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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1914
Page
4
Letter from Parrie Nicholas lauds Baughn Pellagra Remedy claiming dramatic weight gain from 60 to 90 pounds. Advocates sending for a free Pellagra book from American Compounding Co, Box 2003 Jasper Alabama, promising money back if the cure fails.
Royston Georgia July 29 Special About three thousand voters from three counties heard Solicitor Hugh M Dorsey of Atlanta endorse Joe Brown for the senate He spoke around two to three o clock praising Browns loyalty to the law and contrasting his record with Hoke Smith saying Browns defense of law makes him Georgia’s greatest statesman.
The St Paul Parish Trating and Industrial School at 239 Au burn avenue, rebuilt after last fall's fire, was damaged again last night. A stable on Fort street and Abury avenue burned, destroying three horses and causing about 3000 dollars in damage. The Forward Movement club, hosting an ice cream festival, discussed fundraising to furnish and equip the rebuilt school. The stable owner was Frank Bolan, a Black man. The school was partly insured.
Hon J J Brown, candidate for agricultural commissioner, spoke to about 20 voters in Marietta at noon. He touted county support and outlined his platform while LP Dobbs announced his candidacy for the senate in the 35th district, opposing Col HM Griffin, former state representative.
Mrs C C Downs, repeatedly arrested, moved from 186 Marietta to Beavers hotel at 175 Decatur after a heated clash over her husband’s shop at 13 West Alabama. Police charge disorderly conduct after she threatened to use white slavery charges on the husband and a young customer. She disputes the account, denying intent.
A two member Tria committee gains power to summon witnesses and conduct a full examination. its report will be filed with the secretary of commerce and labor for publication. The mediation finding is non binding but aims to ease industrial unrest. Also reported adversely is the Free Cup bill for railroad cars with a minority report forthcoming.
Savannah leaders vote to accept conditions set by the trade board directors. The chamber amalgamates with the consolidated organization and will retain the board of trade name in a formal agreement dated July 24.
A 1914 guide on infant feeding in summer contrasts bottle and breast milk, advising on sanitation, milk sources, and preparation. It gives formulas from New York City health officials, with age based milk to water ratios, feeding intervals, and cautions on alternatives without physician advice.
The Philathea Class of Bonnie Brae Methodist church will present free entertainment at George Adair school in Westminster Park starting at oclocis. The main feature is a Japanese fan drill and the class notes this is not a dance, correcting a previous newspaper error from Wednesday.
Relatives of Dr W L Landrum of Bartow county allege he was ambushed as he drove past the Jones home in Taylorville. Witness Asthran, riding with Landrum, recalls two shots and the car stopping after which Landrum died. He says Tinsley fired again from a rifle into the physician’s body.
A heavy electrical hail storm yesterday afternoon in Baldwin damaged the ripened peach crop. Leading growers C J F Hood Laing and Heigers and P Hillbrick estimate about 30 percent damage with potential losses around $160 000.
Congressman Thomas M Bell seeking reelection spoke to a good sized audience at Woodstock Georgia about current political issues. He created a favorable impression among voters in the section.
Pestana cam Things are going wait at the Forsyth this week with Jack Malaon s funn tak es on preceding acts, praised for cleverness and good taste. Arthur Macwaters and Grace Tyson present a 1914 Revue of lively prec z. The Wolf and Its film form draws large audiences at the Grind all week. Four daily performances with advance pricing. Shadows of the Poet and Mr Singles Melodrama slated for Vitagraph theater next week. Waynesboro reports its first bale of cotton shipped to Augusta. The bale weighs 7 1 2 pounds and is from Janes H Whitehead's farm, supervised by BC Page.
Tifton produced its first cotton bale today with three more quickly following. J JI L Phillips led the first bale which graded middling and sold to Phillips Mercantile Co at 24 57 106 cents per pound. W C Dabb delivered the second bale at 12 5 cents per pound. R H Nichols, a Black farmer, delivered the third bale from George M Fietcher's plantation.
Mobile Ala July 29 the city sold its first bale of 1914 cotton by auction for 15 cents a pound. A focal concern bought at 11 classed middling and it was the earliest bale since 1896 when one was brought to this city.
Twenty persons were reported injured this afternoon when Fort Worth and Denver southbound passenger train No 24 derailed eight miles north of Wichita Falls Texas. No deaths were reported and no reason was known. Two day coaches a diner and a car left the track.
The commander of the Sonora military garrison has issued an order to the ranger force to court martial all cattle thieves and punish them severely regardless of nationality, according to a report from Naco today.
Washington July 29 Paul M Warburg New York banker whose federal reserve board nomination has stalled in the Senate communicated with the White House today He would appear before the Senate Banking Committee which will probe his qualifications including connections with Kuhn Loeb Co and foreign financial ties A date for the meeting will be set after Warburg confirms his arrival The White House pressingly urged a change in the stance and Jed Mit Warburg agreed to reconsider his refusal to testify The committee is expected to report the nomination favorably and the full Senate may confirm The president has not filled the vacancy created by Thomas D Jones’s withdrawal
The Railroad Young Men's Christian Association announces an evening event at 3114 West Alabama Street to celebrate the closing of a broad membership drive that enrolled 600 names. Teams will present lad sponsors and prizes including a diamond ring, a gold lavaliere, and a sterling silver item. W Watts will MC and hand out prizes. Refreshments will be served.
Milledgeville July 28 Dr George D Case a prominent local druggist was nominated by the state board of pharmacy for state drug inspector to succeed Li ndz Cheatham who has held the office six years. The selection is expected to meet broad approval among his many friends and fellow druggists.
The Daily Times printer Tudor was struck on Central Avenue at noon while riding a bicycle and was severely injured when he turned in front of a car driven by a Black chauffeur. Tendons in one leg were torn from the ankle and others injuries were considered not serious.
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