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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1915
Page
2
Waycross Ga October 3 Special With returns from one precinct incomplete the woman's suffrage and other charter amendments failed to pass by the people. The suffrage section trailed behind and, with about a hundred votes yet to be heard, was defeated by roughly one hundred votes.
Cedartown Georgia October 9 Special Dispatch Dempsey a contractor of this city was found dead in his workshop this afternoon A pistol was found with a hole in his head He is believed to have committed death by his own action When found he had probably been dead five or six hours The cause for the act is known Fifty years ago tea was too dead to be an ordinary beverage in the average household.
DeKalb County One Day fair in Decatur on November 1 will feature more than 100 floats detailing county agriculture and industry from small wheelbarrow entries to large six mule wagons. The parade includes farm displays, dairy activity, granite industry showcases, livestock, and a basket dinner on the courthouse square with extensive civic involvement.
Advertisement warns against calomel mercury and claims Dodson's Liver Tone provides a gentle, plant based liver cleanse. It asserts better results, no poisoning, and a morning boost in energy, with a money back guarantee. It targets general readers seeking safer tonics and promotes pediatric use.
Mrs James Key shoots W I Strickland after a confrontation at Key s home over custody of children. Key says his wife left for Atlanta with their kids and was accompanied by two Strickland brothers who tried to take the children. Strickland was killed, and Key surrendered to Sheriff McCurdy with Constable Livsey present. Body moved to Johnson s chapel. no inquest planned.
The Second Baptist Church in Atlanta will host Rev John Roach Straton a nationally known preacher writer and lecturer to speak on present day subjects illustrated by the scriptures. Straton a former Georgian and Mercer University graduate has long been active in the prohibition movement and is expected to attract large congregations.
A health claim urges readers to avoid excess meat if back pain or bladder discomfort appears. It recommends Jad Salts, four ounces in water before breakfast for a few days, to cleanse and stimulate aged kidneys and reduce bladder irritation. The preparation is described as a life saver for meat eaters and a pleasant lithia water drink.
James G Crag, a traveling engineer linked to the Panama Canal and Panama Railroad, was asked by the American Defense Society to organize an Atlanta branch. He will meet with city leaders to form the group, which aims to publicize and coordinate national defense efforts, addressing naval and army shortages, coast defenses, and the need for aviation and reserves. The article notes a general call for stronger defenses and better preparedness amid ongoing European conflict.
United States officers and railroad detectives pursue the bandits who robbed Baltimore and Ohio passenger train No 1 at Central Station Wheeling. A large force is being directed toward Sistersville and Sistersville, with forests scoured for hidden robbers. Authorities say the money involved remains undetermined, with unsigned national bond notes valued at 65 900.
The National Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Ancient York Masons selects Louisville Kentucky as next convention city after a successful triennial session in the city. R J Simmons of Atlanta earns praise for foreign correspondence work and service as national grand secretary.
Jerome Jones editor of The Journal of Labor travels to Waycross to deliver the chief address at an afternoon meeting. The talk is set to inaugurate a labor forward movement among local trades as he connects with leaders nationwide amid strong interest from the working classes of the state.
Thomasville and surrounding areas face first cool spell with frost risk tonight. Truck drivers and early fall gardeners brace for possible damage as wind shifts raise concerns. local notes from Forsyth and Stuart Barnes report conditions and warnings.
Citizens urge vote for Mr. Sisson citing character trust and proven city affairs experience. They insist the Fifth ward needs a man of good morals and steady action for progress, calling on Atlantans to support him to ensure right leadership.
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