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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1914
Page
8
Governor John M Slaton replies to Congressman Thomas W Hardwick in a sharp campaign statement opposing Hardwick’s stand on the parcel post system and the new federal currency measure. He quotes Hardwick’s words to show opposition and asserts Hardwick’s rebellious posture in public letters.
A historic ad touts a blood purifier, claiming rapid skin healing. It describes S S S cleansing the blood to rebuild skin and nerve tissue, promising dramatic improvement within minutes and urging readers to obtain a bottle via a local rogelst and avoid substitutes.
The letter war over parcel post unfolds with Mr Hardwick defending a limited parcel post to aid rural areas while opposing broad reform. He argues for government regulation via the interstate commission, while critics claim his stance favors express companies and hurts constituents. The exchange ties to currency reform and Wilson era policy, highlighting party alignments and regional loyalties.
Three bills were sent back to the senate judiciary committee with a recommendation not to pass. The mental anguish suit bill against telephone and telegraph companies faced opposition from Southern Bell and Western Union reps who argued no law allows such claims without physical injury and that the bill would intrude into a person’s soul.
The speech critiques Hon Thomas W Hardwick and Senator Bacons era, accusing overreaching legislative actions, federal tax burdens, and political maneuvering. It challenges printing campaign material at public expense and urges a Georgia voter referendum on the issues. John M Slatow notes defend against attacks and emphasizes prudent law familiarity.
The injunction suit filed by Dr JJ Foster of Fast Point to stop his son Dr A J Foster from entering the parental home has been dismissed. Hugh Howell, the father’s attorney, stated the differences were settled out of court in Fulton County Probate Court.
Notice states effective July 18, Union lines N., C., and Lt. L. Ry. inaugurated dining car service between Atlanta and Chattanooga on trams 92 and 93 with supper from Atlanta and breakfast from Chattanooga. Car service on trams 1 and 2 was discontinued the same day.
The Georgia Senate killed a bill by Senator Hale to increase senatorial districts from 44 to 60, with debates highlighting population distribution and county limits. Amendments by Senators Kean and McNeil were discussed amid sharp exchanges, and a companion resolution involving the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce drew debate before passage of an amended bill.
A special meeting of the Georgia Board of Pharmacy was called by Chairman J Hayne to convene Friday at 2:40 PM in Macon to elect a state drug inspector. Candidates should apply to Mr. C Jordan Monticello, secretary of the board.
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