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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1901

Page

5

Oldest living Georgia grad visits campus reminiscences return

In Athens Sime 14 Special the oldest living UGA graduate, Archelais H Mitchell of Summerfield Alabama, age ninety four, arrives as guest of his nephew Albert L Mitchell. He graduated in 1828 and will roam campus with fellow alumni recalling youthful days while Dr T V Walker and Rev Emory F Anderson recount campus pastimes and professors.

Athens Sime University of Georgia Archelais H. Mitchell Summerfeld Ala University Albert L. Mitchell Mitchell Talltarrow Dr. Mitchell Toombs Pierca Stephena Lewis G. Anderson Salem Qeonce Georgia Anderson Benjamin of Palmer New Orleans Bitten Eb, Bacon William Hope Wall John LeConte William Rutherford Shelton P Samford T. V. Walker Texas Emory F. Anderson Ananta Walker Mallard James Jackson Marx

Corner Stone Laying and Senior Class Oratory at Athens Campus

Senior and law classes provided the morning speakers at the university chapel with praise for their scholarly mastery. Corner stones of new campus buildings were laid by the Masonic fraternity in a formal ceremony led by Grand Master Max Meyerherdt, witnessed by many Masons and a large crowd.

Athens Law Clases University Temple DeHart A. B Bristol Noble Calhoun Palatka Rew Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 22 Max Meyerherdt Ronis Georgia W. F. Dorsey Mt Vernon J. P. Campbell J. Hull Alwani Hed Pandora Clarke County Mr. Strahan Athens Banner University Bulletin Mt .Vernon Grand Lodge State of Georgia R. W Sizer BF. Crip W. J. Wood Clarke City of Louis Funkenstein United States Elf. Bond Lewis Morris Clarke Counts James Hart Michael Bros

Hood's Sarsaparilla Fights Dyspepsia and Related Ailments

A dated ad suggests indigestion causes discomfort after meals and nerves headaches. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures dyspepsia by addressing stomach stress and general malaise, urging early attention to digestion.

Hood

Gainesville Forms Light and Power Company for Chattahoochee River

The Galesville Light and Power Company applies for a charter in Hall County to develop water power on the Chattahoochee River owned by Colonel S. C. Dunlap. Capitalized at 100000 with plans to supply Gainesville and attract manufacturers, potential street railway later. incorporators include B L Murray J J Spalding J J Dunlap Z V Castleberry H H Dean M M Ham EB Kimbrough and Howard Thompson. Ten percent of stock paid in before starting, with possible increase to 1000000.

Galesville Galesville Light and Power Company Rennet Chattahsachee Dunlap Gainesville BL Murray Chicago J. J Spalding Atlanta J. J. Dunlap Z VT Castleberry H. H. Dean M. M. Ham EB. Kimbrough Howard Thompson Capitaliss Walch

Man Bound Over for Attempted Murder in Macon Incident

In Macon Georgia on June fourteen special report Charley Williams was bound over to the superior court on three thousand five hundred ninety dollars bond to answer a charge of assault with intent to murder. He allegedly cut Julia Sparks multiple times with a knife as she lay ill. The case also involves Tom Rutherford who was bound over on three hundred dollar bond for harboring Williams. The article also covers a long, ceremonial Masonry program in Athens, including dedications and speeches about cornerstone symbolism and education in Georgia.

Macon Charley Williams Addault Julia Sparks Tom Rutherford Charley Wiliams Confederate Veterans Julius Cohen Athens’ Volunteer Fire Department Northeast Georgia Fair Association Furlus Cohen No. 6 Hose Company Augusta Cohen Howell Cobb William L .Mitchell Mount Vernon Lodge Walter B. Hubehanretlor Georgia Cornerstone T .W. Reed Dr. Magi St. Pauls Church Pean E. A. Gould T. W. Reed T. W Reed Athens Banner Savannah Sana Brantley Denmark Free Masonry America Lave Commonwealth of Georgia Dagen Aires

Visiting Committee Finds Deaf School Crowded in Cave Spring

The governor’s committee reports Georgia School for the Deaf overcrowding due to rising attendance. White and colored departments face bed and room shortages, urging 25 000 for new buildings and equipment after 70 000 request was denied. Committee lists Mayor John A. Smith Gainesville as chairman and includes J A Parsons J B S Davie and others.

Cave Spring Georgia School For the Deaf Gany Factory John A. Smith Gainesville J. A. Parsons Warsaw J. B.S Davie Newnan Turget L. Sweat Waycross W. B. Adams Hiberton C. P. Gordon Dalton Fudge J. M. Pade Covington T. BH. Gordon Liberty County B W. Wackins Emijay J. M Thomas Griffin

Smallpox Controversy Prompts Impeachment Move in Savannah

Savannah officials face impeachment actions as Dr W A Brunner, city health officer, accuses Chatham county commissioners of neglecting smallpox suppression beyond the city limits and within a two mile buffer. Brunner contends the county shirks responsibility, plans to sue for $100 per case at the city pesthouse, and vows to press impeachment if delays persist.

Savannah J. J. Dale Board of County Commissioners W A Brunner Brunner Tts Branner Atene Chatham County

Address of Judge Speer in Athens Next Week

Hundreds of old friends in Athens and across the ninth district will hear Judge Emory Speer speak next Tuesday at the University of Georgia Alumni Society centennial celebration. The famed former congressman, noted for his independent stance and potent stump speeches, will receive a warm ovation from supporters and former rivals alike.

Athens Emory Spear University of Georgia Ninth Speer Georgia Nindrars Lke Syveren

Class of 68 Reunion Held at Captain Thomas Home

Athens Ga special reports the University of Georgia Class of 1868 planning a reunion Monday evening at Milledge Avenue home of Captain W W Thomas. Many graduates will attend with speeches and a reception, honoring both the living and deceased members.

Captain Thomas Athens University of Georgia W. W. Thomas Milledge Avenue Georgia Henry W. Grady George Bancroft Horace D Beens E. B. Connell W. L. Dennis Charles W. Dubose Walter &. Gondon Hubert B. Hodgson Benjemin P Hollis Davenport Jackson Louis F. “LeConte M. V. Meaibhen F. Bow Donaldsonville C. M. Goodman Atlanta F.,w. Melhrim Bavarian W. H. Mims Vienna H. P. Myers Marshallville W. F. Parka Augusta Jeptha H. Rucker R.A Russell Hamilton Thomas Alabama Robert Toombs Washington D. C Henry A. Whitman

Woman's Missionary Society to Convene in Dubin Georgia

The annual session of the Woman's Missionary Society of the South Georgia conference of the Methodist church will convene in this city tomorrow, with W. Matthews of Americas presiding and about 100 delegates expected.

Woman’s Missionary Society Dubin Fuge Woman's Missionary Society of the Sourth Georgia Songer-Ence Webt Biis W. Matthews Americas

Brunswick hosts banker Kuhn with brief harbor ride

A social reception for banker Robert Kuhn occurred at the Oxlethorpe in Brunswick followed by a harbor sail to view dock facilities and the Brunswick and Birmingham railroad. Notables including Frank D Aiken and Captain Charles Arnold joined the party. They rode a special train on the Brunswick and Birmingham line and returned to Brunswick that evening.

Bronswick Ft. Kuhn Oxlethorpe Mr Kuhn Brunswick Brunswick and Birmingham Railroad Frank D Aiken EF. Caney Albert Fendig F D. M. Strachan H S McCray GW. Coates J. D Sparks J. A Mc Dvnte Edwin Brabston

Funerals in Central City Macon Ga June 14

Central City Macon Ga sees several obsequies as Mrs Dewitt McCrary infant Charley Woodrut and H I Katgier are laid to rest. Katgier dies of consumption at about forty. interment planned in Georgetown. Services held at East Macon Vineville Washington Ave. Riverside and other local sites.

Ocmulgee Macon Dewitt McCrary East J. H. Mather W. W. Ploeon Riverside Cemetery Charley Charles Woodrut Vineville H. I. Katgier Delock Washington Avenue Georgetown Georgia Southern and Florida Spectat St. Mer Diacon Bibi Bam Westcott Sheriff Westcott Hilljay Westcott Wilijay Marion Willingham New York Young Men's Christian Association Goomran Union League of East Macon Methodist Church Culpepper Pinson Will Gerdine Yonah Rebekah Lodge of Odd Felons Aft W. J. Dunwody Union Savings Bank and ‘Trust Company Straton Brick Company Ockington D'Ormond- Fuller Company Cromp's Park Younus Men's Christian “Association of L. J. Kilburn Kilburn Liverck Wia Mra Marie Sanders Abe Sherwood Georgia, Southern and Florida Railroad St. Louis Baptist Young People's Union A. S. Moore

Officials to Attend Georgia Sheriffs Convention in Columbus

A special number of Macon officials will travel to the seventh annual Georgia sheriffs clerks of superior and city courts chiefs of police solicitors general meeting in Columbus starting July 1 for two to three days. Columbus preparations include a Chattahoochee river steamer ride. At Savannah last year officials invited solicitors general to join the association and many plan to attend Columbus. Subjects of importance to officials will be considered.

Macon Georgia Sheriffs Columbus Chattahoochee Savannah

Trials In City Court Hear Criminal Docket In Macon

In Macon Ga on June 1 the city court heard the criminal docket and will be engaged for days on these cases. Andrew Jackson was found guilty of profane language in front of ladies and fined 40 dollars or four months on the chaingang. Annie Hooks was convicted on the game charge and sentenced to the chaingang for twelve months without option to pay a fine. George and John Booker were found not guilty of assault and battery.

Macon Andrew Jackson Annie Hooks George John Booker

Brunswick Official Suspended Over City Feed Theft Charge

Brunswick Georgia city council suspended Superintendent of Public Works David Davis for thirty days pending investigation of charges that he stole the city feed. Employee Hoyt filed the accusation. Davis denies the charge after an extended adjourned session that followed an all night meeting.

Brunswick David Davis Hoyt Davis

Fire destroys Halcyondale store and post office

At Halcyondale Georgia four miles west of town the store house of D J Woods and the Halcyondale postoffice were burned between 6 and 8 40 pm destroying stock goods books and all. The fire is believed incendiary. Woods has gone to Egypt for bloodhounds to locate the culprit.

D. J. Woods Oliver, Ga Halcyondale D. J. Wools Woends

Veteran Patton recalls Camp Charleston injury and cure

The veteran Thomas J. Patton of the Eighth Ohio Cavalry recalls a 1890s fall at Camp Charleston that caused a fractured rib and nerve trouble. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring health, improving memory, appetite, and strength, and states affidavits support their efficacy.

Eighth Ohio Cavalry Thomas J Patton Trbana Ohio Camp Chrrington Patton Champion Democrast Urleans Camp Charleston Willums Mr Petton Anl Dr. Willams Medicine Co Schenectady

Georgia Sawmill Association Holds Tifton Meeting

The Georgia Sawmill Association representing Georgia Alabama and Louisiana yellow pine producers met in Tifton Tuesday afternoon with officers H H Porter presiding W L Sullweil treasurer and F R Waymer secretary. Attendance exceeded half the state output as mills report strong orders and rising prices. A three month free membership offer and a 10 000 daily cut limit were set plus travel expenses for attendees. An official lumber inspector was approved to travel among mills and resolve disputes between manufacturers and dealers. Next meeting set for July 5 at Hotel Sadie, Tifton.

Georgia Tifton Georgia Sawmill Associatim Reading Yellow Pine Lumber Manufaccturers of Labama Iciwi Ddoicl Sudie du Gglock H. Ho K. Cowan Southern Lumberman Nashville W Whitehead Southern Musing and Lumber Journal Wimington J L Tmillips Northern Lumberman Chicago

New Lodge of Odd Fellows Founded in Dalton

Dalton Ga June 14 Special Odd Fellows lodge organized in Dalton last night with thirty five members. J G Maitland deputy grand master of Rome and G T Taylor Sam Pyle T B Goodson and F G Hamilton of Rome lodge presided. Officers were installed and meeting nights chosen. A banquet was held for visitors from Rome.

Dalton Odd Felows Lodge J. G. Maitland Rome G T. Taylor Sam Pyle T B. Goodson F G Hamilton Masonic Lodge

Essig Bros Promotion Highlights Bargains and Hats

Follow the Man Who Never Misses a Good Thing and you will find him making tracks for Essig Bros. The store touts comfort in stock with flannel suits from 6.00 to 12.50, serge coats and vests from 0.00 to 58.59, odd serge coats 3.00 to 6.00, siciliana vests 5.00 to 10.00, cenas 2.56 to 8.50, and all styles summer underwear from 0.50 to 1.50. The best straw hat in Atlanta is available. ask to see it.

Fay Esial Olson Cass J. Newton Hathaway M.D Imran South Broad Street Atlanta Essig Bros Sec

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John Temple Dehart N. Calhoun Cole Ferrell Thomas Cooper Sean Eno PAP Inott C. Thompson Davis Eee B BH. A. Duke BIG Light and Power Plant Inesville Chattahoochee River Hall County Capitalista Bible Superior Court School For Deaf Chatham Judge Speer Kuhn Centeral City Convention OF Officials Halcyondale, GA Eighth Ohio Cavalry Wae Narrowis Feenpeda Fotel Boding IHE Lumber Manufacturers NEW Lodge OF Odd Fellows Popular Outfitters Whitehall
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