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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1914
Page
9
John Stephos, chef at the Postoffice cafe, was burned when an oven door exploded in the kitchen. He fell and suffered burns to the head and shoulders as rescuers responded.
An arid climate claim states salts from grapes and lemon with bicarbonate relieve kidney and bladder irritation. Aimed at reducing uric acid and painful urination, the effervescent drink is touted as inexpensive and safe for family use.
The Albany session drew a record Georgia Federation of Women’s Clubs audience with Henry Tarver welcoming delegates. Speakers included Rosa Woodberry and Mrs Fitzpatrick, praising cooperative effort across cotton states and federated club aims to expand home life into schools and communities.
A Georgia woman known for her handmade cotton attire will deliver the leading address at the Albany convention’s cotton session. Her outfit features woven cotton sashes and a lace pattern reminiscent of Quaker styles, reflecting regional textile crafts and tradition.
A Georgia federation speaker defends woman’s work and aims to teach bread making and enterprise. She outlines a six week effort showing the cotton industry from seed to finished goods and highlights club efforts in public health and child labor legislation.
An advertisement extols Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal digestant. It claims one tablet digests 4000 times its weight in food and urges readers to request a free trial sample by mailing to Stuart Co in Marshall, Alabama.
Delegates from over three hundred federated clubs gather for a Georgia federation convention. The event highlights education progress at the Tallulah Falls Industrial School and student aid funds. Mrs Fitzpatrick notes 129667.14 distributed for educational and social betterment statewide. About two thousand people attend the opening session and reception hosted by Albany Woman's Club president Mrs N C Holt.
A sequence of short death notices lists Mrs. R Carroll of Lithonia aged 46, widow of R E Carroll, with funeral at home conducted by Rev Marvin Williams. Other obituaries include Mrs aura Smith of Louisville aged 81, Mrs Mary A Strickland of Ingleside, Ga, Mrs M Alice Roberts of Columbus aged 64, and multiple small notices for Rosa Groover, Sara Powell, Miss Janie Carraway.
London reports from Shahaly Servia describe severe destruction in Servian town Shabats on the Save forty miles west of Belgrade. Two hundred fifty buildings destroyed by bombardment followed by fire and an earthquake. Many locals killed or buried by Austrians. town deserted except for sentries. Serbs mined Austrian monitor on Thursday.
A Rotterdam dispatch to The Evening News says General van Beseler, famed for Antwerp victory, died by his own hand in Bruges. He reportedly shot himself in his room on Thursday, ending his years as a leading military figure.
Major General Sam Hughes, Canadian minister of defence, is said to be at the battle front in France after a night in England with the expeditionary forces. He plans to visit the entire line in Belgium and France before sailing to New York next week.
Washington October 27 reports that the New York area grand jury is nearing a court report on criminal aspects of the New Haven case. The panel has convened for several weeks and is at an advanced stage awaiting action.
Norfolk residents fear disaster after heavy fruit washes ashore along the gl ginle coast. Large quantities of apples and grapefruit seen in Lynnhaven inlet area with water strewn with fruit as mariners warn of possible catastrophe.
A teacher asks primary class to name the most wonderful man made thing. A little girl answers solemnly that a living for his family is the greatest achievement. The dialogue reflects themes of hardship and provision in family life.
London dispatch reports from near Rheims that German lines along the Aisne valley are being fortified for winter. Heavy Austrian artillery near Eborru near Rheims accompanies a strong German infantry line and continuous trench fighting. Prisoners describe hunger, though French observers doubt the claims as artillery duels continue with the Allies holding an advantage.
The Rose Garden restaurant, in the Hotel Winecoff, opened with crowds from 6 to midnight. Mayor J F Letton oversaw construction beneath the office floor with Frank Ragnolus. The decor blends artificial and natural elements, an orchestra led by W W Hubner, and Mrs Frank Pearson singing. hours run from 11 am to midnight with imported chefs and modern service.
Clerks in the office of the collector estimate Georgia will pay about 436000 war tax to the federal treasury by January 1 as the state’s share of the war assessment. A 100 dollar per barrel beer tax becomes elective. beer stamps have been sold. Levies apply to pool tables bowling alleys bankers brokers pawnbrokers theater proprietors circus managers commission merchants tobacco dealers and manufacturers but tax begins November 1. Documentary stamps will cover bonds notes express and freight packages telegraph messages and other items. Atlanta is expected to pay about 70000 or one fifth of the state tax.
Two escaped convicts named John Stacy and John Crawford fled down Joliet's main street pursued by about twenty guards who fired shotguns as pedestrians hid in doorways. The pair were captured after a tense pursuit through the town.
News from New Orleans reports the death of Judge Evington F E D Saunders long dean of Tulane Law School and former partner of Chief Justice White. Saunders served as a U S district judge here for three years before resigning in 1916.
Secretary William J. Bryan spoke in St Paul urging voters to back Democratic candidates for state and federal offices. He particularly endorsed W. S. Hammond for governor, praised President Wilsons work, and voiced optimism about business and financial conditions.
Wilson of Charleston was elected resident and P. W. Sehlsehkas of Columbia secretary treasurer of the South Carolina State Federation of Yaber at the annual convention. Charleston was chosen for the next gathering.
Brooks County Industrial Club executive committee announces resolutions urging Belgian Belgian refugee farmers for Georgia. A committee of not less than forty from different parts of Georgia to be named, with a meeting set in Atlanta on November 34 to plan the migration effort. Reported by special from Quitman and Columbus.
South Mansfield Louisiana October 27 Oliver Awe or Oliver, who escaped two Wyoming Deputy U.S. marshals by leaping from a moving train, was captured today in a trement engine tender and buried under coal. He was sought for hijacking a Louisville and Nashville passenger train and a transfer agent was paid $20.20 in the incident. He had twice escaped Mississippi jails.
A fragmented note recalls a small town son moving to the city seeking a purpose, with a remark about his father’s view of a two acre potato patch being too busy for him. The exchange hints at family tension and changing work life.
Review notes strong demand as Forsyth offers a premium bill with variety from readings to comedy and music. The headline feature A Telephone Tango is praised as a standout act amid a week of top entertainment drawing crowds with royal flair and a blend of performances.
Annette Kellermann The Diving Venus draws crowds as a strong attraction at the Grant week in Atlanta. The prior summer engagements had nine days with four performances daily, and the current run aims for seven performances daily. Despite heavy business, the troupe urges attendance and insists the engagement cannot be extended.
A five mile tunnel through the Tura mountains from Morutiers France to Grenchen Switzerland was pierced today after three years of work. The tunnel will shorten railway communication between Paris and Berne and Paris and Milan. Cost about 5 million dollars.
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