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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1906
Page
10
Mrs Wiggiam Hf. Pelton will speak in the Grand at the Alhenta chapter meeting. Her remarks recall the Confederacy era and public life in the state. The talk promises unusual distinction as she blends memories with notable local history.
C M Brown sues for habeas corpus to gain possession of four year old Mildred from wife Birdie Brown amid divorce filings and alleged cruelty. The case unfolds with custody disputes, a jewelry dispute over gold earrings, and a third party involvement, Miss Willie Brown. Judge Calhoun presides as hearings proceed and counsel T C Battle and W W Fairtrell represent Mrs Brown and Mr Brown respectively.
Washington March 7 The House closed general debate on the Indian appropriation bill after six speeches and permission to print two more on record. Speakers included Mr Burke on Indians as government wards and civilizing progress, Mr Kine on banking reforms, Mr Brantley opposing federal licenses for pilots, Mr Haugen against a parcels post, Mr Gardner arguing immigration limits, and Mr Galies accusing Henry Clay of standpat tendencies. Brantley’s pilotage opposition rested on specific grounds.
A fragment notes that states have ample authority to prescribe all needed regulators with no reason or excuse for federal interference as the house adjourns with plans to reconvene tomorrow.
A man named Melver of Vaneboro Maine recounts a dramatic recovery from severe lung inflammation after trying Dr King s New Discovery. He credits it with saving his life after three doctors gave up. The product also claims to cure coughs bronchitis tonsillitis and pneumonia and is guaranteed at druggists with free trial bottles offered.
Senator Tillman will appear before the Senate committee on privileges and elections in Washington on March 7 to discuss his resolution about contributions of national banks in national elections. He plans to present a case based on supposition, with witnesses ready, and will withhold naming the offending bank until committee action. The amount under consideration is said to be about 17,000 dollars.
Advertising teaches a large audience to buy by packaging and branding. A branded box like Domino Sugar persuades buyers to pay more and select the product for its perceived quality and convenience. The concept benefits consumers and grocers, turning common foods into trade marked items. The Lane’s Homer Journal notes many manufacturers overlook this.
Wimbish to build a $200,000 Schubert Belasco theater on Peachtree north of the Fairfax. Construction to start May 1 and finish by November for the next season. The project promises luxury, modern safety, and larger weeks of engagements with stars like Warfield and Bernhardt.
Washville Tenn March 7 The state Republican committee met and decided to call a convention on August 22 to nominate candidates for governor and other state offices. Lines between the Evans and Brownlow factions were sharply drawn.
Former Democratic presidential candidate Judge Alton B Parker and German minister Herr Humbracht visited Atlanta. Parker praised southern prosperity seen from the new car shed and described Atlanta as a growing metropolis. He planned a week at Pass Christian with his family and hoped for a brief Atlanta return visit.
A New York state woman describes severe stomach disorder and a painful skin eruption diagnosed as erysipelas. After switching to a diet of Grape-Nuts and Postum, her digestion improved, headaches and nervousness vanished, and the eruption faded. Weight increased as she could digest food better. She praises Grape-Nuts as the best diet she used and notes the brand Postum Co., Battle Creek, Michigan. There’s a reason. See The Road to Wellville booklet.
German Minister Humbracht arrived at the terminal station with German imperial consul Dr Zoepffel-Quellenstein and was taken to a residence on Peachtree Place. He said the trip was private and would not grant newspaper interviews, leaving for Jacksonville last night.
Mrs Elizabeth Robinson longtime Atlanta dress designer joins M Rich & Bros silk dress goods and trimmings department. She will advise customers on fabrics styles and combinations and assist ladies choosing outfits. Friends invited to visit the store to consult with her on what to wear.
Richmond March 7 reports say a legislative committee investigating the state corporation commission controversy found that Second Clerk Lanier used his position to aid a private corporation in which Judge Crump held stock. The panel split with majority exonerating Crump on corruption but deeming him indiscreet and weak.
In Ware county MM H Connor declares as a socialist democrat to run for the legislature against Dr W A Buchanan for the unexpired term of Dr J M Spence. The election is set for Wednesday March 34 with talk of Ware county backing a socialist governor candidate through a prominent local brick mason.
Washington March 7. The senate committee on foreign relations authorized a favorable report on Senator Lafourre's measure to prohibit aliens from taking sponges in U S waters. The bill aims to curb sponge fishing by aliens in the West Indies and other island areas, protecting a Southeast Florida industry vital to the state.
Richmond march 7 the church man bill fixes passenger rates at 2 vents per mile for 00 and 000 11e tickets. It passed the senate and now goes to the governor for approval.
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