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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1906

Page

9

Durand's Reopens Historic Depot Restaurant After 28 Years

The longtime Atlanta landmark Durand's depot restaurant reopened at noon after a 28 year closure. Under Henry Durand and J T Williams the redesigned cafe features a new kitchen, dining rooms, and lounge areas while preserving the enduring spirit and high service standards that made it a trusted gathering place for travelers, locals, and notable figures. The renovated house, up to date in equipment and ambiance, aims to continue its forty eight years of continuous service with the same swift, courteous hospitality.

E. L.parker Durant Depot Union Depot Georgia South Maine Texas Atlanta Henry Durand Henry BR. Durand Atlante Alabama Durand Stand Jday Air J._T._Williams Durand Restaurant Company

Ballard Bifocal Promises Convenient Eyewear Revolution

Aged spellbound note on Walter Ballard Ontieal Co presenting bifocals that combine near and far sight in one frame at lower cost. Claims world reach, top optical service, and a vast manufacturing wave by major firms worldwide. Reunion of Wesleyan class of 1850 highlights commemoration with Rev. George Smith and others.

Walter Ballard Ontieal Co Peachirea Street Atlanta

Southern speed mails approved in post office bill

Washington May 29 The senate adopted the southern fast mail provision in the post office appropriation bill ensuring a year’s funding. Debate centered on a Mallory substitute supporting the subsidy to maintain expedited service via the Southern railway route to Atlanta. Senators Simmons Money Bacon Foster Pettus spoke for and against the amendment before its adoption. The senate then passed the $192,485,000 post office appropriation and adjourned over Memorial Day.

Washington Senate House Atlanta Georgia South Mallory Simmons Post Office Department Southern Railway Money Bacon Foster Pettus

Infirmary Day Aims to Raise $2000 in Atlanta

Dr Len G Broughton of the Baptis tabernacle appeals for aid to fund accumulated infirmary charity expenses of the past year. With next Sunday set for the final collection, about $17250 has already been pledged, and $250 remains to reach the goal. He notes $750 from all sources and calls on business and citizens to pledge funds to support the poor and sick.

Baptiat Tabernacle Len G. Broughton Tabernacle Church Alrerndy Constitution Broughton Dome of Atlanta Atlanta Atlante

Trial verdict in embezzlement case at Minneapolis

Dr J F Force, former president, was found guilty on charges of embezzling 135 shares of Metropolitan back stock belonging to the Northwestern Life Insurance Company. The case proceeded after a lengthy trial in Minneapolis with May 29 as the reported date.

Fores Minneapolis Minn J. F. Force Metropolitan Northwestern Life Incence Company

Georgia Elks In Convention In Albany Georgia

Albany Ga May 20 Every lodge enjoying membership in the state association of Elks is represented in the fifth annual convention opening here. The parade extended over two blocks to Pine street where opening exercises were held. Mayors, exalted rulers, and state officers addressed the gathering. State President Robert L Colding of Savannah and State Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler W E Martin of Macon spoke. A reception and ball followed. Tomorrow the group will tour Philema for a barbecue and elect officers with Rome likely to name the next president.

Albany State Association of EAS 1A Georgia Elks Pine Street C. W. Rawson H. T. McIntain Albany Lodge Robert L. Colding Savannah W. E. Martin Macon Colding Elis Elia Club Elke and Philema A. and N R. A. Denny Rome

Swanger and Franklin to Stand Trial for Ramsey Homicide

Spring Place Ga May 29 Special Joe Swanger and Jim Franklin are to be tried for the homicide of Captain A K Ramsay. The killing occurred April 22 on the highway in front of Ramsay’s home after a dispute over cattle. Franklin allegedly fired four shots, one fatal. Judge A W Fite has called a term of the Murray superior court to hear the case as sheriff deputies summon grand and traverse juries amid public excitement.

Grand Traverse Spring Place Joe Swanger Jim Franklin Captain A. K. Ramsay Captain Ramsey Swanger Franklin Ramsey Fusti A. W.fite Durray Superio Folicitor Bam. Maddox R. J. MicCainy Jus H Dorsey Avante Lone Tee Spel Place

Divorce concept debated by Presbyterian ministers

Dr Alexander McKelvey of Boonton New Jersey argued only one cause justifies divorce while separations might occur but remarriage is forbidden. Rev G S Lelper, once a local Presbyterian preacher now in New York, stirred a crowd with a provocative hypothetical about a man with five divorced wives and communal denial. The southern party’s stance remained unresolved as the discussion followed.

Presbyterian Ministers’ Association Alexander McKelvey Boonton N.J Lelper York Gast “Cy Aleg Nett

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