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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1909

Page

16

Strengthen Your Business Finances with American National Bank

The text urges opening a checking account at American National Bank to boost business prestige and efficiency. It highlights benefits like systematic transactions, better cash flow for profitable buys, and opportunities requiring ready money. It also notes burnouts from lack of capital and suggests combining a Certificate of Deposit with a checking account for 2 percent interest and convenience.

American National Bank Burneas Av Pusinens

City Audit Committee Nears Paymaster Office Reform

A city audit committee held a Monday hearing with the chief of the finance department and a pub­lisher. The American Audit Company will start auditing today as the committee works toward creating a paymaster office and reforming payroll and payment practices.

Cmmell -Committee Seely Ehairman Couishman Chambers

Wallace Named Pastor by Ponders Ave Baptist Church

The Atlanta Baptist Ministerial Conference formed a five pastor committee to examine Hugh Wallace, unanimously supporting his ordination as pastor of Ponders Avenue Baptist Church. The May 27 exam precedes the ordination service with Dr Len G Broughton preaching the sermon. Dr White and others from Jones Avenue Baptist Church among participants.

Atlanta Hugh Wallace Pontera Avenue Baptist Church Len QW Firlaghtan de TE McCutchen J. Bennett John FL Purser Doin KE. White Wallace Ponders Avenue Ilantist Church Len G Broughton Dr. White Park T. Me. Cutchen Jones Avenue Haptat Church

Negro miners flee Breathitt as whites attacked in Kentucky

Lexington May 24 report says negro miners brought to Jackson Breathitt county to replace white miners face threats after a weekend boardinghouse shooting and dynamite damage. troops may be requested if violence continues. similar tensions rise at Benson Station Franklin County where guards protect negro quarry workers. Shelby County sees strain over a proposed 460000 negro school near Shelbyville prompting a warning to title examiners.

Lexington Jackson Breathite Benson Station Franklin County Shelby County Shelbyville

Trial to Pick Jury in Cabagniss Bank Case in Macon

Special prosecutor aims to try former Exchange Bank of Macon president J W Cabagniss on dividends impropriety. W W Northen of Atlanta could not testify for three months, over 100 witnesses summoned, jury selection begins tomorrow at 9 in Macon Superior Court as bank books are hauled in and indictments reviewed.

W. W. .Northen Atlanta Brown House Macon J. W. Cabgniss Exchange Bank of Macon WV. Whipple Brieny W. W. Northen Northen Cahanisa Bava Ile Tris Judge Whipple Exchange Bank Neemion Walter Grace

Governor Wilson Praises Atlanta At Taft Banquet

Dr Horace Grant reports Kentucky governor Augustus Wilson praised Atlanta as progressive and energetic after a Taft banquet. Taft told him no southern city matched Atlanta’s effort. Grant asks that greetings be sent to Mayor Maddox Asa G Candler and Sydney C Tapp. Tapp’s Frankfort speech noted as excellent.

Horace Grant Masonic Widows and Orphan Home Louthville Constitution Kentucky Augustus& Wilson Grant Presdant Taft Atlante Atlanta Taft South Maddox Asa G. Candler Sydney C Tapp Tapp Frankfort

Four Lives Lost in Oklahoma Flood

In Guthrie Oklahoma May 24 a flood from four days of rain has killed at least four people. The Brown family of Foraker were carried away with their farmhouse and three children are among the dead. Bridges on the Missouri Kansas Texas line were damaged and train service disrupted as crops were washed out and streams rose rapidly.

Guthrie Okla Oklahoma Reine W. W. Brown Foraker Mern Missouri Kansan and Texas Railway

Dover Barred From $12 000 Post In New York

Former Republican National Committee secretary Elmer Dover had his appointment as national bank examiner in New York blocked by the comptroller of the currency. He may be offered a similar post in another district, amid opposition to a $12,000 yearly salary and questions about alignment with President Taft's interests.

Washington Fimer Dovar Republican National Committee New York Naid Dever Dover Taft National Committee National Bank Examiner

Six Holland churches bar liquor at weddings

In Muskegon May 24 the ministers of all six Holland churches announced an agreement not to officiate at weddings unless a ledger shows liquor will be served during or after the ceremony. The move follows prior weddings with alcohol and aims to curb drinking at nuptials in the Holland area.

Muskegon Mich Miniatera Erterday

Bradley Lectures at Grand Tonight for Temple Fund

Dr Henry Athes Bradley will deliver a major lecture at the Grand tonight at eight o'clock to support the Temple of Health building fund. The talk titled You May Have What You Want will feature as guests Atlanta High school students, Technological school, Marlat college, and others. tickets are 50 cents with reserved seats. Bradley, a prominent Atlanta pastor and lecturer, is praised for forceful delivery and clear handling of his topics.

Henry Athes Bradley Grand Temple of Health Atlanta Psychological Society Uckets The Psychological Society Technological School Marlat College Bradley Atelanta Trinity Methodist Church

Carriage ride ends with loss of $250

Nashville businessman RE White testified he was robbed of 250 by Mattle Wood a Raleigh hotel worker after a cab ride from Pryor Street to the Fulton hotel where they checked in as man and wife. Wood denied theft when arraigned and bound over to city court under $980 bond.

RE. W. White Nashville Mattle Wood Raleigh Hotel White Fulson Hunter Street Depot Raleigh Pryor Street Wood

Murder plot leads to death sentence for deputy marshal

Webb Aim mone a 22 year old white mill operative was sentenced by Circuit Judge Dantzler to hang on July 23 for the murder of United States Deputy Marshal McAdams on February 20. McAdams tried to arrest Simmons when Simmons shot him. Notice of appeal to the supreme court was given.

Anderson D. C Webb Aimmone Dantzler United States Marshal McAdams McAdams Simmons Supreme Court

Railroader in Troy Kills Wife in Dothan

Dothan Alabama May morning report of A M Prince, a Troy railroader, cutting his wife’s throat with a razor while separated for two months. He went to G W Amith’s home to find her alone. Victim under treatment with poor prospects. suspect at large pursue. Madame Sembrich cancels engagements due to ill health in Berlin.

Dothan Ala Doge Madame Sembrich Berlin Madame Marcelle Sembrich

Educational campaign to bring lectures by Dr Coulter

The educational campaign committee of Alabama plans a lecture tour by Dr John M Coulter of the University of Wisconsin. He will deliver a series of talks to farmers and other interest groups as part of the outreach program.

Iylama Doolez Mae Educational Campaign Committee of Alabama John M. Coulter University of Wisconsin

Rural life plans outlined at Alabama conference

A conference in Alabama stressed rural organization and training to link learning to practical farming. Dr Coulter, a leading rural economist from the University of Wisconsin, outlined a state tour to meet farmers at ten points. Invitations to next spring conference were filed with the secretary, signaling strong southern interest.

Ars South Alabama Dr. Coulter University of Wincanain Faculty of the Universalty Han Profassor Haecker Minnesota Northwest Coulter Wickliff Rose Nashville Charlotte University of Mississippi Gulfport SL Hot Springs Ark Little Rock New Orleans

Farewell services to Capitol Avenue Church pastor

The Capitol Avenue Baptist Church tonight will hold a farewell reception for Pastor and Mrs. John Fe Brices as Mr Brizes resigns to lead Fifth Baptist Church in Washington. After four and a half years, the church reports growth to 1100 members, a large Sunday school, active missionary and youth groups, and recent 8? additions. The program includes song service, readings, and brief addresses from church officials and leaders.

Avenuoe Baptist Church Toniht John FE Brizes Banttal Washington City Tringa Capitol Avenue Woman's Missionary Society Baptist Young People's and Riggs J. Halsey Thompson C. Kkickfighter T. A. Teasdale Addrera J. B. Ray Munje J. Er Ibeha SL. Cutton Munte H. L. Gric Men's League Shorfield Capitst Young People's Union R. C. McCoy Junior Baptist Young People's Union

Emory Commencement Set With Noted Speakers

Emorys seventy third commencement begins June 4 and runs through June 9 with thirty three graduates and one postgraduate to receive diplomas. Distinguished speakers include Dr. McCoy of Birmingham and Dr. Yarbrough of Rome with alumni events, a campus barbecue, and a series of services and exercises planned by President Dickey and trustees.

Birmingham College Irmingham Lincoln Hubley Bretaon University De+land Fla W. J. Chambers W Oahington D.C George W. Yarbrough Rome W. L. Chambers Washington PD Owill Oxford Board of Trustees Rogram Monaced James E. Tune Boart of Candier Hall J.P. Williams Nolan A. Goodyear Oh. McCay Birmingham Als Bunnay Williama Partor Flist Methodiat Church Jackson Pui Gamma Dickey Lincoln Hulls of _Stetton university DeLand Judes WT. Chambers Washington Addrens Alumni Association Phila

New York to Washington REABCARD Train Schedule

Daily trains from Atlanta depart at 11 26 a m and 2 40 p m with through sleepers dining cars and related services. The schedule notes connections for New York Washington routes and mentions through cars for long distance travel.

New York Washington Atlanta

Coat of Black Paint Given to Drunkards Piece by Piece

Greenwich May 24 A peculiar temperance prank spreads fear in Con vent of nearby villagers as a white man in a drunken stupor is found daubed with a coat of stove blacking. Special Officer Jones recalls the incident, with the jailer awakening him by a shouted tease, revealing the hoax.

Greenwich Conn Convob Jones

American women praised as most charming by jurist

New York May 24 Alfred Kaut chairman of the Moyet Society of Gritiah Artinta in Pittsburg at the Carnegie Institute exhibition awards said American women are the most chum mable and charming in the world. He noted independence of body and mind and contrasted with English women. An Ansley Park Auction Sale begins at 4 pm at Piedmont Driving Club area on Piedmont avenue, with lots starting nearby.

New York Alfred Kaut Ashe East Moyet Society Gritiah Artinta Carnegie Institute Pittsburg Feat Ka Ansley Park Piedmont Driving Club Oniedmont Avenue Piedmont Avenue

Tift Declines Legislature Seat Sparks Douglas County Election

Samuel H. Tift of Albany informed Governor Smith he cannot qualify or serve in the legislature due to other engagements. Governor Smith ordered an election for a Douglas County representative to be held Thursday June 17. A separate item notes Acme Hatters advertising old hat repairs and new hats at bargain prices.

Samuel H. Tift Albany Smith

Ladies Auxiliary to Run Two City Picture Shows

The Ladies Auxiliary to Atlanta Typographical Union No. 48 plans two charity moving picture events. Maneaver Ben Atchison of the Dixie and George Crater of the Elite will host shows on Whitehall and Peachtree streets, with all net proceeds aiding the auxiliary. The group hopes many attend, supporting delegates traveling to the 1910 International Typographical Union convention in St Joseph Missouri.

Ladies’ Auxiliary Atlanta Interne-ional Typographical Union Atlanta Union

Commencement Exercises Tonight in Covington Georgia

Covington Ga May 24 special commencement exercises were simple and dignified at Covington's school as students prepared to graduate. Treaptra im Clinchfield coal of quality touted for all uses.

Covington Treaptra Clinchfield

Go Defendants Appear In Court In Mass Arraignment

In a single session 65 defendants were arraigned for loitering at city dives. Officers Born and Covington conducted raids on two establishments near Decatur Street. Judge Broyles fined 25 cents to 18 defendants and 35.75 to others. 46 defendants received probation or minimal penalties, totaling 244 dollars for the city. The prisoners were moved to captivity on Piedmont Avenue under guard.

Recorder's Court Decatur Street Plml Broyles Born Covington

Fisheries Company Organized Chicago May 14

The Rensth Fisheries Company, a seven million dollar concern, formed after the Booth & Co failure, elected Frank C. Letta as president. Branch offices closed at the time will reopen tomorrow. The reorganized firm inherits a one thousand eight dollar fine previously imposed on the old company for rotat ing.

Chicago Rensth Fisheries Company A. Booth & Co Frank C. Letta Tha Booth Te Anid Tm Gail

Two Trains East Via Seaboard Leave Atlante at 1:28 a.m

Trains eastbound via the Seaboard to New York Washington and other eastern cities depart Atlante at 1 28 a m with through sleepers and dining cars on both trains.

Seaboard New York Washington Atlante Lang Dining Cara

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Alabama and Broad Advanta, Ga Ponders Ave Breathitt New China Com Parison Maier & Berkele Cabaniss Elmer Dover IL &. Bradley IL J. Schwartz Ivy FL Bethphones Rountree Turner Mgr Ehall Se John Lee Coulter University of Minnesota Capitol Avenue Baptist Church EMORY Schemp Tipplers Connecticut America Apollinaris Tift Acme Bottenan Dixie Elite Steds Eiseman Whitehall Baltimore, Md Washington, D. C
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