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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1913
Page
9
Reports detail banker Sanders Walker near death from dichloride of mercury poisoning as doctors warn death is likely within hours. Observers note kidney paralysis as the cause, while family denounces sensational accounts and insists only immediate relatives were admitted.
A history of using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Papain to treat constipation and indigestion in babies and children. It praises safety and efficacy, cites Mrs John son of Kenosha Wisconsin, and invites readers to request a free sample by mail before buying.
Rumors swirl as the Walker family faces a suspected poisoning incident. Dr. Stapler and other physicians acted quickly to treat a likely mercury tablet ingestion by the brother, who remains under close care while the city’s leaders and charities rally in support. The household, including the parents, siblings, and Mrs. Walker, are gathered in Macon amid the unfolding crisis and public concern.
Emma Goldman and Ben Reitman, both anarchists, were arrested on arrival from Los Angeles and sent toward the city limits to board a train to Sos Angeles. A crowd gathered but no violence ensued as authorities said the action aimed to prevent a vigilante repetition.
Ailing man with long stomach trouble claims relief after taking Quaker Extract and Oil of Balm at Coursey & Munn's Drug Store. The advertisement asserts a 61 foot tapeworm expelled and sells Quaker products for rheumatism catarrh kidney stomach and blood issues with prepaid shipping on orders over four dollars.
Rev J Knox McClurkin lauds Bryan's dry banquet as the sixth mines meeting of the Presbyterian assemblies in Atlanta ends a strong missionary program. Speakers urge interdenominational home mission cooperation, social service in Christ's name, and care for Negroes, mountaineers, and Latin America.
Mrs E J V Atkinson who died Sunday at Waycross Georgia was honored with funeral services yesterday from the family residence. She is survived by one son W K Atkinson and three stepchildren Miss Sallie Atkinson Miss Mary Atkinson and Henry Atkinson.
J T Dixon of Columbus Ga dies early this morning after a lingering illness. In Athens Ga Mrs M J Moseley dies at home of her daughter on Dougherty Street at 71, funeral in Danielsville. She leaves many relatives including Judge J Meadow and Mr Iwi Meadow. Charles L Lyle, 84, formerly of Boston, dies at a local sanitarium and is taken to Patterson's chapel awaiting communication with relatives.
A voluntary petition in bankruptcy was filed yesterday in federal court by J H Triplett of Atlanta. Deputy Clerk Beers recorded the papers, listing Triplett as a salesman with an indicated indebtedness of 3588.60 and assets of about 9500.
The assembly formally adopted the brief statement of belief amid strong speeches. Opponents including Dr. W. M. McPhesters and Dr. R. F. Campbell criticized it while Dr. James I. Vance urged a clear, readable creed. Debate over organizational power and federal council influence followed with calls to sever ties and limit ecclesiastical bodies.
The Old Guard military group from Atlanta is welcomed at the White House East Room by President and Mrs. Wilson. Major Joseph F. Burke leads the detachment. Senator Hoke Smith introduces others. A bouquet is given to Mrs. Wilson. The party tours the Capitol area and heads next to Baltimore, New York, and Boston.
Washington May 20 Special. In a brief executive session two Georgia postmasters were confirmed Ada Winslow Manchester and Mary P. Dizon West Point. Both were appointed on the recommendation of Representative Adams amid a demonstration and a connected phone contact.
The firm highlights a broad selection of coats waistcoats and trousers in many styles and widths aimed at college men and youths everywhere. Suits priced at 23 dollars appeal to young buyers by offering quality value while other models run from 18 to 50 dollars, asserting pricier options do not equate to better dressing.
The United Presbyterian assembly debated endowing chairs at colleges and expanding the charter to handle educational endowments. It urged a study on consultative board members and lending funds to medical mission entrants, with repayment rules when vacancies fail to arise. Possible convention city next year: Monmouth Illinois New Castle Ohio or Xenia Ohio.
The seventh Greenville Horse Show opened in Greenville D C with 200 entries from Alabama Georgia South Carolina North Carolina and Victoria. Events included saddle horse class roadsters single and double. Princess Patricia owned by George v Little Camden won the model class. Five gaited saddle horse Tidal Wave owned by D B Shore Sumter S C won. Three gaited saddle horse Foxy Phil owned by J T Colling North Middletown Ky won. Roadster pair Queen Golden Montgomery Girl owned by D S Gregory Richmond Va won. Judge Y M Arraamith Goldsboro N C presided.
Fragmentary ad notice requests phone responses to Main 5000 or At anta 109 with replies to Main 5000 or At. Ianta 409.
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