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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1910
Page
3
Mrs Turner, previously bedridden at home, is improving and showed a marked recovery last night. Grant Park zoo displays two new ground hogs from Colorado, gifts of Ben Hogenthal, described as cute and clever by visitors.
Statistics from the department of commerce and labor show United States trade with noncontiguous territories for the just ended fiscal year at about 130000 dollars. The contrast with 1897’s 36000000 in trade is noted, with eleven months of the last year marking substantial shipments to Porto Rico Hawaii the Philippines Guam Midway Tutuila and Alaska and related imports to the United States. The Philippines saw the largest gain due to tariff act changes, with ten months ending May 1910 valued at 16647.41 dollars vs 8840.429 in 1909. Exports for the same periods rose from 15146.415 in 1909 to 160?36 in 1910.
Washington reports a surge of bright yellow black-lined caterpillars in city trees reaching the White House grounds. Officials announce a vigorous campaign against the infestation with spraying of ammonia and arnica on lime under way to protect the trees and surroundings.
At a meeting of the Evangelical Ministers association in Atlanta a committee was appointed to draft resolutions opposing prize fights including the Reno Johnson bout. Dr. Holderby, Moore Memorial church, preached against boxing as a disgrace, urging a moral revolution in education and society.
Columbus Ga July 10 Special A remarkable showing for the Columbus Waterworks Company under federal court receivership over the past years a report to Judge Newman by Branding Master Goethius states assets preserved and enhanced The receiver reports $100 000 improvements to the system paid off floating debts met operating expenses and leaves a balance of about $20 000 largely toward bonded debt Major W S Greenstreet veteran cr sees a buldise up and improving pri w ov the property
Multiple Athens and Waycross notices report deaths and funerals. Mrs. W A Capps and Mrs W W Turner are mourned by families in Athens with services led by Reverends E L HIll and R W Wright, while attorney William F Crawley and Mrs J C Van Epps receive funeral arrangements and services in Waycross and at Central Presbyterian Church respectively.
treasury officials expect gold imports from Europe to reach about 40 million dollars by Christmas. during the last fiscal year the united states drew 50 million dollars in gold losses, while a net gold loan of about 42.6 million dollars was recorded. imports from July to April totaled 13.25 million with exports at 27.03 million.
Ghent July 10 Daniel Kinet a renowned Belgian aviator was badly hurt when the rudder failed at height causing his aircraft to roll and plunge into a wheat field He is believed fatally injured Kinet set world records for solo flight at Mourmelon May 16 lasting two hours and 51 minutes.
Governor Brown detained in Atlanta on pressing business while Hoke Smith offers no reply to Watson's income tax letter. A Marietta speech by Joe Hill endorses Brown, signaling a voters verdict two years hence. Smith returns from Murray county and endorses the income tax in prior statements. The legislature moves to the income tax, registration law reform, and solicitor system overhaul as the session heats up.
Tonight at the courthouse the Second and Third Ward Club plans a grand rally. President George Walker calls all members to attend promptly at eight, as important business will be discussed and committee reports reviewed on public improvements for the south side.
In Savannah a friendly suit filed to partition a Weston bequest to the Episcopal dioceses of Atlanta and Georgia is before Judge Paul B. Seabrook. The case concerns proceeds of Glynn and Camden county farms and the Georgia diocese argues the estate cannot be divided. residuary heirs may contest if division is attempted. Witness Bishop C. K Nelson and chancellors R. C. Alton and W. K. Miller attended. A decision from Judge Seabrook will follow.
Savannah Georgia July 10 Special Savannah companies of the First Infantry regiment left for Chickamauga park to take part in war maneuvers. Colonel Mo J O Leary led with Majors George H Richter C Richardson and RV Martin all of Savannah. Troops left on two special trains over the Central of Georgia with sections assembling at Milen Macon and Brunswick. The Georgia Hussars with 48 officers and men left later with horses fully equipped. First Regimental Adjutant W G Legen resigned from command due to business commitments.
Delightful day trip to the seashore by A B and A H R on Tuesday July 12. Trains depart Atlanta at 7 20 am and 8 15 pm sleepers on the later run. Reserve seats at City Ticket Office 70 Peachtree Street. Phones Bell Main 11 Atlanta 223.
The South Side Players present three comedies at the Little Lyric theater on Orleans near Grant Street next Friday at 8 pm. The program features The Trial of Wing Fing The Long Lost Nephew and The Convention of Realistic Readers. Admission 10 cents for adults and 5 cents for children to cover expenses. The group, popular in Grant Park, includes talented dramatic artists among its members. A police chase ends without capture as a burglar and a sack of Capitola Flour are mentioned in a stray note.
Statesboro Ga July 10 special Congressman Charlee G Edwards addressed a large crowd at Bulloch county courthouse. He denied charges by Thomas EB Watson and others and said his enemies would rather torch him than win. He rejected accusations over Cannon tenure and Claude Bennett speechwriting and received hearty applause.
In Americus Georgia on July 16 a pistol duel ended with John Perry fatally shot by Arthur Sheely a Black peach picker. Sheely reportedly robbed Perry of his wages and shot him when confronted. Perry died once, survived three times, and then surrendered to authorities.
City officials debate pension reach under city charter amendment. They note Henry Holcombe and Professor Fags could qualify. Roughly fifteen to seventeen retirees from city roles may gain, with some teachers possibly meeting service but not age requirements.
Real estate leader MT Thrower lauds Atlanta south side as best for investment and residence. He notes a new six story store at Mitch el and South Pryor streets and claims improving public improvements. He cites fine residences, cottage homes, and strong railroad frontage around Terminal station as signs of growth and a bright future.
G C Bchemp of Washington bought the Wilson plantation on the Flint river near Albany. The 3,000 acre site will be planted with pecans after expert approval from Professor Craig of Cornell. Over 7,802 acres in Dougherty county have been sold to northern and western buyers for pecan development. Cornell students Watson and Law survey the Wilson estate for new owners.
Rome Ga July 10 Special His mind unbalanced on religion O M Bannister farmer living in Cedartown was arrested Saturday afternoon after roaming Vanns valley field and acting queerly. He left home in a buggy for Bush Arbor church but jumped into a cornfield and shouted until officers detained him. His father brought him home and he will likely be sent to a sanitarium for treatment. Newly Weds in Trouble. The misoct Inteate-tinner delayed bread on the road by Abas thing shortly smoothed out by telephoning for Captiva Flour.
Savannah colored article notes Secretary Arthur W Solomon travels to Augusta to recruit Augusta authorities for a Savannah to Charlotte and Pinehurst NC route next fall. He aims to see Springfield road viability and rally motorists from Macon Atlanta and other cities to join in Augusta. Warships to be sold and naval order details follow.
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