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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1908
Page
6
The document lists multiple life insurance products with stated face values of 10000 and varied terms. It notes prices such as 125.30 for a 10-year convertible term, 237.50 for ordinary life, 253.50 for a 20-year endowment, and 497.20 for another 20-year endowment with 20 instalment settlement. It mentions payment options monthly yearly and a grace period of thirty days.
In every town and village where the Company is not represented, active agents are needed. Previous life insurance experience is desirable but not essential. Apply by mail with references from bank or mercantile sources and demonstrate good character.
The Democratic state executive committee of Georgia opened campaign headquarters in Newnan in room 166 of 10 Newnan? where supporters welcomed William Hewlett of Hall. The committee named Hon Hewlett as chairman with secretary Ben Blackburn and Jone Blachourn assisting in nominal charge.
An article notes a Kansas proposal to offer a public school course on marriage preparation. Professor M Blackmar urges strict physical and mental examinations for marriage license applicants to prevent insanity and crime. Officials discuss coordinating state and county committees to gauge conditions.
The condemned man Ryals was hanged at noon for attacking Mrs Marvin Overstreet. He professed innocence, sang before the trap, and a spiritual adviser said thanks for the execution of law. He was calm and prepared to meet his God as his body was to be shipped to his mother.
Dr Ware a dentist of 210 Spring Street suddenly fell ill yesterday afternoon in a room at Folsoms hotel and was rushed to Grady hospital in an unconscious state. A rumor he attempted suicide was denied by Ware and his sister Moss Pearl Ware. Miss Ware says he visited a friend in the hotel, they shared a drink, and she believes the drink caused the illness.
Prohibition candidate for vice president Agron Watkins plans a speaking tour through Knoxville Tennessee. He will speak in the city on September 1 detailing his platform and touring approaching seats.
A dark, unusual hold-up occurred last night in front of 14 Land 71 Mangum Street. Two masked men restrained a victim and searched the house awakening residents. Witnesses report the assault, but the victim did not report to police. The robbers fled, leaving neighbors startled and residents wary.
A letter from a mother reports strong health recovery after using Grape Nuts to nourish herself and her infant. She describes restored strength, successful nursing, and ability to perform daily work, attributing changes to the diet rich in whole wheat, barley, and brain-supporting nutrients.
Weather reading notes fair and warm conditions with persistent rainfall in Jacksonville. Unclear data show a rainfall near 118 metres in the past forty-eight hours, and unusual weather notes appear in the Weather Map column.
The item blends weather forecasts and rainfall reports with a stray social quip about women, referencing a subtropical storm near the Texas coast and record Jacksonville rainfall. It notes warm, cloudy conditions across the South and lingering coolness in the North, plus a casual street exhibit line about a woman in action.
Harwell on September (Special) The Flanwell tannery and laundry plants were destroyed by fire around 4. Loss estimated at 12500, partly insured. Buildings owned by Linder & Harte valued at 26000. Hartwell Railway Company reports damage to cars. Fire discovered late, rapid spread made extinguishing futile. buildings and plants to be replaced.
Edna Hale is recovering at Gradt hospital with no clew to her assailant. The 20 year old woman was struck on the head with a blunt weapon Thursday afternoon at 50 Courtland Street and found unconscious. Diamonds valued at 2000 were taken from her.
A candid pamphlet offers a free prescription claimed to restore vigor and cure nervous debility. It asserts a universal remedy can be mailed at no charge to any man who writes, praising a quick, home-based treatment by a Dr. Hoelke and M. A. E. Wobineoo in Detroit.
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