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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1915

Page

8

Plans for two farms for Atlanta inebriates

Judge Johnson of the recorder's court advances a plan to establish two model farms on Ent renchment and Peachtree creeks to house white and black inebriates. The city would acquire 700 acres, seek 25600 for white and 15000 for the black farm, with self maintenance through employment and an honor system. If approved, construction would begin early next year and finish by spring.

Atlanta Peachtree Creek Entrenchment Creek Anance Committee Asa G. Candler James W. English Charles 5 Fudge Johnson Johnson Finance Committee

Dixie Endeavorers to Meet in Atlanta

Atlanta telegram confirms that the United Society of Christian Endeavorers picked Atlanta as next year’s all southern convention site, competing with Dallas and Birmingham. J W Crenshaw reported strong committee enthusiasm after presenting Atlanta’s case in Chicago, noting four divisions across the organization.

Atlanta United Society of Christian Endeavorers Chicago Christian Endeavorer Dallas Texas Birmingham Ala J. W. Crenshaw R. W. Crenshaw

Precision Eyewear Made To Your Prescription

Luglasses nemp your eyem wowtit they are made exactly rding to the Prescription of your ocullat with curves scientifically accurate and with a fine fah az nearly perfect as it is possible for the most skilled mechanic to attain Bring your ocullat prescription tow John L. Moore & Sons the Opticians 4 N. Broad St.

John L. Moore & Sons The Opticians N. Broad St

Grand Chancellor to be entertained by local Pythians

Atlanta Pythians will host Rev. Troy Beatty grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythias of Georgia as guest of Georgia lodge No. 163. A Friday reception will feature an address of welcome by John Smith and a deputy grand chancellor Jease Wood will speak for the local lodge. Music by W. Zrubner orchestra and solos from city musicians planned. Refreshments to follow. Committees include Newman, Laser chair. P Little. A H Wimberly. J T Smith. J H Liher. W C Thompson. L D Baker. W E Watking. George W Clayton. R J aig. H A Bishop. E G Atken.

Atlanta W. W. Zrubner Followin Newman Laser P. Little AH. Wimberly J.T. Smith Li Hier W. C. Thompson L. D. Baker W. E. Watking George W. Clayton, R. Jaig H. A. Bishop and E. G. Atken

Indictments Stoked Britain’s Protest Over Sacramento Case

Indictments in Washington spark British protest over alleged neutrality law violations by the steamship Sacramento former Hamburg American line. The ship cleared San Francisco for Valparaiso carrying cargo later passed to a German squadron. An alleged German officer aboard reportedly directed operations near the Golden Gate and communicated with the fleet by wireless.

Sacramento San Francisco Valparaiso Falkland Islands Washington Golden Gates Valparaing

New 4-Inch Submarine Gun Perfected by Navy

Washington officials report the Navy has developed a new four inch disappearing gun for submarines. Secretary Daniels said most submarines already in service will receive the weapon, with future aircraft carry guns as well. The gun will be mounted on the submarine N-1 then under construction in New York, marking a major advance in undersea armament.

Washington Navy Department Bureau of Ordnance Iman Daniela New York Navien

Austria Expels Subjects From Albania Amid Move to Montenegro

Scutari reports the Austrian consul and staff expelled from Albania and escorted to the frontier. Austrian subjects and agents are being arrested and sent into Montenegro for internment.

London Reuter Cansul Albania Montenegro

Growing Power of the Newspaper Ad Seen by Williams

Talcott Williams of Columbia University spoke at the International Press congress in San Francisco, arguing that newspaper ads have risen to a higher moral level and responsibility. He said ads drive public opinion, enforce truth in advertising, and serve democratic institutions, with the press and ads shaping social law.

San Francisco Talcott Williams Columbia University School of Journalism Federa Solicitor and Dr. Willams International Press Congress Publc Hle England

Macon Terminal plans spark progress on new station project

In Macon Georgia today the Macon Terminal company notified tenants to vacate on a 30 day timeline as work looms on the $1,000,000 project. Arbitrators to settle property damage claims from condemnation will convene next week. A stockholders meeting is set for August 6 as railroads prepare to begin work on the long delayed station at Cherry and Firth Streets. The Central railway will invest about $1.6 million for stations and yards.

Maecon Speciat Macon Terminal Company Macon Cherry and Firth Streets Central Railway

Swedish Ship Zamora Seized Over Grain Cargo

Swedish steamer Zamora arrived in New York claiming cargo destined for Stockholm. British cruiser detained and towed Zamora to Kirkwall for ten days before Barrow, with cargo discharged. Washington protests British orders in council and burden of proof on shippers discussed amid neutral trading tensions. Also note over 3,000,000 natives educated in English since Philippines takeover.

New York Stockholm Sxirkwall Barrow-in-Furnoss Washington Kirkwall London Briseb Prise Orders In Council United States Philippines

City council acts on locker club licenses and streets

Sixteen locker clubs gain licenses by council approval after a police probe. five more await review on July 19. Budget moves include a school lab upgrade for Boys High, while Seventh Ward street oiling gets funding. Health official Kennedy seeks guidance to operate a new car. park inspector duties face pay disputes.

Ceneider Woodward Leenses Sionday Gentra Council Hiches Ogon Chibp Eective General Council Mronday Polica Edwin Johnson Police Committee

Mortuary notices from Ingleside to Rome in Georgia deaths

James H. McLendon of Ingleside near Decatur dies after lingering illness at age 5. Survived by wife and children including WB, HO, YF Selendon and several daughters. Body at residence. Also funeral notices for Adkins of Thomson, 33, survived by mother Belle and brother A. D. Ackins. Alonzo Harris, 62, dies near Rome. survived by wife and three sons. Laura A. Sherwood, 58, widow of G. G. Sherwood, dies. two daughters survive. Mary Allen Hilley, 42, dies at home. survived by husband and father. Mrs. W. T. Gibson, 62, dies in Rome. survived by husband, two sons and three daughters. Annis Solomon, 27, dies. survived by son Hugh Solomon and parents Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Wellborn.

James H. McLendon Ingleside Decatur Wb, HO YF Selendon Ta Patute Boozer J. J. Peters W. C. Simmons A. P. Owens Wutins Adking Thomson Fra Ee Entenna Alonzo Harris Rome Laura A. Sherwood A' S G. G. Sherwood Mia Helen Bartlett Annie L. Sherwood Patterson's Chapel Mary Allen Hilley Mary Allen Hillery State Street RL. Hilley J. B.slaughter W. T. Gibson North Broad Street Annie Solomon Annis Solomon Hugh Solomon W. Cc. Wellborn

Emory University to Start Four Building Projects

Architects were directed to draft preliminary plans for four new Emory University buildings including a law school theology dormitory and heating plant with a total estimated cost around half a million dollars. The university has 135000 in funds and seeks 36000 more from a October citizens campaign led by the Founders' Club.

Emory University Henry Hornbostte University Citizens For Atlants Asa G. Candler Law Theolbay Eishop James H. McCoy Birmingham W. D. Thomson Plato Durham Hishop Warren Candler

Olga Petrova Stars in The Heart of a Painted Woman

At the theater today Olga Petrova headlines in The Heart of a Painted Woman, a five part romance. One of the Popular Playa and Players' Petrova series, the work showcases her dramatic power with sensational situations amid a lively original plot created for Mme. Petrova.

Olga Petrova Petrova Mme. Petrova

Lightning Strikes Dawson Street Worker in Noon Shelter

Dawson Ga July report AP says William Fuller a city street hand was struck by lightning while taking shelter under a tree with three companions. He sustained a bad arm burn but recovered after a short while. The others were severely shocked but unharmed.

Dawson William Fuller

Mrs Alsop Injured After Struck by Auto near Winecoff

Mrs L F Alsop was struck on Peachtree Street in front of the Winecoff hotel Thursday night by a car moving away. She was taken to the Winecoff and later to her home at 11 West Baker Street. Police seek the driver. Alsop sustained facial and minor injuries.

Peachtree Street Winecoff Hotel

Two Americans Die in Submarine Attack on Angio Californian

Washington reports two Americans Richard Martin of Massachusetts and John Mahoney of New York were killed by shellfire from a German submarine that attacked the Angio Californian. Advices to the State Department via Consul General Skinner in London say the captain and eight crew members perished. The Angio Californian escaped the attack in July.

Washington Richard Martin Massachusetts John Mahoney New York State Department Skinner London

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