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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1902

Page

7

Walthour Claims Dominant Victory at Coliseum Race

In wet crowds on Good Friday at the Coliseum, Bobbie Walthour dominated the mile sprint and long race events. Willie Fenn won the mile heat final, with Pinkie Hunter placing second in the heat. Ruiz suffered a first heat setback from a punctured tire. Walthour led early and never relinquished, finishing with a strong overall time and winning by several laps despite a tire explosion for rival Ruetz.

Bobbie Walthour Coliseum Walthour Ruiz Walfthour Wratz Mae Elderit Willie Fenn Pinkie Hunter Galvin Lawson Bennett Prince Rutz Buiz Cadeell

Officers Elected at Lion Commandery Knights Templar Meeting

Goner do Lion commandery Knights Templar held its annual meeting last night with reports from standing committees and discussion of finances. Eminent Commander Sir A P Tripod t praised templarism progress. Officers elected include A Van Dyke eminent commander D W Irby generalissime and W L Champion captain general plus eight others. Dr L P Stephens grand warder installed the newly elected officers.

Sammel Hope T. J. Day A. C. Hooks J. R.roberts W O. Stamps A. L. Holbtook

Atlanta Commandery Elects Officers in Mason Temple Meeting

Atlanta Commandery No. conducted its annual officer election last night at the Masonic temple at Mitchell and Forsyth. Eminent Commander William M Slatten and a full slate including Generalissmo John D Simmons, Captain General George S Barker, and other officers were chosen amid a large turnout.

Atlanta Commandery No Masonic Temple Mitchell and Forsyth Streets United States Wiliam M. Slatten John D. Simmons George S Barker Joseph C. Greenfield Paul M. Hubbard Harry Anderson Masonic Board of Relief Matt B. Torbet John R. Dickey T. J. T Wright I. S. Mitchell

Aycock Heads to Charleston Exposition Headquarters

Governor Aycock selects the Argyle hotel in Charleston as his base for the exposition travel. He travels with staff and state officers, escorted by a twelve company infantry regiment of 658, a light artillery battery of 70, and five naval divisions totaling 17a strong.

North Carolina Raleigh N. C Aycock Argyle Hotel Charleston

Elastic Man Plans Rubber Officer For City Kicks

Public Works Commissioner Henry L. Collier envisions a rubber man to handle civic complaints and kicks. He jokes about an automatic kicking device to register grievances, hoping to ease city hall strain and unify Atlanta’s officials.

Henry L. Collier Public Works Collier Tan Atlanta

Georgia to Play Hobart In Intercollegiate Tilt

Athens March 28 Special The University of Georgia baseball team meets Hobart College of Geneva N Y in tomorrow’s intercollegiate game Captain Marvin Dickinson the catcher and leader may withdraw due to his father’s illness Colie will catch in his stead but is weakened The lineup likely includes Cole catcher Anderson pitcher Beav er first base McWhorter second Calhoun third Walkers short Metalla left Jaques center and Cooper right fied Cornell scheduled Tuesday

Athens University of Georgia Hobart College Geneva N. Y Georgia Marvin Dickinson Dickingon Colle Hobart Cole Anderson Jatcher Beaver McWhorter Calhoun Walkers Metalla Fiel Jaques Cooper Cornell

Racing at Benning sees favorites win five races in steady rain

At Benning on March 28 the rain reduced the crowd but not the betting, with favorites Elizabeth Moan Blue Delft Justice Charley Moore and All Saints triumphing across six races. Jockey Burns rode three winners as entries list a full card including six races with purse totals from 200 to 400 dollars and odds from 6 to 5 up to 11 to 2.

Washington Benning Elizabeth Moan Blue Delft Justice Charley Moore All Saints Burns Booker Evan Cormorant Odom Gwynn Wonderly Mida Blake Mexicanna Barry Eve Red Damsel Princesa Otillie High Carnival Henderson Burne Caithness Shea Lac Rice R&ch al Saints Lou Rey Odem Farrel Hampshire Princess Ouilile King Barleycorn Man of War Ratyah Attack First Chord Toscan Prince Hoather Morea Charlotte Newman Hardie Chevalier Prince ]Plausibte Farrell Hon Scotch Tamarin Mango Gold Fox King Barlevcorn Rough Rider Wacer Thermos Plaza the Stogue Iol Dr Korher Grey Morn Beerar Lady Gockel Hluminate Playlike Asteria Himself Orantas Low Rev LFS Woodirice Ohnet Lamp O'Les Batyah Philma Paxton Oakland Irate Rah Palmer the Gaffir Phil Archibald Ned Dennis Meadow Lark Nilgar Free Lance Seco Levant Lizzie Rice Alison Lve Aen High Chancellor Silva Talbot Dawson Innocencia Fl Pilar Novia St Rica Prince Morengo Porus Lime Lieht School For Scandal Mila Water Homestead Moabina John Pells Milas Glendenning Princess Titania Standash Intrepido Hilee_ The Pride Ellis Glenn Frank Bel Dwight Way Pirate Maid Lesal Maxim Nassalo Prestane Lento Tlowaho

Arrival of Work Players for Atlanta Hobart Game

Five Atlanta baseball players Busch Winters Frank Leighton and Leidy reached the city and were assigned to homes. Rain and cloud cover kept them from park practice. A brief Peachtree street jog occurred. Next action finds Atlanta facing Hobart with limited outdoor work before Monday.

Techs Atlanta Peachtree Street Busch Winters Frank Leighton Leidy Atlantas Hobart Hobarts

Narrow finish at Clinton Park as Lady Curzon prevails

At Clinton Park Little Rock on March 2 heavy track due to morning rain. Jockey Lyne rode two winners as Lady Curzon nosed out Cogswell for the closest finish of the meeting while Pillardist Bran Lad and Censor also won their races among six events.

Little Rock Ark Clinton Park Lyne Lady Curzon Cogswell Pillardist Helgerson Ermack Coburn Avon Smith Salinda Bell Sehwailbe Singleton Harry Wilson J. Woods Trio Censor {Lyne Ida Penzance Helgerton Prue Wood Lindsey Mil Algie M B. G. Fox Otis Pay the Fiddler Gormley Lizzie A Mildred Tempse Joe Birdie Stone Frank Pearce la Spa George H Ketcham George B Fox David Sir Gallan Jid Boundlee Lady Gallantry Flora Duke Dashaway Bird Slayer Mancor the Advocate Fancy Model Ragnarok I Orla Maxille Lady Alberta Carl Katler Huntreces Hainault Father Wenther Little Jack Horner Stringtown Curd Gillock TW. B. Gates Choice Nearest Plead Edgardo Nora D Leone The Bronze Demon Sir Kingston Orleans Fred Hesslg Chickadee Algler Censor Frank Jones Florrie Hutch Miller Missle Henry of Franstamar Tea Gown Sandy John G. Ford

RU-TER BA Prevents Appendicitis Remedy

An advertisement states RU-TER BA is sold everywhere to prevent appendicitis. It emphasizes universal availability and aims to persuade readers to purchase the product.

Cheap Rates to Dallas Texas The West Point Route

Train fares advertised from Mobile to Dallas Texas for round trips APTH 13 19 20 and 21 with return by May 2 extended to May 16 upon ticket deposit. Rates maps schedules sleeping car info available from Geo W Allen Atlanta GA J P Billups acting G P and T A. Miss Islin Vins wins Palmetto handicap at Aiken with 73 net score Marion Wright runner up in a strong field.

West Point Gulf Coast Mobile New Orleans Louisiana Texas Atlanta and Dallas Tex APTH Geo W. Alten C. PF North Pryor Street J. P. Billups G. P T. A Atlanta, Ga Islin Vins Columbia S&s. C N. Iselin Aiken Marion Wright

Thornton Enters Fulton County Race for Maryland Casualty

Announcer R Thornton declares candidacy to represent Fulton County in the personal accident department of The Maryland Casualty Co. of Baltimore. He appeals to friends for continued support, notes his position as manager at 87 South Pryor Street, and references recent issues and payments.

Columbia Theater Modernization to Start with Big Changes

Jake Wells the new lessee and manager from Richmond will oversee a complete remodeling of the Columbia theater on Marietta street. Architect Fulter Claflin of New York will prepare plans in collaboration with DeGive and Wells. The project includes demolishing the old stairway, creating a decorative arcade, a new central staircase, rebuilt stage and altered dressing rooms. Estimated cost approaches 20,000 dollars with an August reopening targeted after a brief dark period.

Columbia Jake Wells Richmond Atlanta Wells Fulter Claflin New York Claflin Amalgamated Theater Building Association Claftin DeGive Marietta Street Prudential Messrs. DeGive Aml Wells

Cold Weather Approaches Atlanta With Rain Then Snow Likely

Weather outlook shifts to much colder with possible rain Friday night in Atlanta. Saturday turns clearer and colder, with Sunday showing a decisive rise in cold. Storm from the Mississippi valley moves east as barometer drops and high pressure retreats offshore. Confederate Veterans travel deals offer Frisco trips via Memphis to Oklahoma and Hot Springs with prices 60 and 125 dollars.

Atlanta Mississippi Valley Atlantic Dallas Tex Memphis Oklahoma Indian Territory Oklahoma City Hot Springs W. T. Saunders Frisco System

Notice to Investors East Atlanta Land Company auction

Propositions will be received until April 11, 1902 to purchase properties of the East Atlanta Land Company. Terms cash or 4 cash with balance in one to two years and 60 percent interest. Complete lists and plats available at the Trust Company of Georgia. Rights reserved to reject bids. W S McKENNIE secretary.

Moon East Atlanta Land Company Trust Company of Georgia W. S. McKennie Agwiwna Rator Lélay Court House Fulton Georga Thomas J. Thomas

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