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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1908

Page

5

Georgia School Books and Open Sessions Push

The Georgia public school book row pits State School Commissioner Pound against E H McMichael and publishers Maynard Merrill and Co. The writer urges open sessions for adoptions, warns of publishing interests, and hints at forthcoming disclosures as politics and profits collide in schoolbook policy.

Georgia Ike E. H. McMichael Merion County House Pound Maynard, Merrill & Company C. EL Merrill Company United States Senate Old Georgia M. Pound Stowers of Georgia Georgia School Book Commission Courty School” Commissioners E. A. McMichael Marion Maynard, Merrifl & Co C. EB. Merri Company J. M. Pound MiNedgeville L. B. Robeson Marella E.W Chilas Cuthbert Lawton B. Evans Augusta Albion Hotel Jere M.pould R. B. Daniel Ginn & Co The Georgia Educational Association Robeson Association Schooi Mark Johnston Altnteresta Bool Commission House of Senate Georgia Schoolbook Commission Starcely P. BE. Dupfey Jonesboro

Memminger's Atlanta Visit Praised by Congregants

Rev William W Memminger preached at All Saints Balxcopal church in August while Rector Farland was away He returned to Charleston as Old St Pauls rector The Atlanta stay drew large congregations and many friends noting his eloquence and ability He left Atlanta with warm welcomes from numerous admirers

All Sainte’ Caureh Charleston W. W. Memminger All Saints’ Balxcopal Church Farland Sharleaton Old St. Paul's Church Bia All’ Sainte Atlanta Memminger Saturn

Wedding Silver For All Your Treasure Needs

A promotional notice extols a silver chest as a cherished family heirloom showcasing dignity and beauty. It invites buyers to compare quality and price, claiming superior variety and style, and assures satisfaction by suggesting they look elsewhere.

Peach Growers Meet in Atlanta to Boost Profits

Georgia peach growers prepare for a September 10 meeting in Atlanta to plan better distribution and prevent market congestion. The call, echoed by The Constitution, aims to unite growers from across the state under experienced leadership to double earnings and stabilize the crop’s market. Smith D. Pickett of Albany endorses a manager guided railroad handling and warns against continuing old, failed methods.

Georgia Atlanta Mr. Pickett Smith Pickett Albany Edstor Constitution Growara Southern Railway Smith D. Pickett

Governor Comer Reflects on Birmingham District Turmoil

The Special Governor B. OB Comer, visiting offices for several days, praised an end to the turmoil while warning against further unrest. He said many problems remain to be solved and that there are ongoing calls to address issues promptly.

Monnomery B. OB. Comer Beths Birningham

Good Government League Mass Meeting At The Grand

The Good Government League holds a 3:30 pm mass meeting at the Grand with Ex-Governor William J Northen presiding. Speakers include Judge W A Covington Hon Hooper Alexander and others on the topic of good government. Invitations extend to Atlanta business leaders to attend and observe a brief program not exceeding one hour.

Jadie W. A. Covington Hon. Wouper Alexander League Good Government League Grand William J. Northen W. A. Covington del Goit Hooper Alexander DeKalb County M. Inman W. S. Witham BR. J. Guinn H. ¥. McCord Jonas Owens George M. Traylor John 3. Eagan M. R. Emmons Joan N. McEachern C. I Branan Charles H. Kelley FB. P. Burns B.C. Callaway M.A. Hale G. ¥. Pierce Crimea Auanta Atlanta Good Citizena

Firemen Receive Check From Joseph H Hirsch

Joseph H Hirach, president of Empire Printing and Box Company, presented a 996 check to the Firemen Relief Association for services on September 1. The company narrowly escaped destruction from a blaze, and the relief association accepted the donation with thanks.

Relief Association Fio Joseph H. Hirach Empire, Printing and Box Company Firemon’s Relief Association Lin Printing and Box Company Firemen's Relief Association

State Campaign Unveils District Committees for Georgia

At a New Kim Bell meeting, Georgia's Democratic Executive Committee names district campaign panels, appoints chairs from state at large, and plans coordinated state and national efforts led by Chairman Hewlett A. Tiall and Clark Howell. Headquarters eyed in Atlanta with a late October election.

Airmen Ball Democratic Executive Committee Heed New Kimbell Hewlett A. Tiall Madana Hall Clark Howell Georgia State Committee Atlanta F. J. Paxon Fulton Flist Distriet 3. K. Miller Bulloch J. Randolph Anderson Chatham E. J. Brinson Burke Donald Fraser Liverty J. H. Corbett Toombs W. W. Banks Tit L J. Hofmayer Dougherty J. B. Hutcheson Turner J. 3. Wright Bremen D. D. Bateman Clay Ww. B. Steed Taslot G. R. Elis Sumter J. 4. Howard Pulasti J. K. Hayes Macon W. C. Hamilton Crisn J. A. Thrash Meriwether R. E. Dismuke Muscogee H. McLaughin Harris A. P. Persons Talbot P. A. Simmons Troup Mike Riley Ernest Camp Walton S. H. Brantley Campbell Jor James Douglas O. Emmet Barnes Bibb W. C. Powers Butts John T. Allen Baldwin G. R_ Hutchins Polk W. C. Bunn Poll Cr. King Murray H. PB. Melchieham Floyd G. H. Autrey Bartow J. M. Smith Oglethorpe M. Fitzpatrick Wilkes H. H. Price Oconee J. C. Willams Greene John Bastwick Morgan B. F. Carr Banks Perry Gwinnett L. C. Russell Jackson R. HE. A. Hamby Rabun S. Hardy Louis Brooks Richmond D. P. Ramsey Twiggs John O'Keefe

Gilmer County Contest Postponed by State Committee

The state democratic executive committee postponed action on the Gilmer county contest awaiting more time. Both Magi meetings produced rival executive committees, a subcommittee was appointed, and it was not ready to report. The panel adopted a resolution granting ten days to prepare a report for Chairman Hall to circulate to the state committee. A mail vote will decide the subcommittee's report.

Democratic Gilmer County Fulton County Hall State Committee

Insurance companies to receive permits after delay

The American Assurance Association of Atlanta with secretary S H Beam and the Bru tual Benefit Life Insurance Application of Savannah with W T McCoy as Atlanta representative will seek permits from the state. Their statements were filed late due to attorneys overlooking the filing date, delaying the permits briefly. Representatives have arranged the matter to the satisfaction of all concerned and permits will be issued at once.

American Assurance Association Atlanta S. H. Beam Brutual Benefit Life Insurance Saventah W. T. McCoy Él Concbroed

Prison stockade praised for new Pratt mine camp

Physician Inspector Burns of the state convict board hails a new stockade planned for the Tentersea company's Pratt mine camp as one of the best and most comfortable prison houses in the country, noting its fit for both men and women despite costs.

Montgomery Aia Burns State Convict Board Tentersea Company Pratt Vest

Buster Miller Shot by Guard in County Convict Camp

A Fulton county convict known as Buster Miller was wounded after threatening guards with a rock. A guard shot him in the face as he resisted work, injuring him lightly and ending the mutiny. He was taken to the hospital and said he would work hard to make up for the initial trouble.

Buster Villier Fulton County Hospita Buster Diamond Dick Tie

A Simple Pepper Sneeze For Faintness Relief

A medical note explains faintness can be triggered by nasal irritation causing a brain blood surge. Sneezing induced by pepper or tobacco snuff may promptly restore circulation when smelling salts are unavailable.

New Schedules In Effect On Southern And Atlanta West Point RRs

New schedules go into effect tonight for Southern and Atlanta and West Point railroads. Train No 38 from New Orleans will depart at 11 am and connect with a game number from New Orleans arriving 10:45. Other trains shift earlier to cut NY bound times by up to four hours. Train No 37 and No 40 changes alter arrivals and connections, with quicker runs to Washington and Atlanta and adjusted terminals.

Southern Atlanta West Point W. H. Tayloe Washington J. P. Billups New York New Orleans Fort Valley Columbus Bacon York West Point Road Terminal Capital

Michael Hayman Stricken In Chicago Stroke Case

Michael Hayman of New Orleans is reported stricken by a paralytic stroke two weeks ago. He is known for charitable work in the United States and Europe and was brought to Michael Reese Hospital from the south for treatment with no sign of improvement.

Michael Hayman Chicago New Orleans Europe Michael Reese

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Duffey McMichael Nevel MR. Memminger Maier Berkele Newspaper Radhive Frank M. Coker Bnains COD Government League Joseph H. Hirsch Frank E. Block CO Congressional Committees Gilmer Sy Mall E.G. Griffin Gate City Buster Miller Eiseman Bros Tomorroo's Whitehall
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