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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1914
Page
9
About ten representatives from the twelve Federal Reserve banks will attend a two day meeting in Washington with the Federal Reserve Board to set timing for opening the twelve banks. The banks may commence operations within thirty days if feasible.
An old advertisement laments constipation as a penalty of age and promotes Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a gentle, effective laxative. It denounces stronger purgatives as violent and urges readers to obtain a free trial bottle from Caldwell’s Medicine Co. at Washington Street, Montreal.
A long wave of Belgian refugees floods into the Netherlands after Antwerp falls, with Esschen swelling to four times its size. Trains carry fleeing families on improvised conveyances as Dutch locals and soldiers aid the weary, while Britain and France consider how to absorb millions more.
Leaden October 19 report says German force threatening the northern French coast halted for now. Germans reported heavy losses and munition shortages though preparations for a major strike remain, with aims toward Dunkirk Calais and Boulogne. Allied forces held at Lille and near Hazebrouck as weather worsens.
The state railroad commission granted petitions from Georgia Southern and Florida Railroad and Hawkinsville and Florida Southern Railroad to discontinue certain trains. Georgia Southern will end Nos 32 and 34 between Tifton and Valdosta, while Hawkinsville road will drop passenger coach service on Nos Road 4 between Astburn and Hawkinsville due to lack of business.
Forty eight more wounded Mexicans from Nato Sonora arrived at the temporary hospital across the border, raising total patients to ninety four. Officials say hostile Mexicans attacked the garrison from the American side. The United States permits the Carranza government to maintain officials at Agua Prieta, while word circulates of Huerta concessions revocation and a forthcoming Blaz proclamation.
London October 19 The death of the Very Rev Monsignor Robert Hugh Benson was announced today Born in 1871 he was the son of Archbishop Benson He served as a priest in the Catholic Archdiocese of Westminster and in 1911 was appointed private chamberlain to His Holiness Plus
An early 20th century advertisement touts Zemo as a cure for pimples, blackheads, and other skin troubles including eczema and dandruff. It claims thousands benfited and offers a free trial bottle by sending address and postage to a St. Louis laboratory, with drugsists nationwide selling and guaranteeing Zemo.
Mrs Sam Freeman of Gloster dies at 33, funeral at Midway Church led by Rev P Ewing. Anna Schwam, 39, dies at Jennings Street residence. survived by son Walter and sister. body at Greenberg 4 Bonds chapel. J R George, 33, dies at private laver. to Covington for interment. lived on Seaboard Avenue. H C Knowles, Columbus, age 61, dies after illness at Talhotton home. Dismas Philips, Lindale, age 21, dies. funeral held. Fannie Mullins, 28, dies at home on East Street. survived by Toward and Joseph Pow. Victor Bradford, 14 months, dies. funeral at Pooles chapel. S G O'Neal Jr, 29, dies at Oakwood residence. survived by wife, father, sister.
Philadelphia October 19 An annual meeting at the National Taim school near Doylestown heard Dr Joseph Braushop urge plans to quickly send thousands of immigrants back to the sail to prevent congestion in eastern tenement districts. Dr Kraus Krawskopf warned that immigration could overwhelm the nation as Jews flock from Europe once the war ends.
Jefferson City by October 1, a plea to Governor Be about a financial crisis facing Missouri railways. B I Bush, president of the Missouri Pacific and spokesman for railheads, warned that freight and passenger rates on interstate business are so low they cannot cover costs. Officials urged the governor to press the next General Assembly and the Public Service Commission to act.
Boise October 19 A volatile resignation from the state treasurer followed political pressure. Governor Haines said the move stems from agitation and audit concerns, with Allen stepping down to aid the governor’s position. The governor noted the checks were halted as a precaution and would stand until the audit concludes.
President Wilson reiterated that the American government’s stance toward loans by Americans to belligerent nations in Europe has not changed. The policy, set forth by Secretary Bryan weeks ago, holds such loans are not in the spirit of true neutrality. Officials say a recent open government opinion and the president’s remarks were not a change in position.
Indians in northern Canada suffer harsh effects from the European war. The Dominion government plans relief to prevent widespread hunger as fur trade collapses disrupts winter supply lines and purchases.
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Paris reports a French gun yesterday destroyed fifteen German anti aircraft and rapid fire batteries. The German heavy works at Miblel were reported wiped out in the same action.
Paris reports from the Journal Des Debats and Temps describe low amputation rates among wounded in French hospitals. In a month at Vichy, 8000 treated. about 20 daily operations with only ten amputations, including minor finger losses. Advances in surgical technique, magnetic bullets extraction, and radiography improve outcomes, while tetanus prevention and oxygen therapies reduce deaths.
Salisbury England October 20. About 2000 Canadian recruits now with the Canadian contingent are camped on Salisbury Plain among detachments. Early campers amuse themselves in baseball and football while some wear New York Athletic emblem sweaters. The distant base and strict controls slow training, delaying expected demonstrations and possible command change under General Alterson.
Open session of the fifteenth annual convention of the United Textile Workers of America focused on a closed shop in the textile trades. Delegates from twenty five states attended, and speakers urged assistance from humane workers and protective measures. The convention will run through the week.
Petrograd reports Foreign Minister Sazonoff stating Russia will not break with England and rejects any premature settlement with Germany. He attacks the pro-German minority in Russia and warns against German influence aiming to sow allied discord.
New York October 19 Ernest G Dirah a Brooklyn architect received a telegram from Boston to report that a bow trainer confessed he shot Dietrich G son Emerson in Chicago last June. Emerson was found in a house show where he was manager. The trainer allegedly threw Dietrichs body into the line after killing him, with suspected jealousy the motive. The body was brought to Brooklyn for burial. Private detectives found a bullet wound in the neck.
London October 2031 Millicent Duchess of Sutherland, recently leading a Red Cross hospital at the front, married last week at Roehampton Percy Desmond Fitzgertin of the Eleventh Hussars. She returns to Red Cross work in France. she born to the Earl of Rover and was wed in 1884 to the Duke of Sutherland. Major Fitzgerald, born in 1st, served in South Africa and Ladysmith, decorated for distinguished service.
Preliminary proceedings in the court martial of a supposed American on espionage charges will begin at Wellington barracks today. The Daily War notes it is the first case in the present era of a spy being handed over to military authorities for trial in a public ritual court martial.
The St Paul Pioneer Frese notes missionaries worldwide bear heavier burdens as wartime financial strains endanger church support. It argues native populations face economic tension, complicating efforts to spread Christianity while Christians confront explaining the war’s horrors and advocating modernization amid crisis.
Washington reports that U S automobile exports reached a peak of 40 million dollars in the last fiscal year but fell in August due to the European war. September figures show 410 automobiles and motor trucks shipped versus 604 the year before. Canada remained the leading buyer of American autos.
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