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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1902
Page
14
In Toccoa Georgia readers are reminded of the famed remark Where Was I at said to originate from an intoxicated Washington legislator The piece notes Toc coa as a beloved summer retreat with pure air beautiful drives and other modern city amenities The writer also records several local enterprises visited and described during the outing
The piece promotes Had dock Inn at Toccoa Falls as an ideal summer spot with 186 foot waterfall views, a four acre lake, boating and fishing from the veranda, three stories, modern amenities, a savory cuisine, and ample guest capacity. It notes farm raised dairy, a surrounding forest, and urges readers to request a booklet from E PR Simpson, the proprietor. It also mentions nearby textile mills with 8000 spindles and 216 looms, employing about 200 operatives, and outlines shipping shifts to the west and now to San Francisco.
D J Simpson of Toccoa markets Peerless steam engines, praised for quality as a standard among 2000 machinery firms. He has specialized in engines since 1890, building a regional reputation for enterprise and fair dealings across five or six counties.
The article explains how vast cotton goods production is by detailing the Toccoa mill’s modern, brick complex. It notes the facility’s length and breadth and positions the mill as representative of southern production. It emphasizes large annual output to meet immense demand.
The Toccoa Banking Company, founded in 1889, plays a major role in local finance with a paid capital of 50 000 dollars, surplus and profits around 16 000, and average deposits near 125 000. It pays 12 percent annual dividends to stockholders and offers loans, discounts, and collections with prudent, liberal service. Officers include B Yow as president, W A Matherson as vice president, and W R Bruce as cashier.
A Georgia furniture firm, led by J. B. Simmons with D. M. Reeves and DA Antry, operates two large two story plants and two kilns, employing about seventy five to produce medium grade furniture and builders material. The firm also runs a general merchandise store and serves Georgia, South Carolina and Alabama.
Pawnee Okla July 12 The Pawnee county grand jury has presented to the federal court a report charging Horace Speed United States attorney for Oklahoma with conspiracy to defraud the county in tax collection on Osage reservation work in 1899 and 1908 The panel recommends swift suit to recover 3789 Speed spent on the contract
Hartwell Georgia thrives as cotton goods manufacture by the Witham Cotton Mills expands. The mill, with 6006 spindles 102 looms and 3000 twister spindles, employs over 200 operatives paid about 3000 dollars monthly, boosting schooling and welfare. Officers include Asa G. Candler president Wm S Witham financial agent H M Griffin general manager and Asa G Candler Jr secretary treasurer.
D C Alford & co. stands as Hartwell’s largest cotton fertilizer and farm machinery dealer. The firm operates a two-story warehouse setup with railroad access, handling cotton, planting supplies, pumps, buggies and wagons, and fire insurance from major companies. Partners Alford and McAlpin Thornton are noted for community support and business acumen, with Thornton cited as a World Fair district commissioner and bookkeeper.
Hartwell's Handsome Banking Institution the Hartwell Bank stands as a model in Hartwell with a $40,000 capital, $23,000 surplus, and a history since 1689. The bank features a large fireproof vault and double time lock, plus robbery and hold up insurance. Officers E B Benson J W Williams and W Peek have decades of service and community prominence. Directors include E B Benson J W Williams S W Peek D C Alford and J D Matheson.
The Atlanta Clearing House Association shows a strong year over year surge in weekly and monthly clearings. For the week ending yesterday clearings reached 2 98 967 82, up from 1 806 169 94 a year ago. The six month total favors this year by 8 045 491 25, signaling continued prosperity.
The Farmers and Merchants bank in Hartwell, begun February 1, 1900, or 1910, reports growth in deposits and loans with a capital of 25000 dollars, surplus and undivided profits around 1000 dollars, average deposits about 25000 dollars, and modern safety vault. Officers include A N Alford president I Kidd vice president J H Hodges cashier Clarence Linder assistant cashier. Directors are Alford Kidd Bradley Agnew Linder McMullan P Mcmullan.
Mayor Mims announced he will defer plans for a Georgia mayors convention. He may ask Macon Mayor Bridges Smith to lead and issue the call to meet in Macon during the Southern Interstate fair or in the fall. Macon is central and accessible to the state.
The Boston Globe argues that new general wars are unlikely as costs outrun gains. It cites Napoleon’s thirteen years of war at about 1 billion, the US Civil War at 4 billion, and Britain’s three years of naval buildup, showing costs rise far faster than civilization’s profits.
Postmaster Blodgett plans installation of new apparatus at the Atlanta post office to speed mail handling, moving items from front to stamping rear. The fiscal year ending June 30 records strong growth across all departments, with 441,780 total registered letters and parcels handled. Bids are in for the new equipment and a contract will be awarded soon.
The Georgia Weekly Press Association sets its annual meeting for Quitman on July 15 and 16 with about two hundred state press representatives. North Georgia editors, many with families, travel from Atlanta tonight and depart Monday morning, arriving Monday night. The program includes morning and afternoon sessions with addresses, debates, and editor allotted three minutes to speak, followed by a community reception on the court house lawn and a country dinner at noon on the lawn.
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