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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1909

Page

6

Mayor Likely To Veto City Charter Selfsucceeding Measure

Mayor Maddox may veto or approve the council adopted charter amendment that would allow councilmen to succeed themselves. The resolution passed 17 to 3, with Grant, Curtis, and Chambers voting no. The mayor says he has not officially seen the measure. public opinion divides, with many fearing continued in office. Clarke's Pre Ry... whiskey ad appears at article end.

Maddox Counel Hancock Grant Curtis Aciven

Resolutions on Death of Dr W B Armstrong at Grady Hospital

Grady Hospital board of trustees passed resolutions at a recent meeting mourning Dr W B Armstrong visiting surgeon for years. The motion lauds him as a friend and colleague, a modest gentleman, and expresses deep sympathy to his family and staff. Signed by Goldsmith Trickler and others.

Tne Grady 1 Hospital W. B. Armstrong WB. Armsrong Hfe

Debate on Cooper Case in Locust Grove Meeting

The Cleeronian Debating Club discussed the Cooper Carmack trial at their weekly session in Locust Grove Georgia on March 7. The query asked if the coop ers were in allieble in killing Carmack and the speakers reviewed witness testimony. judges ruled unanimously for the negative as lawyers prepare to address the court Monday.

Locust Grove Cleeronian Debating Club Cooper-Carmack Coopers Carmack

Zelaya Denies Nicaragua Preparing for War

President Zelaya, in a cabin with Consul General Altschul in New Orleans, declares Nicaragua is in absolute peace and denies plans for war with Costa Rica or Salvador. He emphasizes there is no military buildup and asserts peaceful intentions.

Nicaragua New Orleans Zelaya Altschul Costa Rica Salvador

Foundry Burned in Anniston Fire

A fire in Anniston Alabama on March 7 destroyed most of the Central Foundry Company's plant. Incendiary origin suspected. Loss about 8000 dollars. About 250 workers left unemployed. Plant had many orders in hand. rapid rebuilding unlikely.

Anniston Ala Central Foundry Company

Bridal Silver from Maier and Berkele Brand Jewelry

Bridal Silver offers wedding silver pieces praised for perfect quality new design beauty and correct prices from Maier and Berkele. The advertisement highlights pride in silver and encourages shoppers to choose their store for bridal accessories.

Maier & Berkele

Poteat Preaches on How to Choose a Pastor at First Baptist

Dr EM Poteat president of Furman University preached at First Baptist before a large crowd on the subject How to Select Pastor He argued Baptists err by basing choices on clothes or appearance preferring spiritual judgment and prayer He urged members to observe the minister before forming opinions and emphasized God guides pastors through the Holy Spirit.

EM. Poteat Furman University Greenville First Baptist Church Landrum Louisville Poteat Gencoms Paul Ephesus Flelda God

Weather Today Fair And Fine Across Regions

Forecast indicates fair and moderate west winds with generally high temperatures. New York reports 34 degrees, light rainfall noted in Charleston Sevannon and northern Detroit. Atlanta enjoyed an ideal Sunday as clonis Glm appeared early morning. temperature rises noted overall.

Seorsia Mose New York Charleston Sevannon Detroit Atlanta

Local Music Festival Hopes Rise With Caruso Appeal

The Gopher notes strong interest in a forthcoming Atlanta Music Festival. He and others favor tenor Caruso and anticipate a large turnout for the first Cable Hall rehearsal tonight. Professor Barnea hints singers have other distractions, yet the group aims for improvement.

Gopher Caruso Atlanta Cable Hall Barnea

Fire Threatens Docks in Brunswick Reaches Spike

Firefighters battled a five hour blaze at the Eide Young resin docks in Brunswick on the south end. The fire imperiled a block of brick structures used for shipping rooks and spirits for a quarter century. Losses included a storage shed and lumber piles valued at 15000 insured. Dock owners Downing and Albert Fendig reported insured damage. the cement stone plant shed lost tools and models. Coney King & Co. also suffered total losses. The area sits near the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic terminals.

Brunswick Ealy Lon FR Dickey Fitzgerald Downing Albert Fendig Coney, King & Co Atlanta Birmingham Atlantic

How Madame Nazimova Became American Star

A condensed career sketch traces Madame Nazimova from Yalta to Zurich Moscow and Stanyislavski training via European stages to America. After learning English she starred in Hedda Gabler under Shuvert and gained a steady home in the United States, establishing herself as a leading actress.

Madame Nazimova Madame Nasimova Yalta Crimean Provinces Russia Caspian Sea Zurich Switzerland Odenss Conservatory of the Phylharmonic Society Moscow Nasimovs Stanialey School Paul Grieneff Nazimova Berlin London Europe Grieneff Orleneff America Charles

Wife of Bartow Smith Prostrated by Conviction

Bartow Smith awaiting sentence for the killing of James Webb near Alpharetta remains largely unconscious at times, his wife devastated by the conviction and firmly believes in his innocence. The case leaves his wife and two young children without support as he faces a harsh prison term. Clarke's Pure Rye is advertised within the report.

Bartow Smith Alpharetta Smith

RAN INTO POLICEMAN AFTER KILLING TROOPER

Montgomery Alabama March 7 G Griffin a recent member of Troop T Seventh Cavalry United States army was shot and killed at 1 20 o clock this morning at the corner of Decatur and Powerd streets by Henry Krutsner a cleric in a lace soft drink establishment After the shooting Krutsner attempted to escape but in turning a street corner ran squarely into the arm of a policeman hastening to the scene Krutsner claims self defense Griffin spoke never after being shot

Montgomery Ala Fentes G. Griffin Seventh Cavalry United States Army Decatur Henry Krutsner Krutsner Krutaner Griffin

Fight over dog ends in black-on-black killing near Zebulon

In a dispute about a dog two miles from Zebulon on March 7, George Murphy killed Jack Davis by shooting him through the heart. Sheriff Harrison arrested Murphy two hours later. Both men are described as colored.

Zebulon George Murphy Jack Davis Harrison Murphy

Shriners to Hold Columbus Ceremony Next Tuesday

SHriners from throughout the state will gather in Columbus Ga next Tuesday for a ceremonial admission of about twenty five candidates including prominent local business and professional men. A special Savannah train will bring over fifty members and visitors from Macau Albany Americus and other Alabama cities. The program features an automobile ride informal entertainment at The Ranch a buffet luncheon at the Muscogee club a street parade two ceremonial sessions and a Racine hotel banquet with Hon Thomas J Chappell as toastmaster.

Clumbus Savannah Alee Temple Macau Albany Americus Alabama Edgar Chancellor Jock Grunby Jordan Muscogee Club Racine Hotel Thomas J. Chappell Ton

Douglas boasts splendid schools in Georgia

A Douglas Georgia report highlights the Georgia Normal College and Business Institute, moved here from Abbeville, sharing town public schooling. It notes 700 pupils, strong campus with three buildings, a seven hundred seat auditorium, and a commercial department with simulated banks and offices.

Douglas Marah Douglan Douglaa Georgia Normal College and Business Institute W. A. Little A A Kuhl Normal College and Business Institute Abbeville Georgia Normal College and Business Institute of Douuglas Little Kuwhi W. FP. Ward Coffee County W. C. Lankford Henry Whelchel W. GC. Bryan W. H. Terrell South Georgia Lewerth

Military backs A J Scott for reappointment as adjutant general

Adjutant General A J Scott who has led Georgia's national guard effectively for two years and previously as assistant adjutant general is strongly backed for reappointment by the state's military. He intends to apply for continued service in the office.

A. J. Scott National Guard of Georgia Scott

Governor-elect Joseph M Brown may reappoint General Scott

Governor-elect Joseph M Brown signals willingness to align with state militia wishes, while General Scott enjoys broad backing from military organizations in the state. Though no formal decision has been made on appointments, many expect Scott to be considered for reappointment based on capability and efficient service.

Joseph M. Brown Scott

Senator Bacon Won't Travel to Georgia this Week

John Corrigan reports Senator Bacon improved but staying in. The physician warns against exposure to cold before March 15. The senator plans to resume public appearances in a day or two.

John Corrigan Washington Bacan Georgia

Dairy imports to the south reveal profit from Georgia farms

W. I. Guessner of Valdosta cites U S agriculture and Georgia Experiment Station figures showing southern cities import vast amounts of creamery butter and other dairy products from the north. The piece argues Georgia’s climate and cheap feed can support profitable dairying with modest capital, outlining potential farm numbers and per-cow profits.

United States Agricultural Department Atlanta Augusta Savannah Valdosth Georgia North Southern Olies Cty Georgia Experiment Station Jersey Great Darry United States Department of Agriculture Guessner Valdosta

Used Shotgun to Get Even in Munson Ga

Smith Nelms a white man from East Macon fired a shotgun at Walter Priest after a reported yesterday dispute. Priest escaped unharmed when the gun struck his hat. Nelms was arrested by Patrol Officer Smallwood and placed in the police barracks.

Munson Smith Nelma East Macon Walter Priest Priest Nelms Smallwood

Taft Special Returns From Inauguration Trip

The Macon Taft special that carried a large Macon group to the inauguration last week arrived this morning with about sixty members returning home. Washington visitors had many pleasant experiences on the trips.

Macon Washington

Funeral for R. W. Croom in Macon at Davis Street home

Funeral services for the late R. W. Croom drew a large crowd at his Davis Street home in Macon Georgia. The Brotherhood of Railway Carmen, long affiliated with him, provided a substantial escort before the remains were laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery.

R. W. Croom Macan W Croom Jef Davis Brotherhood of Railway Carmen Croom Reet Evergreen Cemetery

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