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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1906
Page
10
Our stock levels were large this season and now clearances offer extraordinary bargains. Profits eliminated as prices are slashed by twenty five percent across the house. Rapid selling continues as shoppers rush to seize reduced items.
Edward Randall, 24, stage electrician for a theatrical company, was instantly killed in Auburn Indiana while making light switch connections behind the scenes. He touched a 4 wire live line by mistake and was fatally shocked. The accident occurred during setup for a stage production with private leased wire service.
Special to the Georgian reports plans to extend a power line from Great Falls through Spartanburg toward Columbia. Dr W G Wylie, identified as a South Powers official, notes construction is aimed at improving tension and capacity. The proposed route would reach Greenville and Dreenvile depending on feasibility and justified prospects.
Our showroom offers diamonds noted for beauty and quality with prices that appeal to practical buyers. We guarantee every stone we sell and stand ready to ensure satisfaction. Expert handling and dependable, honorable dealing accompany every purchase.
Washington reports Acting Master General Hitchcock has granted leaves of absence up to ten days for postmasters to attend the National Association of Postmasters convention and the Michigan Association of Postmasters meeting in Detroit on August 22 3334.
Special to The Georgian reports a white infant’s body found in a well at the Cousins plantation near Newberry South Carolina. The infant appeared to be a few days old and had been in the water about ten days. No one has lived on the place for seven months, so no clue to the guilty party.
Knoxville Aug. 7 One of the most important business transactions in years is the formation by H. T. Hackney Co and others of The Red Rock Company of Snee yale to bottle Red Rock Ginger Ale, made by Hagan & Dodd Co of Atlanta. Capital starts at 26000, soon rising to 100000 as demand grows. Eighte en men will travel East Tennessee and promote Red Rock, already a leading drink in the region with over 40000 dollars of sales in the last three months. A modern plant is planned for operation between September 1 and 15, with bottling capacity expanding as plants in Atlanta, Jacksonville, New Orleans, and Knoxville are opened. Public demand has driven manufacturers to cooperate with stock companies to serve customers promptly.
Special to The Georgian reports a young white boy about 18 years old arrested on larceny charges. He allegedly passed two checks and attempted to pass them, drawing police attention in city and state.
Norfolk Va Aug 7 The battleship Louisiana will be fitted out at the navy yard to convey President Roosevelt to Panama. Alterations for the president will be permanent and include his cabin aboard the vessel.
Round trip opportunities to Chattanooga and Lookout Mountain priced at 4.10 with shortest line and quickest time. Tickets go on sale every Saturday and are valid until the Tuesday after. Includes chance to visit Chickamauga Park during the Georgia State Gun encampment. For tickets and schedules contact J A Thomas City Pass and Ticket Agent. Phones listed for Bell, Walker, and Harmon offices.
Twenty monkeys from a son's show died in a two mile Big Bend tunnel as smoke from the engine suffocated the animals. The monkeys valued at $3,000. The incident occurred Sunday near Hinton West Virginia.
A private wire report from Wheeling via Cay notes two young children died after their clothing caught fire while an adult attempted to rescue them. Authorities describe the incident as a tragic accidental fire with a fatal outcome.
Unseemly conditions near Bell street public school prompt an ordinance by Councilman Draper calling for investigation. The bi monthly city council meeting stretched long with debate over routine matters. Franchises, taxation, and minor labor restrictions featured among votes and dissenters as council weighed proposals and delays.
City officials recount hosting history, inviting a Philadelphia convention to Atlanta, with costs estimated between 4000 and 10000 dollars for entertainment. A boulevard underpass contract increased to 20000 dollars. A streetcar line expansion on Marietta DeKalb received an adopted ordinance. Various appointments, revocation petitions, and referrals to committees are noted, including health board changes and street widening estimates.
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