Taximeter Rates For Atlanta Cabs Include Distances And Waiting Time
Public notice explains taximeter charges for taxicabs in Atlanta with fare rules. It details base fare per half mile, increments, waiting charges, surcharges for distant pickups, and the requirement to pay the meter amount with receipt in case of dispute. It notes two extra charges and conditions for calls within a 1.5 mile circle, plus procedures for reporting incorrect charges. Telephones: Main 990 Atlanta 220.
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Atlanta
Fire destroys Cleveland building in Spartanburg
Five firemen and one Wofford College student were injured as flames gutted the Cleveland building at East Main and Church streets. Property valued at 66 000 was destroyed, with stocks insured at about half value. The blaze, fought off by a fire wall and rain, left J. B. and J. F. Cleveland, Harry Price Clothing Co, and R. L. Bowden as main losers. Carolus Mosely of Laurens, a Wofford student, was the most seriously injured.
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Spartanburg
Wofford College
Walla
Cleveland
East Main
Church Streets
Bank of Spartanburg
J. B
J. F. Cleveland
Harry Price Clothing Company
R. L. Bowden
Carolus Mosely
Laurens
Wofford
The Electrical Bungalow Near Sacramento Farm
Mr Killa Franklin’s farm near the hamlet of Cax east of Sacramento hosts a small hydro powered home system. A six inch pipe feeds a 240 horsepower generator driving fifty lamps in residence and outbuildings, with water supplied by a 6000 gallon reservoir and a 28o feet piping run. The setup powers appliances, heating, cooking, laundry, and farm labor quarters, providing notable comfort and efficiency with minimal attention and yielding an annual value well above seven hundred dollars in energy terms.
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Framento
Cal
Cax
Killa Franklin
Bear River
General Electric
Mr. Franklin
Ony Simpet
Mispronounced Name in Roosevelt History
Boston Transcript notes Roosevelt's name long mispronounced by many. It cites early days when speakers said it as rage and points out the correct vowel sound in the name. The piece humorously contrasts regional variations in pronunciation and references a quip about dawn and morning after.
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Boston Transcript
Roosevelt
Property Transfers Expand Across City Lots and Deeds
A lengthy list details property transfers including Oak Street lots for 900 dollars and 1 300 dollars, Linden Street parcels for 2 450 and 4 0 0 dollars, Greenwood Avenue deeds around 1 600 dollars, and Lake Avenue transactions totaling up to 9 000. Numerous warranty deeds and quit claim deeds accompany mortgage and loan instruments, with multiple parties such as Mrs. Alice Howell, James Luther Campbell, Bessie Rowland Speir, Marcellus M Anderson, and College Park Land Company named across various streets including North Boulevard Lovejoy Jefferson Martin and Acrowood.
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Poote
Alice Howell
Oak Street
Allce Howell
Mortage-Band Company
Mra
M Coleman
Sire
Mein
Coleman
Linden Eueet
Warrenty
Thomen
J. M. Coleman
Linden Street
James Luther Campbell
Fr. W. Speir
Greenwood Avenue
Ture Dmrx
Bessie Rowland Speir
Marcellus M Anderson
Newton R. Heard
Mary
W. N. Smith
William E. Alexander
Acrowood
A. P. Herrington
Annie
Crawford
Pennie Sadie Crawford
Ead Fitchugh Knox
Mery McCulloch Rowland
Lake Avenue
Mary McCulloch Rowland
Morris Hirsch
Thomas ¥. Landen
J T Medlin
Lovejoy
McAlien
Marah
Pink H. Cherry
E. W. Marsh
B. H. Townsley
L. G. Whitey
Brown ‘Street
Withers
Elizabeth Wy
Oakland Avenue
Maggie Wimbinn
Morence
Jefferson Street
Mile Mathewe
Church of God
H. Winer
L. B. Litlenthal
Martin
Waverly Way
Joss
Jorns
College Park" Land " Company
Willis Whipple
Blalock Street
College Park Land Company
Willis Whip
Myrtle Atrest
Willa Whip- Bie
Brownler Avenue
The Science of Hiuminating Large Buildings
A historical piece explains the art and science of illuminating large buildings. It discusses indirect versus direct lighting, the need for eye comfort, color choices, and energy efficiency. It notes the role of illumination engineers, the influence of electric lighting firms, and guidelines for daylight and artificial lighting planning.
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Menocls
Sherebes
Aireaoba
General Electric Company
Lear
Trade of Week Be What Commercial Agencies Say About Business
New York March 12 trade and industrial developments show a firmer tone in many lines with spring demand rising for jobbers and retailers. Weather improves and grain shipments at high prices aid activity. however buying remains cautious with limited retail expansion. Building slows from earlier forecasts and overall failures rise in the week. Dun and Co notes improved western conditions but continued quietness in general trade.
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New York
Bradetrests
Morrow
United States
Canada
Dun & Co
R. G. Dun & Co
West
Evers
Indy
Thia
Volaine
Menana
Spone
Review of Cotton and Other Markets
New York March 2 reports a mixed week in cotton and sugar markets. Sluggish trade and tariff fears weigh on prices, while rains in Texas and boll weevil concerns dampen optimism. Spot activity remains firm in New York and the South, with exports liberal and a hopeful outlook for consumption. Sugar firm in Europe and refined prices rise, while country grocers hedge against contract withdrawals. Rice shows speculative Honduras purchases for southern accounts, with limited supply and prices unsettled.
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New York
Texas
South
Mississippi
Lancashire
Chicago
Nome
AL Thoem
York
Liverpool
Europe
London
Funeral Notice for Mrs. Humphrey P. Foster in Marietta
Relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Humphrey P Foster and others invite to the funeral at 2 30 p m from the chapel of H M Patterson Son on Saturday March 13 1909 Pallbearers meet at 2 15 p m at the chapel including Mr R Bailey Mr A P B Stewart Mr Fred Stewart Mr Dan Perxeeron Mr A F Liebman and Mr J M Coker.
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Barclay & Brandon's
J. T. Pendleton
A. D. Adair
E L. Connally
Rernee Walker Danson
F. J. Paton
Elijah A. Brown
W. H Brittain
Georgetown
Humphrey P. Foster
C. M. Peek
Frank Lewis
Sue Peek
James Clay
Marietta
H. M Patterson & Son
D. W. Winburn
Charles Newman
A. C. Briscoe, Jr
J. W. Phillips
H. J. Bruce
John J. Payne
George 8. Ruseey
Market updates show import shifts and price changes in meat and produce
Local distributors enter the market absorbing Honduras and Japan offerings as demand shifts. Prices firm and premiums vary with mills lifting 1-4 cents in some cases while stocks ease and attract attention to Japanese goods. Mining stocks and fruit prices are listed with numerous regional figures and corrections through Morris & Co.
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New Orleans
Honduras
All Day Electric Service for Small Towns Emerges
The article traces the shift from only night lighting to widespread daytime electricity use in shops offices and homes. It notes power plants now run day and night and electricity power drives mills lathes and household tools. It cites historical shares of energy use and forecasts electric cooking heating and kitchens becoming common in homes.
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Xhopa
Billa
Acclompa
Stresta
Sint
Der
Aebt
Act
Bam Power
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