Oldest Atlanta policeman dies after pensioning
John McGee, long serving member of Atlanta’s police force and the city’s oldest officer, died at his residence after retirement. Born near Dublin about 1845, he emigrated to America with family, fought in the Civil War, and joined Atlanta police, remaining loyal to the municipal force for decades. He left a wife and four children, with two adopted, and was acclaimed for diligence and absence of public criticism. Funeral arrangements have not been announced.
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Lambert
John McGee
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Kate McGee
John Flynn
Floyd Wins Nomination For New Hampshire Leader
In Concord New Hampshire on September 1 Charles Floyd of Lanchester was nominated by the governor after a hard fought final ballot. Churchill of Cornwall and other candidates contested the race but Floyd led from start to finish. Final count 408 for Floyd 335 for Churchill 55 for Greenstreet 27 for Wale.
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Charles H. Greenteat
Stephen H. Wale
Voliva elected Zion City leader over Dowie by vote
In Chicago on September 18 1911 William Glenn Voliva won the Zion City leadership by a vote of 4011 to 6 over John Alexander Dowie the rival founder of the sect The election was directed by Judge Landis of the United States district court Dowie refuses to recognize the court order and claims.
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Zion City
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Judges Landis
United Saten District Court
John Alexander Dowle
Fahich
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Grape Nuts Praised As Health Solution In Personal Testimony
An American from Chicago recounts severe stomach trouble solved by Grape Nuts after trying many doctors and varied diets. He diminished weight loss, avoided climate change, and finally regained health and strength by eating Grape Nuts daily, praising its digestibility and life-changing effects.
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Aatm Travel
Moe Awlal
Folsom Co
Parson’s Routes Chairman Odell Parson’s Victory
In New York county Congressman Herbert Parson, president of the New York county committee, won a sweeping victory over Murphy in party battles. Odell’s backers gained control of the Republican state committee, with Higgins supporters likely to dominate the state convention. In Kings County, Senator Patrick H. McCarren maintained Democratic control amid factional tensions.
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Lerbert Parson
Cnaties FF. Murphy
Tamanns Hall
Markin
Hh, HO Udell, Jr
Lemus BE
Qui
Murphy
Pardons
Repubifican
Baratoga
Friends of Gavarno
Frank W. Higgins
Figgins
Kings County
Thocklyn
Patrick H McCarren
Argantaation
Atlante Police Board Meest to Elect Desk Sergeant Tonight
The Atlante police board will meet tonight at police headquarters in the commissioner’s room to elect a successor to Sergeant S Mitchell as desk sergeant and to prepare for the election of forty new policemen authorized by council. Civil service will be discussed again.
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Atlante Police Board
Rebellion Grows in Santo Domingo. Naval report warns of uprising
Washington dispatch reports Captain Southerland warns Santo Domingo waters may see a large uprising as 400 fresh troops concentrate at Monte Crial. He urges no additional naval reinforcements while conditions remain unsettled. Also noted is Patrolman Jones suspended in Macon after dispute over street improvements and alleged threats.
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J OW. Wilcox
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Formas
Train Plunges Into Quicksand in Oklahoma Disaster
King Pinher Oklahoma September 18 reports a Rock Island train No 17 plunged from a collapsing bridge into the Cimarron river near Dover. One dead is Hank Littlefietch of the Furepaugh Belis circus. several injured. Engines, cars, and passengers swept by swift currents. many rescued, some still missing amid treacherous floodwaters.
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Hank" Littlefietch
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Do it Now Do it Now Cleanse Inside and Out
Wellness advice urges internal cleansing with Cascarets to prevent decay from poor diet. Claims include improved digestion, liver function, and skin clarity. Instructions promote nightly and morning use, with sizes 10c 2c and 50c and emphasis on authentic packaging.
Narrow Escape for Alexander in Pittsburgh
Thomas W W Alexander a cotton broker from Au Santa Ga escaped arrest and fled south tonight with Augusta police lieutenant Collins. Earlier a hotel elevator accident left him shaken though uninjured and the day saw news of his mother's death heightening his distress as he prepared to travel to Augusta.
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Au- Santa
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William Mr. Collins
Ye Augusta
Alexander
Sy Mate Ters
Augusta
Burton Goes to Mobile After Pensacola Harbor Visit
Congress man Charles Burton of the rivers and harbors committee inspected Pensacola harbor improvements then traveled toward Mobile. He was met by a large delegation led by Senator Mallory. Burton, Mallory and Chamber of Commerce President Mayes spoke at a harbor reception before Burton’s party headed to Mobile.
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Chamber of Commerce
Captain and Mates Lost in Storm Near Conway
The bark Ethel carrying lumber sank after a Monday night wreck off Conway South Carolina near Lita river. Captain Albertson and his steward perished. two mates and six seamen survived and described a fierce struggle before beaching at Bingleton's Beach. The 33 ton vessel belonged to Hedrither Lumber Co of Elizabethport.
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Wilder's Brigade Meet Reunion of Army of Cumberland Survivors
Survivors of Wilder's brigade from the Army of the Cumberland converge on Chattanooga for a reunion on Chickamauga's forty third anniversary. An expected 3000 veterans join ceremonies at Wilder monument and Chickamauga battlefield, with campfires and joint gatherings with Ringgold and Blue and Gray groups.
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Coney's Mardi Gras Opens as Seaside Carnival Draws Massive Crowd
New York reports estimate 900000 visitors to Coney Island on opening night of the Mardi Gras carnival. Banners light the avenue, electric bulbs glow as floats and medieval pageantry unfold. The crowd cheers loudly until dawn, with long waits for transportation back to Brooklyn a serious challenge.
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Closing Out China and Glassware at King Hardware Co
Young couples should visit 53 Peachtree Street for drastic prices as King Hardware Co offers large reductions on china and crockery. The sale includes one cent tumblers, five cent motel tumblers, five cent hotel platters, sparkler battles at 25 cents, and hand painted plaques at 1.25 dollars, with thousands already sold.
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Mortuary Notices Chronicle A Century-Old Ledger
Multiple short notices record deaths and funeral plans across a rural county. Frank Clyatt, 19, dies at Penitentiary yesterday. Willie Roper, 1 year, dies at residence on 188 Maynea street with funeral set for the next morning. Alvin Parks, 2 months old, dies. Maurice Thomason, 13 months, dies at home, with church service and interment planned. Various others including Ella Steinhauer and Dr. H. M. Whams appear, along with scattered references to local cemeteries, churches, and interment details amid community obituaries.
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Smith Buys Railroad Property in Georgia
Flovilta Ga September 8 Special Our Mr W oF smith has bought out the old Madison Monticello Jackson Griffin and Indian Springs railroad bed which means more for this section.
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