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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1915

Page

4

Health of Women Ruin in Fields Report Hearings

Dallas Texas March 1 The effect on the health of white women on ten ant farms from ragging cotton sacks in the fields during cotton picking season was studied by Mrs Z Borden Harriman of the federal commission on industrial relations at a hearing on land tenure. Witnesses described health damage to mothers and babies and debated tenant farming conditions in north Texas.

Dallas Texas Z. Borden Harriman Federal Commission On Industrial Relations W. Thurman Sulphur Okla Southwest Oklahoma Thurman Old Indian Territory W.B. Yeary Farmersville Cottun Fie G Meitzen Hallettsville Metsen

Law hindering Jewish farmers ends growth on land funds

A speaker claims a law prevents Jewish farmers in the region from raising capital on their land for legitimate uses. He notes that large farms spanning a county will be discussed at tomorrow's closing session of the hearings.

Do You Stand Before God By Faith Or By Works

A preacher urges personal faith over ritualism, citing Romans 3 22 23 and 24 to claim no difference between Jew and Greek in salvation. He compares moral failure to a prodigal and leper, warns that thoughts and words leave a record, and urgesAccept Christ as a personal Savior, urging readers to trust in Jesus for forgiveness and transformation.

Jerusalem Urbiy Sing Christ Queen Victoria Connans Jesus Christ Carethy Cune Alps Jeans Christ

Submarine Attacks and Cotton Contract Notices

Washington reports that disputes over cotton delivery under the federal futures act won’t be decided by the internal revenue bureau but by courts or the parties. The secretary of agriculture may determine grade, quality, or length if challenged. Also, German submarines torpedoed British steamers Bluegucket and Hyndford off Beachy Head with casualties and damage. The Bluegucket carried wheat from Liverpool. Hyndford’s crew suffered a fatality. Mrs. Rosa Goldstein of Palestine Texas died Thursday.

Washington Internal Revenue Bureau Gates Treasury Department Bureau Secretary of Agriculture London Liverpool Beachy Head Einglish Hyndford Port Glasgow Company Glasgow Rosa Goldstein Palestine Texas Morris Goldstein G. Hallet Cardiff Washington Terme Sunderland

Horn Held Despite Act of War Plea in Explosives Case

Werner Horn, charged with illegal interstate transport of explosives in an attempt to wreck the Vanceville rail bridge, is ordered held for trial in Boston. A bel lagerent act of war defense was denied. Bail set at 10000, but bonds unlikely. Horn to Portland jail before removal. Defense argued lack of jurisdiction due to international aspects. prosecution urged federal handling.

Bangor Maine Werner Hor Vance Boston Charles H. Reid Horn Portland Morvil United States Wilson International

Doomed to Sail Sea Till He Proves Not Insane

Nathan Cohen, a ship-ridden immigrant repeatedly deported after sanity doubts, has found aid from the Immigrant Aid Society of America. They plan alienist tests and potential reentry if Cohen is deemed sane, with relatives promising oversight. He has cycled 83,740 miles on a single $45 ticket since May 1912 between New York and Rio.

New York Nathan Cohen United States Brazil Vasari Tebrew Rio Janeiro Rio Bras Commissioner of Immigration

Big Still Found On Chancellor Barrow Property

In Athens a large illicit distillery was uncovered on an Oglethorpe plantation owned by Chancellor Barrow of the university. Officers believe the still had been in operation for a year. The dugout site measured about 50 by 60 feet with an earth covered roof. Two patrols led to the discovery and the operators had removed the copper still. A substantial quantity of beer and whisky was seized.

Athens Oglethorpe Barrow Theiversity

Revolt of Dervishes Denied by Missionary

Des Moines Iowa March 19 No uprising among the Dervishes of Exyntian Sudan reported in Berlin dispatches yesterday had occurred by December 27 last, according to Rev. D S Oyler of Atlantic Iowa missionary of the United Presbyterian Church. He said reports of a British general Hawley killed near Fashoda on December 13 were untrue. Oyler, on leave, passed Washoda to Khartum stating the country was quiet. Sudan Times issues from Khartum provide no confirmation of uprisings or successes in Khartum and Nubia. Officials note baseless reports spread about the events and arrests of agitators in Egypt.

Des Moines Iowa Sudan Berlin Oyler Atlantic United Presbyterian Church Boleib Hill Fashoda Hawley Egypt Washoda Khartum New York Sudan Times Thiat City Nubia Hersin Pyramids E Sheth Sidi Grand Senagat Weyot Suleiman el Harun Tripoli Santispi

At Theaters Next Week Promises Strong Bill

The program features Joseph Jefferson in Poor Old Joe with a refined company and a strong rival act Charley Ahearnys Cyclats. Additional top acts and offerings round out a busy bill set to draw large crowds and boost the theater’s popularity this week.

Joseph Jefferson Acter Patrona of Charley Ahearny Tan

Jane Addams' Sister Dies in Girard Bank Leader Role

Maren Mun, sister of Miss Jane Addams and a notable American banker, died this afternoon in Girard Kansas. She served as president of the State Bank of Girard and as vice president of the Western Bankers' Association, highlighting her rare leadership position among women in finance.

CABO Maren Eee Rae Mun Girard Kan Jane Addams United States State Bank of Western Bankers’ Association

Mrs Angle Acquitted in Manslaughter Trial in Bridgeport

In Bridgeport Connecticut on March 14 Mrs Helen Angle was found not guilty of manslaughter in the death of Waldo Ballou at Stamford last June. The verdict brought cheers as she collapsed and was supported by her father. Crowds lined the streets awaiting her appearance after the courthouse announcement.

Bridgeport Conn Helen M. Angle Waldo R. Ballon Stamford Angle Waldo R. Ballou Ballou

Atlanta Reserve Bank weekly report summary March 19

The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta released its weekly statement of condition as of the close of business Friday March 19. The report lists resources including gold coin and certificates, silver certificates, and loans and discounts, with totals indicating overall assets and liabilities.

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Federal Reserve Albether Resources Federal Séservn

Spring suits aim for snappy fit and conservative style

The text promotes well groomed spring attire with a snappy fit and proper looseness inspired by war era designs. It highlights custom measured business suits at $35 and Haber dashery offering a selective line of dependable, economical wearables.

Two Greeks in Atlanta Face Separate Theft Case

Samuel Poutos and George Poulos, both Greek arrivals, shared a county. Poulos chased a thief who broke into his room, captured the suspect, and identified Samuel as the intruder after police pursuit. Samuel faced trial before Judge Ben Hill, with Poulos’s residence deemed insufficient to prove a break in.

Samuel Poutos George Poulos Greece America Atlanta Mother Poulos George Samuel Ameri Trinity Avenue Sasuel Pulsuw Poglos Priday Ben Hiii Lemuel Poulos

Annual Report for Atlanta Boy Scouts Read at Chamber Meeting

The local council of the Boy Scouts of Atlanta read its annual report at the semi annual chamber meeting. Bayne Gibson will submit the report to New York headquarters. The council lists 100 active scouts now and expects nearly 400 after unregistered scouts pass exams. Six merit badges were earned by local scouts in the first year.

Boy Scouts of Atanta New York Bayne Gibson Atlanta Preaert

Thetas Plan Tonight for Annual Gathering

The alumnus chancellor of the Phi Delta Theta will celebrate Fanders day with a banquet at the Ansley hotel this evening and will also begin arrangements for the fraternity’s annual convention in Atlanta next year. At the business session committees will be appointed to handle preliminary details and officers for the ensuing year will be elected.

Phi Delta Thetay Ansley Hotel Atlanta

Motorcycle collision near Auburn and Piedmont

Frida Officer B B Haslett responded to a near midnight call when a motorcycle clutched failed and collided with Teenben Arnold's auto at Auburn and Piedmont. Tas Jett suffered bad bruises but no serious injuries. No charge was filed against the chauffeur.

Frida B. B. Haslett Teenben Arnold Auburn and Piedmont Avenues Tas Jett

Paying the Pensions In Spalding County Georgia

Spalding county received pension money on March 19 totaling 12,690 dollars. J A Drewry, the ordinary, is paying it out to Confederate veterans and widows. A steady flow of people comes to the courthouse as the funds are distributed.

Griffin Spalding County Buay

Flames near destruction of Farmers Union plane in Georgia

A fire in nserald, Georgia on March 14 endangered a Farmers Union plane. Loss valued at 4006 with 2009 insurance. This marks a third fire in the past week, affecting holdings attributed to Jess value. Hawkes' PITS-U glass ad follows, promoting self-facing springs and comfort.

Fitzgerald Nserald Farmers Union

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