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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1909
Page
9
A jumbled column riffs on Rockefeller Taft and money power. The piece notes Rockefeller time costs and mentions Tillman, Cannon, Taft, and Peary in a satirical take on politics, prosperity and constitutional rights. It wavers through endorsements, jokes, and a quip about the writ of habeas corpus amid era figures and public discourse.
Millionaire D Rockefeller funds a universal southern crusade against hookworm disease to boost labor and economic development. Georgia estimates 150000 affected. cure rests on thymol doses and laxatives, with soil hygiene and shoe use to prevent recurrence. Rockefeller’s board to collaborate with state health authorities for elimination.
The Constitution prints Mr Meek of Southern Railway defending its status and criticizing sleepiness in southern lines. It argues for proactive publicity in western newspapers and direct mail to reach prospective settlers, comparing practices with Great Western systems.
The Georgia Fruit Exchange opens its second year in November with stockholders in Atlanta electing officers and planning the season. I F Murph of Marshallville is favored to succeed President H C Bagley, supported by his large shipping operations with Murph Baldwin. The exchange, born from a prior bumper crop and price depression, has already earned profits for Georgia growers and seeks full attendance to continue its success.
Dr Len G Broughton of Baptist Tabernacle rejects a Brooklyn temple offer worth more than double his Atlanta salary and will remain in the city His decision announced to the church deacons last night pleases Atlantans and reflects his non denominational initiatives and ties to his congregation
The figure described as a truly constructive Atlantan urges public-spirited citizens to quickly subscribe funds, providing a permanent foundation for non-denominational work. He emphasizes broad appeal across diverse classes and resist the lure of broader fields or higher salaries, prioritizing local achievement.
A compilation from Douglasville and nearby papers blends dialect poems with local notes of prosperity. It includes humorous lines about a man rising through an airship folly, reflections on trouble and joy, and snippets on winter and summer longing. Also features local notices on crops, hospitality, and moral quips from regional editors.
Judge Hart, Georgia attorney general, held branch banks cannot be conducted under state law but agencies for established banks may exist. State Treasurer J P Brown absent at the Georgia fair. no treasury official commented. Governor Brown offered 100 reward for J G Hopkins, sought for killing in Thomasville years ago. Baldwin county school election canvass unsettled. Governor commissions needed for official proclamation. N H Bullard elected Baldwin county commissioner October 2, awaiting proclamation.
Officers and directors of the Southern Steel Company visit Chattanooga to inspect the Iron furnace that went into blast this week. They will tour the Rogers mines, Birmingham, and Gadsden with directors from London, New York, Chicago and Birmingham. Three London stockholders are the heaviest holders.
A October 29 fire razed the five story Rawlings Manufacturing Company building in St Louis, causing extensive damage. Loss estimated at $100,000. Fire brigade fought the blaze through the day, no injuries reported.
Avanta Ga October 27 1909 editor asks Constitution to publish two copies of The Southern Field for October from the Washington based Lang and Industrial Department. He states the publication promotes developing the new south and attracting immigrants and asks for favorable editorial comment.
A 40 foot scaffold collapsed at the state library yesterday around 4 pm striking Mrs. Maude Marker Cobb’s desk and chair, destroying them. No one was hurt though debris covered a patched wall area fifteen feet wide up to the ceiling. Cobb and her assistant escaped unharmed and hoped the wall cleaning would proceed soon.
Sir Edmund John Monson former British ambassador to France died in London today. Born in 1834, he served as private secretary to Lord Lyons from 1858 to 1862 when Lyons was British minister at Washington.
A Chamber of Commerce committee reports strong consent from property owners for a ten foot frontage contribution on both sides of Peachtree Street from Ellis to Forrest, enabling a twenty foot street widening. Meeting attendees include W Wimpy as chair and members Inman Crew and Farlinger. numerous owners named pledge portions ranging from 50 to 190 feet.
Wilson files a $5,000 suit in Superior Court against Councilman Charles L. Chosewood following his July assault acquittal. Wilson alleges permanent injury and ruined earning capacity from the incident at White City, plus $166 in medical bills.
Fitzgerald October 29 audience of Ben Hill's progressive farmers heard Hon T G Hudson state entomologist Worsham and University professor Nixon discuss black root and farm life improvement. They received strong applause and plan to speak in Abbeville tomorrow.
Mrs Eliza Battey Burke aged 70, mother of T A Bourke of Western Electric, died last night at 6 at 108 West Peachtree Street. Survived by daughter Mrs A F Coulter and son T A Burke. She was a slater to Robert Falligant of Savannah, Ga. Body to Patterson's for burial then to Athens for funeral and interment.
The Rivers Club of the Boys Club announces a Halloween party tonight at 8 o clock with refreshments. The Rivers Club named after Mr Rivers has a history of work and will hold its annual officers election. A prize for the best costume is offered and all are invited. Also noted is a 44 minute 30 second solo flight by German aviator Engehardt, pupil of Orville Wright, in Potsdam on October 29.
Delegates to the annual convention of the Association of College Alumnae gathered in Oxford, Ohio, for sessions. Miss Amy Turner of Clark University spoke on Educational Work in the Kentucky Mountains, while Mrs. Warren Boyd of Atlanta discussed College Women in the Home and Society. New officers include Emma Garrett Boyd as Vice President and Mary E. Lewis as Fourth Vice President, among others.
John D Rockefeller and a worm commission will be invited by the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce to the conference of state health officials and leaders of medical and commercial groups in Atlanta at the Auditorium Armory. The date is to be set for January or February next year.
Mercer law students plan to invite President Taft to address them on the Macon campus during his visit on November 11. He will breakfast near Congressman Bartlett’s home, just yards from Mercer. A morning football game with the University of Chattanooga is scheduled, pending his appearance.
Fitzgerald Ga October 29 A special notice reports early mayoral contenders including A B Cook vice president Third National Bank and T W Paulk justice of the peace both confirming candidacy while T B Turner and others may refrain. No other mayoral entrants are named yet. Five council members a full board of education a city treasurer will join the ticket with expected party contests.
Arrangements are underway in Dublin to establish a large fertilizer factory in Ida county. The plant is expected to cost over $50,000 with a target to begin operations by next March. Izzie Bashinale is among the organizers and may become general manager. The facility will be located between here and Atlanta near the city light and water plant, utilizing the city's electric power.
Huntaville Alabama October 23 Deputy Sheriff Erle Miller was shot and fatally wounded while attempting an arrest. The assailant named James Webster a cotton mill operative fled on foot. Sheriff Mitchell posted a $50 reward for Webster's arrest.
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