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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1909

Page

10

Rail sched ules to print in Atlanta papers

Trains entering and leaving terminal and union depot will have schedules printed daily in morning and afternoon Atlanta papers. Georgia railroad commission notified. Southern, Central of Georgia, and Atlanta and West Point already under agreement. Other lines including Georgia, Atlantic Birmingham and Atlantic, Seaboard Air Line, Louisville and Nashville, and Nashville, Chattanooga and St Louis to be considered.

Atlanta Railroad Commission of Georgia Terminal Station Union Depot McLennon Centerdey C. A Wick | ‘Sham Atlanta and West Point Road C E Harman Rafl Road Commission of Georgia Travelers’ Protective Association Gnouer Southern Atlantshan Central of

Solicitor Howard Files Answer in DeKalb Case

Solicitor General William Sehley Howard of the DeKalb superior court filed full answers to the three defense rounds after a grand jury indicted L. B Norton on a false swearing charge tied to the June 1808 Lithonia precinct primary. Judge Rosa received the filing. Roan adjourned for abatement decision, with trial set for March 29 at an adjourned term.

William Sehley Howard DeKalb Superior Court Ter L. B Norton Falae Lithonia Rosa Howard George M. Napiter Jude Roan Therato Itan Roan

New and Improved Rail Service to West Florida Points

Railroad announces expanded service via Atlanta Chicago and Atlantic lines with daily departures from Atlanta at 5 45 p m reaching Thomasville Tallahassee Quincy Madison Live Oak and other Florida points. Pullman sleeper cars offered on some legs. For details call Main 11 223 or visit peachive two two three.

West Florida Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad Atlanta Thomasville Tallahassee Quincy Fos Madison Live Oak Peachive Main II

Reverend Bennett Accepts Call to Waycross Church

Rev Mr Bennett of Norman Park accepted the unanimous call to become pastor of the First Baptist Church of Waycross. This is the second call after founder Res W H Scruggs resignation. Bennett will not move his family to Waycross until September 1 due to Bloom duties in Norman Park.

Mr. Bennett Waycross A M Bennett Normen Park Fe.i Baptist Church Waycros Bennett Res W H Scruggs Norman Park

Collar Pins Described in Delightful Variety for Women

A store showcases a delightful assortment of collar pins for women including plain gold and enameled pieces. Available in sets of two or three, with carefully chased or carved designs at reasonable prices.

Candler Back From the West After City Tour

Aua G. Candler, president of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and several major Atlanta firms, returns to Atlanta after a month long tour from ocean to ocean. He praises Atlanta, notes autos shows in Kansas City, progress in New Orleans and San Antonio, admiration for Los Angeles and Denver, and comments on civic work and upcoming projects. He traveled with his son Willam for his health and appeared in good spirits at the Candler Building.

Aua G. Candler Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Central Banking Trust Company Coca-Cola Company Atlanta Ocean Kanges City Kansas City Ike Ours Kansas City Board of Trade Theutomobile Desiers Halle Los Angeles Kagens City Elvic New Orleame San Antoniio New Orleana Progressives Union Taft New Orleans San Antonio Avanti Denver Kanaan

Ships Reach Hong Kong Honekone

The third squadron of the American Pacific fleet arrived in Hong Kong today March 12. A program for the entertainment of the officers and men is being arranged.

Hong Kong Honekone Pacife

Cuthbert cyclone aid boosts Atlanta donation drive

Atlanta officials moved swiftly to aid Cuthbert after a cyclone left 286 buildings destroyed and about 900 people destitute. The general council approved a 9000 appropriation, with Governor Smith calling for private subscriptions of 5000 led by a 2100 gift from Adjutant General General Scott, who noted broad white support and reluctance for state aid.

General Council of Atlanta Cuthbert Smith Common Council Aftermanic Maddox General Council Georgia Amorous Roberts Culhibert A J. Scott National Guard of Georgia Capitol Lee Scott

Ozburn acquitted in DeKalb assault case

DeKalb superior court acquitted M C Oxburn a farmer of assault with intent to murder his wife Ellen Ozburn the prosecutrix. Witnesses questioned Mrs Ozburns credibility while Oxburn shown good character having been confined nine weeks for bond. Solicitor Howard led for the state with Clinton P Thompson and Alonzo Field for the defense.

DeKalb Superior Court M.C Oxburn Ellen Ozburn Oxburn Jal Ozburn

Ponce de Leon Avenue Dust Plan Moves to Paving

The city street committees revisited the Georgia Railway and Electric Company strip on Ponce de Leon avenue. Citizens seek dust relief and improved street crossings while preserving the company's rights. a resolution allows paving between tracks without loss of vested rights, with oiling planned before summer dust arises.

General’ Council Georgia Railway and Electric Company Lang Ponce da Leon Avenue Citaena Ponce de Eon Avenue Preston 3. Arkwright Street Car Company Arkwright

Wife and preacher tied to alleged poison plot in divorce suit

James J. Lockhart filed for total divorce claiming extreme cruelty and a conspiracy with his wife Mrs Miranda P Lockhart and Rev Charles H Wolfram to poison him and seize his property. Mrs Lockhart and Wolfram were jailed on $1000 bonds, later released. bigamy charge bound over.

Miranda P. Lockhart Charles. H Wolfram James J. Lockhart Thomas le Blah Superor Totel Marietta Street Lockhart Recorder Charles H. Wolfram

Napoleon Given Palm In Schoolboys Debate

The Belact School for Boys on West Peach Tree held a Friday morning debate on the prompt Resolved That Les Was & Great er General Than Napoleon. Eugene Black and Henry Gray led the affirmative. Robert Madfox John McCrae and Wilmer Moore comprised the negative. Judge Nasty Broyles presided. timekeeper William Grant allotted six minutes per speaker. The negative won, though the affirmative praised Lee’s character. Distinguished guests enjoyed the program and the closing arithmetic grammar and French reading.

McKeon Belact School For West Peachtree Les Napoleon Eugene Black Henry Gray Howell Jackson Robert Madfox John McCrae Wilmer Moore William Grant Judge Nasty Broyles Lae

Will ordain officers at the First Christian church

At the First Christian church Sunday morning a number of new deacons and elders will be ordained in an impressive ceremony led by Rev. HK Pendleton assisted by Rev. A E Seddon and John Cooper er. V E A Seddon will charge the church membership on duties of the officers. Ordination lists include Harry A Jones S A Clark George A Guyton WF Mathews J W Bell L B Rogers T M Summers Francis L Lyles J L Patrick Benton George RA Burnett Homer Hall. A reception for the new officers and their wives will be held Friday night March 19 in the church parlors, with all members friends and the public invited.

Chistian HK. Pendleton A. E. Seddon John Cooper Perdiston V. E. A. Seddon V. LeCraw F. Robison Harry A. Jones Clark George A. Guyton WF. Mathews J. W. Bell L BH. Rogers T. M. Summers Francis L Lyles J. L. Patrick Benton George RA. Burnett Homer Hall

National Fasclary Company to Run Taxicabs in Atlanta

Afeather taxicab firm seeks a twenty year charter in Atlanta led by B L Hopking and J H Johnson with attorney Shepard Bryan. Capital stock to start at 18600 and may rise to 260000. Office to be in Atlanta with branches elsewhere. The plan covers buying selling owning and operating vehicles including taxicabs and a parcel delivery and messenger service by bicycle motorcycle or other machines.

Afeather Atlanta Thia Superior Court B. L. Hopking J. H. Johnson Shepard Bryan National Fasclcary Company Flopkins Southern Atlantic Henning Company Atlant

Oldest Fitzgerald building gutted by fire with losses

Fire destroyed Fitzgerald's oldest two story structure on March 1, leaving $42,000 in losses and no insurance. The former dance hall and amusement site had become a dwelling. RC Reynolds and three family members barely escaped while sleeping downstairs.

FitzWermu Waa RC Reynolds

Through Deep Water He Pilot ed Train

Special section foreman Grant of the Southern Railway near Columbus, Ga, faced a perilous passage, piloting a passenger train from Atlanta to Columbus through a flood swollen pass. He walked ahead to inspect the track as rails submerged under two feet of water, narrowly escaping being swept away by the swift current at several creek crossings.

Columbus Grant Southern Railway Shitch Oak Mountain Atlanta

Rumored Cleveland Bishop Candidate Named Farrelly

In Rome on March 12 the consistorial congregation under Cardinal de Sal reportedly discussed appointing John Farrelly, then spiritual director of the American college, to be bishop of Cleveland Ohio. Verification of the rumor was not possible.

John Farrelly Rome Consistorial Cardinal de Sal Cleveland Ohio American College anGre

Rain expected across southwest Texas and central valley

Today forecast shows continuation of threatening weather with rain sweeping the central valley and southern states. Forecasters cite an indecisive barometric low mood over southwest Texas as the cause, with latest reports outlining persistent rain yesterday across the region.

Texas

Weather and floods dominate regional notes and oddball kite tale

A 24 hour weather report details heavy rain in Atlanta, a cold high pressure front from Virginia to the lakes, and data from Wyoming showing a 14 degree below zero low. The Chattooshee river rises with flood warnings issued downstream toward West Point as Atlantic conditions persist. An unrelated anecdote has a man attempting to fly a kite during March winds, joking with a friend about cyclones and promising future experiments.

Montgomery Howe Meridian Birmigeham Tennessee Mississippi Virginia Lakes Lander Wyoming Atlanta Chattahoochee Weat Point Adid Gopher von Herrmann Kite

Mrs Henry McDonald Dies After Illness

Mrs Henry McDonald widow of the late Second Baptist minister dies after a week long illness from pneumonia. Born March 6, 1840 she was the eldest daughter of Hon Aaron Harding. She leaves three daughters, a son in Mexico City, two brothers and a granddaughter. Funeral at 3 p m today at 208 Forrest avenue then burial in Georgetown Kentucky.

Henry McDonald Second Baptist Church Mra McDonald Aaron Harding Kentucky Congress McDonald Pas Jack Robert Harding Tanville Ky Aaron McDonald Mexico City M M Welch Forrest Avenue Georgetown Burlel

Gov Elect to Visit Waycross in Late March

Governor elect Joseph Mourgwo plans a second trip to Waycross Wayport Georgia in late March The visit follows a first appearance that drew muted reactions as Bir Brown leads the local campaign after Wingems Navy or governor in June The city shows limited enthusiasm for the forthcoming visit

Waycross Wayport Maren Joseph Mourgwo Wis Waycrone Bir Brown Wingems Nauor Wawin

Funeral of Ab Pound Set for Tomorrow

The death of Colonel Abel Fieming Pound at his home on 2 Crew Street occurred yesterday morning after a long illness. A widely known figure with strong family ties, Pound retired from fruit and produce work six months ago and had been bedridden since December. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 3 pm at the family residence conducted by Dr. J. W. Roberts and Dr. A. T. Spalding. interment will follow at Oakland cemetery with brothers T Pound of Birmingham and Lon Pound of Columbus leading the city West.

Abel Fieming Pound Crew Street Colonel Pound Broad Street Mfe Fred E Winburn George R. Emundson Grace Pound Aona Theodora Pound Linton Pound Winburn Amundeon Pound J. W. Roberts Methodist Church A. T. Spalding Second Baptist Church Oakland Cemetery T. Pound Birmingham Lon Pound Columbus

Grading of Streets Hearing Postponed by Council

A crowd of property owners appeared before the Street committee seeking action to change grades on Luckie Street between Forsyth and Spring and on nearby cross streets. No cost estimate was provided, so the committee postponed action. They will reconvene with county officials to determine convict labor share. Perry notes special report on Perry Rifles annual inspection set for March 24 led by Maj. F. L. Palmer. Des Moines reports heavy Iowa snow with twelve hours of continuous snowfall and record levels, minimal movement disruption citywide.

Noma Luckie Streat Forsyth Spring Board of County Commissioners Iowa Des Moines

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