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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1921
Page
10
A young man described as suffering memory loss will be investigated by the jury Briday. Listed on dockets as No Name alias John Doe in a car breaking case, the Bollea found him wandering about several weeks ago.
An ad promotes Ironized Yeast tablets as a superior vitamin supplement derived from brewer's yeast. It claims to prevent anemia, neurasthenia, and tiredness by providing essential vitamins, with added tonics like iron. The product is marketed as a convenient ten day course for about one dollar, with guidance for children.
The Georgia House opens at 9 am to vote the General Tax Act, with a highway department substitute already settled. Debate targets carbonic gas tax and other finance provisions as business interests seek hearings on certain clauses while criminal cases loom next week.
Officials of the N. C. & St. L. railway announced a new freight service cutting the Memphis to Atlanta run to 26 hours and 15 minutes with July 26 rate changes. J. A. Sams, assistant general freight agent, said this will be the fastest schedule in the region handling perishable and dead freight.
For five hundred dollars Nicholas Ittner sold property at 198-200 Edgewood Avenue between Butler Street and Piedmont Avenue. The 55 by 145 foot lot fronts Edgewood Avenue and includes a dwelling and a store. George P. Moore handled the Realty details for Mrs. Williams.
Clinton Tennessee July 21 testimony centered on the murder of George Lewis and a near-fatal attack on Andrew Crumley of Knoxville. Crumley identified Charlie Petree and three others as the assailants, recounting the throat wound and the killing as he pointed out the defendants. Court activity drew large crowds amid unease over potential violence as jurors were seated.
The first meeting of the National Association of Stationery Engineers was held at 813 West Alabama Street on Tuesday night. Prominent engineers and city officials attended to discuss fuel shortages, conservation of resources, and cooperation with operating engineers for economical, efficient plant operation.
President W M Parks of Georgia Normal and Industrial College pledges full cooperation with Governor Hardwick in economy efforts. He would cut 10 percent in expenses and up to 30 percent if required, and is willing to come to Atlanta to take an open stand. He notes prior refusals to plead for funds due to state distress and says retrenchment has reduced faculty.
Friends of Jack Oliver announce his election to the board of directors of the American Cotton and Grain Exchange, Inc. in New York City. Oliver, formerly of Atlanta, spent years in Atlanta's advertising scene before moving to Chicago and joining Oliver & Houghton.
Aite Rock July 21 Mor gan Smith a member of the Arkane sas national guard at Camp Pike was fatally wounded Robert Martin was probably fatally wounded and James Greer seriously injured when a machine gun they were transporting in a new wan accidentally discharged
Local Kiwanis members are invited to a Saturday barbecue hosted by Arthur J. Norris, vice president of Norris Candy Co., at his Sirron Farms estate beyond Chamblee. The program will feature brief addresses by Mayor Key and Governor Hardwick. Walter Barnwell, Kiwanis president, says attendees should meet at the Masonic Temple on Peghtres Street at 3 p.m. and transportation will be provided for those without cars.
Dr A T Osbron president of the National School of EvEhOEy will address junior chamber members at the Chamber of Commerce building. His topic The Assurance of Success focuses on vocational guidance. Osbron is known nationally for psychology research and lectures under Pelethorpe University. 3 C Robinson secretary urges members to attend Palmer Blackburn third vice president leads program.
Senator Manson’s bill to create a state auditor office passed the senate with no opposition and heads to the house. It provides a two year term a $5000 salary audits of every department annually and annual reports to the legislature. Anson praised the move as a boost to a businesslike state government and curb waste. The Atlanta charter zone plan amendment also passed with tax and funding provisions for schools and zoning.
George W West of West Lumber announces candidacy for the Ninth Ward council seat after Robert H Jones Jr declines reelection. Opponent O K Ellis has stated he will run. Jones, incumbent and a noted Atlanta attorney, has served on the street committee.
Dr Thornwell Jacobs president of Oglethorpe University protests the Georgia Railway and Power Company plan to cut Camp Gorton line service to 44 minutes. He argues the university cannot operate on a 40 minute schedule and notes its $1,000,000 investment and $506,000 citizen support. He urges the railroad commission to deny the petition and preserve frequent car service for students and the city.
Paul Huggins of Atlanta killed himself in a Central of Georgia mail car at Opisthorpe as the train pulled in. He wrote a note to Mrs. Huggins before firing a fatal shot, outlining a few business matters. The body was taken to his wife’s relatives in Oglethorpe. Mrs. Huggins was informed by wire. He resided at 10 Cleveland Avenue.
Law action filed in Fulton superior court by H M Shivers a Jock Smith of 15 South Pryor street seeks 25000 dollars against Southern Bell and Telegraph company for alleged wrongful ejection from the ivy exchange and for spending a night in police custody after an employee ordered him out and called police. A military dance to aid veterans relief funds will be held at Taft hall on Friday with Atlanta Woman's club as chaperones.
Atlanta groups Seared Harpiagers and North Atlanta Christian Harmony will hold a singing convention at Brown Memorial church on Saturday and Sunday with dinners served both days. Public invited. College Directory notes the General Alumni Association published a directory listing 10,006 Virginia alumni. 82 Atlanta alumni appear, with 2905 Virginians and 17 Atlanta students enrolled in Georgia last year.
The special committee of the legislature to investigate the state highway department was formed at two meetings in the senate chamber. Senator Eis was elected chairman. Representative McMichael and Camp named as vice chairman and secretary respectively. A subcommittee to prepare for the investigation was named, with Hollorway, McMichael and Ellis. They will hire auditors and clerical staff and report Monday. The survey committee will oversee this work.
Resolutions opposing dance halls and pool rooms, introduced by Councilman Fred C. Woodall, to be reviewed at a joint 3 PM meeting of the tax and ordinance committees led by Alvin Richards and J. C. Murphey. Woodall would set a $300 annual license per pool venue and create a downtown pool room zone. The dance hall plan would restrict venues to specific downtown streets, likely reducing several halls on Peachtree Street and the north side.
Former Franklin Countians now living in Atlanta, nicknamed the Atlanta alumni, gathered at Grant Park for an old-fashioned basket dinner. The program included a history reading by alumni, and a big mass meeting is planned Sunday afternoon at Butler Street Colored Branch of the M G A. An social musical program is arranged and Dr. P James Bryant of Wheat Street Baptist Church will deliver the day’s address. The public is invited.
Funeral services for Mrs. George J. Boulton, formerly Miss Ethel Hand, were held Thursday in Meiga. She died in Niles, Ohio, a few days earlier and her body returned to the family home for burial. Mrs. Boulton lived in Atlanta for years, was active in church work, and a member of Second Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband Rev. George J. Boulton, one son Paul Boulton, and two sisters Mrs. Walter.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an examination for the elevator conductor position in Atlanta. July 37 vacancy in custodian service at $780 yearly. Male applicants preferred. Six months operating elevator experience required. Obtain full details and application blanks from the secretary, fifth civil service district, 514 Post Office Building, Atlanta.
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