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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1899

Page

6

Inauguration of Boys Department at YMCA

The Young Men's Christian Association plans a formal opening tomorrow at 3 20 pm for its new junior or boys department on the building's fourth floor. Prominent citizens will speak, with a full program of songs and addresses. A reading room and game room will serve junior members, and Sunday gospel meetings begin soon under Rev Marion Hull. The department, led by W W Willis, aims for strong growth, future camps, debates, and outdoor contests.

Young Men's Christian Association Ofcloe America W. W. Landrum Bolo—F. Verney Govenor Allen D. Cand Clark Howell F. H. Richardson W. B Brradley W. W. Wills G. W. Bull Luther Young Man'a Christian Association W. W. Willis Marion Hull

Reception to Rev Theron H Rice at Central Presbyterian Church

The Central Presbyterian Church hosts a reception tonight to greet Rev Theron H Rice arriving from Alexandria Virginia. The 8 pm event in the main auditorium features devotions led by Dr I Haines and music by Professor Maclean, with offerings aiding church mission work.

Central Presbyterian Church Theron H. Rice Rice Atlanta Alexandria Imesa I. Haines Decatur Agnes Scatt Inatluta Mr. Rice Professor Maclean Starra Rica

Seasons Not Changing Says Weather Expert

Alfred J. Henry argues in The Monthly Weather Review that winters in the southern United States do not show a lasting shift. Data from global stations indicate irregular warm and cold years with no persistent trend, while Florida’s freezes show cycles lasting four to seven years.

Alfred J. Henry Minthly Weather Review United States Gulf South Atlantic Florida South United Jackssonville Jacksonville

Wheeler's Cavalry Association to be Formed at Capitol

A meeting is called at the state capitol tomorrow at 8 o'clock to perfect the organization of a Wheeler's Cavalry Association. Survivors from Webeater's cavalry in Atlanta are invited to join. temporary officers have been named and the group seeks fellowship, not politics, with a nominal $1 membership and a badge for actual members only.

Wheelers Cavalry Association Capital Webeater Atlanta Wheeler Command Waeeier S Wheeler's Cavalry Association Olivers State Capitol Adjutant General's Office Ile Eutterings Ouf W.C. Dodson J. & Prather Whester

Salary reductions for Tennessee coal oil inspectors

Tennessee lawmakers passed a bill reducing coal oil inspector salaries from fixed high rates to graduated pay based on city population. Nashville and Memphis inspectors face about 12,000 yearly tops while Chattanooga Knoxville and others receive 900 to 700 plus partial earnings, with excess funds going to the state treasury. Committees also recommended appropriations for general, animal, epidemic funds, and prison related costs amid health board provisions.

Tennessee Nashville Tenn Memphia Senate Memphis Chattenooge Knoxville Jackson Clarksville State Board of Health

Appeal From Appraisers To Be Heard By Judge Candler

The case Atlanta Railway Company versus Atlanta Consolidated Street Railway Company has been appealed to the supreme court. Judge Candler will hear the appeal after a clerk’s filing yesterday, with no specifications. The Consolidated objects to about $3,000 awarded for track value and damages, plus $50 for attachments. The appeal likely delays further condemnation actions on Mitchell street tracks between Broad street and Madison avenue.

Atlanta Railway Company Atlanta Consolidated Street Railway Company Supreme Court Candler N Con Mitchell Street Broad Street Madison Avenue

Oodles of Fish Attract Attention on Broad Street

Pedestrians along Broad Street were surprised to see numerous barrels lining the sidewalk and street. Donchoo & Robinson at 2 South Broad Street displayed fresh and salt water fish including pompano, mackerel, shad, trout, and other species.

Broad Street Donchoo & Robinson Orien Donehoo & Raiiaon South

Philadelphians at Charlotte Quaker Ball Flayers

Philadelphia team travels to Charlotte to face the Quakers in a regional clash with high intensity. The matchup features strong offense and careful defense as both teams seek a league win and momentum heading into upcoming games.

Atlanta seeks mustering out troops this summer

Atlanta business leaders push to attract troops from Cuba and Porto Rico for mustering out or summer encampment. Telegrams to Secretary Alger from Mayor Woodward and others urge Atlanta as a healthy, open base. A league committee meeting outlines strategy to present Atlanta’s case to War Department and Adjutant General, aiming to secure at least a brigade.

United Slaces Porto Rico Cuba Atlanta Atlanta Business Men's League League Tost Woodward T. H. Martin H. H. Cabanisa Clark Howell C. A. Collier T. B. Neal Alger Washington, D. C Atlante Forte Rico United States Allanta Atlanta Journal H.W. Cabanlss R. A. Alger Troopa R.A. Alger Cubs Collier Business Men's League Russell A. Alger Joseph Jacobs R. I. Bullock J. R. Nutting E. C. Peters G. A. Collier J. G. Woodward P. H. Snook H. H. Cabantsa George Muse J. Frank Beck R. F. Maddox, Jr Jacobs South Strest Secretary of War Army McKinlay A. Collier Gratam Department of the Zuir Con

Atlanta War Dept committee to press claim for soldier mustering out

Chairman Jacobs appoints a committee led by T B Neal H H Cabnsuss Mayor J G Woodward and others to push Atlanta’s claim before the War Department. The group will report by Monday on financial benefits of mustering out a brigade locally, including two months’ pay for troops and officers, potentially over 150 000.

Alger Jacobs Atlanta War Department T. B. Neal H. H. Cabsnuss J. G. Woodward C. A. Coliery Joseph Thompson M. B. Arenold B.C. Peters J. F. Beck J. R. Nutting RD. Spalding EP. Black Woodward

Dw Petitions Filed Yeataday in Talestates Court

Petitions filed in the Talestates Court on Yeataday list the involved parties and motions. Officials reported unclear details due to damaged text but indicate formal filings proceeding this term.

Talestates Court

Autopsy Debate on Lewis Brain Sparks Execution Timing

Dr W P Mieslson's autopsy on Robert Lewis brain off Charles Haynes murder suggests brain disease and possible insanity at time of death. Indications of meningitis cited by supporters of clemency argued execution premature. Governor Candler had Dr James B Baird examine Lewis days before execution. Baird offered no comment. A prominent lawyer questioned the link between brain illness and sane acts, noting Lewis valued life and that mental decline could follow crime. Also includes local ads and Madrid decree note.

W. P. Mieslson Robert Lewis Charles Haynes Armenius Wright Lewis Nicolson Mwan James B. Baird Candler Baird Fleur

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M.C. A T. H. Rice Wpa Wheeler’s Cavalry Consolidated The Philadelphirs Charlotte Quaker Ball Hi É N.C Philadel Business League Horsford Sons of the Ayers Sarsaparilla Ayer Mise Jeter W. P. Nicolson FOOTE E. Alsbems Isaaca John M. Miller Madrid
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