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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1913
Page
16
The Associated Charities warns it may suspend operations unless over $4,000 in subscriptions and cash are collected. Directors report unpaid pledges exceed four thousand dollars and many subscribers have not paid, threatening services to the needy as the group continues its citywide drive.
Rumors of appointing state highway supervisors surface as Milledgeville prison discussions unfold. Reports say a nationwide plan to place expert inspectors, including engineers, within a system of elected public wards is under advisement. Chairman Davison and commissioners travel while Goodloe Fancey notes telegraphic delays.
Charles E Harp Hart, a New Orleans resident, was struck by a motor car while crossing a street yesterday. He sustained multiple lacerations to the head and body, with serious injuries reported.
James Cantey or his attorney plans a partial plea for Jim Conley in the Mary Phagan murder indictment. The defense may seek a reduced plea on some counts while considering not guilty on others as the trial looms at the October term.
A promotional offer urges towns to engage the firm for complete Physical Improvement projects. It boasts plans financing and operation of sanitary sewerage water light and paving systems and claims many prior town upgrades. The letter asks readers to write promptly to start upgrading Yourville.
Samson Selig, linked to Atlanta figures, fights extradition proceedings in New Hampshire over the Thaw case. The report notes Selig’s family ties to Sigmund Seliz and Montefiore Selig, iterations of a prominent legal circle, and cites optimistic views on U.S. extradition versus Canada, with Canadian court actions and related parties in Montreal and New York.
Judge Newman opened a bankruptcy jury trial for Beach Manufacturing in Savannah. The case centers on solvency, with assets alleged over 400000 and total liabilities near 230000, amid an idle-lawyer array and a first jury determination of a bankrupt claim. The marshal Joseph Davis of Albany debuted in Savannah, greeted by locals.
Governor Slaton named Bob Griffith of Haralson county as state arbitrator in the copper mine damages dispute with Ducktown Tennessee Copper company. An arbitration board will be formed by miners and citizens, with a third member, per a recent act. Griffith, a noted lawyer and former state senator, will help settle claims while the company must deposit 1500 dollars annually for three years to cover potential damages.
Council yesterday granted Lou Castro a near beer saloon license for 11 Luckie Street opposite the Fyedmont hotel after objections about youths and passersby. The council also refused to lease to John Faith for a galoph on Alabama Street between Pryor and Central, with Councilman Shepard leading the opposition.
State Treasurer W J Speer issued a third quarterly demand for all banks to furnish their condition statements as of closing time Friday September 2. The reports must be delivered to the treasurer before October 1 to complete this year’s required disclosures.
The Floyd County Baptist association with 17 churches and over 5000 members held a successful session. Friendship Church near Berwin Arm itchee was chosen as next meeting site. G W Fleetwood was elected moderator and R L Salmon clerk.
Jones takes charge as postmaster in Atlanta amid transfer of duties from McKee. New appointee Bolling Jones, named by President Wilgen, begins four year term with Bond filed and oath taken. Chief Clerk Sheehan balanced accounts. McKee and Whee colleagues prepare for next steps. no announced office changes.
Captain R M Clayton of the city construction department said work on Peachtree Creek to clear obstructions and debris began Monday. If weather holds, construction could proceed quickly and the new disposal plant is expected to operate by week’s end or early next week, with the full plant opening soon thereafter.
The Atlanta Extension Church association was revitalized at Wesley Memorial Church during a Monday mayor meeting with Dr W P Lover as presiding elder. Officers elected include E M Martin as president F A Quiltian secretary and F A Slannen treasurer. A resolution urged active fundraising to build churches in need across the city.
Mrs Bella Foret sues for divorce in superior court alleging a mutual female friend’s photograph found in her husband’s coat pocket triggered the breakdown. Foret, who runs a boarding house at 37 Poplar Street, says years of curses and slaps preceded the incident and claims her husband has avoided work. Attorney John Smith represents Foret.
Game Commissioner Jesse E Mercer returned from Boston where he attended the annual meeting of the game commissioners and fish wardens of the states. He praised the convention for backing federal and state cooperation to enforce the migratory bird protection law and supported Colonel J H Ackien of Tennessee for appointment as federal inspector to implement the new protections.
SHA Board advertises a September 42 excursion to Birmingham priced at $250 round trip. Special train departs Old Depot at 8:30 a.m. from the service announcement.
The city’s garbage except that from the central district was sent to the old dumping piles on Vonday Lane due to a crematory motor malfunction. Officials said the crematory was back in operation, but cranes could not fully handle loads, risking further motor burnout and delays until cranes and equipment are upgraded. Councilman Claude L. Ashlie inspected the plant and warned the breakdown could linger until travel cranes reach all areas.
Mrs Susanna Waters widow of Judge Robert S Waters and longtime Atlanta resident died early Sunday at 47 Glendale Avenue after years of illness. She leaves three daughters, Wes L Norman, Miss Sary Waters, and Mia Glenn DC Rusgell of Atlanta, a sister Mrs J O W McClain, and three brothers J C Warwick, A Warwick, and C Warwick. Funeral from the residence at 29 Clocks Monday afternoon, Rev A R Fielder officiating. Interment in Oakland cemetery.
Camp 763 United Confederate Veterans of Marietta reports more than 40 dollars raised toward a monument for Mary Phagan. They invite civic groups to join funds and plan a December meeting at J Grady Morning’s home to decide the monument design.
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