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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1915

Page

4

Postal rates and distribution details for The Constitution

The notice outlines mail and news distribution through Atlanta and beyond. It lists post office rates for United States and Mexico, single-copy prices, and weekly/daily service outside Atlanta. Advertising manager contact and distribution outlets in New York, Washington, and Broadway locations are noted.

Smeer Atlanta Holliday Constitution Building Washington Hurestt Jann Corrman Ir Star Constitution New York City Broadway Forty Second Street Thirty Eighth Street Tueny Ninth Street

What’s Fair in War and the Hague Convention Rules

A critique argues that World War I era powers disregard The Hague rules and debate fairness in war. It weighs Germany’s Lusitania sinking and Belgian violations against England and other nations, noting noncombatant casualties, neutral ships, and submarine warfare as ethical flashpoints guiding future war definitions.

Germany Lusitania Belgium England English Channel North Irish Snower Hague

Rules for the Uplift in Business Government

A brief note on the pervasive influence of uplift ideas in the nations business sector and government. The text highlights rules adopted by large enterprises and public administration as points of notable change and practical results. It emphasizes experimentation with these rules and their beneficial effects.

Moral rules and music aid at Pennsylvania foundry

A Philadelphia era column notes walls display temperance and Christian slogans at a Pennsylvania foundry. It cites Billy Sunday’s campaign, and references a “musical uplift” band used to improve work pace. It mentions navy rules and fuel efficiency studies, with commentary on practical use for labor and cautions about tune choices.

Pennsylvania Philadelphia Walla Atete Billys Pennsylvana Boston Globe Navy Uncle Sam E J Belana Manufacturers News South

Revival of cotton gowns trends across eastern markets

The eastern dry goods market notes a shift toward cotton fabrics for gowns with Made in Amelia association promoting cotton goods in Georgia. Mrs Fitzpatrick of Thomasville renews her Buy Cotton Goods campaign through the Federated, aiming to boost home fabric patronage while supporting employment and patriotic styling through lingerie era inspired gowns and trims.

Voiles Batiates Amelia Fitzpatrick Thomasville Ga Federated Georgia

Gouverneur Morris to join American colony in France for war relief work

The Washington Post interview quotes Gouverneur Morris planning to join Americans in France assisting the war relief effort. He argues reporters capture human stories behind the sacrifice and praises trained war correspondents for vivid frontline history, predicting future historians rely on their work.

Gouverneur Morris France Steems Huges Waterloo Morris London

Remarkable Tribute Follows Death of Hannibal Beatty in Yorkville

The death of Hannibal Beatty in Yorkville South Carolina drew notable tributes from the community. Eminent local men served as pallbearers and floral offerings came from all ranks. The Yorkville Enquirer marks his life as an example of character, loyalty, and faithful service for his race and community. The piece notes the broader lesson for thoughtful educators urging honest service and community good. A separate item mentions the Supreme Court restoring the Thaw case to front page rights and Villa announcing he will not seek the presidency.

Hannibal Beatty Yorkville Yorkville Enquirer

Rest in Peace Georgia Smayroay at Bell Ring Memorial

Verse mourns Sr Georgia Smayroay with themes of faith endurance and peace. It laments life’s storms and the bells of memory guiding to rest. The piece notes a death, reflects on Providence, and questions money’s value after a life’s task.

Chaotic Fireman Musings and Odd Editorial Snatches

A collage of fragmented notes links a sunlit fireman’s grim talk on scorching towns with stray snippets from old papers. It weaves rural humor, war talk, and quips about mules, autos, keyholes, and a notorious editor’s past. The piece blends poetry, satire, and para-editorial asides.

Portland bids to push peace conference aim in war end

The Portland effort to advance a peace conference to end the European war stresses its leverage amid confusion over Monroe figures and Fortamouth. The article notes a focus on monquitoes and the supposed influence of Fortamouth in the negotiations.

The Boston Globe Portland Fortamouth

Keep your eye on the president in time for peace dash

The Milwaukee Sentinel notes that Mr Wilson is best suited to decide when to press for peace in Murops and urges close attention to his actions as events unfold. The column highlights the president's judgment and timing in pursuing peace milestones on the international stage.

The Milwaukee Sentinel Wilson

End Ignorance and Aid Poor Atlantans Urged

The Rev W W Memminger of Atlanta Episcopal church urged citizens to combat literacy and poverty in a Sunday speech at Ryerson Theater. He cited Georgia’s high illiteracy, criticized inaction by the wealthy, and warned that neglect of charitable duty will be exposed. He urged practical deeds to improve learning and living conditions in the city.

Ann Philonopher Philonopher Cleveland W Memminger Altbainta Episcopal Church Rorsyth Theater Billy Sunday Atlanta Georgia Thos Goiliness France

Eating and the Global Appetite in War and Wealth

The piece muses on eating as habit art or necessity across nations and classes. It notes Russian soldiers' bravado tied to bread and rations, contrasts lavish urban dining with peasant restraint, and cites extravagant American spending on groceries and dinners amid wartime hunger and soup kitchens.

Hue Halidays Restaurent

Advocate Endorses Short Route for Dixie Highway in Georgia

An advocate for Fitzgerald’s Short Route touts its benefits including a 75 mile shorter path via Perry Hawkinsville Titygerald and Waycross. He notes existing good road conditions from Beacon to Waycross and cites county commissioners improving highways with convict labor. He highlights Fitzgerald Colton and Irwin County as historic and scenic segments along the route.

J Elders Fitzgerald Short Route Association Perry Hawkinsville Titygerald Waycross South Georgia Beacon Northwest Irwin County Ben Hi Irwin Ware Chariton St George Lil Touriat Florida Nol St Marte Ilver Duval Florida Jacksonvill Dixie Highway Commissioners

Influence of Memminger Sermon on Washington Seminary Girls

Dr Memminger preached to Washington Seminary girls stressing female influence in history and Christian witness. He warned of double standards, urged high conduct, and cited biblical examples such as Deborah, Rebekah, and Delilah to illustrate influence for good or destruction. He urged women to be witnesses to truth as Jesus’ followers and to maintain church attendance and moral standards.

Dente Ife Dent Dent Washington Seminary W W Memminger All Baint Memminger Yemmingers Cumas Israel Rebeccah Delilah Deborah God Jesus Werses Christ Utah

Sunday Afternoon Organ Concert Delights Atlanta Audience

The regular Sunday afternoon concert by the Atlanta Music Festival association at the Auditorium drew warm praise. New York contralto Miss Hildt Deighon, staying in Atlanta, sang richly and earned encores, joined by violist Miss Ware Denison and organist Arthur Kraft who offered several selections, making the event a standout in Atlanta’s musical scene.

Atlanta Music Festival Association Atlanta Hildt Deighon New York New Orleans Miss Devhton Garmen Elijah Mms Ware Denison Vichm Mendelescb Ooimee van Dom Itiay Finin Arthur Kraft City

Ministers urged to appeal to intellect of congregations

The Bishop at Wesley Memorial urged ministers to appeal to the intellect depths of their future congregations rather than emotions. He warned fashion and moral decline threaten to overrun society, emphasizing lasting impact through intellectual appeal. The Candler School of Theology closed for the year with two graduates, Keener Rudolph and Robert Surue.

Emory University Bshop Warren & Candler Wesley Memorial Church Candler School of Theology Inxust Keener Rudolph Elk Cu Okla Robert Surue Missisappi

Council to convene with three elections on agenda today

The meeting will include elections for a city purchasing agent and two members of the board of education. Incumbent WE Chambers is favored for purchasing agent, while Din Wo Green and James Lowes are set to join the board without opposition. The special school probe report may be sent to the finance committee for use in the June budget. Augustus T Pegoch attends first general council meeting after recent election.

Board of Education Wasor Wondward Din Wo Green James Lowes Augustus T Pegoch PA Mason

Southern Ruralist reports Georgia agriculture growth and wheat gains

A regional booklet highlights agricultural output in the south with Georgia leading in farm value and crop acreage gains. It notes Georgia wheat and oats expansion since 1812, reflecting a strong trend in food-staple production and broader southern agricultural potential for northern distribution and advertising.

United States Southern Ruralist Agricultural Magasine Atlanta South Geormas Georgia National Department of Agriculture

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