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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1913

Page

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Atlanta records coldest June 9 in thirty-five years

The Atlanta area saw its coldest June 9 in 35 years with average daily temperature dropping from 81 to 57 in hours. The report notes record lows, wind, and market weather impacts while Cotton Commissioner J Z Conner assesses no material damage to the crop yet.

Atlanta Kittie Florida Oureau Atisata von Hermann Gulf of Mexico J. Z. Conner State Capitol

The Constitution Ads Help Men Dress Well

The piece urges men to read The Constitution advertisements to buy suits hats shoes and other clothing at good value as seasonal wardrobe replacements arrive. It argues many wear worn from winter and spring and that business demands require dressing well while seeking economy.

Constitution

War Clouds Over the Balkans Loom as Tension Rises

Balkan tensions intensify as Bulgariahesitates to answer the Servian note and Serbia along with Greece may annex occupied Macedonian territories. Belgrade faces a war council led by the king while Bulgaria claims it is in the right. War preparations continue with hospitals reopening.

Servia Greece Bulgaria London Balkan Sofia Belgrade Dune Ratomir Putnik Kins

Japanese Seek Land In Georgia

Governor Brown said Georgia has no law preventing Japanese or others with money from buying land. He referred the matter to the attorney general for an expert opinion after receiving a letter from B F Johnson about a Japanese colony seeking land in Georgia.

Georgia Brown B. F. Johnson Johnson American and Foreign Land Exchange Washington, Tl Johnson California Exen Tig Pacific Slope

Failing the First Time He Tries Matrimony Again Calaboose

Mobile notes John Fowler, an inventor, wed Mrs. Mary S. Maupin in a second marriage after a year since his first wife left him. Police arrested him the same evening for being a dangerous and suspicious character as witnesses say a large crowd gathered. Mrs. Maupin previously married her first husband twelve years ago in Staunton, Virginia, the house where President Wilson was born.

Mobile Ala John Fowler Mary S. Maupin

Trial of Boss Cox Set for June 18 in Cincinnati

The trial of George B. Cox, former political leader, on charges of misapplication of 113000 of Cincinnati Trust funds was scheduled for Wednesday June 18 in Cincinnati Ohio. This will be Coxs second trial.

Cincinnati Ohio Ueorse B. Cox Hnancer Cincinnati Trust Company Cox Tames

Atlanta Ad Men Own Baltimore

Delegates from Atlanta and neighboring cities arrived in Baltimore for an advertising convention. The 40 Atlantan delegates, with Birmingham and Lynchburg participants, were hosted at the Hotel Fennett. crowds lined streets as a Coca Cola float led a night parade and pageant. President Wilson sent a greeting letter and the event featured speeches by regional and national ad men and urging “Truth in Advertising.”

Fred Howser Baltimore Atlanta Union Station Birmingham Southern Railroad Lynchburg L. D. Hicks Druid Hill Park George W. Coleman Albert B. Adams Hotel Fennett Maryland James H. Preston Edward J. Shay Advertising Club of Fred Johnson Dallas Texas Volante Canada Taltimore Ad Club W. L. Halstead Fleury Grady Ivan Arlen Atlanta Convention Bureau Harry Goodhart Woodhead Willam Woodhead San Francisco Herbert 8.Houston New York Houston William Shaw Christian Enceavor World Boston James Keeler Chicago Tribune Woodrow Wilson Coleman Frank J. Ruth White House Fifth Regiment Wilms Wilson Mr. Coleman Brent Associated Advertising Clubs of America Goldsborough Freston

Taft Backs Lincoln Memorial Plans In Washington Visit

Former President Taft spent hours with Lincoln Memorial commission members reviewing a 2 million dollar project. He dined with Speaker Clark alongside Underwood and Cannon, while plans by Henry Bacon were approved and a sculptor decision was not made. Taft also toured the Supreme Court with Hilles and Boardman during sessions.

Washington Taft Lincoln Memorial Commission Clark Capitol Underwood Cannon Henry Bacon Lincoln Supreme Court Charles D. Hilles Mabel Boardman

Pineville Youth Dies After Poisoning And Shootout

Pineville Kentucky June 9 After BJ Logan Jr 17 swallowed several grains of a drug from a break in drug store he fired on pedestrians in the street until the poison took effect None of the bullets hit Then he dropped his gun and called a friend Attempted to save his life were futile Logan was the son of one of the town wealthiest businessmen.

Pineville BJ. Logan, Jr Logan

Cleveland Man Uses Child as Shield Fugitives Sought

Cleveland police search for a man who attacked 3 year old Helen Leperoski and used the child as a shield as her father fired at him. Helen and her baby brother were asleep on the first floor when the attacker withdrew with the child. Two suspects are detained as doctors say the girl has a gonad chance of recovery.

Cleveland andy@ Poste Helen Laperoski Helen

Bury A H McRae There Is All the Relatives Wire When Told

Augusta telegram reveals relatives must decide fate of A H McRae of McRae Georgia found dead in Planters hotel room. City must cover burial costs unless kin arrange disposition. Dr J R Littlejohn says death from acute indigestion. Undertaker W I Wilson reports lack of local guidance. Relative inquiry from Max J McRae.

A. H. McRae Augusta W. I. Wilson Max J. McRae McRae A. H. MoIrae Commercial Index J. R. Littlejohn Wilson

Preacher Substitutes Examinations for Marriage Law Debate

In New York on June 9 diverse views of the eugenic movement were voiced in churches. Rev. George W. Grinton called church involvement a ten day fit of hysteria and urged education over hysteria to better the race. Former Congressman Bennett led a West End meeting with four talks backing eugenic marriages and church support. Dr. Walter Laidlaw urged federation churches to back the measure.

New York George W. Grinton Methodist Conference of New York William 5. Bennett West End Presbyterian Church Walter Laidlaw Federation of Churches

Probe Applies 10 Ex-Congressmen in Lobby Inquiry

Washington June the senate lobby investigating committee nears completion as it shifts to examine demands for influence in legislation. Former senator Charles A Faulkner testified representing railroads and said no railroad lobby existed. other witnesses include J A T Hull A W Kuhn Charles S Bennet and Charles B Landis.

Washington Senate Sapltol Congress Reed Charles A. Faulkner West Virginia Faulkner Cummins Bint J. A. T. Hull Iowa A. W.W. Kuhn Wisconsin Charles S. Bennet New York Charles B. Landis Indiana Knulgaiace House Ways and Means Committee Hui

Wanted Farms from Owner In North Georgia

Classified want notice seeks direct farm owners offering 2 to 25 acres in north Georgia. No agents, reply by box reference. Paper advertises its classifieds service as broad and effective.

Georgia

Right of State to Control Intrastate Rates Upheld

Washington dispatch reports that A. O. Blalock of Fayetteville was nominated as collector of internal revenue for Georgia, with Senate action expected soon, while friction grows between Senators Smith and Bacon over patronage. Bacon opposes Blalock, endorses C. M. Hitch, and pushes for Davis as Savannah port collector. Smith supports Blalock, seeking to exclude his opponents from southern Georgia. President Wilson urged compromise, but with Bacon demanding a nominee acceptable to his camp, the stalemate risks broader party friction.

John Corrigan, Jr Washington Spectato A. O. Blatock Fayetteville Internal Revenue Georgia Henry 8. Jackson Senate Smith Bay Con Blalock Bacon C. M. Hitch Hitch Senator Smith Wilson White House Joseph 8. Davis Albany David Barrow Savannah Filen Tri Mx Jeter Davis Joseph 8 Davis Mag Mr. Davis Supreme Court Joseph Senator Bacon South Georgia Bacon Tekea Eason Dave Sodna North Georgia PLC

Comptroller Issues Call For Statements

The Comptroller today issued a call for statements. The note references currency, stating a June timeframe and indicating official action pending further details from the office. No names or locations beyond Washington are specified.

Washington Jefrot

Minnesota Wins Big in Supreme Court on Intrastate Rates

The U S Supreme Court upheld state power to regulate intrastate railroad rates until federal law changes. Justice Hughes framed broad rules on railroad valuation for rate making, ruling Minnesota’s maximum freight and 2 cent passenger law would confiscate Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroad property, though enjoining enforcement for that line. Northern Pacific and Great Northern were not deemed confiscatory. cases from Missouri Arkansas Oregon Kentucky and West Virginia referenced for broader precedent.

Washington Congress Supreme Court of the United States Minnesota Minneapolis and St. Louis Northern Pacific Great Northern United States District’ Court For Missouri Arkansas

Weather Prophecy Rain North Georgia Tuesday and Wednesday

Northern Georgia faces likely rain with possible showers Tuesday and Wednesday. Winds from the northeast may affect conditions with cooler temperatures. Rainfall data show past 24 hours and monthly deficits or excesses, including means and normals.

Georgia

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