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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1915
Page
6
A diamond breastpin valued at 500 dollars was robbed from Mrs P L Fuller of 18 Porter Place as she walked home near 8 p m Monday night. A white man snatched the pin from her waist and fled toward Peachtree Street. Officer Kirk investigated after she cried for help and reported the incident to police.
A promotional notice claims Resinol ointment and soap stop itching and burning from eczema with first use. It asserts doctors have prescribed the treatment for twenty years and offers free samples, with the product sold by all druggists and available from Resinol in Baltimore, Md.
In Los Angeles on July 12 thousands of Elks attend a reunion as the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and related events convene. Baltimore and Atlanta begin campaigns for the next Elk reunion while Seattle hosts fifty thousand visitors for the imperial council of nobles of the Mystic Shrine with plans for temple dispensations at Manila Houston and Knoxville.
Atlanta officials meet to discuss a court of inquiry aimed at Chief Beavers amid claims of harboring suspicious activity at the Empire hotel. Council members weigh investigations into locker clubs, saloons, and mayoral stances on beer ordinances and outside influences.
Columbia July 12 Gov Manning calls governors of thirteen Southern states to attend a meeting of the house of southern governors at Charleston during the Southern Commercial congress. The state capitol would be moved to Charleston during the congress sessions. Military mobilization is ordered for a joint naval and state troops display.
A fire at the dry cleaning establishment of M. Wise at 601 Peachtree Street caused about 3500 in damage mid Monday night. Patrolman Kirk discovered the blaze and called in companies 11 and 4. The report notes an electric iron and cloth ignition. The tale also recalls large past remittances to China and kerosene lamps in missionaries' homes.
Atlanta Turn Verein secretary Carl A. Kuebler and club officials deny city detectives found liquor or disorder during a Sunday visit. He said the buffet room was cool with fans on and no drinks served, and the 43 year old club has never had disorder. Docketed cases against Turn Verein and Freund Khaitabund officials to be heard in recorder's court.
Police are told by Joe Jung and Lam Joe that about 3800 dollars from the Atlanta Chinese lodge of Free Masonry treasury disappeared. Funds were raised to aid the elderly, send Chinamen home, and fund defenses if war arises. Treasurers Gie Kuck Som and brother Gie Tom Lee are sought. detectives hunt for Som while the lodge offers a reward for the capture of the missing funds.
Obituaries note the deaths of J Lambert aged 37 from a stroke, Mrs. Hugh W. Douglas age 44, Mrs. Obediah Hendrick, Mrs. M J Witherspoon widow, and Mrs. Martha Bostwick aged 59, listing survivors including spouses, children, and relatives across Atlanta, Powder Springs, Jackson, Paris, and Stockbridge with interment plans at Jackson, Ga.
Mrs Frances de Smith of 7 Ormond Street died Monday at 10 AM. Survived by her husband William G Smith and children Frances, L K, H B, L oF Smith, and brother Thomas Churchill. Also named Arlene McLarin, 14, of Adamsville Gia, and Jonas Strauss, 64, of 44 Washington Street. Floyd Whitfield, 31, died at 98 Jefferson Street. Howell C Cloud, 5 months, son of A J Cloud, died at 3 Bellgrade Avenue. C C Kelly, 75, died at a private hospital. home Ola Fort Tenn. Survived by wife.
In Atlanta, the Strand showed Damon and Pythian, a six reel photo play praised for its spectacular photography and lavish sets. Stars Cleo Madjean William Worthington Anna Little and Herbert Rawlinson headline with an enhanced seven piece orchestra. the production draws wide endorsements from educational groups and 750000 Pythians.
The city council enters committee week with finance, health and tax panels meeting this week. Traffic concerns at the Grand theater prompt a call for an on duty officer by traffic chief Alugh Cardoza. Mayor Pro Tem Ike Ragsdale welcomes news of a newborn, while citizens complain of crematory odors and a need for a city auto for inspectors. Bell Street Bridge repairs are planned with a $600 temporary fix. Playground programs show strong attendance growth as baseball and volleyball schedule weekly games across multiple parks.
Councilman Jesse B. Les quits the alderman race in the fifth ward and cites his reason. Lee advocates a practical builder as tax assessor candidate to replace J. N. Malone at the term’s July start. Water office staff process nearly 3,000 checks as customers mail 60 cent minimum payments. Maddox Park lake opens with about 1,000 swimmers and preparations for women’s access and tennis courts. Mayor Woodward plans a long trip abroad, seeking to escape council bickering while Mrs. Woodward and Miss Woodward tour the West touching Seattle and Yellowstone park robber incident
In Georgia, Rep William Schley Howard credits Vitalitas with curing his indigestion after two bottles. He says the remedy, promoted by Jacous Pharmacy at 23 Whitehall Street, offers relief from stomach and liver ailments and other digestive issues, boosting health.
Chicago July 1 1915 Final session of the Christian Endeavor convention adopted resolutions calling all church workers to unite for a saloonless United States and world peace. Delegates from fourteen foreign countries and five warring powers spoke on Christianity and peace. Memorial services honored deceased board members and field workers. Daniel A. Paling acting president gave the closing message. New York City awarded the 1917 meeting and Winnipeg the 1919 convention.
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