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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1921
Page
7
The United States and Mexico face pressure as protests surge over a decree increasing petroleum prices. Oil companies argue the decree is unconstitutional and akin to martial law, while diplomats seek a reviewed accord and possible concessions. The U S maintains its Mexican policy stance and plans to press the Mexican president for clarity.
In a First Page submission the company reports 1920 total earnings of 19 082.72 and operating costs of 18 647.85 yielding a profit of 884.87. For 18 months 1920 and Q1 1921 total earnings reach 23 550 with expenditures at 24 873, signaling a net loss and supporting the request for a 6 percent return on all property as urged by Attorney Webster.
Georgia officials debate power to fix rates for utilities with judge Sibley’s Augusta Aiken decision cited as shaping limits on rail and electric fares. Fruit Belt company seeks relief, alleges discrimination in rate increases alongside rising costs. Commission hints at funding limits and potential appeal is unlikely.
The municipal curb market was held Thursday with steady crowds and market baskets, offering Georgia heat produce at moderate prices. Prices fell further than usual as Mrs Norman Sharp, chair of the Woman's Club market committee, notes continued heavy patronage enables increasingly attractive prices daily.
An executive committee meeting at the commerce building discussed plans for the junior chamber of commerce frolic set for Friday night June 24. It will be the first social event by the Junior Chamber in Atlanta and will lead to additional events during the year. On June 17 W F Brennan will speak at the chamber on Advertising Personal and Business Efficiency. Brennan leads the advertising department of the National Cash Register company in Dayton Ohio.
Byron B. Patton was elected president of the Disabled Veterans of the World War at a Tuesday meeting. Installed officers include W. C. May as vice president W. E. Frierson as secretary C. W. Johnson as treasurer R F Foster as chaplain and Sergeant at Arms Beatty was re elected.
22 year old clerk Martin of 210 Atwood street held on 800 bond for larceny in connection with alleged theft of three typewriters from a downtown business house. Martin arrested late Thursday afternoon by City Police Arthur and Powers.
Dr Alfred Lawless, superintendent of the southern work among Congregational churches, will be the speaker at the colored branch of the Y M C A Sunday afternoon. Lawless is widely known as an able speaker of his denomination.
In Pueblo Colorado the Red Cross released a 127 name missing persons list as eighteen died in the La Junta flood. The Salvation Army runs a refugee camp for up to 20000, with 10000 housed now. Health officials report diphtheria and other diseases while Legion and military orders organize cleanup and prevent profiteering. Rehabilitation costs top 560000 with Red Cross funding and state support forthcoming.
Funeral services for Adam K Beidler, retired Chicago capitalist, who died Wednesday in Atlanta, were conducted Thursday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs C M Sciple, 916 Peachtree Street. The body will be taken to Chicago for burial.
George Barnett 19, of 696 Gordon Street, a cook, was arrested late Thursday afternoon by Officers Mc Daniel and Evans on suspicion of larceny. The charge relates to the theft of a bicycle owned by Western Union messenger Leonard Landers, of 15 Plum Street.
Judge Andy Calhoun dismissed the case against Marjorie Calhoun a restaurant operator at 48 Davis Street after ruling that the presence of several gallons of corn whisky under her house did not prove guilt. The Thursday city court decision absolved her of charges of illegal liquor possession.
Weather expert F. von Hermann notes dependable forecasts and a pending shower may end Atlanta’s dry spell. Friday looked warm with possible light showers, while down state farmers fear continuing drought as summer heat increases evaporation and stress on crops. historical records show 83 days dry in 1884.
Washington June 9 A personal investigation of conditions in the army air service and of differences between General C T Menoher chief of the service and Brigadier General William Mitchell will be conducted by Secretary Weeks. The relief of General Mitchell from his assignment had been requested in writing by General Menoher. Weeks declined to disclose the request or the reasons but said he would not dismiss the officer before the investigation. He regretted the public friction and hopes for a quiet correction without harming either official. The rift arose over aviation activities and policies including Mitchell’s push for a unified air service and prior remarks on ships and airplanes.
Augusta Ga June 9 Special The Augusta Aiken Railway and Electric company announced a fare increase from 7 to 10 cents on June 6 with tickets sold in tens at 8 cents each. Mayor White says action will be taken. city officials discuss jitneys free meters and municipal power plant options. state railroad commission abolition urged.
The court orders a probe into Rear Admiral Sims for remarks about Sinn Fein and Ireland. The message defends his truthfulness amid claims he exposed Ireland and America’s views as understood by journalists and public men here. It cites alleged statements by President Eamonn de Valera about Ireland aiding Germany in the war.
Washington June. Regulations by Senators La Follette and Norris proposing American recognition of Irish independence were taken up by the Senate foreign relations committee and it was decided to hear the authors in executive session.
Frederick W. Galbraith Jr. head of the American Legion, killed in a car crash in Indianapolis. National officers escort his body to Cincinnati for funeral services Saturday. Emory of Grand Rapids is likely to succeed as national commander. flag honors and a guard of honor mark the moving procession.
Funeral services for Mrs. W. P. Trout who died Wednesday will be at 11 AM Saturday at her 210 Cascade Avenue residence with Rev. L. H. Noe officiating. Interment follows at West View cemetery. Survivors include two sons W. J. and W. Trout and three daughters Mrs J. H. Cooper of New York, Mrs. Leroy Porter of Montgomery, and Miss Georgia Trout of Atlanta.
Sister Mary Frances McGrath a teacher in the convent at 149 Washington Street died Thursday morning. Funeral services were held Thursday night in the hospital chapel at 7 o'clock. She is survived by five nieces including Mrs Fred Norris of Atlanta and Mrs W oC Weicking of North Carolina, and one nephew Captain Thomas J Mc Grath with the army of occupation in Germany.
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