Woodstock Iron Works Powerhouse of Anniston
In Anniston Alabama the Woodstock Iron Works dominates the local economy with a 175 ton furnace, a planned 300 ton unit, and a remodel to reach a daily 600 ton output. The firm, organized in 1894, employs about 500, exports pig iron worldwide, and plans expansion across nine mining plants. New venture Alabama Frog and Switch Company, led by M K Moore, will manufacture railroad crossings frogs and switches.
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 business career of Roswell H Cobb in Anniston
Hon Roswell H Cobb president of Anniston Lime and Stone Company and founder of lime interests in Anniston District. His leadership spurred Cobb City’s growth and plans for Tredegar with three new lime furnaces. He also heads Comer Cobb Investment Company guiding broader Anniston prosperity.
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 in Anniston
Kilby Locomotive and Machine Works has established a four acre plant with steam power and electric light, employing 75 to 140 workers. They rebuild locomotives and manufacture logging cars cane cars tram cars and switches, earning a strong local reputation for quality and prompt service. Officers include Thomas E. Kilby president Whitfield Clark vice president and E L 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 Enterprise
Anniston Wholesale Grocers and owners of the Weneeda mills emphasize their large trade serving Anniston and surrounding territory. The business, two years old, runs a wholesale grocery operation and the Weneeda mills with 2500 bushels daily capacity. They manufacture Lily Flag Cattle Feed, Weneeda Horse Feed, and Weneeda Corn Meal, shipping to Atlanta. Three traveling salesmen. W. T. Owen manages. W. C. Bulman is a major stockholder and active salesman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weneeda
Anniston
Anniston Grocery Company
Elfty
Weneeda Mills
Atlanta
W. T. Owen
W. C. Bulman
Anniston Cordage Company Profile and Leaders
The Anniston Cordage Company manufactures sash cords clotheslines webbing and specialties using steam aided production since 1837 and 1893 mill establishment. The two story brick plant rates 3060 pounds daily with W W Stringfellow as president and D W Fleming as secretary treasurer who recently moved from Chicago to manage the enterprise. Stringfellow also leads the First National Bank of Anniston.
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Anniston Cordage Company
Anniston
United States
W. W. Stringfellow
D. W. Fleming
Fleming
Chicago
Stringfellow
First National Bank of
Anniston Rolling Mill Company in Alabama Industry Reform
Anniston Rolling Mill Company, established February 1901, produces merchant iron and steel T rails angles channels and special shapes. Located on two lines of Southern and L and N railroads with spur tracks, about 20 workers, $8,000 monthly payroll, capacity 20 000 tons yearly, serving a nationwide trade. Officers: Thomas J. Rowley president Isidor Levi treasurer W D Sims vice president and general manager.
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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, is the citys oldest bank with officers W W Stringfellow president J B Goodwin vice president H A Young cashier A J Goodwin assistant cashier Young has served since 1888. The bank offers deposits loans and drafts on major centers with strict safety and liberal customer treatment. It reports 160000 paid in capital and a 100000 surplus.
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First National Bank of
H. A. Young
Anniston National Bank
Anniston
W. H. McKleroy
W. A. Davis
C. D. Woodruff
R. ¥. Smith
Anniston National Bank Guided by Notable Directors
The Anniston National Bank showcases a board including A. L. Tyler and J. C. Sproul, emphasizing its role in local industry. Organized in 1890 with 100000 capital and 39000 surplus, it reports average deposits around 340000 and a conservative, customer‑focused approach.
Calhoun Hotel to Close. Aniston to Open as Replacement
The Calhoun in Anniston will close January 1 and be replaced by a new model hotel named Aniston. The Aniston will offer 100 rooms with electric light, refrigeration, steam heat, and a superior kitchen, run by Robert H. Forman, the Calhoun’s longtime proprietor, whose popular leadership is noted as a reason guests will return seasonally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anniston
Calhoun
Robert H. Forman
New Enterprise
Elegant Southern Society Garden Party in Athens
Roses and scores of beautiful flower groups adorned the lawn in Athens. Wurm's orchestra from Atlanta provided exquisite music. Refreshments on the lawn were delicious and service arrangements were perfect. Over two hundred invited guests enjoyed gracious entertainment from the hostess.
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Athens
Wurm
Atlanta
Elegant social evenings in Monroe honor Walker couples
In Monroe on June 7 a dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Clifford M. Walker and Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Walker featured twelve guests, ferns and white roses, red lighting, and Battenburg lace centerpieces. Other events include Irving Club entertainments at Broad Street and the Quid Pro Quum Club gathering with Miss Harriet Walton as guest of honor in Washington.
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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 Social Roundup Noting Visits and Events
Misses Fannie Winship and Lucile Hatcher of Macon returned home after visiting Mrs. Charles G Mills. Margaret and Stella Reid of Batonton concluded a two week visit with Miss Roselyn and Evelyn Reid. Blanch Latta from Agnes Scott Institute is home for holidays. Griffin Rifles armory hosted a dance for about ten couples in honor of the Reid sisters. Mrs J E Brewer returned from Bay to Washington. Mrs B B Brown hosted the Social Circle afternoon event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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
Margaret and
Stelly Reid
Batonton
J. E. Brewer
Bay of
Washington City
B. B. Brown
Afternoon of music and recitations entertained Mystic Circle
The library afternoon featured Mrs Thomas R Millis hosting the Mystic Circle with Thomas Nall presenting a sketch of Joel Barlows life and members reciting his poems. A prize winning china plaque honored Mrs T J Collier in the contest. Guests included Mrs Phelps of Atlanta and Mrs Hunt of Fort Smith Ark. A refined dining room tableau followed with a tall vase of sweet peas olives and crystallized ginger and an elegant menu.
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
Pleasant reception for Miss Altice Marion Clark in Forsyth
Colonel and Mrs. O H B Bloodworth hosted a bright reception for Miss Altice Marion Clark of Americus at their Forsyth home. Guests included Mrs. Thornwell Gamble and Miss Harriet Bloodworth while plans note attendees visiting Atlanta and Stone Mountain schools. several locals and visitors are mentioned in brief social notices.
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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
Marriage of Miss Mary Belle Booth to J R Booth
Wadison Georgia June 7 Special Mr and Mrs H W Booth announce the coming marriage of their daughter Miss Mary Belle to Mr J R Booth of Elbert county to take place at their residence June 12 at 9 30 am Miss Booth is one of Madisons fairest young ladies while the groom is a sterling business man of Elbert county.
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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
Miss Mleeta Simpkins Weds Clyde Langford in Conyers
Conyers Ga June 7 Special the marriage of Miss Mleeta Simpkins to Mr Clyde Hamilton Langford occurred this week. Simpkins daughter of Mrs William Simpkins known for intellect and social favor. Langford son of Mr and Mrs J J Langford junior partner in J J Langford Sons. Ceremony Wednesday evening at 6 at the home of the pr ides. Attendants Misses Sara Sue Langford Florede Tucker Irma Langford and Mr Robert B Almand. Bride and groom left by 7 o clock train for the east and will reside after June 74.
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
Young Matrons Club entertains Warrenton guests
In Warrenton Georgia on a Thursday afternoon Mrs C C Farmer hosted the Young Matrons Club for a program titled Love Story of the Civil War sung in musical numbers. Mrs Hawes won a Bohemian vase for best interpretation. Refreshments followed as guests departed.
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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 ad claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests all wholesome food without stomach aid and rebuilds the body while the stomach regains strength. It criticizes laxatives and diets as temporary fixes and cites Geo R Colbath of Alpena Michigan reporting four years of stomach trouble cured after using the product.
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Geo. R. Colbath
Alpena, Mich
Henry Grady Debating Club to Host Watson Lecture
The Henry Grady Debating Club of Atlanta, organized 1898 in Bell Hall, prepares to welcome Hon. Thomas E. Watson. The club, led by Aldine Chambers, aims to boost youth intellect and civic discourse with Watson speaking June 10 about the upbuilding of the city.
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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 Salons Help
Atlanta charitable organizations thank M Rich & Bros Co for support of charity sales at their store. General Chairman Mra Preston S Arkwright and various groups including Sheltering Arms Grady Hospital and the Winnie Davis Memorial Association praise the public and the store for substantial help and kindness. The note is dated June 6 1902 and expressed through the paper column.
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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 thanks Bros. Co for charity aid and prize
At a large Sheltering Arms meeting the organization extends heartfelt gratitude to Bros. Co for generous aid to city charities. They announce securing a $50 prize and a share of the sales total, praising the firm as true benefactors.
Perfect Eyeglass Prescription Work at New Store
Our shop offers quality, finish, style, and promptness in eye care. For thirty-one years we have manufactured high grade spectacles. New store location at 14 Whitehall on the viaduct. Abroad with the Jimmies is advertised. Luttian Boell's new book at Miller's, 2 Marietta Street.
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Whitehall
Jimmies
Luttian Boell
Miller's
Marietta Street
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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
Abe
America
Heywood
Go.Oarts
Whrite
R. S. Oerstcher F
Peachtree ST
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