Boosts for the Bond Issue by Atlantans
Atlanta merchants voice strong support for a large bond issue to fund essential water, sewer, and city improvements. Business leaders from Emmons, Keely Co., Candler Prompson & Hirsch, and George Muse Cloth Co. urge passage as vital to health, growth, and property values, insisting the city cannot delay investments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moi Emmons
Atlanta
Toeap
Keely Company
Allen
Tiasu
Citiven
Bette
Women Urge Bond Vote to Build City’s Needs
Women leaders and Atlanta federation members press for passage of a $2,460,800 city bonds plan. They urge a two thirds vote to fund sewer and water improvements, better schools and hospitals, arguing the bond would secure health, sanitation and future prosperity. Local figures and many women express strong support.
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Wks. Jones
City Federation
Bond Commission
Atlanta
Federation
Sam D Jones
Mra
Sam Jones
Atlanta Doctors Back City Bond Proposal for Health Upgrades
Leading physicians and the Board of Health in Atlanta endorse a $3,455,800 bond issue for sewers waterworks schools hospitals and crematories. They urge all voters to support the bonds to improve city health and sanitation, citing needs like universal water access better sewerage and modern facilities to reduce disease and death.
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Hos Tthnnon
Chamberlain Johanson Lickt Se
Atlanta
George Muse
George Muse Clothing Company
Boumont Davison
Davlson-Pax
Board of Health
Atlantas
Bernard Wolff
Strickler
J H Bradfield
Oa Fincher
G Ho Brandon Lee Hagan
M C Strickland
WS Wood T
Bates
Bonds in Atlanta urged by business leaders
W W McClelland of J M High Co and M Rich of M Rich &Bron Co express strong support for the proposed city bond issue. They urge immediate action, arguing the funds are urgent and will benefit Atlanta by funding essential improvements and delivering a harvest of benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stokes
Tim
Atlanta
R McClelland
J M High Company
M, Rich
M Rich & Bron Co
Postum Cited By Officials For Health Benefits Of Coffee Alternatives
A North Carolina public school superintendent recounts his mother’s long heart trouble and stomach woes eased after switching from coffee to Postum. He notes her marked improvement, with fewer headaches and better overall health, and claims similar relief among other family members. The letter is presented as part of a recurring testimonial series.
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Postum
North Carolina
Wellyilie
Haman
Van Camp's Milk Advert Claims Superior Sterilization
A 1900s style promotional piece extols Van Camp's milk as sterilized and hygienic. It contrasts with sugar-heavy condensed milk and partial evaporations, touting Van Camp's as Holstein milk preserved by modern methods and superior to common evaporated milk.
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van Camp
Man in Loganville Wins Atlanta Bride After Two Refusals
J Moore of Loganville finally marries Miss Lillie Mabel Berryman in Atlanta after previous rejections. The case arose from a $1000 betrothal gift Moore paid for a marriage contract he proposed. Berryman admits accepting funds but denies they were for marriage. She seeks $1000 in damages, citing reputational harm and unmet promises of property worth $6000.
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J. Moore
Loganville
Atlanta
Panine Wuntanders
Bernandina
Lawrence
Saunday
Gwinnett
Lufanla Chandler
Moore
Florida
Health and bonds drive Atlanta sewer and water debate
City leaders and residents urge approval of a bond issue to fund sewers, water works, and public health improvements. Prominent voices argue neglect has left 8000 houses without proper water and rotten backs and that bonds will secure Atlanta’s future health and status among the world’s cleanest cities. Local Chamber of Commerce speakers plan to welcome visitors and outline plans.
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Goldsmith
A OH
Duke JT
Elkin Tam
Bonde
Postmasters Meet at Central City Macon
The fourth class post masters of Georgia will gather in Macon on September 23 for their annual convention. More than 1,500 members belong to this class, with large crowds expected. WW Webb of Hahira is the association president. Arrangements include use of the city auditorium and remarks by Mayor Miller and President J. B Hea of the group.
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Ava
Gama
Atlanta
Rayilly
van Camp
van Camp’s
Special Trains for State Fair Arrangements Made
Macon on September 14 reports that the transportation committee of the fair association led by Jesse B Hart will run special trains for all feature days of the state fair on Taft day. Four special trains will go and return on lines of consequence. Other days will also yield enough business for the same setup with special rates offered.
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Macon
Transportation Committee of the Fair Association
Jesse B Hart
Taft
Barn Fire Destroys Adams Property Injures Owner
Mangheia reports a barn at 3135 Orlock owned by J J Adams burned last night. Adams attempted to save his horse and was kicked in the mouth, fell unconscious, and sustained severe burns before help arrived. Loss estimated around 500 pounds.
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Mangheia
Acess
J J Adams
Orlock
Mr Adams
Wireless Phones Expand From Seattle Across Washington
Plans move to deploy a Collins wireless telephone network from Seattle to many Washington points with four major sending stations atop the Empire State Building. The system will later link to a national circuit from Los Angeles, making Seattle a northwest hub. Georgia already orders Collins gear for a private line connecting Brunswick and Savannah. Frederick Colling reports strong explorer interest as Polar Explorer Baldwin secures a set for global communication.
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Seattle
Washington
Collins
Los Angeles
Great Northwest
Empire Building
Georgia
South
Newark NJ
Brunswick
Savannah
Fiorida
Jacksonville
Tampa
Gainesville
Frederick Colling
Baldwin
Waynesboro School Opens with Notable Faculty On Hand
Waynesboro opens its annual session with a well chosen program and exercises. Professor M A Hen and assistants join to begin the new year. Professor Allen, from Forsyth, respected teacher, joins the board’s chosen staff.
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Waynesboro
Waynesboro Academy
M Ahen
Allen
Forsyth
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Womans Board of Education
State Federation of Georgia
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