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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1921
Page
9
Mile Exale Hambrick, 16, of 61 West Cain Street, was brought to a hospital Thursday morning after taking a pole and expressing a wish to die. Police and doctors intervened to administer an antidote. She is expected to recover. Authorities cited conflict with a stepmother as the motive.
The Atlanta Automotive Equipment Association will hold a regular weekly lunch meeting today at 12 o clock at the Daffodil Club room. Lon Credelle, president, says a strong turnout is expected and membership may rise soon. Virlyn Moore will discuss how the association can aid the motoring public and member interests, with John J. Westmoreland also slated to speak on Safety First in early August.
Chief John Joentzen, head of the city sanitary department, announced the removal of four inspectors he had appointed before leaving for the Elks convention in Los Angeles. The health board had reportedly removed the inspectors for political opposition, and the issue of restoring their positions is believed to be pending in the routegovernment process.
London July 28 The government secrecy policy on Irish negotiations draws opposition and speculation in both houses. Lords plan an August 3 resolution for explanations while insurgents in the Commons push for clarity. De Valera and others in Dublin remain in constant contact on issues aside from the main problem as Smuts cancels a South Africa passage and plans to sail on August 6.
Georgia figures cited by Paie Seehee Wright show no Pellagra rise and even fewer cases and deaths in many areas. Senator W J Harris in Washington denounced public health service reports as exaggerated and shared a telegram from the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce opposing Pellagra fear mongering in Georgia.
In a tense session Senator McKellar urged that Tennessee not join federal pellagra relief efforts, arguing conditions were not dire and the state could self aid. Florida official Trammell cited declining pellagra in his state, while South Carolina senators challenged calls for national action citing slight rises but no need for aid or publicity.
A fragmented dispatch notes Laurens County enjoying abundant food supplies and bumper crops this year with state of health conditions described as better than ever. The report mentions scarce food earlier and signals continued gains in the next two months.
Water in Atlanta generally cleared Thursday after several days of muddy flow from rains on the Chattahoochee watershed. Superintendent says heavy chlorination removed impurities and the muddy water was safe while the city resumed normal service to most zones.
Ararat Grotto degree team officials patrol and zenaves depart Sunday July 31 from Union Station aboard the Dixie Flyer route at 8:30 a.m. A secretary issued a date error lists July 30. The delegation will officiate at the initiation of over 350 neophytes in Nashville the grottoes guest for a major event. Fare for the round trip is 31.24 dollars. Reservations with the secretary at the lodge room are due by Friday night.
Telegrams from Atlanta report that the C. H. Oil and Development Company of Merkel Texas has brought in a producing well at Line Springs Texas delivering about 2400 barrels per day. The company is led by Atlanta residents, organized January 1920 by J A Cullum as president with H Hollingsworth as vice president and general manager and S P Hollingsworth as secretary treasurer. Directors include M Patton J O Williams Dr Howard Bucknell Mrs Bertha Holprook T W Gilatrap A Landau and R G Kennedy. Four more wells are under construction in Jones County Texas and expected to come in within two or three weeks. It is anticipated to become a large producer.
E. T. Butler, connected to a fatal automobile accident that killed eight year old Allen Blackwell at the intersection of Avon Avenue and South Ashby Street on July 6, was held to the state court under a $300 bond by Recorder Johnson. The original charge was reckless driving as witnesses testified the car was driven at a rapid rate.
Wimo Osburn sixteen of 48 Garnett Street was held to the city criminal court under a fifty dollar bond by Judge L McClelland in municipal court. The case followed an alleged quarrel with his brother in law Vernon M Keny of 225 Hill Street Kendal who recently divorced Osburns sister Alice and obtained a peace warrant. Witnesses say Osburn attempted to “clean Kendall up” when they met in town several days ago.
A summer camp for poor Negro boys and girls is being planned by the Atlanta Urban League's church cooperative committee. The outing will run August 1 to August 21 within fifteen miles of Atlanta and fundraising is underway.
William M. Laas of Atlanta, an eye witness, describes the Dempsey Barpentier bout to be featured Friday night at the Atlanta camp of Woodmen of the World, 480 Woodmen place on West Mitchell Street.
A dinner for Abbotts tenure in Atlanta honored his decade of service as Ford plant manager. Speakers praised his work in establishing the Atlanta assembly operation. He departs for Houston Saturday to lead the Ford outfit there, with Texas and all of Mexico under his new territory.
Federal judge Samuel H. Sibley invalidated the convictions of Dee Lee and Elijah Townsen for violation of the prohibition law. The men, from Little Heck Arkansas and Raleigh North Carolina, were freed after a habeas corpus writ. The defense argued the offenses occurred after the dry amendment took effect and that the prohibition law superseded the revenue act. The Volstead Act became effective January 27 1920.
Fulton county investigators press on in the Yarborough case as Cochran, charged in the Buckhead alley shooting, remains at large after a window escape. Solicitor General Boykin has boosted the reward by 50 dollars, with Governor Hardwick sought for a 500 dollar pay for Cochran’s capture.
A resolution denounces Hardwicks tax plan while noting the system is untried in the state. Governor’s stance favors existing funded appropriations. Colonel Paxon and Willett introduced the resolution. Wimpy spoke against the income tax as restraining prosperity. Attorney Alston outlined plan aspects but urged no action this session. Senator Mandon explained his reasons.
A Atlanta gathered body of merchants and legislators urged a constitutional amendment to abandon the old ad valorem tax system. They called for a tax commission to study alternatives and report by April 1, 1902, aiming to raise revenue without burdening key sectors. resolutions urge support from Georgia senators and representatives.
Draughon s College at Peachtree Arcade in Atlanta markets itself to high school graduates seeking suitable environments and strong faculty. It highlights location near Five Points, modern facilities, natural light, ventilating halls, and summer fans, urging careful school choice and promising strong business connections.
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