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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1909
Page
6
A papier made Mercury steering wheel emblem is introduced for auto shows and races this fall. The design, in ivory purple green and gold, features a bas relief flair and is endorsed by the Atlanta Automobile Association, drawing favorable notes from local merchants.
A husband shot his wife as she lay in bed and then killed himself with a broom handle after a divorce dispute. The Hawkins couple lived in Hawtin. the woman died instantly while the man fled but was later found dead. Four children are left behind.
S C Dobbs, Coca Cola executive and newly elected president of the Associated Ad Clubs of America, returned to Atlanta after a convention in Louisville. He visited St Louis Chicago Indianapolis Cincinnati Louisville and Louisville again, delivering addresses, meeting publishers and retailers, and preparing speeches for the La Salle hotel opening. He praised strong national business conditions and optimism among executives.
The Auto Week fund has reached 1313 000 with further committees expected to add about 4000 to reach 15000. Subscriptions listed include Georgia Railway and Elec Company 1090 09 Mayor Maddox 100 40 and many local businesses, with a committee on garages appointed to organize further drives.
The eastern city canvass led by Mel Ro Wilkinson and committee chairs reports progress on funding and outreach. Separate plans include space expansion for the National Automobile Show in Atlanta and varied committees addressing garages music buttons barber shops and other small business sectors. A notable performance at the Orpheum features Princess Rajahdi with strong audience reception and a medical intervention avoids danger during a snake-bite incident.
The Substitute with Max Figman played to small crowds in matinee and night shows at the Grand. Figman gave a delightful, refreshing performance and the supporting company was capable. The audience shortfall was noted as unfortunate. Tonight and Saturday feature The Land of Noa, a prior hit returning to the Grand with strong demand and renewed interest.
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