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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1910
Page
3
An advertisement touts steam heating for residential use at 35 dollars per room. It promises full piping and installation, a first-class satisfactory job, and the cleanest most up-to-date sanitary steam heating system. The copy extols reduced costs and the aesthetic appeal of steam heat.
The Labor Day committee of the Atlanta Federation of Trades met to plan the parade. They considered wearing uniforms, skipping carriages, and new features to attract crowds, with leaders including B. Marks and N. H. Kirkpatrick guiding the effort.
Berne Switzerland July 18 the International railway Congress adjourned at noon after adopting the conclusions of sections and planning to reconvene in Berlin in 1915 Franklin K Lane and W F Allen were elected to the permanent international commission George W Simons of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway was reelected The session attracted about 1500 government and private railway representatives from nearly all civilized countries and the United States was represented by sixty experts.
New Orleans July 18 claim American artisan George Harrington a machinist formerly at Cristobal dry dock is now a roaming tramp after alleged inhuman treatment as a penal camp inmate at Forto Blo Panama a group of American citizens on the Jethmun seek an investigation and the Times Democrat reports that Harrington was arrested in Colon for refusing to pay for a beer.
Macon reports say the fruit situation is improving with about 16 cars sent and more arrivals today. Central of Georgia Railway notes fewer losses, ongoing arrangements with Armour car lines for equipment and refrigeration, and hopes to move most fruit with prompt loading.
After an extensive state tour W J Speer expresses strong confidence in reelection as state treasurer. He cites assurances from county reports and friends across the state, predicting victory in over 100 counties. He notes the cotton crop is severely damaged, while the corn yield should be better and average.
Anac Melton announces candidacy in the county legislative race. A Dawson resident, prominent farmer and cotton buyer, Melton plans an active canvass before the primary next month.
New Orleans July 1 A threatened street car strike was averted as 2,000 motormen and conductors voted to accept a three year contract with a graduated wage scale. The first year 22 1/2 cents, second year 28 cents, third year 30 cents per hour, replacing the previous 22 1/2 cents. The Australian ballot system was used and discussions moved past 9 PM at the hall.
A stream of land transfers including mortgages, warranty deeds, and quit claims listed for parcels on Cooper Wetherby Oak Wood and other streets. Transactions involve Atlanta Banking and Savings Company W P Walring G E Johnson and others with values from 325 to 2400 dollars and various street corner lots.
Countess M Lavinia Magri known as the midget wife of Tom Thumb arrives from Europe. Despite aging she appears youthful and lively, spends much time abroad, and plans an autobiography while continuing vaudeville and private life. She has toured Europe extensively and remains active in travel and social circles.
A Winfield Louisiana Commercial Club filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission a complaint against the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway and other carriers. It accuses railroads of unjust discriminatory rates favoring other Louisiana Mississippi towns, seeking equal freight charges for Winfield. Masters of Norwegian vessels in port were warned that ships under the Norwegian flag cannot enter Buisfields Nicaragua except at owner risk, reflecting fallout from Nicaragua’s revolution and the role of Gulf port fruit ships shipping arms and men to factions.
A compact local notice lists rail arrivals at Seaboard and train times to Washington and New York. It records property transactions: quit claim and warranty deeds between W. Dobbins, Ata McCullough, and J. M Fors, plus a loan secured deed, a Traders Company mortgage, and a bond for title.
New York reports an added indictment count in a bankruptcy case involving a piano manufacturer. Attorney Benjamin Lesker explains creditors’ petition failed as buyers shift from pianos to cars. A London showman’s ostrich act disrupted a music hall, prompting an apology and a shift to a new orchestra.
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