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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1908

Page

8

Special Scholarships Drive at Southern Business College

The Southern Shorthand and Business University in Atlanta offers deep discounts on courses to celebrate moving to new quarters. Discounts include the 60 Shorthand or 50 Beckkeeping courses at 40, now rising to 55 soon. 50 Telegraphy at 86, rising to 35 soon. any two 90 courses for 70. and all three 59 courses for 80 if bought together. Agents receive 5 commission. the college seeks representatives in every county. John B. Patterson, assistant postmaster at Columbus Mississippi, endorses contacting the college for a catalog.

Southern Shorthand and Business University of Atlanta John B. Patterson Columbus Miss

Pierce Gives $20,000 Bond In Texas Court Case

St Louis financier H. Clay Pierce, chairman of the Waters Pierce Oil Company board, surrendered to Sheriff George A. Matthews in Austin and posted a 20000 bond to await trial on grand jury charges of false swearing related to the Waters-Pierce Oil Company’s Texas business after 1900 anti trust rulings. The case was continued to the January term by agreement. Pierce plans to stay in Austin through tomorrow, possibly Wednesday, while the state prepares.

Austin Texas H. Clay Pierce St. Louis The Waters Pierce O31 George A. Matthews Waters- Pierce OF Pierce

Georgia Chemist Praises Cottelene for Quality

Georgia's State Chemist J H McCandless told two gatherings that Cottolene will help cotton seed products gain public trust. He praised the refined vegetable oil base as a guarantee of a clean digestible cooking fat.

J. H. McCandless Georgia McCandless

Bell Telephone Directory Ready for Press Changes

The Bell Telephone Directory is prepared for printing and available for corrections. Call the manager today at Main 9090 to update your listing.

Bell Telephone

First Hearing on the Tariff in Washington

Washington, November 9. A conference of Representatives Payne Calyzeil Gaines and others signaled Republican support for tariff revision. The Ways and Means panel prepared to begin hearings tomorrow, focusing on wording changes rather than rate adjustments. Tomorrow’s session will cover chemicals oils and paints with about a dozen manufacturer and trade representatives expected.

Washington Payne New York Calyzeil Pennsylvania Connecticut Gaines West Virginia Wiliam H. Tett Hot Springs Mr. Taft Chicago Waa

Count of Turin Heads to Mombassa for Congo Expedition

Naples reports the count of Turin departed for Mombassa tonight on a major theft expedition to the Congo. King Leopold exempts him from taxes for this privilege. He plans a two year absence, traveling without doctors or servants. From Congo he will go to the Cape of Good Hope and then to Byot.

Naples Count of Tura Mombassa British East Africa Congo Leopold Turin Cape of Good Eluse Bgyot

Dr Broughton Welcomed Home at Enthusiastic Tabernacle Field

Dr Len G Broughton received a hearty welcome from about three thousand worshippers at the Tabernacle last night. He recalled his England preaching and reported nearly $5000 raised for an open air department and infirmary to be established immediately. The program featured a public reception, prayers, songs, and brief greetings from church leaders and affiliated groups. He and his wife and son were present, and no local affairs were discussed.

Len G. ‘Broughton Broughton England The Baptist Tabernacle Tabernacle Hls Phe Civ

Farmers Union leaders head to Washington to consult with president

Duckworth of the National Legislative Committee and T G Hudson Georgia agriculture commissioner left Atlanta for Washington to discuss Farmers Union legislative matters with President Roosevelt. Judge J M Griggs also travels to join the talks, with Senator Clay signaling the outreach for White House reception.

R. F. Duckworth National ‘Legislative Committee Farmers’ Union T. G. Hudson State of Georgia Atlanta Washington, D. C J. M. Griggs Washington Messrs. Hudson Duckworth Rogevelt Genator Clay White House

The Helpmate in The New York Press

A fragment from The New York Press tale The Helpmate shows a puzzled Bilton Wisakar and a young wife discussing why a magazine returns stories. The wife claims the returns are due to enclosed stamps and references an editorial page notice.

New York Press Bilton Wisakar

Gulf Coast Inland Waterway Association Meets in Columbus

The Gulf Coast Inland Waterways Association opened in Columbus Georgia on November 9 with over 600 delegates. Speakers include Governor Hoke Smith and U S Senator-elect Duncan Fletcher, while a luncheon cruise and river tour showcased hydraulic developments on the Chattahoochee. Aimed at creating inland waterways along the Gulf coast, the group seeks river improvements to shorten routes to ports and aid inland cities.

Gulf Coast Columbus Gulf Coast Inland Waterway Af Gtatca Ime Browne Belisk Font ‘Loswenders Th Columbus Board of Trade Muscogee Club F. B. Gordon Columbus Manufacturing Company Gulf Coast Inland Waterwaya Association Mt Wag Gulf Florida Peninsula Chattahoorhee River Hoke Smith Georgia Adamson Carrolton F. B Gordon Duncan J. Whetcher United States Yarksonville Mla Robert Teham Randolph Chicago IM. O. Leighion Washington Thomas J. L. Browne Chamber of Commerce Tampa Fla Ch. B. Floyd Apatarhicola F. W. Soule Camp Waltam Grosvenor Dawe Commercial Club Montgomery Ala A. Thompson National Rivers and Harbors Congress Richmond Ind Joan A. Betjeman Etary Business Men’s Teague Albany, Ga J. 8. Kimbrough Phenix C. H. Smith Arcadia John T. Boigeullett Wa‘con J. H. Drummond St. Andrews Headore Roosevelt Washington, D Gulf Coast Toland Waterways ‘Association Gal GOL Coast Inland Waterways Association Wm. . Taft Springa, Ve Gulf Coast Inland Waterways Association Gulf Coast Inland Waterways “Associattio Fletcher Duncan A. Fletcher Jacksonville

Samuel Gompers Cheers at AFL Convention Opening

Denver November 9. President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor is greeted with hearty applause as delegates open the twenty eighth annual convention. John Mitchell and others praise or critique political involvement while Gompers defends labor’s nonpartisan stand and condemns attacks on free speech and reform efforts.

Denver Cal Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor John Mitchell United Mine Workers of America Gompers Bryan Bucks Stove & Range Company Frank Morrison Russia Republic of United States Cannon Congress James 5. Sherman Net Mr. Gompers

Funeral notices and obituaries mix in Georgia region

Funeral services for Asa Bransford Andrews, 78, will be held at Barclay & Brandon chapel with burial at Westview Cemetery. Survivors include widow and children. pallbearers from Camp W. T. Walker. Also listed are multiple obituaries from Rome and Jackson areas, noting deaths of Mrs. Lukentill, Dr. Alfred Griggs, Thomas Burney, J. M. McMichael, and others, with funeral plans to be announced. The column includes civic notes and a Florida Canal discussion excerpt.

Asa Bransford Andrews Milie Street Barclay & Brandon Company Westview Cemetery Hig Campy W. T. Walker T. J. Smits John W. Crust James McLain E. A. Lukenhill Washington Street Myre N. W. Johnson C. A. Topper Mics Tabie Lukentilt Eta HK. H HS Lukentit Alfred F. Grigga Rean Nev West Point Fleno Griggs Asa W. Grigga Asa W. Gries Mahank Tex Carris Lou Grigga Oscenta Smith J. W. Griggs Slaughter Thomas J. Buroey Rome Home Thomas I. Burney Thin City Tia Wome Fourths Burney Floyd County McMishael Jackson J.M. McMichael Butts Bia Vieta Nancy Mc- Michael Wiliam David Mc-Michael Kate Valentine Marie McMitchael ST. Wigsian Jackson Methodist Church Jacskun

Roosevelt Favored Root for New York Senatorship

Washington predicts Secretary of State Elihu Root will be the candidate to succeed Thomas C Platt in the New York Senate next March 4 1907. President Roosevelt reportedly backs Root though no official announcement has been made.

Tom Hat Place Washington White House Roosevelt James Wadsworth New York State United States New York Biltu Root Clinton Melther Ward Wadsworth Roosevel Root

Avery Parker Killed by Tree in Alabama Country

In Greenville Alabama on Saturday Avery Parker a well known state figure was fatally struck when a tree he had cut fell toward him and pinned him after deflecting from another tree. He was working alone in the country several miles from town.

Greenville Ala Avery Parker Nic

Children Enjoy Fat and Happy Biscuits

A lighthearted note describes children enjoying biscuits made with KKK Flour, portraying them as plump and cheerful during a meal.

Conklin Placed On Trial In Louisiana Payroll Case

In Baton Rouge on November 9 Fesse F. Conklin an assistant U S engineer who led the canal locks work at Plaquemine La was placed on trial on charges of padding his payroll and certifying false accounts. Several witnesses testified mainly about payrolls and related papers with the trial set to resume tomorrow.

Baton Rouge Fesse F. Conklin United States Government Plaquemine United States

Rexro Killed After Argument in Pleasant Hill Alabama

In Pleasant Hill Alabama a white merchant named Bid ney Catts killed a black man after an exchange of words. The shooting occurred when the black man returned with a weapon and Catts fired, killing him aboard a boat.

Rexro Selma Ala Pleasant Hail An Ghis County Bidney Catts Ebot Klled Jenkins Watts Te Negro Tenegro Vamie Siore Catts

Also Mentioned on This Page

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