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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1921
Page
13
The Constitution reports Clark Howell criticizes the altercation between General Lu and allied figures. The piece notes Howell’s stance on the incident and suggests only limited accountability for the generals involved.
The Constitution lists subscription options and rates including 2 weeks 1 month and longer terms. It notes sale arrangements, distribution through New York city stands and locations, and the Raleigh Hotel office. The paper emphasizes it is not responsible for advance payments to out of town dealers or agents and credits Associated Press dispatches.
The article argues against a rapid shift to a graduated income tax and away from ad valorem duties, urging full hearings and warning of unchecked legislative power. It then assesses Georgia district agricultural schools, praising Tifton’s program and calling for uniform standards across all twelve schools under state law. It also previews the Southern Forestry Congress in Atlanta, stressing conservation, education, and broad participation.
A collage from The Thomasville Times Enterprise includes verses about hopeful days ahead and weather musings. It features songlike lines on harvests and brighter times, a river fishing scene, a humorous note about Ezra Perkins misplacing horses, and light quips on hot weather and a refrigerator as Lilah’s glory.
The Augusta Chronicle reported on district schools amid calls to junk them. Reports from Gran ge Hill, Tifton, Americus show enrollments of 207 with 197 boarders, 186 with 167 boarders, and 167 enrollments. schools date to 1906 and handle oil and fertilizer and pure food revenues.
A Georgia house debate on the Davis highway bill may occur today or tomorrow. Proponents urge equitable motor vehicle tax distribution to counties while preserving a state wide highway system. Critics warn against dismantling federal aid eligibility and demand prudent, unified road planning.
In Washington Square rear courtyards Manhattan workers and locals seek respite in small French run cafes. Waiters speak many tongues and verses of Paris, Monte Carlo and Shanghai color the scene. Caruso is said to dine there, while Mama and Papa preside at the cash desk.
A letter from Ararat temple Kansas City to Henry Heinz potentate Yaarab temple invites Atlanta Shriner legionnaires attending the American Legion convention in Kansas City October 31 to November 2 to be well cared for if they are Tar rah temple Shriners. The temple asks for the names of eligible individuals through Fonville McWhorter at Central Bank and Trust corporation.
Marietta Shriners prepare an all day and night program for Yaarab Temple officers and members at the Marietta Shrine club next Wednesday. The schedule includes a city park band concert by the Yaarab Million-Dollar band a fancy drill by the prize winning patrol stunts by the degree team a street parade and a dinner at Marietta Golf Club from 3 to 11 o clock.
A fragment from a health column critiques medical jargon about splanchnoptosis and splanchnic anhedonia. It describes symptoms linked to underweight, digestive trouble, and neurasthenia, and outlines suggested remedies such as bed rest, inverted postures, gradual exercise, fat gain, and occasional artificial supports.
JC Wade of Cornelia voices frustration over Georgia district agricultural schools receiving insufficient state funding. He argues teachers are paid half salaries and last year’s wages remain unpaid. He calls for full funding to elevate schools nationwide, urging a statewide system with a school board to ensure proper schools in every county. The letter dates to July 14, 1921.
Three poisoning cases were treated Sunday and returned home by Monday. Mrs. W. W. Manier of 13 Central avenue was found to have taken iodine and, after urgent care at Dr. Noble's Sanitarium, was released. C. B. Blankenship of 629 Pulliam street was taken to Grady hospital with suspected iodine poisoning but diagnosed with mild alcohol poisoning. Mrs. Irene Jones of 486 Pulliam street was admitted with excessive medicine intake but was not seriously ill.
Four city license holders faced show cause citations after a police committee session. F P Johnson near beer saloon at 22 West Alabama street Will Robertson rooming house operator at 290 1 2 West Fall street Amos Roberts grocer at 123 Butler street and Martis Banks a restaurant operator at 14 Piedmont avenue were accused of selling whisky on their premises.
A nostalgic look back at journalism from fifty years ago noting political dominance in news, scarce women’s coverage and nameless or partial names in public affairs, with a social reference to Carroll Payne and Buddie Hill at a masquerade ball attendance.
A 1871 society note teases out names from a masqued ball at Chalybeate Springs near Warm Springs. It hints matchmaking era belles like Mia Mary Carter and Mrs Joonson of Atlanta, noting weekly prints and bathing suit photos amid decline of old resort life.
Georgia association resolutions urge attendance at the Southern Forestry Congress in Atlanta July 20 to 22 192? focusing on timber lands conservation and reforestation. The text calls for protective commissions and state action to safeguard Georgia’s forests for future generations.
An Atlanta woman once with two dollars in resources was rescued by American Rescue Workers after falling near starvation. She received food and rest at the 26 Capitol Avenue home and soon began aiding others. Another case concerns a grandson caring for an aged grandmother. he is ill and seeks clothing and shoes for both, with requests directed to the same home.
Announcement announces the opening of the Dental Sanitarium on August 1 under Dr. O. Lee Chesnut at 71 Capitol avenue. It is Atlanta’s first such facility with rooms for out-of-town patients. In charge are Dr. Chesnut Dr. H. C. Rippy and Mrs. Elizabeth W. Sherrill supervisor.
Forecaster C. F. von Herrmann says widespread showers likely today and Tuesday. He does not expect big temperature changes, noting the public prefers the steady 70s to the recent 90s.
A Columbus Sun writer notes a masquerade at Chalybeate Springs featuring Atlanta guests led by Misa Nannie Cortt as Madame Fompadour and Mrs Joe Tp n as Mary Queen of Scots. Miss Buddie Hill and Miss Fredereka Tor charm in role and dance. Miss Lizzie Morgan and Miss Mary Ctr of Cartersville attend the sole summer social noted in The Constitution.
Heated debates mark Monday session as the constitutional amendments committee reports unfavorably on all local bills. Moore's proposed joint committee to curb local legislation is opposed, and other measures on libraries, Feach county creation, and suffrage reform face delays or defeats.
A brief praise service at 2:30 Tuesday will feature the Christian and Missionary Alliance revival in its third day at Gospel Tabernacle 78 Capital Avenue. The event precedes the 3:20 p.m. main service. Paul Rader’s coming as Moody Church pastor and Alliance president is awaited with interest. R. A. Forrest notes a 24 hour definite announcement. Speakers include Luke Rader C E Eicher E J Richards and Miss Mary Butterfield with further addresses at 10:30 a.m. 6:45 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. sessions.
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