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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1924
Page
15
The Atlanta theater presented Rain a powerful drama by a stellar cast led by Hilda Vaughn as Sadie Thompson. The performance drew enthusiastic acclaim from the audience and critics, with Vaughn receiving sustained ovations after the second act. Rain will continue through the week.
The Lyric players stock company presents New Toys a companion to The First Year in a married life comedy. The farewell offering draws larger crowds than any Lyric offering since Oh Boy with the company and friends filling the theater and the Taughter is almost continuous.
Virginia Rucker stars as a vivacious dancer in a four in one song and dance revue at Loew's Grand theater with four young men. Blanche Sweet and Gonrad Nagle headline the feature photoplay with more vaudeville by Bert Swor at Keith's Forsyth. Audiences praise the fun and quality during the first days.
This week at the Howard a vaudeville program features Joe Fact A and acts Fisher and Horst in Hats and Things. Gloria Swanson headlines Wages of Virtue for Paramount directed by Allan Dwan with Ben Lyon. a romance set against North Africa and the Foreign Legion.
Agnes Ayres and Antonio Mor Tenos star in a Rialto week feature described as a radio romance with a real kick, offering an offbeat tale for cinema goers.
Dr J G Ferneyhough elected president of the Southeastern States Veterinary Medical association at the ninth annual convention in Richmond Va Atlanta selected as the 1025 convention city Offiers named First Vice President John R Moss Second Vice President W A Barnett Third Vice President J H Brown Secretary Treasurer I J Handley Delegates heard three speakers Dr John R Mohier Dr Peter F Buahnsen and Dr R H Rebrassier The closing session concluded the meeting
Paris reports that three American diplomats Ambassadors Herrick in Paris Kellogg in London and Moore in Madrid may retire soon. Possible successors named are Charles Beecher Warren Frank Warren and Richard Washburn Child.
Lillian Smith, 24, of 99 West Peachtree street, was arrested late Tuesday night by Motorcycle Officers Pettis and Pelsell on Edgewood avenue and charged with reckless driving speeding and driving an automobile while under the influence of whisky. She was released on bond of $1,000.
Curtis Alrid, 19, is on trial in Lee circuit court at Opelika for the July 25 killing of Ivey Dubore, 58, near Bleecker. The state says a prior dispute led to the fatal act. the defense claims self defense as Dubose allegedly threw a plow and threatened another blow before Alrid struck him with a buggy shaft.
Four black women Etty Tolsa Sara Hugsbey Hetty Jones Sally Grief and Betty Bigby were arrested Tuesday night by Detectives Stone and I'vans and questioned about a jewel theft from a local hotel. The missing 3000 dollars worth of jewelry belonged to Mrs. I. S. Street. All suspects were maids. Nettie Jones, former maid at the hotel, was detained Monday and later released after questioning.
Washington November announces Secretary Mellon dispatches A. W. Uregs, treasury aide, to study Britain's taxation system. The aim is to gain ideas to shape a future treaty with new positions. He will sail to spend weeks abroad, examining fiscal methods and proposals for potential aid in negotiations.
London observers note American thought shaping British policy and dominion views as Sir Auckland Geddes warns that Washington now leads global influence. Premier Baldwin credits US example for modern governance and urges cooperation, while Anglo American ties are framed by England’s parliamentary heritage and shared empire ambitions.
Dr Charles F Thwing president emeritus of Western Reserve University spoke on Phi Beta Kappa ideals and education as democracy's safeguard at a Georgia association banquet in Atlanta. Clark Howell Sr urged tolerance and conservatism as key Phi Beta Kappa values, while other brief speakers included Eugene Mitchell W D Furry Harvey Cox J R McCain and M W Adams among others.
Atlantan delegates to the Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs inspect the display titled Art in Photography on the Biltmore Hotel mezzanine. J A Murdoch presents 61 mostly Georgia landscapes and studies, including Camp McClelland shanty, Columbus boats replicas, a Grant Park snow scene, mountain views, and rural figures.
Akron based Tire and Rubber company announces purchase of Sanford Cotton Mills in Fall River Massachusetts. The plant, operated by Fire Stone Cotton Mills of Fall River, is incorporated in Boston with 6 million capitalization. Sanford plant cost about 4 million to erect en route to new ownership.
Italy plans to pay off the U S bond issue due in February 1925, announced by Prince Caetani at a banquet of the Italy American society. He cited economic reconstruction and urged closer commercial cooperation, while Secretary Hughes praised Italy’s progress and leadership in addressing postwar economic stability.
Dr Charley H Mayo of Rochester argues at the American Dental association convention that new immigration restrictions will lift health standards and reduce insanity. He cites infections as a leading cause of death, with 87 percent of infection deaths due to mouth infections, and urges better assimilation and hygiene through selective immigration.
Des Moines Iowa November 11 By the Associated Press the margin by which Senator Smith W Brookhart the Republican reduced his lead over Democrat Daniel F Steck to 626 votes after tabulations from 74 of 99 counties showing Brookhart 447 882 Steck 446 746 The official totals indicate Brookhart gained 541 and lost 257 while Steck gained 549 and lost 290 a net loss of 146 for Brookhart and a net gain of 253 for Steck statewide about 67 000 voters did not support Brookhart due to party rifts and voters disfavouring a Democrat candidate.
Hartisburg, Pa November 12 Senator William J Borah urged recognizing Russia as a necessary step toward European economic rehabilitation at the State Council of Republican Women banquet He linked settlement of the European problem to addressing the Russian issue and said recognition does not imply approval of Russia by the United States He called for clean government and firm law enforcement to reassure the public about the Soviet state.
Marion Ohio November 11 The condition of Mrs Florence Kling Harding was reported as better to might im a bulletin issued by her physician Dr Carl W Sawyer Mrs Harding deeply appreciated Armistice Day Dr Sawyer said adding that her heart went out to the soldier boys Tonight's bulletin said Mrs Hading has been exhausted and weak most of the day but this evening she feels stronger and better She has been able to take more nourishment during the last 24 hours than usual
In Birmingham on November 11, Republicans claim one of Alabama’s electoral votes could go to President Coolidge after a ballot mishap. Democratic elector nominee G Bates died after ballots were printed, leading voters to write in A A Shelly. A recount may be requested by a governor’s commission.
Samuel Untermyer condemned Armistice Day celebrations as betraying America and the vanquished. He spoke at Semple Rodeph Sholom arguing European diplomats tricked the world into peace terms and criticizing France's militarism while noting the United States has not recognized Russia.
Columbus Ga November 11 Speral Miss XII the unidentified woman who had been a patient at a local hospital spoke her first word since she was found Dont when attempts were made to draw her attention by tapping her shoulder Doctors remain puzzled as she has not eaten voluntarily since Saturday She is fed through tubes and was seen drinking water beside her bed She had shaved hair with a penknife and wore a sweater with $17 pinned and $20 sewn in undergarments.
Rankin, a longtime cotton executive and vice president of the New Orleans cotton exchange, died today after a brief illness. He headed the firm Newhurse Rankin & Co and was a native of Cardiff, Tennessee, with strong ties across southern cotton circles.
A dense ad policy outlines daily and Sunday insertion rates, three and seven day options, irregular insertions, and cash payment rules. It notes phone ads, classification limits, and rights to edit or reject. special yearly rates and error reporting are mentioned with several typographical errors.
A dense list of historical classified sections including Automotive, Employment, Financial, Instruction, Livestock, Merchandise, Real Estate for Rent and Sale, Rooms and Board, and Auctions Legals. The piece outlines various category codes and example entries such as autos for sale, help wanted, mortgages, rooms for rent, and real estate listings, reflecting a vintage newspaper classifieds page. It emphasizes broad listing types and navigational codes for readers seeking services, goods, or legal notices.
Advertises numerous car dealers and models across Atlanta streets including Peachtree, West Peachtree, and Whitehall. Highlights brands like Dodge, Oakland, Overland, Ford, Chevrolet, Olds, and Reo with pricing, terms, and condition notes amid a dense ghosted 1920s era auto market page. Includes railway time listings and miscellaneous vehicle services.
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