Howell denounces aldermen over Peters street franchise fight
Captain Evan P. Howell addresses Aldermen Kilpatrick Welch and Pierce, denouncing amendments aimed at killing the Peters street franchise for a competing line. He argues the defeat harms Atlanta, cites public support for a viaduct and modern streetcar, and calls for a legislature to resolve compensation terms before January. He asserts city interests over corporate monopolies and pledges to stand with the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilpatrick
Welch
Pierce
Evan P. Howell
Seventh Ward Citizens’ Committee
Peters Street
Howell
West End
Atlanta Railway
and Power Company
Atlanta
Atlanta Railway and Power Company
Kmtt
Rapid Transit
Sae
Alderman Fierce
Aldergranite
Rapla Transit Company
Board of Aldermen
Ourepokei
Aly
Fourth Ward Committee Slates Alderman Welch Allegations
The Fourth Ward Committee accuses Alderman M. M. Welch of breaking pledges to support street railroad competition and accuses him of 21 year and 50 year franchise schemes favoring the Atlanta Rapid Transit Company and the Atlanta Railway and Power Company. It charges concealment, bias, and deliberate manipulation to kill Boulevard and Peters Street franchises, urging public scrutiny and vows to persist until justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Ward
Citizens’ Committee
Welch
M. M. Welch
Atlanta Rapid Transit Company
Tranait Company
Atlanta Railway and Power Company
Turing
Hunter Street
Forrest Avenue
Smyatn
Boulevard Extension
Atvveara
Capitol Avenue
Boulevard
Atlanta Tantd Franatt Company
Capital Avenue
Atlanta Railway
Aeme
Pierce
Hlm
Peters Street
Atlanta Route Traffic
Euclid Avenue
Augusta
Cherokee
Jet
Railway and Power Company
Rapid Transit Company
Raiway and Power Company
J. Frank Beck
J. B. Nulson
TB. Williams
Jrc
Lo Perrier
Pof Clarke
Ho AL Kellam
Francs
CART
Stanfon
WIT
Kon
Wer
Fravenel
Wloh Warns
Carey
Crane
Crag T Hopkin
Fourth Ward Committee
How Atlanta Keeps Cool in Summer Weather
A historical column argues against trivial how to keep cool pieces and praises authoritative discussion. It highlights Atlanta’s cooling options via trolley rides to suburbs, noting increased streetcar travel, popular routes like Decatur, Lakewood, and Brookwood lines, and peak use between 4 and 6 PM with extended Sunday service to offer relief from heat.
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Atlanta
Decatur
Lakewood
East Point
Brookwood
Grant Park
East Lake
Keeping Cool in Atlanta On A Hot Sunday
The piece surveys summer habits in Atlanta with emphasis on beverages like soda and ice cream, clothing trends, and the rise of electric fans. It notes meat reduction in heat, shirtwaist fashion woes, and the prevalence of cool retreats such as Natatoriums and Piedmont Driving Club, highlighting public spaces, businesses, and social routines aimed at enduring high temperatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haberdashers
Atlanta
In & Mageure
Engst Lake
Lakewood
Capitol
Piedmont
One Fare to Dalton and Return Offered by Railroads
Round trip tickets from Atlanta to Dalton and back at half fare apply for the Fifth Regiment encampment on July 1, 22, and 23, with a dual unit on July 24, 1902, signaling available comforts and travel options to attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalton
Atlanta
Dallon
Fifth Regiment
Chattanooga
Lookout Mountain
Southern railway round trip offers to Buffalo and Niagara Falls
Detriot and return rail fare advertised for July 23, 2, and 24 with final deposit by August 1. Promoted as a cheap trip to the lake region via the Southern railway direct line, stressing quickest travel and a chance to visit Buffalo and Niagara Falls. Includes other travel offers and local promotions with various prices and vendors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Southern Railway
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Great Lake Region
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
Brooke Morgan
I A
Atlante
Trolley Franchise Plans Promising Universal Fare Reform
A proposal outlines a trolley franchise extending over streets designated by JT. three cent fare and free transfers are intended as universal rules nationwide soon, unless corruption blocks implementation.
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Captain Howell
S. Card
Iveigne
Lafum
Ward
Erekty Dei
Anderson's
Anteed
Sporting
Rttanmaa Maa Eo
Riiaeees
Depen
John Henry
Billy Baxter
Planta
George Ade
John M. Miller Co
Marietta Streat
Tyner
Dobbs and Wey
North
Pryor
Chicago Chronicle
Tom Johnson
Common Council of
Philadelphia
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