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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1915
Page
4
An old classified style promotion claims two tablespoons of a remedy will cleanse the blood within minutes. It asserts digestive juices cannot negate the medicine S. S. S. and describes immune cells devouring disease germs. The ad touts availability in drug stores and urges readers to write The Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta, Georgia.
Washington March 24 Clams aggregating 14 million dollars, many from damage in the south by federal troops during the Civil War, may be thrown out of court if the court of claims sustains a Justice Department interpretation of the omnibus claims bill. Assistant Attorney General Thompson has notified counsel and congressmen of the department’s position, likely to be argued soon. The department contends the new law bars claims arising from property damage or occupation by military forces and those now barred by federal law, nullifying a section guiding reports on statute of limitations. A decision will not affect claims already funded. field investigations are suspended pending ruling.
This notice promotes three grain Cudomen e Tablets as a remedy for overwork nervousness heart palpitations insomnia and fear. It claims the tonic has invigorating power and can be taken without a physician, suggesting readers visit a large drug store for immediate use with directions provided.
Forsyth patrons see a top vaudeville lineup with Jake Wells among attendees. The program features Edde Mack and Dot Williams, Charlie Ahearn acts, Madden and Fitzpatrick, Helen Baby, Joseph Jefferson, Kellar Mack and Weank Orth, and a novelty sketch The Wrong Hero. Also previews of Lady Luxury at the Atlanta with Betty Nansen and Fox Pictures The Celebrated Scandal.
Washington reports a partial reorganization of the investigation force for the 1915 income tax campaign. Secretary McAdoo and Commissioner Osborne will replace about twenty recently appointed special agents with trained accountants to handle corporate tax books. Officials say many early recruits lack qualification and resignations have begun.
Reports from Mississippi and Louisiana say lows of several days caused heavy losses to fruit and vegetables and extensive animal suffering. North sections near Jackson and Alexandria suffer thousands in losses as peach and plum crops are reported totally destroyed in Northwest Louisiana and heavily damaged in Mississippi. Vegetables in many areas are a total loss. Record temperatures dropped below freezing at multiple locations overnight.
Washington reports Nashville Tennessee was designated by the Federal Reserve Board as a reserve city for national banks. Criteria include a 50 000 population, national bank capital and surplus of 4 9 million and deposits of 10 million for future designation.
Washington March 22 The Frank case remained undecided as the US Supreme Court recessed until April 1 During the recess justices will prepare opinions on pending cases and a decision date in the Frank case hinges on the first reconvening day.
The Interstate Cotton Seed Crushers Association executive committee announces the annual convention to meet in Birmingham on May 17 and 19. The rules committee will meet in Birmingham on May 16 and 15.
London reports the prize court ordered $600000 paid on American flour and wheat shipments aboard the Norwegian steamer Alfred Nobel and the Swedish steamer PrimlandBjornsen. Detained ships include Wilhelmina and others loaded with Chicago packing house goods. Hearings delayed. March 29 tentative date lingers without certainty.
A Texan man, aged 87, recounts a 12 year eczema ordeal with ankles to knees oozing and scales. He reports rapid relief and cure after using Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap, praising the products and advertising free trial from Resinol Department 18 R in Baltimore.
Macon Ga March 22 Special The will of the late Mrs Mary Addie Hendricks wife of B L Hendricks city tax assessor was filed for probate and disposes of an estate valued close to 200000. The entire estate goes to her husband son and two grandsons in four equal shares with Joseph Guernsey Willbourne named guardian and executor. Prospective benefits include college funds for two grandsons and specified monthly sums for Charles Guersney and Hendricks. Personal property and insurance mostly to Hendricks with partial stock interests to two heirs. contest leads to $100 penalties. Washington WM Cane Macon Ga March 32 Special The Washington will case persists as a probate matter seeking to set aside Hugh Washington’s will of 200000 estate with large portions left to Missouri heirs.
A four family apartment house at 930 Walnut street in Macon burned to the ground today, causing several thousand dollars in losses. The fire started in the attic with high winds spreading flames. firefighters saved adjoining properties and some household goods were saved. Occupants included George Heckle deputy U S marshal A H Nipper J W Flint and George Porter. The incident is noted amid probate and charity contexts involving local organizations.
Lurid colors and strong contrast in a south window sparked remark from Bob about the noisy display. The brief observation notes how the vivid hues draw notice and contribute to the street scene today.
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