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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1905
Page
7
A faded advertisement urges readers to try Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a kidney liver and bladder remedy. It cites widespread kidney issues and claims quick relief and health benefits, offering samples and a book by mail from Binghamton New York with endorsements and testimonials.
The article analyzes moves toward a Far East alliance to define future roles for Russia, France, and Japan. It notes Russia’s strategic corner, hints at a coronation of a constituent assembly, and reports rising peace sentiment in diplomatic circles, with Berlin and St Petersburg weighing direct negotiations with Japan and possible German mediation. It cites Russian, British, and German outlets on prospects for settlement and terms.
A special meeting at Tifton Baptist Church on March 13 debated establishing a state reformatory for revenue criminals. Rev Henry Milter presided, Rev Crawford Jackson spoke on aims, and petitions to the Legislature for a reformatory for 19 criminals were unanimously endorsed. Jason Scarborough named secretary. EL Vekers chaired the petitions committee. Rev Jackson will tour Irwinville, Ashburn, Thomasville, and Bainbridge this week to promote the movement.
Officers Hamilton and Hol arrested a man last Thursday night with a lap robe believed stolen. The suspect is held at the police barracks awaiting an owner. Lyman Britt, night clerk at the Piedmont, was called home to Fitzgerald by a telegram announcing his mother's critical illness. He attended the funeral and reached Atlanta Sunday evening. The Georgia Eclectic Medical Association committee reports plans for a larger-than-ever attendance at next month’s delegates’ convention. A party of six Norwegians traveling by train to a Thomasville area plantation will test Georgia truck farming. William T Dreger of Atlanta filed for bankruptcy, listing assets around 2.3 million. Thomas Fahlman, near Marietta Street, was injured when tossed from a horse on Hemphill Avenue. leg broken and back injured. William Maxwell Well, formerly with the Markham, Piedmont, and Majestic, leaves the trade to pursue farming, seeds, and a nursery project in south Georgia. Secretary of State Phil Cook approved an amendment increasing the Bank of Cartersville's capital stock from 25 000 to 60 000.
Multiple brief notices report sudden deaths and obituaries. Mrs Law rence widow of ex Senator Lawrence dies aboard a train. George Cochran assistant to the president of a railroad company dies after an appendix operation. Charles H. Dunwoodle former Commercial Exchange president dies on a train. Captain A Irwin Confederate veteran dies near Charlotte. Thomas Boles Arkansas congressman dies at home. Judge John Mattox Summerville longtime local official dies. Mrs Watson dies aged 75 in Banks County while supervising a meal.
March 12 late night call for a caucus of Democratic legislators to meet at 2:30 PM tomorrow to choose a U.S. Senate candidate to fill the late William B. Bate. Governor James B. Frazier supporters push to secure the caucus while Bentor McMillan and Robert L. Taylor join the race. petitions circulate in counties opposing Frazier entering the contest.
In America, Georgia, Marek 43 suffered severe arm bites when two dogs owned by him fought. Cliff C Clay, a planter, rushed to Atlanta for treatment after the attack. An old woman who aided was also bitten. The dogs were not believed mad and no serious outcomes are expected.
A political reshuffle in Laurens sees A R Arnan resign from the board of commissioners to run in Dublin's spring mayoral primary. AR Orr is appointed to fill the seat, with Orr’s mayoral term not expiring. The move comes as Orr faces a challenge from lawyers T Sanders and J M Gutter, both prominent Dublin merchants.
Friends of Captain L Johnson in south Georgia will urge his appointment to the state railroad commissioners board when a vacancy occurs. Johnson is described as an experienced old railroad man with extensive knowledge of the field and service in Waycross and surrounding areas.
Ge ge Santiago Vianez a young Porto Rican student is dead in a Spanish boarding house from ptomaine poisoning. The man fell ill after eating raw oysters they were served freely.
An ad hawks a nerve based kidney remedy claiming to treat the root inside nerves rather than the kidneys. It offers a free dollar bottle and a swath of complimentary books on dyspepsia, heart, kidneys, and rheumatism, urging readers to request a free order form.
An old advertorial touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a constitutional remedy for catarrh and related ailments. It claims to strengthen the whole system and cures for nose throat stomach bowels and more, urging readers to request testimonials.
Griffin Ga March 13 Special Mc Kenzie and Sone of Augusta hold the contract to lay Griffin sewers and employed Italian laborers from New York. After a promising start a strike by the Italians caused a mass departure. Contractors say the foreigners did little work and spent little money, contrasting with the active negro laborers.
Mrs William Lycett died February 22 1965 remembered as a gentle cheerful wife mother and homemaker who balanced business with family for twenty five years. Her home was filled with needlework and hospitality for eighteen thousand women she mentored and entertained. Her kindness and charity extended to orphans and friends as letters of sympathy and flowers honored her memory.
In Cleveland on March 18 the United States district attorney reported reception of many telegrams praising the Chadwick conviction. A telegram from Andrew Carnegie called the victory his own. A new trial will be sought on grounds including erroneous testimony and judge's charge. Mrs Chadwick rests and prepares to reclaim personal effects at home. Earthquakes in Michigan Menominee report strong shocks and rumbling.
President Roosevelt addresses the National Congress of Mothers at Metropolitan Church. He argues the state rests on healthy home life, urging women to be good wives and mothers, bearing and raising healthy children, and condemning selfish neglect of family duties as ruinous to the nation. He highlights sacrifice, work, and moral responsibility in motherhood.
A lengthy critique contrasts liberal attitudes toward divorce with calls for traditional family ideals. It argues that limiting family size harms national progress and endorses work and sacrifice as foundations of happiness, urging women to find purpose in domestic and national service. The piece also notes theater logistics and a presidential invitation to North Carolina teachers.
A 50 cent home remedy claims to cure piles without surgery. The ad touts a free trial package by mail from Pyjama Drug Co, promising instant relief and a full sized box for 60 cents at druggists, urging readers to avoid doctors and use a private home treatment. It targets readers seeking a quick, painless solution and emphasizes secrecy and convenience.
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