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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1908
Page
12
A detailed draft outlines a Georgia peach growers association to regulate grading, packing, and shipping based on uniform standards. It envisions local offices in Atlanta, commissions, and a 10 percent deduction on shipments plus 5 percent for mis-sold lots, plus district canneries and market education to stabilize prices and markets nationally.
Gainesville September 9 Riverside Military academy at Gaines idle began its first session yesterday with rooms filled and boys registering from various states. Families moved to Gainesville to educate daughters at Brenan and sons at Rivergade. Mayor Rudolph delivered a strong address at the formal opening. Colonel Dean headed the board of trustees with Professors Pearce and De Breau among the associate presidents.
The letter urges hearty cooperation from gross sales growers to back a plan that could turn losses into profits. It argues four thousand cars at $1000 per car could yield $200,000, or at $750 per car about $150,000, with costs under $30,000, enabling a 25 percent dividend. It calls for subdistrict committees to solicit subscriptions and distribute remaining stock among growers, signed by HOC Bagley, Atlante, Ga., September 10, 1908.
Emperor William greeted Major General Leonard Wood in the field near Johann on the Saar this morning. The visit occurred on a hill overlooking the position held by the red army. The emperor was gracious and expressed hope Wood was given full opportunity to observe the maneuvers of both armies.
Captain Jamey Aronébald of Washington was accidentally shot in the eye while gunning partridges with Marquis de Mortimprey near Secract. Doctors removed the mass and hope to restore sight.
Judge Parker says he is not willing to run for governor of New York in the coming election and emphasizes his desire never again to hold public office. He notes his comments were misrepresented by headlines. The public is told to expect Steiner Emery's appearance tonight.
The Atlanta Federation of Trades adopted resolutions protesting the convict lease provision in a state bill. The document cites fears that convicts could be leased for free skilled labor and urges the legislature to reject any amendment enabling convict leasing. The federation pledges vigorous opposition to the measure.
Southern Railway service from Atlanta to New York leaves at 11 am and reaches New York at 12 30 pm eastern time. The article notes the train offers home like comforts and standard time punctuality.
Ex mayor Woodward is scheduled to address the public at Steiner Emery hall this evening with invitations extended to community members. The event aims to discuss local civic matters and heighten public engagement in municipal affairs.
Miss Menri ette Crosman proposed to Governor Napoleon B Byoward to stage a Florida city performance and donate all receipts to fund a Stephen C Foster statue. She aims to honor the Suwannee River composer, noting Kentucky already has a Foster statue.
J. G. Woodward will begin the mayoralty campaign with an address at Steiner-Emery hall this evening at eight o'clock. The event invites the public to attend.
Commerce groups in Little Rock allege proposed freight rate increases will seriously harm local commercial interests. They contend the rises, some over 50 percent, are discriminatory favoring St Louis, New Orleans, and other points while harming Houston and Texas rice mills. They filed the complaint with the Interstate Commerce Commission urging suspension as the Datng rice crop is being gathered.
Southern route timetable note shows Greatly Improved Schedule for daily trains starting Sunday September No 38. Service lists origins and arrivals including Charlotte Sailebury Greensboro Norfolk Washington and New York with solid runs to New York independent of Pennsylvania trains after Washington. Official signatures JAS Freeman JL Magi AG.
A shopper asserts insistence on K K K Flour, rejecting any substitute. The demand highlights brand loyalty and stock-keeping concerns in a local market setting. No other items or context provided.
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