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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1912
Page
2
A special committee of over sixty men will meet at 2 o'clock to discuss plans for distributing the rest of the preferred stock. The committee and supporters aim to have the full amount subscribed quickly, believing completion within a week is possible as preliminary building plans are set to appear once remodeling begins.
A distressed plea describes constant fatigue and loss of energy with stomach upset. It promotes Tona Vita as a new tonic said to restore health and happiness, claims European use and rapid success, and notes Jacobs' Pharmacy as Atlanta's agency for Tona Vita and Lee's Rhubarb Laxative as a recommended remedy.
The chamber of commerce outlines a building plan with ground floor stores and a 500 seat second floor assembly room. The basement will host gym and pool for members while a cafe operates for business men. Nearly 75 leaders pledged stock, totaling about $27,800 toward a $30,000 goal.
General West of Georgia, famed Confederate veteran, is named as the state's official representative for Gettysburg sem i centennial events. He fought at Perryville and Bakers Creek, served in multiple Georgia and national commemorations, and held senior positions in United Confederate Veterans. Pennsylvania funds Gettysburg observance. all states appoint commissioners. a peace memorial corner stone will be laid.
The Atlanta area welcomes spring as warmer days break through deep winter cold. Poet Robert Braselton proclaims the season’s return with vivid scenes of hedges in bloom and birdsong, while forecasts promise continued warmth, easing weeks of frosty weather and heavy rains marked by a notably harsh season.
Seven Pine Mountain Granite Company workers from Lithonia faced indictment for holding up five strikebreakers during a summer strike. Braswell and Nash, charged as leaders, were tried while five others were freed. a Decatur jury remained deliberating past midnight. Witnesses testified Braswell and Nash led the mob, threatening the strikers and their homes, with guns and heavy sticks involved.
An ad notes look-alike double vision glasses worn by middle aged wearers resemble single vision glasses used by youths when fitted with Kryptors. John L Moore & Sons operates at 42 North Broad Street.
F E Shofner was found guilty in federal court in Houston on ten counts of mail fraud. Witnesses from Ohio Florida Georgia Tennessee and Texas testified as to a scheme to defraud through an employment bureau promising jobs and failing to fulfill contracts. Maximum penalty sought is 10000 fine and 60 years in prison but sentence was deferred.
Americus Georgia March 14 Special. The visit of Seaboard Air Line high officials led by General Manager Hix and General Superintendent Shea to the Americus shops suggests plans for extensive improvements. The shop employs about 300 workers and would gain from added equipment and enhancements as the company weighs expansion.
Calhoun Georgia March 14 Special. Sick in body and mind the 78 year old Andrew King lies on a cot in the Gordon county jail cell after a recent sentence to the chain gang for murder of his son in law. He calls the punishment unjust claiming self defense. His wife sits outside the bars offering comfort. King a Confederate veteran wore a cross of honor and is described as tall and well built with blue eyes and heavy eyebrows. It is believed he will be sent to the state farm due to his age and feebleness.
Joseph L. Carter aged 36, last survivor of the Petersburg volunteers who marched to Mexico in 1846, died in Petersburg today. A Confederate veteran, he served with Pegram's battery which was blown up at the Crater battle near Petersburg in 1864.
Carroll Shilling’s contract with Charles Kohler was renewed after a brief termination. He will ride in France for Kohler’s stable, which left last Sunday. Kohler, who had dismissed him, arranged for August Belmont to share Shilling’s services to secure ongoing work for the jockey.
Your druggist will refund money if Paro Ointment fails to cure any case of itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days. The ad promises a full refund if the treatment does not relieve symptoms within the stated period.
Allen Willey recalls Baltimore's honorable history through statues in the new court house and war memorials along Mount Royal. The piece extols Baltimore's refined people, home life, and climate. Boland Park is highlighted as a grand suburban showplace with landscapes and flowers.
Memphis buys catcher Tonneman from the New York Americans for 1500 dollars. Manager Bernhar and Wolverton completed the deal over the telephone. Tonneman previously played for Nashville and Jersey City last season.
Suprem e Court of Georgia docket from Norton v State through Murray v McGuire lists affirmed or reversed judgments. Judges J B Park Frank Park Pendleton Thomas and other officials, with attorneys for plaintiffs in error and respondents.
The Fat from The Flower Vegetarians claim no animal fat is necessary, noting lard from hog fat can be unhealthy. They praise Cottolene, a vegetable shortening from cottonseed, as easily digestible, comparable to butter, and affordable, offering greater economy than lard.
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