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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
10
A dispute at Mercer University in Macon Georgia centers on the effort to appoint Kilpatrick as head of the institution. Professors and graduates protest, while Professor Clarke and Kilpatrick deny personal attacks as letters clarify positions and policy disputes.
In a police court drama, T Fleming claims a bump on his hand forces memory lapses leading to coat theft, while Sam Josey and a sick man’s fund case reveal a nurse’s theft of $24. Greek rivals John Poulas and A Poulas engage in a spat over ice cream contracts and a sale bill. The recorder binds Fleming over for larceny from the house and fines Poulas after a brief skirmish, with Greek spelling quips peppering the proceedings.
The summer program, opening June 26 at 229 Peachtree, aims to help ambitious students advance a grade, assist backward pupils, and coach high schoolers preparing for college, with emphasis on Tech.
Theo dore C Mora, a 12 year old boy from Chipley Ga, vanished from his home on May 9. Neatly dressed in a black suit with black hat and sack, he stands 5 feet 10 inches, weighs about 125 pounds, has brown eyes and light brown curly hair. He is described as pleasant and well educated, and his worried parents plead for any news.
Albany Ga June 2 Peter Thomas the Segre murderer of Marshal John Manire of Pretoria was executed in the county jail at 1 15 this morning. The dip fell fifteen minutes later after conviction and sentencing eleven days after the crime. The marshal’s father, mother and sister witnessed the ending as Sprig eats within a few feet of the wade.
Various Bun aay churches announce special services for tomorrow. Baptist Tabernacle will host Indeoiry day with Br. Broughton reading names for infirmary debt funds, nurses attend, and a public audience. St Anthony Catholic church holds a June novena with daily Masses and benediction. Memorials for Charles C. Cox at College Park chapel feature Julian S. Rodgers and others. Evangelical Ministers' Association meets at First Baptist. Universalist pastor Paul Fyner offers On Going to Church. Westminister, Central Presbyterian and Capitol Avenue Baptist list sermons, choirs, and baptisms with observances for children and communion.
At a lively South Carolina Society meeting a six member committee was formed to organize a June 26 event. Governor Heyward of South Carolina and other notable Carolinians and Georgians are expected to attend. The society, led by Colonel John Temple Graves, grows rapidly with over 100 members and many more applications. A substantial fund was raised for the celebration, signaling a strong prospect of success.
Larry H. Plumb of Atlanta failed to prevail in a damage suit seeking 30009 from Southern Railway. A United States court jury found for the defendant after a trial in Charlotte North Carolina. Plumb claimed negligence caused injuries including amputation and facial scarring from a rear car fall while working as a Pullman conductor, with a mistrial declared at the first trial in January.
Magid, manager of a Tallulah Falls silk industry, says the Tugaloo River belongs to Georgia and disputes boundary claims raised by South Carolinians. He cites a 1787 treaty, notes a 1903 survey, and aims to proceed with river dam plans supplying power for his mills and local industries.
A fragment notes a spring tonic used to invigorate and disperse fatigue. It references an acid phosphate preparation and a sense of renewed energy from its use.
Miss Margaret Dwyer of Nashville promotes Bob Taylor’s Magazine in Atlanta to boost advertising and circulation. Edited by ex Governor Bob Taylor, the south’s famed lecturer, the June issue is praised for literature, art, and reference. Dwyer, stationed at the Aragon Hotel, plans to hire local representatives.
The Observer announces it will publish a daily paper in Moultrie Georgia as soon as machinery is installed. The daily will be issued in the afternoon and will be a four page issue focusing on local matters.
Ferry Ga farmers work to keep grass down as rains continue across the county. Peach crop expected to be very good with growers preparing for harvest. Wheat and corn vary by region with some areas reporting strong yields.
Mr Parrott, of the South Western Freight Association, remains chairman of the Southeastern Freight Association. His successor was discussed at the executive board meeting with a June 30 date anticipated for a formal election. Parrott will continue as chairman until a new appointment is made and he may then assume his new role as general manager and vice president of the Georgia Southern and Florida with Macon as headquarters.
An old advertisement claims the medicine provides rejuvenating vitality and dramatic results. It notes plain packaging and postpaid sales for $1 after receipt of the ad. Made by Dr. Hall Cox of Hood's Saracnarilia in Lowell Massachusetts.
Marist College cadets held a military exhibition and field day under Major Eugene Schmidt. A large crowd applauded the drill and displays. Sergeant Frank Jennings won the gold medal for individual drill. last year’s medalist was Julius Trotter. Judges were Colonel Harry Silverman and Captain Sutton Smith.
To save avi one dollar is better than ten. A bond purchased by monthly instruments offering absolute security and good interest returns an end of ten years is the sure way to have money in the future. Write or call Jarantee Redemption Co. 67-711 Century hide Atlanta Ga.
The Wells Dunne Harlan Musical Company performs The Knick rocker Girl at The Casino. The week has seen strong crowds with standing rear seating, and Little Chip and Mary Marble boost popularity. Next week the company returns with The Little Host and Chin as Dutch magic teacher, a popular magnet for audiences.
Southern Railway construction in Atlanta drives about $85,000 monthly in wages with 800 workers on grading and track work. Anticipated expansion to 1,000 workers. Other railroads like Central of Georgia and Louisville and Nashville also invest heavily, with combined monthly wages and land costs running into hundreds of thousands. Estimates place total railroad expenditure in Atlanta over the past year between three and four million dollars, possibly more.
The article details large railroad spending around Atlanta and surrounding routes including the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis and the Louisville and Nashville. It notes a new round house valued up to 50000 with extensive depot remodeling and track work. Freight movements, especially peaches, expected to rise northward in early June.
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