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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1913

Page

6

Relief 10 Traffic Calls for Action on Spring Street Plan

Congestion along Peachtree Street prompts push to extend Spring Street from Marietta to Brookwood with a viaduct to Rhodes Avenue, totaling about 2.15 million dollars. City leaders and property owners back the project, aiming to start early next year to relieve downtown traffic and create a straight boulevard into Peachtree Road.

Apvass G. Lodes Peachtree Road Spring Street Peachtres Road Prackwood Marietta Brookwood Alabama Rhodes Arrest Georgia Railway and Electric Company Worsyth Lalit & Mile Peachtree Street Uns City Fourteenth Street Peach~ Tres Road Committee of Citizens

Ideal Day for Churchgoers and Recreation in Indian Summer

Indian summer weather continued on Sunday with bright clear skies and pleasant temperatures. Large crowds attended church services and enjoyed afternoon park recreation and an organ recital, described as ideal, combining summer brightness with comfortable warmth.

Judge Foster Presiding At Atlanta Court This Week

Judge Foster arrives with Mrs Rufus Foster of New Orleans to preside in the United States court of appeals this week in place of Judge McCormick. Also in attendance is Fudge Shelly of Alabama.

Rufus 5. Foster New Orleans Atlanta Foster United States’ Court of Appeals McCormick Fudge Shelly Alabama

Sum of 10,000 Raised for Americus YMCA

Americus Georgia reports a special mass meeting at the YMCA auditorium raised ten thousand dollars to cancel outstanding debts. Subscriptions came quickly with several citizens pledging thirty three dollars and ninety cents each. The YMCA building has been closed for two years awaiting funds to restart operations.

Americus, Ga Americus Young Men's Christian Association

Facts About iamonds Booklet Promotes Brace of Services

A booklet titled Facts About iamonds details the grading system, full value exchange contract, and attractive monthly payment selling plans offered by the seller. The pamphlet emphasizes low net prices across grades and weights and promotes convenient financing options.

Supreme Court First Decision Day Aims At Major Rate Cases

Washington October 5 High importance decisions loom for the Supreme Court on its first decision day October 20. Justice Hughes is expected to rule on Kentucky rate cases affecting distillery supplies and interstate rates, with debates over McChord Act validity and rail commission appeals. Other cases include Indiana rate disputes, Nashville shipping privileges, intermountain vs pacific coast rate questions, and Georgia headlights laws. Potential rulings on national bank stock taxation and book publisher trusts also loom, shaping interstate commerce and state law challenges.

Washington Supreme Court Hughes Kentucky McChord State Railroad Commission Indiana Indianapolis Atlanta Louisville Nashvile Nashville Southeastern Northwest Iel Cumberland River Spokane Mena Interstate Commerce Georgia Headlights Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Georgia National Bank News York New York City National W York Harper Sugar California Book Publishers Trust

Live Stock Bulletin Promotes Exchange Among Farmers

The Southern Railway live stock department issues a bulletin for sale or exchange to aid southeast stockmen. Mailed to over 15,000 farmers and dealers, it has facilitated many sales and exchanges, extending the usefulness of sires. The entire cost is borne by the railway. For copies or to add stock details, contact Word livestock agent in Atlanta, Ga.

The Southern Railway Southern Raiway Company Atlanta

City of Brunswick levies on steamers

Brunswick Ga October 5 Special The city levied municipal taxes on three passenger steamers owned by the St Simoon Transit Company and the Brunswick and Darien Steamboat Company and prepared a legal notice for sale by the marshal in November. Proceedings halted before publication by steamer company attorneys as Georgia courts prepare to rule on such taxation.

Brunswick Courts of Georgia St Simoon Transit Company Brunswick and Darien Steamboat Company

Martha Hudson Dies. Conyers Widow, 85, Rites Today

Mrs. Martha Clay Hudson aged 85 of Conyers Ga died Sunday morning Funeral services scheduled for today at the residence of her daughter Mrs M C Summers Interment in Conyers cemetery She is survived by daughters and several sons including C B Hudson W C Hudson N B Hudson Dan Hudson Mike Hudson and D M Hudson from Atlanta East Point Newnan Montgomery and Atlanta Ohio none of whom are named with exact relations given in the obituary

Martha Clay Hudson Conyers M.C. Summers East Point N. B. Hudson Newnan Dan Hudson Montgomery Mike D. M. Hudson Atlanta M. Hudson McCord-Stewart Wholesingle Grocery Company

Buddhists Appeal to Wilson on Japan United States Ties

In Tokyo a large Buddhist meeting adopted a message for President Wilson calling for friendship between Japan and the United States, based on liberty and justice and free of religious or racial prejudice. About three thousand Buddhists attended. M. Olbin urged war as the only path to a fundamental solution of the California land issue and urged national resolve to back authorities.

Tokio Smax Hansaweldl Templa Woodrow Wilson Japan United States M. Olsnn Progressive Party California

I Stoddard Johnston Dies At 86 In Clayton Missouri

I Stoddard Johnston former associate editor of the Louisville Courier Journal died late tonight at his son Harris H Johnston home in Clayton Missouri cause of death given as hardening of the arteries Johnston was Democratic nominee for Kentucky governor in 1813, served as adjutant general 1871 to 1875 and secretary of state 1875 to 1879 and long time Democratic state party chairman.

P—S. Stoddard Johnston Louisville Courier-Journal Harris H. Johnston Clayton Leath Johniton Kentucky

Governor Slaton Credits Sunday School for Work

Governor John M. Slaton told about 750 members of Second Baptist Church Sunday school that twenty seven years of teaching and Bible study shaped his approach to governance. He recalled starting at 19 and said early lessons guided his reflection on problems facing the state. The event featured three classes advanced to higher grades and recitations marking the program.

Second Baptist Church John M. Slaton Slaton

Dinner Dance Friday Night Opens Driving Club Season

At the Piedmont Driving Club executive board meeting it was decided that the opening entertainment of the season will be a dinner dance on Friday night. The event will showcase new additions to the clubhouse and promise a brilliant, all inclusive evening.

Piedmont Driving Club Olger

Tea for Mrs Sharpe Celebrated by Pioneer Women

Mrs G A Howell hosted a Saturday tea at her daughter Mrs B D McCarley's West End home for the Pioneer Women's Society in honor of Mrs George Sharpe's 100th birthday. About 100 guests attended, with President Mrs Joseph Morgan presiding. Floral decorations featured dahlias in yellow white and pink with lace and silver accents. Refreshments and a birthday cake were served. Attire included black Chantilly lace, black and white charmeuse, pink voile, and blue marquisette. Several hostesses assisted including Mrs Arthur Howell and Mrs George Adair.

Howell G. A. Howell B.D. McCarley West End Pioneer Women's Society Atlanta Morgan BicGarley McWhorter Milner W. S. Foster Arthur Howell George Adair Fred Hoseberg Robert Gregg

Smith Fleetwood Thomasville bride weds quietly at home

Miss Heulah Mac Smith and Mr. Qliton Fleetwood of this city were married today at the bride’s parents home. Rev. W M Harris officiated at the Baptist church ceremony with close relatives present. They left for Atlanta and Norfolk before returning to Chats home in Thomasville. The bride is the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J E Smith. groom works in The Times Enterprise business department.

Thomasville Uctoner Heulah Mac Smith Qliton Fleetwood J. ¥. Smith W. M. Harris Fleetwood

Miner Freed After Eight Days Entombment Worships In Church

Thomas Toshesky, the miner liberated after eight days trapped at the Continental mine, attended Mount Carmel Church. A large crowd gathered, police cleared space for handshakes, and Toshesky planned to resume work soon, though mine officials expect a several day rest.

Centralia Thomas Toshesky Mount Carmel Tutheran Toshesky

Four Military Camps for College Students

Washington reports the War department will run four student army camps next summer, expanding on the two held previously at Gettysburg and Monterey. Locations are still to be chosen, but will be accessible to colleges. About 2,500 attended last year. 2,000 to 3,000 are projected next year. President Wilson and Major General Wood back the program as a critical military asset. Open to men 18+ in college or a high school graduating class.

Washington Getburg Monterey Cal War Department New York Lake Champlain Central States Virginia Mountains Pacific Coast Gettysburg HO. van Hosn Army General Staff Wilson Garrison Wood van Horn United States

Memorial to Roddenbery Proposed Fountain Monument

Memorial service held for late Congressman A Roddenbery by Thomasville Georgia Women’s Christian Temperance Union. They plan a drinking fountain monument on a main street, with committees set to raise funds and oversee erection.

Roddenbery Thomasville Women's Christian Temperance Union Gongresamgn A. Roddenbery

Bankers Gather for Boston Meeting

Boston hosts the American Bankers Association thirty ninth annual convention beginning tomorrow as 18000 banks send representatives. A currency reform report by A Barton Hepburn will be presented to delegates who will discuss findings and state opinions on the proposed legislation. Nearly 3000 bankers are expected with sessions across committees and sections including trust banks savings and clearing hours.

Boston American Bankers’ Association Currency Commission of the Association A. Barton Hepburn New York Ixamid Atlanta James J. Ti St. Paul William Pollien Carl Myer Chicago Sol Wexler New Orleans Ralph van Vechten George HB. Vincent University of Minnesota

New Haven Rail Deficit Tied to Higher Costs And Accidents

The New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad posted a deficit of 4 127 632 for the year ended June 30 191d with earnings down due to rising operating costs and major safety investments. President Elliott cites Westport 1912 Stamford 1913 and North Haven 1913 accidents plus investigations as factors and notes dividends cut from 8 to 7 1/2 percent amid broader industry price pressures.

New York New York, New Haven and Hartford Howard Miliott Eliett Oscal Lyear Blick Sys Westport Conn Stamford

Weather Dominates Cotton Market Outlook in New Orleans

Weather remains the key driver for cotton prices as Texas floods affect supply. Clear or cold spells could push prices down, while continued rains in Texas threaten the seasonal yield. Traders eye Texas closely, with estimates fluctuating around 13.5 million bales and potential shifts if weather improves or worsens.

New Orleans Texas

Turpentine and Rosin Firm During the Week in Savannah

Turpentine for the week closed firm at 39 to 89 1/2 cents, with sales 2,001 and receipts 3,866. Stocks rose to 26,465 from 27,604 a year ago, up 600 percent during the week. Rosin also firm, with stocks 160,346 versus 101,020 last year, receipts 12,033, shipments 15,846, and a weekly stock decrease of 3,797.

Savannah

Farewell Services Held for Rev J M Long in Cartersville

A special farewell service was held at the First Baptist Church in Cartersville to honor Rev J M Long who has resigned to take a position at Baptist Hospital in Atlanta. He served the church eighteen months with broad support from all denominations. A successor had not yet been chosen.

Cartersville Bartist J. M. Long Baptist Hospital Atlanta

Centennial observed at Antioch Church in Athens Ga

In Athens Georgia on October 6 a centennial celebration at Antioch Church, Stephens in Oglethorpe County, drew more than two thousand attendees. Dr. B C Gray of Atlanta preached the sermon, with an afternoon address by Rev. W M Colle, longtime pastor. Rev J D Mell presided, linking church and state figures.

Athens Antioch Church Stephens Oglethorpe County Institut Fon B. C. Gray Atlanta W. M. Colle J. D. Mell

Special Cars Bring Agnes Scott Girls to Hear Dr Ogden

Dr Dunbar Ogden preached a sermon on personal influence to Atlanta students at Central Presbyterian Church Sunday night. Several hundred youths attended, including 120 Agnes Scott girls from Decatur, who arrived in two special cars and left for home after the service.

Agnes Scott DR. Ogden Atlanta Aynes Scott Dunbar Ogden Central Presbyterian Church Dr. Ogde Decatur Tech Medical

Ordained Pastor Follows Ancestral Calling

A records fragment shows a man embracing his father’s church heritage, accepting a providential vocation and being ordained to lead the pastors his father once served, continuing a family ministry across generations.

Eatonton Woman Gored to Death by Angry Cow

Miss Sallie Arnold of Eatonton Georgia was killed when a cow with a calf gored her as she walked near a neighbor’s home. A dairyman who owned nearby cattle had released the herd to graze. Her brother John Arnold was injured trying to aid her.

Eatonton Sallie Arnold Miss Arnold John Arnold Mile Arsnold

Greensboro teachers institute opens under state supervisor

On Wednesday October 23 at the Greensboro courthouse a teachers institute will open under State Supervisor M. L. Dugg Ban. All white teachers of Greene county public schools for the new school year must attend. On Friday the 31st the boys corn club exhibit closes the institute.

Greengpora Veronera Greensboro M. L. Dugg Ban Greene County Boys’ Corn Club

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