Local Union and Public Affairs Short Items
The Local Union of Christian Endeavor societies meet at Moore Memorial church tonight with an interesting program. A civil service exam for clerk and carrier posts in Atlanta post office will be held at the United States building on the 20th, with 68 applying for carrier and 37 for clerk. A large appropriation measure for the Cave Spring asylum faced house opposition and was referred to a committee. A Webster county dispensary bill and a Walker county proposal were debated, while a death-sentence appeal for Pete Harris drew testimony on trial fairness. Spelling bee at DeKalb County courthouse benefits Donald Fraser High School athletics. Colonel Park Woodward’s condition improved after a run-in. Carnegie library trustees discussed opening plans for January 1. Street name changes and street maintenance costs dominated council talks. City tax and claims committees met. health board considered budget cuts. Gas company street work prompted questions over permits. Whitehall Street improvements included a damages proposal for nearby house. Southern Paving may win asphalting contract. General agricultural committee examined fish and game protection bills and planned a prison-farm visit. Pleasant days fade to winter. King Hardware offers a Wonder heater now for $4.00, warning prices may rise.
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Charter Bills To Come Wednesday In Atlanta Senate
A movement seeks council reconsideration of charter amendments as too drastic while Senate Special Judiciary Committee plans hearings next week on bills passed by the House. Mayor Mims and Senator Howell arranged postponement to wait for the council’s regular session on Monday. The bills address franchise and taxation provisions and could trigger a heated council debate upon reconsideration.
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First Snow Falls in Roanoke as Mercury Drops
Roanoke Virginia reports a sharp morning temperature drop followed by the season's first snowfall. Residents note flurries began in the evening with cold winds and slick streets anticipated. Local observers say the early snow may affect commutes and daily activities.
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Munyon's Rheumatism Cure Promoted in Ad Copy
An old advertisement promotes Munyon's Rheumatism Cure claiming rapid relief in hours and full cure in days. The copy asserts effectiveness across all forms and stages, mentioning relief from pain and restoration of strength, typical of period medical ads.
Freight Men Cause Stage Fright and Pranks at Playhouse
Southeastern Freight Association conference adjourned after routine work while general freight agents relaxed at a city theatre. A rogue orange arced toward the stage, a squirt gun sparked chaos, and officers watched as railroad men tossed fruit at the performers. Other notes mention schedules, agents in Atlanta and New Orleans, and a large rail order backlog set to fill plants through 1903.
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Tittie Willler
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Equitable Will Pay Heirs $225,000 From Gold Bond Move
The Thomas family will receive $225,000 from Equitable Life after John Rochester Thomas's policy changes. They chose $5,000 yearly for twenty years then $100,000 lump sum over cash options, instead of a $180,000 lump sum now. The $25,000 policy was paid immediately, creating $5,000 yearly for twenty years plus the final $2,500. The company estimates its bonds are worth 30 percent over par.
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Spears of Waycross Dies of Scarlet Fever
T. C. Spears, 25, of Waycross Georgia died last night from scarlet fever. He and his wife had married only two weeks earlier. Funeral arrangements were not announced.
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