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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1915

Page

10

Children Day at Charity Bazar in Atlanta

Atlanta Charity Association marks Georgia Children’s Home Society day with free admission for under 16 in the matinee. Adult pricing cut to 15 cents afternoon and 25 cents evening until carnival closes Saturday. Program includes vaudeville acts, band concerts, and an aerial novelty. Queen contest boosts votes by penny drops for five votes tonight.

Atlanta Auditorium Armory Atlanta Charity Ye Association Georgia Children's Home Society Association Mile Daisy LaDale Bobby Fountain Stanley Eliiotte Andderium Mintos Virginia Tapscombe Tallian Garter Margaret Flallman Bessie Langharn Lillian Courtney Wmunner Georgia Taldtews Lame Society D. J. Murase J. Te Dickey J.B Campbel Garden Kaser Woodside Robinson Albert Theenton Andrew Calhoun May McRae Cie Aukingon Albert Llowell Ro F Maddox

Equal Suffragists Hear Attorneys At Atlanta Meeting

Charles D Welinney and Leonard J Groshmaan spoke to a large Atlanta Equal Suffrage Association meeting at Florel Ansley on Admission of Women to the Bar McKin nes addressed the group Deolergd a ad deeas ont Slats of Women on Georgia Dr Rebcorn Krannon spoke for preparedness resolutions urging readiness The president Mrs Ameta Tt Woodall presided outlining the suffrage school meetings held on the first and third Mondays each month

Charles D. Welinney Leonard J. Groshmaan Atlanta Equal Suffrage Association Florel Ansley Charles D. McKinnes Ameta Tt Woodall Athinla Eeual Suffrage Asocution

Boifeuillet To Sail For London As Chief Clerk

John T Boifeuillet is set to leave Washington for New York and sail Saturday noon on the steamer New York to London to take the post of chief clerk at the American embassy. He has been in Washington a week consulting with State Department officials on embassy matters.

John Corrixan Washington de T 'Boilenillet New Yorke Lhernmuel New York American Ine London Tie State Department

Maxwell Dealers Meet In City To Discuss Sales

Forty Maxwell car dealers from Georgia and South Carolina held a formal meeting Thursday noon at the Ansley hotel. The gathering, arranged by J. P. Headrex head of the sales department in Atlanta, aimed to introduce John G. Plath from Detroit Michigan sales supervisor of Maxwell, to the dealers.

Wort Maxwell Georgia South Caroling Mat Ansley J. P. Headrex Atlanta John 4. Plath Detroit Mich Maxwell Company

Teacher Portraits Drawn in Bessie Tift Lecture

State Superintendent of Schools Frittam delivered a lecture at The Bessie Eat College during August term. He described the school teacher meeting various types of people and the problems that haunt a scooteacher, drawing a vivid picture for patrons and listeners.

Thad R Manning Dies in Henderson NC Former Press Leader

Thad R Manning, once president of the North Carolina Press association and former owner of The Henderson Gold Leaf, died today in Henderson. He was in his early seventies and had been bedbound for three years.

Thad R. Manning Henderson N. C. Maren Thad Manning 6Rth Carolina Press Association Henderson Gold Leaf

Broyles to Speak at Kirkwood Church Event

Judge Nash R. Broyles will speak at Kirkwood Methodist Church next Sunday at 7 30 PM. Henry Pace serves as pastor and will introduce the speaker.

Broyles Nash R. Broyles Kirkwoo Henry Pace

Kennedy on trial for wife murder in Sandersville

In Sandersville Georgia special via March 4 the trial of Lee Kennedy of Emanuel county charged with killing his wife proceeded rapidly. Kennedy testified claiming accidental shooting during a struggle to disarm her. State witnesses rebutted as attorneys argued and Judge Hardeman prepared to instruct the jury after lengthy speeches.

Cnsfe Kennedy I. G. Gray Swainsboro J. K. Hines Atlanta B. T. Rawlings A. W. Evans

Big rally at Commerce promotes agriculture and home life

In Commerce Georgia March 4 a large agricultural rally at the Elida theater drew farmers to hear a slate of speakers including Mayor E B Anderson Mrs Nellie Peters Black and Dr A M Soule. The gathering endorsed producing more food and less cotton and featured a country dinner and remarks from club leaders aiming to bolster agriculture and domestic science locally.

Commerce Elida E. B. Anderson J. J. Yarber Nellie Peters Black Lyman J. Amsden Atlanta Shippen Ninth District Woman's Club Georgia Jackson

Wife Contends Husband Should Pay for Fashion Bill

In Fulton courts Miss Virginia Bowie sues for three hundred dollars for gowns from Mrs. J A McLeas of the Ponce de Leon apartments. Dr J J A McLeas testifies he would assume the debt but cannot pay now. A ruling is expected today.

J. A. McLeas Ponce de Leon Virgina Bowie J. J. A. MeLeas Fulton Courts Bens Wet Dr. McLeay

Railroads Barred From Tax Assessment Reduction

State comptroller general rejects railroad pleas to reduce their 191% assessments by 20 percent. He says he cannot grant any tax assessment reduction, noting the 1515 assessments were based on last year's figures despite lower earnings.

Han

Business Improving in South Georgia

Waycross Georgia March 4 Special reports steady improvement in business conditions across the section. Railroads show usable gains with more freight trains in operation. local merchants grow optimistic. A single sawmill runs day and night to meet orders, owner predicting rapid improvement within sixty days.

Waycross

Tech boys to hear address by Rice

Calvin W. Rice national secretary of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers will lecture Friday morning to the Georgia School of Technology student body. He will tour the mechanical electrical and civil engineering departments during his Tech visit. He recently spoke to students at Auburn Alabama Polytech Institute.

Calvin W. Rice American Society of Mechanical Engineers Georgia School of Technology Tech Hoce Auburn Ala Alabama Poly Institute

Texas Pastor Will Preach Here Sunday

Dr. Wi S Jacobs a D D pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Houston Texas visits his brother at Oxlethorpe University and will preach at the Central Congregational Church at Ellis and Carnegie Way next Sunday at 11 AM and 8 PM.

S& Jacobs D. D First Presbyterian Church Houston Texas Thornwell Jators Oxlethorpe University Central Ellis and Carnegie Way

Dean Sentenced for Raising an Express Order

Judge Ben Hill yesterday sentenced Albert Dean, former moving picture operator, to four years in prison after conviction for raising an express order. The case alleged Dean altered an order for amounts from $1.60 to $21.50, and he protested his innocence as the sentence was imposed.

Ben Hill Albert Dean Dean

New Uses for Cotton Shown at Augusta Exhibit

Augusta March 4 Special The American Cotton Manufacturers association opens a cotton exhibit with hundreds of samples and cotton apparel on living models. Visitors from Atlanta and other points attend at venues around the city including Partridge Inn and Hamp ton Terrace. The display, praised as wonderful and complete, will close Friday.

Augusta American Cotton Manufacturers Association Tracs J. Hickman L. J. Arnold Atlanta Partridge Inn

Kirkland Called to Mother's Bedside in Warcross

General Manager D F Kirkland of the Georgia and Florida railroad was summoned from Augusta to Waycross today due to his mother Mrs G Kirkland's critical illness. She is slightly better tonight but remains in danger, according to reports.

Warcross D. F. Kirkland Georgia and Florida Railroad Augusta Kirklang

See George Arliss in Dis raeli film event

A periodical lineup praises George Arliss in Dis raeli calling it better than Warfield and a treat. The Journal hails the performance while the Constitution urges audiences not to miss the show and the Georgian brands it as more than a treat.

George Arliss Disraeli Warfield

Lambdin Appointment Approved in Georgia Sections

Reports from Waycross Valdosta and Barnesville note broad support for Judge W. W. Lambdin’s appointment to the southern district. Telegrams of congratulations pour in from across Georgia as bar associations and local chambers urge him to establish residence in Valdosta or nearby, praising his ties to Gordon College and the University of Georgia and his long public service in the Flint circuit.

Valdosta Valdosta, Bar Association Wlw. Lambdin Georgig Vilgosta Wadse Lambdin Barnesville Dudge W. W. Lambdin Wilson Georgia Barnasville Dermite Gordon University of Georgia Avante Waycross Flint Circuit Eectlo

Grocers and Butchers Plan City Meeting

A speed tal meeting of the Retail Grocers and Butchers bureau is set for Wednesday evening March 25 in the chamber of commerce. The event aims to unite city grocers and commission men to discuss food distribution and informal networking with a speaker to be invited. Further details will follow.

Chamber of Commerce Whaledale Grocers Tjanta Maller I

Ellaville to Issue Bonds for New School

Ellaville Ga March 4 Special. The election for school bonds here was carried by a big majority with few votes against. Ellaville will soon have a modern school building. The sugar cane crop of south Georgia is being planted this week with acreage expected to be good. last year’s smaller crop yielded well enough to balance the year.

Ellavie Ellavile Thomasiiic Wit Maren South Georgia Detce Wesley, Joniston Willingsham Empire Building Atlanta Judson Wallingham Carl Wesley J. G. Johnston Wesley &Johnston

Normal School Field Day Honors Seniors In Winning Cup

Athens Ga March 4 Special The State Normal school held its second field day with three events and several games. Seniors topped points in fall and today captain ball and dodgeball were favorites. Winners include Seniors in volley ball seniors in captain ball and girls basketball while juniors excelled in several events.

Athens State Normal School Sophs Tnior-Fresh Supin

Councilman Lee pushes jitney bus ordinance debate

Councilman Jesse B. Lee plans a meeting of the street railway committee early next week to discuss his jitney bus regulation ordinance. Auto dealers back the plan, saying jitneys will spur Georgia Railway and Power to raise service standards for the public.

Jesse B. Lee Atlanta Street Railway Committee Lee Haa General Council Lee Sitneys Georgia Railway and Power Company Jitmey Bus AOE

West Georgia forms boys and girls clubs in region

Columbus Ga March 4. Many boys corn clubs and girls canning clubs are now organized in west Georgia under Professor C J Funes Columbus agent for farm demonstration work and Mrs H B Band county agent. Last year numerous youths showed strong interest and some remarkable records. In mid March Professors James and S M Down will visit Meriwether and Talbot counties to promote club work with meetings at rural schoolhouses.

Columbus West Georgia C. 3. Funes government farm _demonstration work BH. G. Band Ottus County James 8. M. Down Mair Meriwether Lotnties Hamilton Chipley Greenville Woodburs Woodland Tarbatton

Many Pay Last Tribute to Judge James Brown

Canton Ga March 4 Special funeral of Judge James Brown held today with a large Blue Ridge circuit turnout. Ceremonies led by Rev A B Vaughan of LaGrange. Two floral conveyances required. Attendees included ex Governor Joseph M Brown ex Congressman Carter Tate and Judge H Patterson. Brown beloved by Cherokee County residents.

Canton James It. Brown A. B.vaughan LaGrange Joseph M. Brown George Or. Brown Atlanta Carter Tate H. Patterson Brown Ts Seath Cherokea

Power Company Buys Site Near Valdosta

Thomasville Ga March 4 Special The South Georgia Power company has secured a site for a plant on the Withlacoochee river about four miles from Valdosta and plans to supply electric power to Thomasville Quitman Valdosta Camilla and nearby towns. A company representative appeared before the Thomasville city council this week and the matter was referred to the water and light committees with power to act.

Thomasville South Georgia Power Company Valdosta Quitman Camila Thomasvib Crty Council Water and Light

Amorous Elected Exalted Ruler of Atlanta Elks Lodge

Martin Amorous was elected exalted ruler at the Atlanta lodge regior meeting last night. H. H. Milner has moved to Houston. The new ruler assumes office at the first April meeting. Other officers named include George James and John Smith among others. Hon Roland Ellis of Macon gave the principal address and praised J Moss for acting as exalted ruler in Milner’s absence.

Martin Amorous Atlanta H. H. Milner Grand Lodge Asa Dunn Roland Ellis Macon J & Moss Milner

Overnight Relief Claim for Constipation Pills

An ad touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative tonic that clears a congested bowels mass by morning without stomach upset. It targets women, children, and the elderly, offering a free trial by writing to Dr W B Caldwell in Altonicello Illinois.

Jacobs' Liver Salt Ad Claims Auto toxemia Cure

An old newspaper ad warns readers their food leaves waste causing autotoxemia and urges using Jacobs' Liver Salt to flush the stomach and bowels. It touts the tonic as better than calomel, with claims of no vomiting or after effects and urges one half pound for the druggist.

Jacobs’ Pharmac Janta

Jitney Bus Regulation Debate in Atlanta Council

The Lee ordinance seeks to regulate jitney buses as common carriers, requiring mayor and council consent for each route, a franchise process with notices, and separate council votes. It mandates detailed applications, bonds of 10000 to 20000, and vehicle and route disclosures to protect public safety and finances. It urges public input before decisions on jitney operations.

Lee Atlanta Aldermanic Board Particwar

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Charity Bazar John T. Boifeuillet Maxwell Dealers Bessie Tift Minton Minton China Maier & Berkeie, Inc Gald and Silversmiths Whitehall Street Openprehive Jackson Farmers Tech Boys RICE Manufacturers and Society F. Kirkland Lambrdin Waycroes W. W. Tambdin Ellaville Normal School James Brown Power Company Third National Bank Marietta Broad Streets Prank Henkler John XS. Goddard Thos. C. Ersio Canhier A.W. Deintart Canbiere H. W- Brera W. DB Amorous ELKS Atlanta Lodge C. H. S. Cigars Rae Carolina Akey Warshouse Firat'n Dall H. L Sacksonville Fis Girard Alan Pensacela
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