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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1909

Page

5

Dr Cook departs on Danish steamer for United States

On the yacht Malchior the explorer Dr Cook bids farewell amid Danish celebrations on his homeward journey to Christiansand. Aboard the Oscar II the return voyage to New York is planned with officials lauding his work under the Danish flag. The harbor crowd flowers and cheers as he signals farewell, with further notes on Peary and Roosevelt schedules extending coverage of Arctic explorations and naval parades.

Geographical Society University of Copenhagen Explorer Malchior Christiansand United States Christianssand Oscar IV Amiral Deckfehrlen Dr Cook Denmark Ros Cook Hotien Jienmark Peary Cook Tentovo Gverdrip Fern Miss Fan Cold Dr Capk Roald Amundaen Clarence McIlvaine New York Took Krisdana Perths Sydney Rocrevelt Commander Peary Herbert Bridgman Peary Arctic Club Bridgman Joan Keht James Ross Dominian Con Company Hia Sheila Roosevelt Battle Harbor Aydney

Magazines urge Peary to name his own price

Mr Bridgman reports many telegrams offering Commander Peary large sums for magazine articles books and lectures. A magazine urges Peary to set his own price as Secretary Gillart and Governor arrange for Peary to give a major lecture before the National Geographic Society in Washington. The Peary Club seeks a starter position for Star of Roosevelt in the centennial North Pole parade.

Byrnes Bridgman Peary T Qne Wanleres Gillart Ho Gronvenor

Seaboard Line Reorganization Plan Outlined in City Meeting

In New York on September 10 the Seaboard Air Line Railway Company’s reorganization plan was declared operative by the reorganization committee. The deadline for deposit bonds under the plan was extended from September 4 to October 1.

Seaboard New York Seaboardir Line Railway Company

Pearys North Pole recital drew Paris critique and praise

Paris newspapers review Commander Pearys recounting of his polar expedition noting tense criticism of his portrayal of Dr Cook. The Temps and Figaro question credibility, highlight diary gaps after March 15, and discuss public fascination with the Cook Peary controversy. The illustrated page labels Dr Cook Hero or Imposter and notes Dr Cook declined to allow a diary page reproduction.

Paris Commander Pearys North Pole Pearys Dr. Cook Pears Peary Bartlett Pole Cook Figaro Gavante Dr Cook Thelustration Dr Cooks

Story of Peary Not Protected

In New York on September 10 Judge Hand ruled in the United States circuit court that The New York Times had no guaranteed copyright on Commander Robert E Pearys account of his North Pole discovery, dissolving a temporary injunction against The Sun and The New York World. The Times had argued for exclusive printing rights and sought to block a London Times verbatim version. the court reviewed Pearys contract noting a $4000 loan to be repaid from syndicate proceeds if the discovery was not completed.

New York Hand United States Circuit Court Robert F Pearys North Pole New York Han New York World New York Times Times Sun and the World Pny Pearys The Hun World London London Times Explorer Timag Syndicate Paris Ansiowrniy VY Wo Harriman Harriman United States American Securities Joseph Wood Pennsylvania Otto Kahn George T Baker F H Gary Gary Wald Reading Jarre Wall Street Friede City James Sherman Kansas City L H Sherman Kansas Augusta Atlantic Coast Line Central of Georgia Harriman Thel Augusta Aiken Electric Railway Harrimane

Arrest of Three Tyre Boys Ended Marshal Pope’s Life

Jesup reports Special Marshal G B Pope died at 3 PM after confronting three drunken Tyre youths Edward Brantley and Jimmie Tyre nine miles out of town. Edward Tyre disarmed, Pope fell while pursuing, heart failure blamed though no wounds. Ex Marshal W R Williams appointed and, with citizens, escorted the trio to county jail. Edward Tyre is a cousin to Brantley and Jimmie. all are sons of George Tyre, Wayne County official. Apache Wins Handicap at Doncaster in England, Prince of Wales Nursery Handicap of 1000 sovereigns for yearlings won by Apache after 26 starters.

Jesup G B Pope Edward, Brantley Jimmie Tyre Tyre Marshal Pope Edward Tyre Jal Jusi W R Williams R B Hopps Calaboose Jimmie Brantley Tyre George Tyre Wayne Doncaster England Apache Belmont

Death of E H Harriman Triggers Global Tributes

A wide array of financiers and officials across London Paris Berlin New York and other centers react to E H Harriman’s death. Obituaries praise his railroad expansion and financial acumen, noting market resilience and that his vast holdings will be managed by trusted successors as tributes pour in from figures like Leopold Rothschild Oscar G Murray and Col E L Russell.

London E H Harriman America Lord Rothschild Leopold Rothschild Harriman Fellex Shuster Harrimans Murray Cmesgo Oscar G Murray Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Savannah Ocean Steamshin Company New York Financial The Stock Exchange Berlin L TT Harriman Morgan Isadore Lowe

Harriman Dies After Long Business Career At Arden

New York September 10 Harriman dies at Arden Tower Hill after a long career of bold railroad expansion. Vigil maintained at the home as relatives and friends mourn the financier. The funeral is set for Arden on Sunday at 4 30 in private rites.

McClelan Tower Hill Mary Harriman Tarriman Marriman Arden Harriman McClellan Turner Arden House New Yark T H Harriman Warriman Harrimans Europe Robert S Lovett Union Pacific Harrimans Cogsest Mary Hardman Tiarrimans Famiy Roland Averell Wall Street Stock Exchange Harriman Enterprises

Southerns excursion train to Birmingham with no stop

The Southerns announce an excursion train from Atlanta Terminal at 8 am on Tuesday September 14. It will travel non stop to Birmingham, with a round trip price of 250 dollars.

Southerns Atlanta Terminal Birmingham

Six Auto Driver Cases Docketed After City Ordinance Orders

Following Chief Jennings orders to enforce stricter city auto ordinances, police docketed six cases against drivers. Four target Linton C Hopkins, one R V Connerat, one F B Byrne, and two against D Shane. additional cases include Teste Thomee and Dave Ward, two chauffeurs charged with the same offense.

Jennings Linton C

Owners of vicious dogs may not receive mail

Washington reports a new post office regulation prohibiting mail delivery to residences with vicious dogs running at large. The rule aims to protect mail carriers and requires owners to fetch their mail at the post office instead. Separately, Milwaukee reports a possible murder case shifting from an assumed self harm to a suspected homicide as investigations continue. Willie Hersey, a boy from Decatur Orphans Home, fled Wesley Memorial Hospital after a broken arm incident and was found wandering near Me Call's Crossing. Willis was detained by police for the night.

Washington Post Office Department Willie Hersey Decatur Orphans Home Iran Wesley Memorial Hospital West End Wineberg Call's Crossing Willis

Mourning Extends Across Harriman Lines After Magnate's Death

The Harriman line offices from Savannah to Columbus and Atlanta drape in mourning for the late magnate. Major Hanson, president of Central of Georgia and Ocean Steamship, orders half mast across offices, ships, docks, and vessels for thirty days as Union Pacific and other Harriman properties observe the funeral.

HarrIman Atlanta Georgia Major i of Hanson Central of Georgia Railway Company Ocean Steamaip Company Savannah Ocean Steamship Company Wacon Columbus Cedartown Augusta Macon New York Barton van Renservier Harriman Hnes Candler van Renesgiser Herriman Union Pacific Oregon Oregon Rairoad and Navigation Company Southern Pacific Houston Texas Central Pacific Mail

Labor Day Car Show Foreshadows Harriman Line Plans

A report details temporary succession at Union Pacific amid Harriman property interests with Kuhn Loeb Bank holding stakes. It notes the 713,000 ride on Labor Day and lists carmakers to be showcased in the Atlanta Auto Week venue, including Marmon, Overland, Reo Rambler, and Pontiac, with provision for visiting cars and repairs during the event. etc

Harriman II Krutschnitt Union Pacific Stubbs Kuhn Loeb National Cats Bank Harriman Jacob H Schiff Kuhn Loeb & Co Harrimans E . Gans Atlanta Auto Trades Association Atlanta Brookes Morgan White Steamer Company Steinhaver Capital Clit Hanson Georgia Motor Car Company Edgewood Avenue City Buick Motor Car Rampant Alexander & Seeward Company H Johnson Dodson Printers Supply Company Elt Morgan Committee On

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