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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1915
Page
7
Chattanooga reports the Dixie Highway tour left Nashville in a downpour and battled bottomless mud over the Cumberland Mountains. Despite delays and mishaps, the group planned to reach Atlanta by Saturday night with early stops at LaFayette and Rome, aided by local escorts and a banquet in Chattanooga.
Dixie Highway tourists headed by RN Reed arrive in Atlanta tonight after a morning assembly in Dalton. Clark Howell and other Georgia directors plan to greet them at the Majestic Hotel and escort the party into Atlanta. A dinner at Taft Hall and an all Georgia program are set, with Oyster dinner and "echo" music arranged by local officials. The party will depart for Macon Sunday morning.
A man identified as Let Diar, a Negro, was found dead along the Western and Atlantic railroad tracks near Gilboun in the edge of the city this morning. It appears he was struck by a train, with injuries indicating a fatal collision.
Special Start Correspondent,Ved Rointosh reports from Chattanooga Tennessee on October 15. A Dixie Highway baggage truck driven by Jack Thomas of Indianapolis avoided a 60 foot fall when a Ford with a man and woman obstructed the road on Cumberland mountain. Thomas steered the truck over a 7 foot bank, dumping 1500 pounds of baggage to save the occupants. It took three teams all night to recover the truck, which then limped into Chattanooga under its own power.
Charleston faced a mass incident as gunfire erupted near a meeting building. Sheriff and J H Steenken reported no charges filed. Governor Manning ordered Washington Light Infantry and state guards to scene, patrolling helped by police and deputies. Dispensaries closed. second regiment held in readiness.
Jasper Georgia October 15 Special The Pickens County fair opened today with the largest exhibits ever seen here The entire courthouse is fired Every product produced in this county is on display and the mineral resources are also represented The display includes north Goong apples grown by Colonel FG Tate The different clubs canning and corn have fine displays The livestock paynes all expectations One thousand dollars is offered in prizes
Wireless dispatches from October 15 state a severe cholera outbreak in Kiel and Berlin are denied with claims of only three isolated cases in one family. Authorities say patients were isolated and no wider transmission expected. Infection traced to the eastern war theater.
Dalton Ga October 15 Special amendment filed to block Murray county courthouse tax seeks injunction delay. Judge A White says next hearing open to the public with updates. Allegations include improper rush to levy and possible circumvention of an injunction. If stretched five years, matter returns to voters.
Bainbridge Ga October 1 Special The Southwest Georgia fair closed tonight after four days The fair drew over 15000 attendees and judges praised every feature Exhibits from Decatur and surrounding counties showed high quality including a display of 100+ items grown on a Decatur county farm Livestock displays were strong with notable praise from livestock expert BP Mack Several prize animals will advance to Macon and Valdosta fairs
Columbus Ga October 11 Special The Harris County grand jury adjourned late this afternoon after failing to return true bills in the river murder case A warm presentment noted reluctance to testify led to their ending no bill and recommended the matter be referred to awaiting grand juries until the tragedy is finally cleared up
Calhounia reports special announcements from the Gordon County Fair association that Governor Nat Harris will address Confederate veterans next Thursday. Colonel Thomas Felder and Dr Eichelveezer will speak to the Women’s Christian Temperance Union on the same day, designated as Veteran and WCTU day. Livestock judging and horse racing are slated for Wednesday afternoon, with the fair expected to be a major event.
The Pike grand jury in Barnesville lauded Judge Who Searcy Jr for presiding over Pike Superior Court. They praised his charge, record, and qualifications, noting the elevation will provide a deterrent influence on crime and inspire law enforcement.
Pelham Ga October 15 Special Boll weevil meeting held at Camilla this morning was largely attended State Entomologist E Lee Worsham and other agricultural experts spoke on boll weevil diversification and live stock. The gathering in the courthouse was presided over by Judge A Bush. Some farmers remain skeptical while others prepare for next season.
The Gate City Gun Club holds its weekly shoot featuring ten ten bird events. Entrance is $2 per event with $1 added for each. Targets included. Prizes split four ways, 25 percent each to the top four shooters. The high scorer receives a trophy.
Sewanee meets Florida in Jacksonville on Saturday as southern power Auburn also looms. The Tigers aim to learn how they compare with Florida and other top teams after Auburn held the Gators to one touchdown last week, signaling a tight game ahead.
Transylvania College visits Georgia Tech for a 4 o clock kickoff amid uncertain conditions for Tech. Seven Tech players are injured while Transylvania shows a 176 pound average and a 20-0 victory over Mississippi A&M so far this season.
Auburn and Clemson meet in Anderson on Saturday to gauge how their elevens stack up against strong southern foes. Clemson has shown steady improvement this season while Auburn is not believed as strong as last year. Tigers expect a tough test as they face the Tigers.
In the Atlanta invitation golf tourney Miss Alexa Burling faces Mrs W C Hall this afternoon for the championship after both won semi finals Friday. Stirl ing defeated Mrs Sarah Tilt and Hall beat Mrs Raine to reach the final.
Players continue to qualify for the Ansley Park Golf Club title with remaining members to compete today. Entry lists are expected to be large as scratch play defines the first flight, with handicaps applied in other flights. Trophies await winners and runners up. rounds must be completed by October 30 with milestones on October 21 23 and 28 for match play.
Georgia and Citadel prepare for a hard fought game in Charleston with Citadel promising a strong defense and potential upset. Citadel held Georgia to a single touchdown in prior play while North Carolina managed only one TD against Citadel, suggesting a tougher test ahead for the Red and Black.
Lanier High School football, led by Professor Paul Rosser and Coach Boyid, travels to College Park Saturday to face Georgia Military Academy. Both teams match in weight and experience, following Lanier’s 12 to 6 season opener loss to Americus High, with GMA aiming to avenge past defeats and secure a win on the gridiron.
Columbia Oct 15 South Carolina cancels tomorrow's scheduled game with Mercer University in Columbia announced today.
This afternoon at 3 o clock the Morehouse Tigers meet Morris Brown in the first local intercollegiate battle of the 1915 season. The teams are evenly matched, with both squads returning old players and in top condition. The Pur ple and Black and the Maroon and Gray are eager for victory and expect a hard fought contest.
Virginia travels to Cambridge for a decisive eastern clash with Harvard. After defeating Yale 8 10 to 0, the Cavaliers aim to match the Bulldogs and keep the title hopes alive, though victory is not expected.
In Jacksonville Florida on October 5 the forty four state and service teams contended for rapid fire positions. The tie for second place was decided with Sergeant Schofield Massachusetts earning 100 of 160. Winners in the grand aggregate included Sergeant Mack Massachusetts 677 Corporal Lienhard Mass Marine Corps score 284 and Corporal Fenner U.S. Marine Corps score 272. Assistant Secretary of War Bredfridge will visit Sunday for the national matches starting next week.
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