Woodstock Iron Works at Anniston Expands Capacity
The Woodstock Iron Works in Anniston Alabama, founded in 1872 and reorganized in 1894, plans major upgrades including a 300 ton blast furnace and remodeling the existing 175 ton unit to reach a daily output of 600 tons of pig iron. The plant employs about 500 workers with a large payroll and serves a world market. A new Alabama Frog and Switch Company under Thomas E Kilby will manufacture railroad crossings, frogs and switches, adding to local industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodstock Iron Works
Anniston
S. M Lehman
New York
John B. Knox
P. J. Goodhart
A. H. Quinn
Norbert Heinshiemer
J. W. Woolfolk
Julian Kennedy
Thomas E. Kilby
Alabama Frog and Switch Company
M. K. Moore
M. B. Wellborn
Prosperous Career of Roswell Cobb at Anniston Lime
Hon. Roswell H. Cobb, president of the Anniston Lime and Stone Company and founder of lime interests in Anniston District, is credited with shaping the city's industrial growth. His Cobb City plant and planned Tredegar lime furnaces illustrate his strategy, while Comer-Cobb Investment Company broadens regional prosperity and civic pride through developed interests around Anniston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell H. Cobb
Anniston Lime and Stone Company
Anniston
Roswell
Cobb
Cobb City
Ala
Colb City
Corwyb
Tredegar
Aiiniston
Anniston Lime
Comer-Cobb Investment Company
Kilby Locomotive and Machine Works Shown On Anniston
An Anniston Alabama manufacturing firm Kilby Locomotive and Machine Works is highlighted for its four year history. The four acre plant uses pneumatic tools, electric power, and 75 to 100 workers on weekly payrolls. the shop rebuilds locomotives and builds logging cars cane cars tram cars and manufactures frogs and switches. Officers are Thomas E. Kilby president Whitfield Clark vice president and EL ML Kilby secretary treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston
Ala
Kilby
Kilby Locomotive and Machine Works
Thomas E. Kilby
Whitfield Clark
EL ML Kilby
Anniston Grocery Company and Weneeda Mills Leader
The Anniston Grocery Company, wholesale grocers and owners of the Weneeda Mills, reports rising demand in Anniston and surrounding territory. The Weneeda Mills produce 2500 bushels daily of cattle feed and meal, Lily Flag and Weneeda feeds, shipping to Atlanta and nearby towns. Managed by W. T. Owen with W. C. Bulman as a key salesman, the enterprise is the town’s largest combined operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weneeda
Anniston
Anniston Grocery Company
Elfty
Weneeda Mills
Atlanta
W. T. Owen
W. C. Bulman
Anniston Cordage Company Shows Notable Growth
The Anniston Cordage Company manufactures sash cords clotheslines webbing and specialties. Established in 1893 the two story steam powered plant has a daily capacity of 3060 pounds and sells directly from the Anniston office nationwide. President W W Stringfellow also leads the First National Bank of Anniston and remains a prominent local figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston Cordage Company
Anniston
United States
W. W. Stringfellow
D. W. Fleming
Fleming
Chicago
Stringfellow
First National Bank of
Anniston Rolling Mill Company Promotes U S Steel Trade
Anniston Rolling Mill Company, established February 1901, employs about 20 with a monthly payroll near 8000. Located on two railroad lines, it annual capacity reaches 20 000 tons, producing merchant iron and steel T rails angles channels and special shapes for U S markets. Officers: Thomas J. Rowley president Isidor Levi treasurer W D Sims vice president and general manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Anniston Rolling Mill Company
Southern
Louisville and Nashville
United States
Thomas J. Rowley
Isidor Levi
W. D. Sims
Old, Solid and Useful The First National Bank of Anniston
The First National Bank of Anniston, organized in 1883, touts its status as the oldest city bank with a high standard of officers and integrity. W. W. Stringfellow presides, J. B. Goodwin is VP, H. A. Young cashier, and A. J. Goodwin assistant cashier. The bank offers deposits, loans, drafts, and collections across centers, emphasizes safety and modern facilities, with paid-in capital of 160,000 and a 100,000 surplus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of
H. A. Young
Anniston National Bank Board and Finances Highlight Local Confidence
The Anniston National Bank, founded March 1890 with 100000 capital and 39000 surplus, stands as a pillar of industry and trade. Directors include A L Tyler and J B Goodwin among others, with deposits around 340000 and officers W H McKlebroy, W A Davis, C D Woodruff, and R Smith. The bank offers loans discounts and collections and invites worthy applicants and accounts from individuals and firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston National Bank
Anniston
W. H. McKleroy
W. A. Davis
C. D. Woodruff
R. ¥. Smith
Calhoun Hotel To Close and Anniston To Open Model Hotel
The Calhoun Hotel in Anniston will close on January 1 to make way for a new model hotel, the Anniston, featuring 100 rooms, own electric light and refrigerating plants, steam heat in every room, and a superior cuisine. Robert H. Forman will own and manage both properties, drawing community support. The note highlights the Calhoun’s central location, friendly atmosphere, and the anticipated continuity under Forman’s leadership as the new hotel opens downtown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston
Calhoun
Robert H. Forman
New Enterprise
Athens Society Hosts Elegant Roses Event
Roses and a large crowd filled the Athens lawn for a Southern Society gathering. Wurm's Orchestra from Atlanta played refined melodies as guests enjoyed delicious refreshments and flawless service, with over two hundred invited attendees graciously entertained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Wurm
Atlanta
Social events in Monroe honor Walker couple and club ladies
In Monroe on a June night Mr and Mrs W S Walker hosted a twelve place dinner for Mr and Mrs Clifford M Walker with elaborate courses, fern and rose decor, and red white accents. Mrs John Robertson hosted the Irving Club with spring blooms and a reading, followed by refreshments. The Quid Pro Quum Club met at Miss Mattye Michael s home with 25 members, roses and sweet peas adorning mantels and baths, a lawn reception, and Miss Harriet Walton of Washington as guest of honor in white chiffon and yellow trim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Walker
Clifford M. Walker
Battenburg
W. S. Walker
Clfford M. Walker
Mra
L. B. Sanders
B.S. Walker
J. B. Nunnally
Annette Walker
C. A. King
John Robertson
Irving Club
Broad Street
Mattye Michael
Michael
Harriet Walton
Washington
Griffin Ga Gossip Highlights Social Visits and Events
Griffin Georgia June 7 Misses Fannie Winship and Lucile Hatcher of Macon return home after a week with Mrs Charles G Mills. Misses Margaret and Stella Reid of Eatonton finish a two week visit with Misses Roselyn and Evelyn Reid. Blanch Latta home from Agnes Scott Institute for holidays. Dancing group at Griffin Rifles armory entertained ten couples for Misses Reid. Mrs J E Brewer returns from Bay of several weeks to Washington. Mrs B B Brown hosts the Social Circle. An entertaining
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Griffin
Grifin
Fannie Winship
Lucile Hatcher
Macon
Charles G. Mills
Margaret
Stella Reid
Eatonton
Roselyn
Evelyn Reid
Blanch Latta
Agnes Scott Institute
Griffin Rifles Armory
Stelly Reid
Batonton
J. E. Brewer
Bay of
Washington City
B. B. Brown
Library Tea Recital Highlights and Social Notes
A busy week featured a library afternoon hosted by Mrs. Thomas R. Millis with the Mystic Circle. Mrs. T. J. Collier won a China plaque in a poetry contest after Thomas Nall spoke on Joel Barlow. Guests included Mrs. Phelps of Atlanta and Mrs. Hunt of Fort Smith. Card party honors Miss Hermione Nall. Other social items list returns from travels and visits among Mrs. Lucile Burr, Mrs. W. H. Fulton, the Kimbroughs, and Miss Lizzie Wilson attending Wesleyan College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Library
Thomas R. Millis
Mystic Circle
Thomas Nall
Joel Barlow
Phelps
Atlanta
Hunt
Fort Smith
Ark
Rebecca Natt
Hermione Nall
Bertha Brawner
Lucia Goddard
Hazel Horne
Washington City
Ernest Newton
Scott Anthony
Hunter Goddard
Jack Brooks
Preston Willams
Josie Haffron
Milledgeville
Lucile Burr
Columbus
W. H. Fulton
South Haven
Mich
James M. Kimbrough
Fannie Gordon Kimbrough
Sherman
Tex
B. H. Kimbrough
Mary
Olive Speer
Aaron
Socials and visits noted in Forsyth society column
Forsyth hosts a cordial reception by Colonel and Mrs. O H B Bloodworth honoring Miss Altice Marion Clark of Americus. Guests included Miss Harriet Bloodworth and Miss Lillie Mae Peacock as well as visitors from Atlanta Nashville and Milledgeville with several attendees attending schooling at Stone Mountain and Bethel College Hopkinsville Kentucky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark
Harriet Bloodworth
Atlanta
Stone Mountain School
Lillie Mae Peacock
Lastman
Janie Napier
Jennie Ponder
Emmia
Bessie Ponder
Wilelmina Drummond
Mary Thompson
Nashville
Tenn
Stella and Gussie
Francesa Huddleston
Bethel College
Hopkinsville
Callie Cook
Milledgeville
Gertrude Proctor
Booths announce coming marriage in Wadison Madson Georgia
Wadison Georgia June 7 Special Mr and Mrs H W Booth announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Miss Mary Belle to Mr J R Booth of Elbert county to take place at their residence there on Thursday June 12 at 9 30 am Miss Booth is described as one of Madisons fairest young ladies while the groom is a sterling young business man of Elbert county. Elizabeth Callaway's eurcire party Friday evening was a delightful affair with prizes won by Miss Bessie Weston and Mr Joseph Nason. Guests included numerous local residents and visitors. Several social engagements and travels are noted among local residents with plans to visit Harmony Grove Mount Airy and Oxford commencements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madson
W. Booth
Comig
Mary Belle
J. R. Booth
Elbert County
Booth
Madisan
Elbert
Elizabeth Callaway
Green and
Irvin
Washington
Nana Martin
Atlanta
F. C. Gibbs
Martha Wester
Misa Ida Stavall
Oxford
Conyers Couple Weds in Noted Social Union
Miss Mleeta Simpkins daughter of Mrs. William Simpkins and Clyde Hamilton Langford son of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Langford married last Wednesday evening at 6 at the Langford home. The ceremony featured delicate decorations and a novel touch by B. J. W. Graham. Attendants included Sara Sue Langford Florede Tucker Irma Langford and Robert B. Almand. The couple left for Atlanta then will reside at home after June 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conyers
Mleeta Simpkins
Clyde Hamilton Langford
Simpkins
William Simpkins
Cox College
Langford
J. J. Langford
J.J. Langford & Sons
Pride
Sara Sue Langford
Florede Tucker
Irma Langford
Robert B. Almand
Bailey
B. J. W. Graham
Atlanta
Love Story of Civil War Delights Warrenton Guests
Warrenton Georgia June 7 Special The Young Matrons Club enjoyed a Civil War love story in musical form hosted by Mrs C C Farmer. Mrs Hawes won a Bohemian vase for best interpretation and guests were served refreshments. Various locals are noted visiting relatives and attending events in nearby cities.
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Warrenton
C. C. Farmer
Hawes
Carres Jamasin
Augusta
J. Lester Dillon
Jennie Fowler
Macon
Mercer
Mica Jessie Tou McGregor
Milledgeville
Misa Cardie Cox
Atlanta
Ola Norris
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Promises Digestive Relief
The advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a stomach aid that digests food without the stomach, restores health, and eliminates dieting. It features a testimonial from Geo R Colbath of Alpena Michigan claiming four years of stomach trouble and bed confinement ended after using Kodol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. R. Colbath
Alpena, Mich
Henry Grady Debating Club to Host Watson Lecture
The Henry Grady Literary and Debating Club in Atlanta plans a June 10 lecture by Hon. Thomas E. Watson. The club, formed in 1898, has grown into a leading organization with a Ladies Auxiliary and a strong roster of young members and speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas E. Watson
Atlanta
Watson
South
Henry Grady
Bell Hall
Marietta
Alexander Streets
W. W. Futrell
W. S. Weir
O. H. Puckett
G. W. Payne
C. C. Carter
W. M. Taylor
W. W.futrell
A. E. Warner
Aldine Chambers
W.W. M. Smith
G W. Payne
W. E. Suttles
E. D. Thomas
B. F. Childress
T. ©. Hinthcock
Russell Shirley
B. W. Blackstock
W. E. Muirhead
W. J. Burton
Miller Baker
J. OG. Cochran
M. Roane
Emmett McEilreath
W. C. Munday
James L. Key
W. M. Newton
Henry Grady Club
A. B. Warner
T. C. Hathcock
Suttles
M Rich Brothers Thanked for Charity Sales Support
Atlanta charity groups thank M Rich & Bros Co for aid at charity sales held in their store. Card from General Chairman Arkwright and organizations including Sheltering Arms, Grady Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital, Carnegie Library, Hebrew Orphans' Home, and YMCAs notes substantial public support and appreciation. June 6 1902.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City
Atlanta
M.+Rich & Bros. Co
Messrs. M Rich & Bros. Co
Mra
Preston
Arkwright
Sheltering Arms
Home For the
Grady Hospital
Presbyterian Hospital
Ladies’ Benevolent Society
Young Men's Christian Association
Winnie Davis Memorial Association
King’s Daughters’ Home For Incurables
Carnegie Library
Hebrew Orphans’ Home
Ladies’ Auxiliary Railroad
Decatur
M. Rich & Bros, Co
Atlanta, Ga
M. Rich
Sheltering Arms gratitude to Bros Co for charity support
A large Sheltering Arms meeting expresses heartfelt thanks to Bros Co for generous aid to city charities and notes securing a $50 cash prize plus a share of the largest day’s sales. Grateful officials praise the firm’s magnanimity and wish continued success.
Perfect Eyeglass Pre Prescription Work
Costs you no more than the ordinary king but carries with it the prestige which attaches to an article of the best kind obtainable. For thirty one years we have been manufacturers of high grade spectacles. New store 14 Whitehall on the viaduct. Abroad with the Jimmies. Luttian Boell's new book at Miller's 2 Marietta street.
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Whitehall
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Anniston, Ala
Nniston Grocery Company
Rock of Gibraltar
A. L. Tyler
Southern Society
Odd Gere
Wadison, Ga
Warrenton, Ga
Grady Club
M. Rich Brothers
Southern Railway
Southern R'y
Athena
Austell
Chamblee
Buford
Chattahoochee
Clarkesville
Warm Springs
Isle of Palms
St. Simon
Cumberland Island
Atlantic Beach
Simon
Tale of Palms
City Ticket
Kimball House Corner
Rite
Draughon's
Practical Business College
Corner Ala
Jimmies
Luttian Boell
Miller's
Marietta Street
Abe
America
Heywood
Go.Oarts
Whrite
R. S. Oerstcher F
Peachtree ST
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