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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1915
Page
4
Close-out lots from New York house plus 4000 yards from our stock. 10000 yards of dependable wash goods labeled Trade-Grade. Fresh fabric, most staples, opening sale for spring. Main Floor Left.
Pekin dispatches report Japan has softened several stipulations in its 21 demanded treaty with China. Tokyo may modify clauses on Hanang, Tayeh, Ping-Siang mining rights and Japanese residents in Manchuria and Mongolia. China warns the demands infringe sovereignty amid rising tensions and possible use of force. Japan strengthens Manchuria garrisons as negotiations continue.
Reuters reports nine Germans who escaped from Tsing Tau travel nearly 1000 miles overland in a bid to blow up the Trans-Siberian Railway. Led by Captain Rabe von Pappenheim they fled Teing Tau with Chinese passports camels and explosives and are between Buchatu and Talistar in Manchuria pursued by Russian troops amid arms shipments along the line.
Regret over McManus death and 1000 pesos paid for funeral expenses. Reports from Mexico describe looting cases involving German British and French victims as Zapata Villa forces threaten northward lines. Storming of the national palace in Mexico City to free priests triggers riot with multiple injuries.
A list of obituaries and funeral notices from Decatur and surrounding areas reports Caroline Cummings die at 441 West Alabama Street, survived by a daughter and relatives in several states. Additional notices include Mrs. C. M. Field of Cartersville, J. F. Hood of Kennedy Street, G. N. Allgood of Isum Road, John DeKalb Everhart, Sallie A. Bomar of Lee Street, Fred B. Hightower of West Tenth Street, Wylie Langford of Riverview, and T. Q. Keeler of East Point, detailing survivors and funeral arrangements.
Dawson Georgia March 12 Special Perhana notes that potash is found in nearly every hedge row, with analysis showing over 46 pounds of potash in a tan of china berries. Heating methods produce potash, while boiling berries can also yield potash and phosphorus for soil. berries also contribute nitrogen and other nutrients for plants.
Columbus to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the last battle of the war between the states on April 16 1868 with a civil pageant and four days of events April 14 15 16 and 17. Homecoming plans and a pigeon show by the Dixie Pigeon association run April 12 to 17 in Columbus.
Cordele Ga March 13 Special Prospects rise for large scale tomato production to ship and supply. J Bland planted ten acres near the city and bought a steam pressure canning plant with 2006 cans daily capacity. He has contracts to buy all his crop and plans to price contracts for other county growers. Maturity expected late June to early July with profits from 500 to 1000 dollars per acre cited by local farmers.
Washington March 12 Qtoe H Tittman superintendent of the United States coast and geodetic survey since 1900 retired from office today after forty eight years of government service He will be succeeded by Dr E Lester Jones now deputy commissioner of fisheries.
London reports on March 12 that Bulgaria plans to transport heavy artillery to Jauthe near the Greek frontier, per a Satonike dispatch to The Daily Mel.
The fifteen member Committee for the Southern Supply and Machinery Dealers convention held an executive session Friday in the chamber of commerce. Arrangements for entertainment and business were made for a large gathering, with about 650 men expected to attend. Headquarters will be at the Piedmont Hotel.
Pricing fragment lists Cold Wave Red Ash at five dollars per unit and Jellico at four dollars seventy‑five cents, with Carroll and Hunter referenced as the presumably local dealers or sellers. This OCR fragment provides no full context or date.
London reports Britain expanded contraband, adding woolen yarns, tin, copper, iodine, paraffin wax, and cotton seed with oils and fats to the conditional list. U.S. officials question rationale as cotton seed becomes contraband amid trade disruptions and wartime food concerns.
In court this afternoon Thaw's fate rested on a jury verdict or possible disagreement. Attendants would rush Thaw to Matteawan if needed after a ruling. Attorneys planned a writ of habeas corpus awaiting the jurors return to keep Thaw within local court jurisdiction.
Dr Andrew F Sledd professor of New Testament Greek at Candler School of Theology Emory University will preach at the Methodist church in Col See Park on Sunday morning at 11 o'clock.
A damaged fragment notes a coupon worth sixty five cents redeemable with 350 in cash for a one dollar bottle. The text implies a promotional offer tied to a specific bottle and value, but full details and product name are missing.
Waycross Georgia March 12 Special eight Bacon county residents faced hearings before US Commissioner Herbert W Wilson on peonage charges linked to the elopement of Addie Lee Carter and Thomas P Hurst. Hurst’s father-in-law, W M Carter, posted 500 bond. warrants for others were dismissed. Hurst faces 500 bond for kidnapping.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta weekly report shows continued increase in business and easing money market. Loans and discounts rose about 300000 over the prior week. total resources and liabilities are listed with figures for gold certificates, reserves, and federal reserve notes reflecting a larger base.
Walter Boggs the deranged young man found at Terminal Station plaza with an umbrella was taken in charge by his brother George Boggs of Milwaukee. He had a Jacksonville ticket, could not explain himself for days, and was presented to Recorder George E Johnson who learned he belonged to a prominent Milwaukee family. He will depart today with his brother for Milwaukee.
Fragmentary excerpts describe a bustling fashion theme for 1915. Merchants anticipate a widespread display of styles and urge readers to consult the final page each morning for details. The tone hints at a community push to showcase men’s apparel trends for the year.
An advertising claim for Old Indian Liver and Kidney Tonic promotes its safety and efficacy, touting it as a spring tonic for all ages that replaces calomel, avoids sickness or nausea, and improves energy, complexion, and appetite. It offers a $100 reward for any negative reaction and lists multiple Atlanta drug stores and distributors for orders.
The friends of Laurence Everhart and family of Gainesville Ga Mrs GA Everhart and family Dr and Mrs CJ Powell and family invite attendance at the funeral of John Dekalb Everhart youngest son of Mr and Mrs Laurence Everhart from 6 Clairmont Avenue Decatur Ga Sunday afternoon March 14 1915 at 430 oclock. Interment will be in Decatur Cemetery.
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