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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1906

Page

7

Hearing Restored in Minutes at Jacobs Pharmacy Demonstration

A large queue at Jacobs Pharmacy in Atlanta drew crowds as Coop ers Cooper introduced his remedy for deafness. Attendee Hoskinson, an attorney, reported improved hearing moments after a single application, then answered questions while noting renewed clarity. Assistants said Cooper previously halted public demonstrations to avoid misleading the public.

Jacobs Plarmacy Cooper Atlanta Wiselen J Hoos Tasalaso Baber Willovhasow Simethn Mr Hoskinson Hoskinson Bert

Purtell Wins at Piedmont Park Field Meet Cup Awarded

Purtell scored the most points at the Boys High field day at Piedmont park earning the Atlantic Athletic Club cup. Individual events saw Purtell take multiple wins including 100 yard dash 11 seconds and shot put 31 feet 2 inches, with Rice and Lege also placing in several events. Team results crowned Techno Joreu in the class division with 38 points, and classical and business teams following.

Purtell Piedmont Park Atlantic Athletic Club Purtoll Rice Lege Thirra Techno Joreu Department Business Department Classical Toepel Braussacher Galloway Techs Woodward Mangum Emerson Frank Puesta Georgy Chapman Purtell Turd Balms Slate

Wadsworth Confirms Reversal of Suspension by Southern Conference

Dr Wadsworth speaks after the Southern Methodist general conference reverses the North Georgia action suspending him for one year over alleged impropriety. He says the ruling restores his good name and cites widespread support from Hartwell and peers, pledging to continue serving as pastor and to share his vindication nationwide.

General Conference The Methodist Church, South North Georgia Newnan W. W. Wadsworth Georgia Wadsworth Hartwell Turtwell Church Southern Methodist Church Birmingham Tim Wadworth Augusta Knoxville Southern Methodist South Georgia Methodista General Conference Committee of Appeals Williard

Baptists Meet in Chattanooga Urge Strong Evangelical Drive

The meeting urged nationwide evangelism with focus on southern growth, better church architecture, and location for churches. Officials urged civic righteousness, temperance, law enforcement, and Sabbath observance while highlighting the South’s future influence. Foreign Mission Report shows gifts at 31,248, rising from 283,416 and 247,629 in prior years, with many churches contributing 500 600 salaries now common and some 1000 1200. A surge in baptisms 2244 signals missionary success and growth of church schools tied to mission work.

South Panama Canal Foreign Mission Foreign Mission Board

Langston Freed as Mother’s Plea Halts Georgia Prosecution

The case against J D Langston was not pressed after a letter from Mrs Sheehan, mother of his late wife, requested dismissal. The court was set to hear four counts of cruel treatment but solicitor Lowry Arnold informed the judge of the mother’s appeal and the case was dropped. Mrs Sheehan and family, long residents of Atlanta, now in Montgomery, cited distress and desire to avoid further attention from the investigation.

Sheehan J D Langston Georgia Couts Langston Harris Street Lowryv Arnold Mra Boo Sherhin Montgim Em He Fiming Arnold Lowr Allonia Tam Ads Langston Be Shubaan Langatom Atlanta Montgomery South Tyu Journal

Wadsworth Wins Appeal And Conference Reports

Dr Wadsworth wins an appeal as the church extension committee favors erecting a representative church in Washington with a 200000 pledge and potential 875000 boost. Reports propose campaign plans and endowments for religious chairs and Sunday schools. Delegates discuss an assistant superintendent office and an English delegate addresses a large audience at First church Columbus prepares for General Picnic Day with factory holidays and Sunday school picnics at White Sulphur Springs.

Church Extension Committee Washington City Mount Vernon Washington Vendervill University Nashville W. J. Starding Canada Hoss Chaich Sunday Schools Committee Columbus Ga Columbus White Sulphur Springs

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Promise Fast Relief

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills claim to prevent and relieve headaches with no after effects. A testimonial from Rosa A Currier of Kalamazoo cites relief from sick headaches and heart-related neuralgia, noting rapid pain stop and fewer attacks. advertised with a money-back guarantee and 25 cent doses.

Miles MRG ROSA _A. CURRIER Kalamazoo Mich Bull Mules Medical Co Elkhart Ind

Bryan Ready If Needed In 1908 Nomination

A Missouri man, friend of William J Bryan, received a letter from Bryan in Egypt stating he will not seek another nomination unless circumstances demand it. Bryan says time alone will determine and emphasizes his commitment to his fighting goals. The letter is the first authoritative public statement of his 1908 stance.

Louis Bryans

Record High Run by Hoppe in World Billiards Event

Willie Hoppe shattered the world high run record in billiards with a 307 during a match against Jake Scheefer. The former mark stood at 255 by Louis Cure. Hoppe built a long run, passing Cure’s record and finishing with a lead as spectators applauded.

Chicago Willie Hoppe Louis Curt Hoppe Jake Scheefer Schaefer Cipher Atty Cure Schrefer George Sutton New York Lous Cure

Rold Rally Planned Wednesday Amid Exposition Funding

Rally organizers call a Wednesday event as finances for the exposition edge toward completion. Belief in success grows as supporters note fundraising progress and an expected final raise is within reach.

Grand rally for 810 exposition moved to Wednesday night

The 810 exposition rally is set for Wednesday night May 16 after a date change from May 17. Subcommittees rush to raise 200000 in subscriptions with many self-organized teams and pledges. J H Hoall alone sent back over 100 in half an hour. Authorities expect full funding and announce the exposition's start following the rally.

J H Hoall Ami

Mortuary Notices Report Multiple Local Deaths

Obituaries report Louis K Kalb at home on South Morta, Tyler B Thompson a two year old, and Joseph L Rainwater at 147 Piedmont Avenue. H H Revell dies aged 30, J E Munger and Bessie Castlen noted, Geneveve Patterson interred in Oakland, G W Maner at 69 Luckie, infant Lewis Bishop at 87 Plum, Mrs J F R Tomlinson of Lakeway Florida dies, Claude Florence of Atlanta dies in San Antonio. Funeral plans vary with Oakland and other cemeteries. Professor EK H Kruger noted as longtime physician and organist at Second Baptist.

Tyler B. Thompson Thompson Crow Street Joseph L. Rainwater Josephl Rainwater Piedmont Avenue Roswell Revell J. E. Munger J E. Munger Harclay & Branton First Baptist Church Oakland J E Munger The Young Men's Christian Association Bessie C. Castlen Bessie C Castlen Thomas Ga Lewis Bishop B B Bishop Plum Steet Wesley Chapel J. &. Tomlinson J. FR Tomlinson Lakeway Fls Misa Clevie Smith J M Smith BS Morris Washington ,Wirget Claude Florence Atlanta Claude & Florence San Antonio Tex D Frazier Frazier & Co Florenty Ohis Mus Ilezio Kiser Florenca Florence Soulhern Mania Poy Ang W . Murray Atlant Powder Springs EK H Kruger OH Kruger Irwin

Is Disease a Crime in Progressive Debate

An editorial argues disease should not be treated as crime noting many illnesses arise from uncontrollable or unknown causes while condemning only self induced ailments. It cites poverty overwork and stress as factors and promotes Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a non alcoholic remedy for women’s ailments with endorsements and a free informational offer.

Popular Fierce Pierce Fay Piersy RB. V. Pion Buffalo

Cantrell’s Wife Dies After Prayer Efforts In Zion City

In Chicago on May 1, Mrs Cantrell, wife of the Zion church general overseer in the United Kingdom, died after days of prayer by church elders. She received no medical attention and her infant son survived briefly. Coroner’s inquest to be held later. she was English and her husband was in London.

Cantrell Catell London

Obituary notices from Macon area in May special section

Multiple memorial notices report deaths and funeral arrangements for local figures. Josephine Knight of Macon on Jeffersonville Road died after brief illness. funeral at residence. Emma Balford of Columbus died at 54 from measles. service at East Highlands Methodist church with interment at Double Churches Cemetery. Thomas G Smith of Macon died at 27. survived by husband and family. funeral at Pentateuch Cemetery. Interments and services listed with church and cemetery details.

Woodward Avenue Baptist Church Westview Barnes Lodge No 55 Fang Patterson Josephine Knight Macon Emma Baford Columbus Emma Balford Highteenth Street East Highlands Methodist Church Thomas G. Smith Thomas G Smith Cilinton Road Eranela Green Jones County

Man Swallows Laudanum to End Life on Decatur Street

J J Cody of 6 Main Street attempted suicide by taking a large laudanum dose at the Decatur and South Boulevard corner yesterday morning. He was rushed to Grady Hospital, treated with a stomach pump, and declared out of danger. later he gave conflicting statements and was taken to the police station. Cody, about 28, lost an arm seven years ago at Whittier Mills.

Cody Decatur Street J.J Cody Main Street Decatur South Boulevard Grady Hospital Whittier Mills

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