Judge George Hillyer Relinquishes Atlanta Water Board Post
Judge George Hillyer, president of the Atlanta water commissioners, will end his term at the expiry date the second Monday in December 1903. He has been closely identified with the water works department for over ten years and is not a candidate for presidency next year. No man in Atlanta knows more about the department.
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Water Works Department
George Hillyer
Board of Water Commissioners
Atlanta
Lakewood
Water Board
Hillyer
Water board veteran to retire after present term
The veteran led water department efforts since the Lakewood plant era. He served as mayor and later on the water board, earning presidency multiple times for his quiet, studious labor. He announced retirement at term end and declined a further bid for board president.
Gentry Circus Arrives for Two Day Atlanta Visit
The Gentry Bros circus train arrived from Macon this morning by Central of Georgia railway. Tents rise at Auburn avenue and Jackson street for 2:30 PM shows with four performances including new acts like Baby elephant Bile Jim and a zebras team. A street parade runs at 10 AM and orphans from Hapeville home will be entertained today. Garland stoves and ranges prize noted.
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Gentry
Gentry Bros
Central of Georgia Railway
Macon
Auburn Avenue
Jackson Street
Atlanta
Bile Jim
Jocko
Big Reece
Hapeville
Should Remove Old Paper Alderman Pierces Plan
Alderman Pierce urges council action to require wallpaper hangers to strip old paper before repapering houses in Atlanta. He argues porous wallpaper harbors germs and notes other cities have such ordinances. He says he will introduce the measure at the next council meeting.
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Pierce
Atlanta
Brooches in Rose Gold with Oriental Designs Debut
A large new collection of brooches features rose gold and paamell motifs with Oriental design influence. The chief work highlights translucency and depth, defining the piece as a standout in this season's jewelry lineup.
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Saawane
F & Rerheilea
Strong views on mayoralty race favor Evan P Howell
The letters praise Captain Evan P Howell for mayor, praising his long service, leadership in Atlanta enterprises, and contributions to the Young Men's Christian Association fund drive. Endorsements cite business ability, public experience, and dedication to the city, urging voters to elect him.
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Woods White
Evan P. Howell
Atlanta Enterprises
Evan Howell
Govy
W. Je Northen
Howell
City Campaign Ends Tonight as Primary and Special Election Loom
City voters prepare for a primary tomorrow with seven council seats and ministerial offices on the ballot. A separate seventh ward council seat to succeed Captain Howell will also be contested, with Burgess Smith the sole candidate. Polls open 7 am to 7 pm for the primary and state election, with separate times for the special election.
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Atlanta
Seventh Ward
Evan P. Howell
Burgess Smith
West Mind
City Executive Committee
Council Chamber
Ment Py
Harvey Johnson
James AG. Woodward
Johnson
Grand
Young Men's Johnson Club
Woodward
Cute's Bell
East Hunter Street
Inman Letter Endorses Joint Candidacy for Alderman
Atlanta dated September 27, 1902 H T Inman writes a letter concerning his candidacy and endorsement for the south side alderman race. He states no opposition to City candidate Girardeau or Walter R Brown and expresses willingness to cooperate if elected, noting concern for maintaining party unity.
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Atlanta
Odds Rise in Local Mayor Race Betting Activity
Wagers collected at Silverman’s and Schaul and May’s show growing interest in the mayoralty contest. Capt Howell’s strength leads, with 4 to 1 odds Johnson carries no ward and 50 to 1 bets that Howell beats the field. Bets on combined Johnson and Woodward tallies also favor Howell, while many small wagers cover overall strength and other races. Local bettors act as agents, placing varied sums on outcomes as the campaign progresses.
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Captain Howell
Silverman's
Hervey Johnson
Johnson
Howell
Field
Woodward
Schaul and
May’s
Schaul & May’s
Harry Bilverman
Ena
Copy Advertising Offer From Atlanta Sender
A garbled sales notice from an Atlanta address urges readers to buy cheap westbound rail tickets and advertise with a local firm. The fragment references Peachtrea Street and a person named Geo Lowman in the Arapirs building, offering advertising experience as a profit lever.
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Union
Southern Pacific
Peachtrea
Geo
Lowman
Arapirs Duliding
Aueels O
Campaign reply defends Judge Candler amid charges
Manager of Judge Candler's campaign responds to Judge John B. Ross's accusations. He asserts Candler did not resign pending cases, notes concurrent military service with pay, and explains ticket printing practices. The piece defends public conduct and urges voters to weigh the charges at the polls.
City Primary Questions Atlanta Candidates For Mayor
A historic voter guidance piece lists eight major city needs from Atlanta leaders and asks readers which of three mayoral candidates best meets them. It urges an honest ballot on Wednesday October 1 and directly asks if EVAN P. HOWELL is the man to lead progress, capital influx, industry, and public works.
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Atlanta
United States
New York
Union Depot
Evan P. Howell
Pleasing to Judge Loss Promises Few Tickets Lacking Lanters
The public expresses confidence that only a small number of ballots cast next Wednesday will lack Judge Lanters’s name, a reassurance noted by J. D. Kilpatrick.
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Loss
Judge Lanters
J.D. Kllpatrick
Advocate praises Judge John P. Ross for Georgia supreme court bid
A Baptist minister from Temple writes to Georgia voters endorsing Judge John P. Ross of Macon for associate justice of the state supreme court. He lauds Ross’s morality, education at Mercer and U of Ga law, and his influence on young lawyers, urging high standards for those seeking public trust. September 29 1998 Ajanta Ga and Savannah Ia letters also reference Equitable Loan Security notices.
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Candler
People of Georgia
Atlanta Constitution
John B. Ross
John
Superior Court
Supreme Court
Campain
Candier
Allent
Ross
Equal Justice
Rss
City Court of
Macon
Hoss
John L. Hardeman
Dudge Felton
Rosas
Georgia
United States
Hess
Stone Mountain
Freth
Cendiler
Judge Hassell
Judge Hoss
Judge Candler
Judge Ross
Thase
Hogs
Haas
Dls
Nfe
Commonwealth
John P. Ross
Supreme Court of Georgia
Mercer University
University of the State
Northen
Mercer
Atandard
A. C. Ward
GAS
Temple Baptist Church
Ajanta
Snatch Thief Caught In City Heart
Police seize Ed Evans after he snatches two pocketbooks in quick succession from Marty Hannah and Mrs. H. W. Quinn at Fiunter and Whitehall streets. Officer Rowle pursues, the suspect drops the wa lked wallet, and Evans is taken to the station for trial. Chief Ball pledges stronger action to curb similar thefts.
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Ed Evans
Marty Hannah
Fiunter
Whitehall
H. W. Quinn
Angier
Pac
Pryor
Ward Mitchell
Bowie
Drasback
Reczordel
Ball
School Books and Supplies Advertised by John M. Waiter Co
Cheap and second hand school books and supplies advertised. Public publishers prices vary. Ame ation al John M. Waiter Co. Be
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John M. Waiter Co
Le Sueur Named Candidate for Third Ward Council
A. Le Sueur appears as a capable, eligible choice for the third ward council seat, signaling a potential bid with support hinting at readiness for Atlanta.
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A. le Sueur
Council
Atlanta
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Ashaway, R. L
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