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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1912
Page
11
A damaged OCR fragment hints at Atlas related postal terms including post office and mail, with unclear surrounding context. The readable bits mention sredaty mail and abiaked terms alongside a postal reference, suggesting a historical notice or listing without concrete dates or actions.
An Atlanta notice outlines subscription terms payable in advance and carrier options. It notes advertising management in the Constitution Building, identifies Washington and New York bureaus, and lists agents. The column comments on Republican platform talk, Taft, Wilson, and Georgia politics with humor about the Atlanta convention and Crepe Brigade mood.
The Constitution thanks Atlanta citizens for swift aid to the Mississippi flood disaster. Aerial garments totaling 10,000 were sent from Atlanta as relief from government food. The letter from John M. Parker to John J. Eagan highlighted urgent apparel needs and ongoing danger. Turnverein’s benefit and additional contributions will further aid victims as the recovery unfolds.
Alabama forms a commission of eminent lawyers led by Chief Justice Dowdell to overhaul criminal and civil procedure, with recommendations due to the next legislative session. The piece notes Georgia’s similar hopes, criticizes lax court processes, and urges public will to drive meaningful reform, even amid stiff legislative resistance.
A fragmented quote rails against the judiciary and calls for firm action. It argues for a strong, principled stance to resist public pressure and keep justice from being swayed by clamor, asserting the need for careful, justified decisions even amid disgrace.
A collage of song lyrics and poems mentioning Georgia, love themes, money imagery, and hopeful lines. The fragments include hints of a newspaper page with verses about roses, joy, and dreams, plus a note about The Billyville Banner and a weathered civic note. The text reads as era chatter and promotional verse rather than a single article.
Henry A. Rucker ex collector of internal revenue for Georgia returned from Washington and confirmed Senator Dixon’s denial of bribery claims made by Calvin Chase Taft delegate from the District of Columbia. Rucker testified he arranged an interview, heard Chase describe his wish to switch to Roosevelt, and noted Dixon advised a Roosevelt endorsement letter which Chase did not deliver. No bribe was implied in their talks.
The Southern Bell Telephone Company in Atlanta reports 64 000 in improvements over five months with plans to reach 77 735 71 by July end. Work includes underground and aerial cables on West Peachtree Houston Ivy and Edgewood avenues, interior block distribution, switchboards, and building upgrades. Completion includes Edgewood Avenue underground cable and Grant Park aerial cable with machine ringing desks.
Cuthbert Ga May 17 Inspector for the government has recently been here reviewing the post office to raise its grade by July 1. The upgrade brings an extra office force, fixtures and higher salaries and introduces free delivery and a government building. The town shows steady growth alongside a new ice plant at Cuthbert Ice Company doubling capacity. Ten thousand dollars will remodel Hotel Gay. $20,000 will fund municipal improvements. Andrew Female College prepares brick buildings after commencements, while new structures rise around town and more residents plan to move here.
In Quitman Georgia on May 17 a dispute erupts between Mayor E L Jelks and Dr Goulden over school contract control, highlighting tensions about administrative authority and oversight in local education.
A complaint by Adams alleges that Watson obtained $0.60 with a bad check and sold $25 in real money. Detectives traced him to a roadster linked to two women. Watson was arrested at 12 Mechanic Street. He claimed innocence and said he was in Toronto for the holidays. a formal charge follows Friday morning.
Fresh Florida watermelons arrive signaling summer, with melons at $1 each and larger fruit higher. Turnips, greens, and strawberries ease slightly as vegetable prices shift toward the expected seasonal declines. Fish remain scarce though lake salmon and pompano price ranges hold steady. broader market listings cover meats, produce, and staples with varied per-unit costs.
The Constitution thanks Atlanta for aid to Louisiana flood sufferers as New Orleans reports relief efforts. Mr Parker led rapid relief from his own plantation in north Louisiana, while critics warn of sensational stories. The Associated Press provides accurate, non exaggerated updates on conditions.
In a habeas corpus dispute over a four year old boy, the Georgia Supreme Court reversed a Fulton county ruling and held the father should have custody. The decision states the father is the natural guardian unless unfitness is shown, noting the mother left, the father is of high character, financially able, and the child’s best interest supports custody with the father.
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