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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1913

Page

3

White Hopes Rush To Gotham Town

James J. Corbett reports that Tom McCarey plans no more heavyweight bouts at Vernon arena, signaling a rush of White Hopes to New York. Moran's upset over Palzer reshapes title prospects as promoters weigh Garden versus St. Nick plans for Moran, Smith, and Willard era contenders.

James J. Corbett New York Tom McCareys Vernon Arena Paya Begga Cheriey Miller San Francisco Fli Ud Charley Moon Pulver New Yorke Gunton Smith Frank Wotan Miller Arthur Peiky Jess Willued Carl Morris Morgn Kearse White Hope Gunbsir Trak Arg Moran Mitch Palzer Cold Frank Palzer Catt Moran Willan Ami Perhs Aml Smith Willard Pesky Tommy Burns Tim Madison Square Garden Smiths St Nicholas Athletic Club Anit Moran Wise le Ory Tur Qh Shilio Rourke Abie al Tumeelt Tom Beiten Tilzy Tan Lou Hate Garden St Michwlas Langford-Jeannette Langford Jeannette

Auto helps roads by boosting traffic and farm land value

A discussion notes that automobiles aid railroads by expanding traffic and opening new territories. It quotes Newman Urb praising the car for increasing farm land values from about 71 to near rail points, arguing autos shorten distances to markets and spur road building and rural prosperity.

L & Becker Overland Southern Automobile Company Atlanta Newman Urb Minneapolis and St Lews

Tire Inflation by WL 1 Greenwold

Instructions emphasize slow initial inflation and setting front tires to about 68 to 74 pounds and rear tires near 89 pounds for 34x4 tires. Notes include tire roundness under load, occasional reinflation due to tube permeability, pressure loss when heated, and avoiding exhaust gases. Advises rely on gauge readings from a calibrated pump due to valve/ plunger effects.

Greenwold

New York owner May build 0 foot sloop to defend cup

Hristo Cochran of New York, owner of the racing schooner Westward, negotiates for four sloops to contest the Amtermans Cup against Thomas Tapton. He offers about 90000 dollars and is a warm friend of designer Nat Herreshoff, who built Westward. Work begins on a heavy oar sloop with Bristol designer unavailable for full project.

Hristo Alexander S Cochran New York Nacht Club Westward Thomas Tapton Cochran Mat Herreshoff Farone Tampa Bristol Vanderbilt Herreshoff

Paducah Wins Kitty Flag In Close Pennant Race

Paducah won the Kitty league baseball pennant by defeating Clarksville in the deciding series. Heavy hitting and strong pitching carried Paducah to the title as the team faced Clarksville at home and clinched the three game set.

Nashville Tonn Oensember Paducah Clarksville Iaskaville

Langford set for Paris bout and big boxing schedule

Manager Dan Meckettricks indicates Langford aims for a December 30 defense in Paris against Mack Johnson with Gunboat Smith as a potential prior challenger. The plan includes a September 14 bout and a title run through Jeannette and a world championship bid in Paris, with Sam Langford facing Joe Woodman Langford and others as he pursues the crown.

Dan Meckettricks The St Nicholas Joe Woodman Langfods Mack Johnson-Langford Paris Johngons Langford Gunbost Smith de Tol Minggers Garden Sam Langford Pliny Fither Smith Jeannette Sambo Langtoris

Sam Robideau Wins in Philadelphia Bout

Sam Robideau defeated Jack Reid of Australia in the fifth round of a scheduled six round heavyweight bout in Philadelphia. Reid was deemed unable to continue and the referee stopped the fight.

Phiadelphia Sam Robideau Philadelphia Tommat Jack” Reid Rela Reforme

Atlanta automobile show envelopes boost business boost

Mr Business Man is urged to use Atlanta Chamber of Commerce envelopes to promote the November automobile show. About 125 firms already use nearly 39,000 envelopes, spread across many city businesses to publicize what is called the greatest auto show south of Macon and Dixon. Committee members Reed Ol Company and Wyte Weet offer envelopes at a nominal charge to cover printing costs, stressing the value of paid use to avoid waste.

Atlanta Macon Dixon R N Reed Reed C1! Company Wyte Weet Firestone Tire and Rubber Company

Agogas Claims Amateur Title in Baseball Victory

Agogas wins the amateur title as Parker and Coltier led with walks and hits. Weston steals bases and Parker scores on wild pitches while Kirker Byert and Fortes contribute on defense and offense in a low error contest.

Kummary Parker Coltier Yalls Woon Olier Kirker Byert Kiker Weston T Fortes

Ohio Tennis Title Claims State Championship

In Cleveland on September 13 Fy Miss Waith Rotch of Boston Keene won the women’s singles title defeating Mre Hart Bickle of Ta rontin in two straight sets. AY Reel and J C Ryan, both of Cleveland, beat C Ho Warber of Columbus and HW Webber of Dartmouth College in the men’s doubles finals to become state champions as no challenge round was played.

Ohio Tennis Cleveland Ohin Mre Hart Bickle Tarontin Waith Rotch Boston Keene One Mrs Bickle AY Reel J C Ryan C Ho Warber Columbus Webber Dartmouth Callere Star

Locust Grove Institute Clinches Season Opener Victory

Locust Grove Institute won its first football game of the season today defeating a team featuring Bowden of Georgia Hutton of Tech and Mercer players. The Locust Grove squad, coached by Cason, showed fighting spirit as they built a 12 to 1 lead, developing into a fair, competitive unit.

Locust Grove Locust Grove Institute Bowden Georgia Hutton Tech Mercer Geor Zia Wmnory McDonauen Cason

Rockmart Beats Buchanan 4 3 In Tight Game

Rockmart defeats Buchanan 4 to 3 in a pitchers duel with key hits from Styles and Hutcheson. Kent East Lowery and Tolbert provide offensive support as Rockmart pulls ahead in the late innings.

Rockmart Duehaxan Pockmart Sue Buchanan Rhe Buchanan Styles and Hutcheson Kent East Lowery Tolbert Mund

Battalion Shoot Under Way At Local Military Range

The battalion shoot at the Atlanta military rifle range lacks announced scores as the first week ends. Major I T Catron leads the second battalion. Captain Cronheim directs Wednesday’s on-range work with Sergeant Stamper assisting. The course is tougher this year and mirrors regular army practice.

Atlanta I T Catron Sam P Cronhein Stamper W Ot Spratt Hall Cronheim Spratt Cromhelm Camp Perry Pomeroys

Motor Tractor to Be Applied To Horse-Drawn Fire Apparatus

A nationwide movement gains attention as Sayy & H Sawyer promote motor tractors for horse drawn fire apparatus. The plan, supported by Godyear Tire and Rubber, aims to modernize equipment while preserving most of the original truck, cutting overall costs. Abandoning horse drawn rigs is seen as inevitable due to tractor efficiency and lower expense.

Sayy & H Sawyer Godyear Tire and Rubber Company Akron Blo

Factors of Safety in the Human Body and Its Limits

A discussion cites Dr J Meltzer of the Rockefeller Institute on the body's surplus reserves. It describes how bones, organs, and glands can be reduced while maintaining health, noting the brain and heart can operate with far less tissue, yet warning that removing critical elements leads to death.

Yuma Mich Dr & J Meltzer Rockefeller Institute The American Medical Association Pearing Meltzer

Female of the Species in Indianapolis Mosquito Visit

The Indianapolis News notes a new female mosquito variety invading homes this summer. Males stay outside singing. females seek blood, slipping through fine screens. The article humorously contrasts genders while warning of ongoing biting until frost.

Indianapolis

Pennies Worth a Dollar in Colombia’s Peso Era

Harper’s excerpt notes that the Colombian peso has fallen to one cent US value, replacing coins with large bills. The author recalls paying $0 for a 47 mile ride and $40 for the return, then mocks lavish spending as the peso erodes, while luxury items feel overpriced. The piece ends with a wry remark on frugal pretensions amid poverty.

Harper's Magazine Saranilla Barranquilla Colombia United States

Studebaker Names Beeson Atlanta Branch Manager

From Detroit the Studebaker Corporation of America announces WW Beeson as manager of the Atlanta branch. Beeson has arrived to oversee the branch housed on Peachtree Street, serving Georgia, Alabama, Florida, and South Carolina with wholesale and retail operations. Heen an comes to Atlanta after leading Denver and Louisville districts and will oversee one of Studebaker territory’s largest slices.

Detroit Studebaker Corporation of America H F R. Beeson WW Beeson Atlanta Mr Beeson Peachtree Street Studebaker Georgia New South Atlantic Heenen Atlantrom Denver Rocky Mountain Louisvis Alabama Florida South Carolina North Carolina Beeson South

Atlanta’s Auto Trade Aids Southern Industry Centerpiece

A representative list of dealers in gasoline, steam, and electric automobiles, supplies, and accessories highlights Atlanta as theSouth's automotive hub. The city offers unmatched representation and selection for buyers, surpassing any other southern city.

Atlanta South

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