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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1913
Page
8
At a special meeting of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners on December 1 the tax rate was raised from 65 to 85 mills. The county treasury will receive about $100000 in taxes this year as a result of the higher levy.
At the regular meeting several members signaled a two mill rise and a 3 mill increase for the new county rates to fund the $1,000,000 courthouse. They cited added court costs and labor, new superior court jurisdictions, and school needs as justification while adopting retrenchment for cars and keeping fixed obligations intact. The wheel tax would rise to five mills in year one, with a plan to adjust rates after paying the new project.
John Joye returns from Montreal where Viscount Toros chancellor of England addressed the American Bar Association. His slow, clear English and simple manner captivated listeners and drew long applause. Peter W Meldrim of Savannah won a presidential ballot amid Taft’s influence, with expectation he will lead the American Bar Association next year.
Miss Beavers a telephone operator for the Atlanta Massane and TUyb company was in an automobile in Milen Sunday night when a confrontation occurred. She and another person were restrained after an incident at a late shift, with a forged claim of a held up event noted by a witness.
Street car conductor No 244 4 W Srown plans to win a popularity contest by selling club subscriptions. He says the late entry was forced by friends and aims to earn extra commissions and the $100 prize, with a special vote bonus of 6980 votes this week. He urges fellow conductors to keep hustling amid strong competition.
The police board chair Dan Mason and member Bob Clarke face disqualification as the 415 qualified prepare to act on the topic of kissing. Debates question their marital status and expertise in the art of oscalation, pondering whether kissing leads to matrimony or other social consequences.
Imperial Potentates from Wheeling Rochester Portland and Pittsburg lead a Shriner delegation arriving in Atlanta to organize seating for 509 delegates and secure headquarters for the forthcoming grand council conclave. The group, praising Atlanta’s hospitality, forecasts a record turnout and strong national temple representation for the 1917 gathering.
Jake Wells arranges exhibition of original Harry Thaw motion pictures taken in his Sherbrooke cell plus authentic trial footage. Keith offices rapid shipment to Atlanta for Grand Theater showings next week. The program includes Kinemacolor service and first run pictures, featuring key Americans and Canadians connected to the case.
Judge Flynt of the tsery court invites Atlanta youths and maidens to Griffin for courting without molestation. Griffin, 42 miles from Atlanta with daily trains, can accommodate couples and offer a welcoming reception, as Flynt stresses that love making, properly conducted, should be encouraged.
The statement notes Judge Flynt’s dual focus on aiding distressed Atlanta youths and addressing a concurrent business matter with the prison commission, highlighting his civic duties and official responsibilities.
W. A. Railroad offers round trip tickets from Atlanta to Chattanooga with departure at 8 35 a m on Thursday September 11 1913 and return no later than the 7 35 p m arrival in Atlanta on Saturday September 13 1913 KE Harman General Passenger Agent announces the fare and schedule.
An impromptu fistfight occurred at Five Points Wednesday afternoon between Carl Fischer realty agent and Thomas E Scott attorney. Both charged with disorderly conduct and to appear before Judge Broyles for arraignment.
A federal grand jury list was drawn for the October term with 36 traverse jurors named. Names include Blount Wakett Pearson Haris Cole Crowell Bennett Lions Owens Regenstein Hurst Rush Lod Smith Wells Paine Fielder Shrimpton Rice Horine Herring Hering Braymond Howard Jones Kirk Brooks Forrester and others. Jurors are to report October 6 to Judge Newman. summons held by U S Marshal Thorpson.
Governor Slaton announced the appointment of eight additional delegates to represent Atlanta at the 1914 American Road Congress meeting. The action aims to secure support for Atlanta in the national gathering and underscores the emphasis on improving transportation infrastructure.
Names listed include William J Davis, W Tom Winn, J L Meek, C F Bige low, A P Matthews, J H Ewing and Fred Houser. Delegates believed to attend Detroit convention in September with general tonic Grove mentioned as valuable for quinine content.
The Southern Shorthand and Business University at 10 West Mitchell Street, Atlanta Ga, announces night classes in book-keeping, shorthand, penmanship, banking, and typing starting Tuesday September 16 at 6 pm. Day school enrollment continues for fall term as youth from many sections enroll.
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