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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1914
Page
4
A newly formed industrial commission in Atlanta tentatively backs a $3.9 million bond issue and recommends council resolutions to authorize it. The panel plans to urge a municipal employment bureau and expand the city welfare office, with a meeting Monday to hear members’ report.
Hon Thomas W Wodar releases a statement addressing Georgia Democrats urging support for him and Senator Smith as regular primary nominees. He denounces Vessra Meiure and Hutchens as adventurers, criticizes Watson and McClure, and argues the party must unite to protect farmers and uphold faith in Democratic leadership moving forward against bolting factions.
An advertisement promoting Stuart Dyspepsia Tablets claims they quickly digest meals by stimulating stomach digestion. It asserts natural ingredients, safe effects, and benefits to overall health, urging readers to try samples mailed free with no harm stated.
Alien Forbes secretary of the California Development board writes that on November 4 twenty three prize winning California boy farmers will arrive in Atlanta for a short stop during a round the country tour. The delegation comes from high schools statewide after winning an agricultural contest at the University of California. Forbes notes this is the first time any state has sent such a delegation. The boys will continue a tour of the United States and receive distinguished greeting, with President Wilson among those expected in Washington.
Young girls dressed as modern witches visited downtown areas and collected a large sum for the Associated Charities. The money supports dependents lacking aid, with Halloween events and lantern parades noted as part of the observance.
News from Atlanta notes quail season opens in Georgia and hunters must carry a valid hunting license along with game regulations. Authorities say violations will be pursued summarily and several licenses have already been issued. reports mention increased game activity and locations near Houl Park and East Take.
Charles P Light business manager of the American Good Roads Congress predicted at Atlanta on Saturday that the November 9 14 meeting would attract more delegates than any prior congress He said 86003 pieces of literature were sent out and hundreds of responses were received from men stating their intention to attend Atlanta He was greeted at the train by Atlanta convention officials.
The public notes that actor Hathaway, once famed across the South for his distinctive physical theater, has resumed practice in Atlanta after health issues. Neighbors and patrons recall his twenty year impact and the strong reception he once enjoyed in Haibiwax and surrounding areas.
The revival at Wirse Methodist Church features Dr Klein preaching to men this Sunday at 3 PM with special stri es for men. Pastor Hoth br LaBoxe and Mr Klein urge Atlanta men and youths to attend. Morning and evening services follow, as the revival continues after two weeks of performances and singing by Gastél and the choir.
The Atlanta diocesan conference met in LaGrange and adopted resolutions expressing sincere appreciation for hospitalities from Unity Cotton Mills Kim City Cotton Mills and City Spinning Mills. It also thanks the First Methodist Episcopal church pastors and congregation and LaGrange citizens for their welcome, praising the Stead work under Rev Henry D Phillips.
Judge Nate Harris, Democratic nominee for governor of Georgia, urged voters in Atlanta to back the party in Tuesday's election. He appealed to unite behind Democratic policies, stressing unity and endorsement of party principles to vindicate the administration in Washington and the Empire State of the South.
Saturday a bulletin from Georgia Railway and Power Company vice president G W Byrne announced W H Glenn's advancement to supervision of both the electrical department and street railway division. The change moves Glenn to vice president and operating manager, with oversight of generating stations transmission lines and the distribution system of the company.
Waycross bank officials including LJ Cooper plan financing for cotton stored in the new warehouse as shipments surge into the city. The cotton warehouse, nearing opening early next month, will support credit for growers and merchants.
Washington October 31 President Wilson intended to endorse ME Olear Democrat for Congress in the 1111th district now held by Republican Leader Mann. Through a mistake a letter was written naming J C Vaughan progressive candidate. The error was found today and corrected.
Washington October 11 The Queen Mary of England expresses gratitude for American women who sent the Red Cross relief steamer to Faree. A letter from the queen’s private secretary to Mrs Lewis Harcourt conveys deep appreciation for nurses and workers aiding wounded soldiers and sailors and notes the dispatch reflects women’s charitable work and broad gratitude.
York October 1 19xx Prince Paul de Clairmont an actor was found dead in bed at a west side rooming house a half eaten sandwich with poison nearby a well dressed woman claiming to be his wife entered his room earlier and returned tin containers with poison remains the coroner said de Clairmont born in Europe known as the 2 Prince faced prior jewelry larceny charges but was acquitted he had posed as a heroic figure in a famous novel.
Frank Horner naturalization clerk with the department of justice will be in Atlanta on November 9 to examine fifty seven aliens who have applied for citizenship papers The examination will be held in the office of Clerk Robert Q Fuller in the federal building.
In Atlanta November 12 1918 the Georgia branch of the National Congress of Mothers will host a child welfare exhibit at the Womans Home Companion edhivit to be furnished by the Better Babies Bureau Miss Howard Payne heads the Georgia branch and has named Mrs John W Rowlett to organize the exhibit with Mrs James Britue Mr Wess Mrs Jugene Mitenet and Mrs George Haugh The event includes a Better Baby prize contest.
W H Higgins of Smith and Higgins Peters Street store returns from St Louis with millinery goods valued at 2 carload lot. Goods will be shipped to Atlanta and displayed for women at attractive prices. An announcement will appear in The Constitution when ready for disposal. Lula Homer Railroad corp and chartered Banks and Fal counties seek authority to build a fourteen mile line between Lula and Homer Ga with $200000 stock and $125000 bonds. Board hearing set for November 12.
Waytross Go reports that Ware County tax collections are nearly $1000 ahead of the same period last year. County Tax Collector JT Strickland says conditions are not as bad in Ware as in other sections, noting improvement in collections so far this year.
In Lyerly Georgia on October 31 a voluntary petition in bankruptcy was filed by G R Anderson a prominent merchant and publisher. He lists liabilities at 6115 and assets at 6605, placing the case under Referan W 3 Rowell in Rome this week.
An advertisement touts Papes Diapepsin as fast acting relief for indigestion heartburn and dyspepsia. It claims digestion is improved within five minutes with no rules or fear of foods, offering a fifty cent case from any drug store and a longer run of comfort.
The Atlanta weather outlook for Sunday November 1 1914 calls for an ideal autumn day with a nearly clear sky. Northwesterly or north winds, brisk morning temperatures rising to near freezing and midday highs around 60. Overall, delightful weather expected across the day as city records a pleasant spell. School Site Chosen for New Summerville Building, Work to Begin Soon.
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