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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1902

Page

10

Rucker Salt Case Ends as Widow Wins Half Estate

Decree handed down by Judge Zumptin grants Mrs Mery J Rucker control of half of her late husband Jen Rucker’s estate valued around 200000 to 250000. She receives the Rucker building on Alabama street valued at 9000 and the remainder in cash within ninety days, with costs paid from the estate after an amicable settlement.

Mery J. Rucker WW. Rucker Maddens Ruecker Banking Company Irs Rucker Robert F. Maddox Atlanta Jen. Rucker Porter King Robert &. Maddox Westmoreland Bos Supreme Court Mrg. Rucker Alabama Street Anderson, Anderson,& Thomas

City Considers City’s Role Before Depot Commission

The special depot committee led by Councilman Frank Beck discussed whether Athinthe city should send a committee to the upcoming depot commission meeting. Alderman Woodward urged waiting until the commission requests city input after state actions. The group decided to notify the governor that a city committee is ready if needed, otherwise no Athinthe representatives will attend next week’s session.

Special Depot Commission Frank Beck Beck Depot Commission Woodward Spencer Athainta

Crescent Hotel Opens as All-Year Resort at Eureka Springs

On July 3 the Crescent hotel at Eureka Springs opens as a year-round resort under Frisco system management. Extensive renovations have been completed to rival premier hostels in the southwest. Dorothy South by George Cary Eggleston is noted for summer reading at Miller, 83 Marietta.

Dorothy South George Cary Eggleston Miller Marietta Thea Crescent Hotel Eureka Springs Frisco Crescent Hotel

Regiment To Hold Reunion At Buford July 22

The 42d Georgia Regiment will gather at Buford on July 22 for its annual reunion marking the Atlanta battle anniversary. An arranged program includes several addresses and short talks by members. Rev. Henry Quig of Conyers is expected to speak, with Col. W. betuisey and Col. W. L Calhoun among those likely to address attendees. The president, Col. L. P. Thomas, invites all members to attend and bring baskets for a picnic. Dr W M Durham backs the effort to make it a great success.

Georgia Buford Forty-second Georgia Remgement Atlanta W. L Calhoun bin Smith L. P. Thomas W M Durham

Maier and Berkele Offer Table Sideboard and Man Tel Saeces

Maier and Berkele advertise furniture including a table sideboard and man tel saeces with silver applied. The brief notice lists items likely for sale or display, emphasizing craftsmanship and material details.

Georgia Boy Returns After Twelve Years Believed Dead

DeKalb county native D Corley, long presumed dead after years away with his half brother on railroads and steamers, arrives at Atlanta's Union Depot with his wife and child to a tearful reunion with his aged parents. He spent years as a railroad worker and Mississippi river steamboat engineer before deciding to settle at home.

Georgia Boy D. Corley DeKalb County Decatur Union Depot Sam T. Corley Corley Charles C White Georgia Pacific Atlanta Birmingham Ala Greenville Miss Vicksburg Misa White Georgia Ily Mae Mississippi Young Corley Georgia Pacific Railroad T. Corley Mr. Corley

Staff Chosen for New Hospital at Tabernacle Infirmary

A new training school for nurses opens with a twenty five to thirty bed capacity at 42 Spring Street as the Tabernacle infirmary expands. The facility offers district nursing, a paying charity department, and a maternity ward with a two year training program plus Bible studies.

Tabernacle Infirmary The Spring Street Federal Prison R. R. Kime J Dawkins Cromer C Davia James N. Brawner H R Donaldson W. Monroe Smith J. M. Crawford A. E. Wheeler Jos Broughton William Crenshaw Aluon 2 Tabernacle Bible Institute Christanne

Hoped-for rejuvenation tonic offered for sale

An advertisement promotes Hood's Barsaparilla as a marvelous rejuvenating medicine. It claims strong vitality effects and urges readers to mail a dollar for a plain package with a bottle promising proof of its benefits. The text mentions Lowell and Hoad's Barsaparilla, appealing to those weakened by illness.

Hood Co Wep Hoad Lowell

Terrell Leads in Primary With About 62,000 Votes

Official returns from all counties except Decatur show J M Terrell near 62,000 votes while Guerry hovers around 40,000 and Estill around 30,000. Terrell will lack a true majority over both rivals but holds a large margin against each individually as county totals await final tally.

Terrell J. M Terrell Decatur Mr. Guerry Colonel Estill Guerry Estill Querry B. T. Brown

Two Youths Arrested in City House Robberies

Police detain Fred Ratteree and J C Patterson on charges of robbing numerous houses over two months. Detectives Sanford Simpson and Mounted Officer Rowan recovered stolen goods and gathered evidence. Both suspects deny guilt and a recorder will hear the cases this morning.

Seveal Fred Ratteree J. C Patterson Sanford and Simpson Rowan Rattéree Patterson

Kenny Company Offers Free Flag Day Promotion

The Kenny Company at 82 Whitehall Street announces a patriotic promo giving a free United States flag to every customer on Saturday, June 28. The message stresses well planned advertising and ten years of experience from Geo. G. Lowthan, Empire blog, Atlanta.

United States Whitehall Street Lowthan Empire Atlanta

Seizure Of 500 Gallons North Carolina Whisky At West Point

Revenue officers seized 14 kegs containing about 500 gallons of illicit North Carolina whisky at West Point. The alcohol was illegally shipped into the state and will be advertised for 30 days. If unclaimed, it will be sold at public outcry with proceeds to the United States. Authorities doubt the owner will claim the property.

West Point North Carolina United States

Receivers Fees Debate at Atlanta National Building Case

As hearings on receivers and attorney fees for the Atlanta National Building and Loan case resume, bankers testify the receivers’ pay of 8 000 to 12 000 may be excessive. Witnesses urge figures around 8 000 to 12 000, with earnings and salaries of receivers discussed. The court will continue the testimony with more expert opinions forthcoming.

Atlanta National Atlanta National S Building and Loan Association Ben H. Hill W. P. Hill J. K. Ottley Charles & Currier W. & Witham H. Thornton J A McCord Atlanta National Bank W. A. Wimbish Mr. Witham Thornton Neal Loan and Banking Company McCord Third National Bank

Silk Worms Ten Spin in Georgia

Louis B Magid of New York seeks to establish a Georgia silk industry with a 1500 acre Tallulah Falls tract, 25 acre farms tilled by Piedmont Italian farmers, a silk mill, and a colony of immigrants. He aims to demonstrate and promote silk culture across the South and will base operations at Tallulah Falls after meeting Governor Candler.

Tallulah Falls Piedmont Region Louis B Magid New York City Atlanta Mr. Magid Germany Georgia Piedmont Italy Magid Candler United States North Carolinas Alabama Florida Mississippi Louisiana Texas South

What Might Have Been and Title Insurance Wisdom

The passage argues the true test of title examination and insurance is the regret of those who fail to ensure titles. It warns that without examination and insurance, buyers risk litigation or loss of rightful property. It encourages recognizing the wisdom of title services.

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May J. Rucker Zumptin Martele Sil Tel Saeces Maier & Berkele PHEYE D. Kenny Company Supreme Court of Georgia Central of Georgia Railway Company Scott H H. Merry H.C Cannon H. H. Merry E. Ww James McNatt A. H. Carter Lyman Breit Louis B. Magid Meelies Huw Bellingrath Acme Tron Creamer Hunnicutt & Bellingrath Col. Peachtree and Walton Streets Eureka Steel Range King Bee Fairbanks King Hardware Peters New York Norfolk
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