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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1909
Page
10
A 1909 Constitution column surveys polar explore rivals Peary Cook and Roosevelt, taft and airship bets, and Wall Street jitters. It critiques public figures, jokes about gas at the Pole, and comments on trust, marriage jokes, and Rockefeller economics in brisk punchlines.
Rival Arctic explorers Peary and Cook clash over Pole claims while courts await evidence. Public focus remains on testimony about ice conditions and temperatures, with Peary's 59 below and Cook's 83 below noted. Debate hinges on whether Cook's land discovery claim is true, as observers seek conclusive proof from forthcoming data.
Editorial urges strict enforcement of all traffic laws in Atlanta to prevent accidents. It cites collisions on wrong sides of streets, high speed motor vehicles, and careless driving by wagons and cycles, calling for police action to curb speeding and rule violations. It stresses observance by all vehicle operators and warns that life and limb depend on compliance.
A tribute to Colonel M. J. O'Brien former president of the Southern Express Company who died in New York. He rose from express wagon porter to president through energy and honesty. His Civil War service and generous leadership earned broad affection among employees and friends across many states.
The Democratic Edward T. Moon of LaGrange is announced as census supervisor for Georgia's fourth district. He is one of eleven leaders responsible for accurate data on the state's industries agriculture wealth and population and will help appoint enumerators. Republicans are noted as chosen in several districts.
The article discusses President Taft designating supervisors with a solemn warning against political participation during their term, urging nonpartisan selection and competence. It notes the need for prompt collection, collation, and publication of census data to maintain value and accuracy as the country grows.
Citizens demand stricter inspection of trolley wires after several live highly charged lines fell in the business district causing alarm. Similar incidents on Whitehall and Broad streets raised fears of fatal shocks, with calls for preventive testing and preventive measures before any lives are sacrificed.
A compact, whimsical item listing snippets from Georgia themed lines and editorials. It blends humorous poems about corn harvest, the North Pole, and a playful note from a local obituary editor. It reflects a regionally flavored collection of quips and verse with references to small town life and community voices.
John F. Toole former Atlanta resident now with White Steamer in Chicago visits Atlanta recovering from illness. He praises Atlanta and predicts record crowds and strong races during Automobile Week November 13. He credits Georgia roads and a New York–Atlanta highway for Atlanta as a future automobile hub in the south.
General Manager Park Woodward of the waterworks warns of potential water scarcity if it does not rain within 20 days. Colonel Brandsward urges completing the new reservoir soon to secure a reserve supply. If the reservoir is ready by next summer, Atlanta could avoid a water famine even with a low river and intake pipes at risk.
Judge Bells division of the superior court spent yesterday in undoing the work of Dan Cupid in nearly twenty divorce cases. Eighteen decrees were favorable, with two matters continued or held up. Listed docket included Carroll v Carroll, Hightower v Hightower, Evans v Evans, Bridwell v Bridwell, Ellis v Ellis, McGregor v McGregor, Wilson v Wilson, Nelson v Nelson, Crossley v Crossley, Sander v Sander, Russell v Russell, Hopson v Hopson, Jacobs v Jacobs, Flemister v Fremiste, Schneider v Setmeider.
The R. A. Ris near secret order around North avenue was disbanded by Recorder Nash R. Broyles after two youths, Calvin Bussey and Ralph Tomlinson, faced charges for alleged initiation of EB. S Latimer’s son. A $5.75 fine was imposed on each ringleader. Latimer claims forced election and a spanking plus a wrenched arm.
Riley Boyd recounts tributes to William Lloyd Garrison noting his philanthropy pacifism and anti tariff stance. The letter mentions Cape Cod New Hampshire aid to a Normal School in Atlanta and Garrison’s enduring influence inspiring charity and reform as a lasting memory.
French engineer Francis Lauer announces a flying omnibus that can carry merchandise and passengers and has asked Paris city council for a franchise. He says he holds French patents but will not reveal machine details until foreign patents are secured.
Governor Brown granted paroles after prison commission review for several inmates including Emanuel McGlain Marion county life sentence for murder and Tom Evans Cobb county five years for larceny. Police rewards offered for two murder suspects Manny Fumph in Houston county and an unknown assailant in Troup county. The Citizens' Bank of Waverly Hall received a charter with $25 000 capital.
The case against David Schane, owner of the Columbia Garage Company, for alleged speeding on South Pryor Street was dismissed by Recorder Nash Broyles. The officer cited uncertainty about the exact date, though he affirmed the speeding charge, while another case last week resulted in a fine and license suspension.
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