, the other handles pensioning for city officers. The filters committee lists Chambers Vaughan Winn Johnston and Greer and meets at 10 AM in the mayor's office to decide on bids after a second round. The pensionals committee includes Grant Hancock Pittman Winn Pomeroy and meets at 1 30 PM.
In Macon Bibb county workers for ex Governor Hoke Smith held their first meeting at the county courthouse organizing a club for Bibb county. Judge A L Miller and Attorney Thomas Felder led the effort and plans were laid for a systematic campaign.
The geological department has issued a valuable report on Georgia public roads. It details road mileage and expenditures, road materials, and practical applications for better construction. Contact eight W McCallie, state geologist, to obtain a copy for two cents postage.
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