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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1913

Page

10

Twenty Day Test Set for New Crematory Upgrade

City health chief John Jentzen announced a twenty day test of the new 260 000 crematory and said a disinterested engineer should supervise. The Destructor company plant is claimed to meet specifications but test is needed to confirm suitability for city demands. Major Tweodward awaits the final test with the plant expected ready in July.

John Jentzen Sanitary Department Destructor Company Jentzen Twe

Agricultural School Favored for Fifth District

House committee No 1 on general agriculture on Monday afternoon passed favorably on a bill to establish an agricultural school for the fifth congressional district. It was introduced in the house to Representative Smith of DeKalb county. It carries no appropriation.

Georgia Georgia State Senate Anderson State Board of Health Friends of the Bil General Judiciary Committee Senate Lee Wilkinson Wilkinson County Ocmulgece Dublin DuBose Beare Smith Sonrth McNel Allen Dickey Elking Stipp Superior Court Pulaski County McRas Wilcox County House Fth DeKalbounty

Southern Railway announces August sale for Baltimore trips

Baltimore service offers round trip tickets at 20.85 with sale starting August 1 and 3. Return by August 5. Travel features include electric lighted sleeping cars and dining cars on most convenient schedules.

Baltimore Southern Railway

Diamonds Demand Jump as Tariff Bill Passes Congress

Diamonds of the first quality rose in value at about 17 percent annually for eleven years, under a new tariff bill just enacted by Congress. The tariff on uncut and polished diamonds was increased by a notable percentage, signaling rising prices and urging investment before further advances.

Congress

Governor urges law to fill senate vacancies promptly

In a special message to the general assembly Governor Slaton warns that a U S senator vacancy would leave Georgia unrepresented in the senate until an election can be held. He notes the state lacks authority to fill temporarily and urges immediate enactment of a vacancy filling law this session.

General Assembly Slaton United States Senate

Mrs Heafer Becomes West Virginia Lawyer After Georgia Bar Denial

Mrs G McIntie Weaver who drew attention in Georgia for being denied the right to practice law after graduating from Atlanta Law School is now an practicing attorney in Berkeley Springs West Virginia In a letter to the Constitution she describes her establishment at practice in West Virginia and urges Georgia to permit women to practice law The message argues if one class of citizens is denied equal pursuit of happiness the US Constitution is a mockery

G McIntie-Weaver Georgia Atlanta Atlanta Law School Berkele Springs West Virginia The Constitution Sharses Weaver United States

Manufacturers Show Makes Fine Progress

Fine progress was made on the Manufacturers exhibit at a chamber of commerce meeting on Monday afternoon. Half of the floor space was taken by manufacturers engaged in making household and kitchen furniture and kindred lines. Briting Hotlmes of the Atlanta Stave Works asked to reserve the entire top space. A meeting of manufacturers secured an option on space and reserved themselves to participate. They expect to close up lease for the entire space this week.

Chamber of Commerce Briting Hotlmes Atlanta Stave Works Wapatacturers Exhibit Association

Senators defend Soule amid charges at state college

A heated row over a house resolution demanded an investigation into President Andrew M Soule of the State Agricultural and Mechanical College following claims by editor Robert Blackburn. Senators Foster and Hixon introduced a senate resolution praising Soule’s work and denouncing critics, while Senator Mettresor called the move a whitewash. W H Connor defended the investigation while arguing for accountability amid debates over university spending and governance.

House W H Connor Spalding County Andrew M Soule State Agricultural and Mechanical College Robert Blackburn Fres-' Faent Boule Blackburn Foster Hixon Senate Soule Senate of Georgia B Mettresor Constitution S&s M Soule College of Agriculture State College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts Viet Canada Georgia Legisiare Canada Athens Profesor Jones Poultreyard Tere Adou Ns Griffin Soules Connor

Old and New Marshals to Hold Conference in Georgia

Howard Thompson, recently named United States marshal for the Northern District of Georgia, will meet Walter Hoghrson, the incumbent, at Atlanta for talks on a transfer of aides and appointees. The two have held multiple meetings since Thompson's confirmation, with no public announcements yet. They are regarded as friendly despite differing political affiliations.

Howard Thompson stamesviNe Georgia Ouf

Uncle Luke Birthday Celebration at Riverside

"Uncle Luke" will celebrate his birthday with a Riverside gathering at his residence. Hundreds of friends look forward to the event, with family and relatives attending a joyful afternoon. Notables listed include E L Jett, Lizsie Davis, Brown Carroll, and E L Smith among the attendees.

Luke Wood Luke Grant Park Riverside Dlanta E L Jett Lizsie Davis Brown Carroll E L Smith

Diplomats Confirmed in Senate Appointment Wave

Washington July 28 The senate approved Frederick Penfield as ambassador to Austria Hungary James W Gerard as ambassador to Germany Joseph E Willard as minister to Swalm Charles & startman as minister to Ecuador John W Davis solicitor general and Charles S Hamlin assistant secretary of the treasury along with several treasury and judicial appointments in California.

Washington Senate Today Frederick Penfield Austrian-Hungary James W Gerard Germany Joseph E Willard Swalm Charles & Startman Ecuador John W Davis Charles S. Hamlin the Treasury Treasury California

Jackson Indorsed Minister After Executive Session

Trustees of the Juvenile Protective Association met in executive session in Rev Crawford Jacksons office to address allegations of improper advances toward his stenographer Miss Louvenia Durden. The meeting, presided by Judge WR Hammond, issued a statement from Jackson and pledged confidentiality with potential future sessions not yet scheduled.

The Juvenile Protective Association Crawford Jackson Louvenia Durden Mr Jackson WR Hammond A R Holderby Hammond James L Anderson George B Whitman HC Callaway W R Witham Isaac Haas Cam Dorsey Jackson Hammond

Bicycle Crash Injures Red Oak Man in Atlanta

C H Phillips of Red Oak Georgia sustained bruises and scratches when his bicycle collided with a car driven by Dr Frank Bird on Lee Street near Murphy Avenue yesterday afternoon. Phillips swerved to avoid a streetcar and was thrown to the ground. Dr Bird took him to Elkin and Goldsmith’s sanitarium on Luckie Street.

C H Phillips Red Oak Frank Bird Lee Street Murphy Avenue Phillips Bird Elkin & Goldsmith Luckie Street

Inspection Trip Planned to Chattanooga Next Week

At a recent meeting the Western and Atlantic committee voted for the annual inspection trip to Chattanooga on Pri Gay of next week, returning Saturday night. The senate committee is expected to join. Chairman Cheney advocates tax revision and may urge a state board of equalizers. Action on creating a state agent for the railroad was postponed.

Western and Atlantic Committee House Chattanooga Senate Committee Cheney Board of Equalizers Western and Atlantic Railroad

Dorough Antidiscrimination Bill Advances in House

The House Judiciary Committee No 1 endorsed Representative Dorough of Franklin for the antidiscrimination bill despite strong opposition. It makes undercutting prices to drive a competitor from market a misdemeanor, aiming to shield small dealers from large firms seeking monopoly by unfair pricing.

General Judiciary Committee House No 1 Dorough Franklin

Receiver named for Elite theater in bankruptcy case

Oren Alonzo Farrar dba Elite theater on Peachtree led voluntary bankruptcy petition in U S court. Deputy Clerk Fred Beers noted. Percy Adams referee in bankruptcy named a Puller attorney as receiver with bond fixed at $900. Asset total listed at 22 1380 including stock in trade and voided variances 14797.72 due to OCR errors.

Oren Alonzo Farrar Dotig Elte Theater Peachtree Steel Fred Beers United States Court Atlanta Percy Adams Newman Federal

A Colorado Vacation Book Offered By Missouri Pacific

A promotional notice touts a travel booklet about Colorado promoted by Missouri Pacific. It invites readers to obtain the brochure through ERB Jennings at Missouri Pacific in Chattanooga Tennessee and lists through train routes from St Louis to Pueblo and Colorado Springs.

Bank Colorado Missouri Pacific St Louis Pueblo Solorado Springs Denver Royal Gorge Glenwood Springs Salt Lukety Pacific Coast Cail Jennings Missouri James Elde Chattanooga

Booster mass meeting called at LaGrange

LaGrange Ga July 28 Special X The chamber of commerce issued a call for a business mass meeting to be held in the courthouse at 7:30 Thursday night. It includes the regular quarterly meeting and a general meeting inviting all interested in LaGrange development. Features will discuss the fall fair and expanding farm development plans.

LaGrange Chamber of Commerce Efiil

Resinol Stops Baby’s Eczema

An old advertisement touts Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap as the cure for infant eczema. It claims instant itching relief and rapid clear skin with a gentle, harmless formula. Doctors allegedly prescribe Resinol for eighteen years, and it is sold with a free trial offer from Baltimore, Maryland.

Reélhol Baltimore

Chamber of Commerce Ad Campaign Faces Seasonal Push

A local chamber outlines plans to carry forward a winter advertising initiative and sustain momentum during the upcoming fall and winter months as it leverages recent promotional value to attract business and community attention.

Campaign of Chamber of Commerce Plans Continuance

A chamber of commerce campaign will be discussed with plans for continuance on an enforced scale, outlining ongoing efforts and future steps within the organization.

Chamber of Commerce

Public Spirit and Crackers rally for better town life

Public Spirit and Crackers urges residents to help their town and improve living conditions. The campaign emphasizes collective effort to make the community a better place to live for everyone.

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