Antietam battle judged differently with modern artillery
London reports the Antietam reproduction by British troops suggests General Lee could have won a great victory under modern artilery and quick firing ordnance. General Hamilton notes European study of Civil War battles is lacking and defense with heavy guns could neutralize Lee's numerical disadvantage.
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It Costs Money to Live Near a Strenuous President
New York August 16 The rich property owners around Oyster Bay must pay for the privilege of having the president as a neighbor. The tax assessors have added nearly 2 million dollars to the tax list for the coming year. President Roosevelt is taxed for 35,1000 worth of real estate. Among the large estates listed are Louis C. Titans 199,500 Paul Cravath 100,000 Ward R Laden 133,000 Charles M Grattes estate 200,000 William C Whitney estate 130,000 E. D. Morgan 140,000 James A. Roosevelt 40,000 Mrs J W Roosevelt 10,000
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Scientist plans six month solo expedition to Kerguelen Island
Alfred J. Klein of the American Museum of Natural History will exile himself to Kerguelen Island in the Indian Ocean for six months starting September from Boston. He aims to collect skins of elephants seals and other species, shoot birds, and study all living life there with support from a whaler captain and museum staff.
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Antarctic Ocean
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Boston
F. A. Lucas
Start boat line on the Ocmulgee river from Macon to Brunswick
Citizens organized to launch a no stock company to place boats on the Ocmulgee river between Macon and Bruns wick. A bond issue of 25 percent guaranteed backs the project to run four boats for wholesale light. The Nan Elizabeth has proved the river navigable and the plan gains local support as Fall Festival events approach in Charleston.
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Bruns- Fick
Elzabeth
Festival Dates Set For City’s Autumn Celebration
The city plans a festival that echoes the 1887-89 era, aiming to recreate a famed festival vibe. The event is scheduled for November 5 to 10, with organizers pledging a robust program and regional participation.
Annual Excursions For Charleston People
Hundreds of Charleston residents depart for a two week mountain trip to North Carolina and Western South Carolina. The annual holiday outing draws stenographers clerks working girls and other locals for leisure and recreation.
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South Carolina
Excursion Steamer Attaquin Switches to Fernandina Jacksonville Route
Special to The Georgian Brunswick Ga Aug 16 On September 1 the steamer Attaquin ends Brunswick to St Simons Island trips for the season and on September 3 shifts to a new all water Cumberland route between Fernandina and Jacksonville Fla via Brunswick St Simons Jekyl Cumberland and including Darien.
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St. Simons Island
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Nding
Sullivan Replies Ten Bryan In Democratic Row
Chicago August 16 Roger Sullivan refuses to resign from the Democratic National Committee and defends his democracy and seat. He argues Bryan questions the party leadership and cites the 647 to 299 convention vote and 49 to 5 committee seat choice as proof of rightful authority. He warns Bryan cannot seek a presidential nomination from those he deems corrupt.
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Widow's creditors clamoring as fugitive Mrs Hamiltonavoids arrest
New York August 16 Mrs Bina F Verrault alias Mrs Helen Hamilton faces swindle charges and has vanished, leaving creditors anxious for settlement. District attorney says she seeks revenge while three rejected suitors push for action. A local ad signed Action sought partners with 2000 to 3000 dollars for a new venture.
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Helen Hamilton
Hugh Gordon Miller
West Patgrenee Street
Dia
Philadelphia
Georgia fire chief is complimented by national com
Augusta GA Aug 16 Chief Reynolds will attend the Fire Chiefs of America meeting in Dallas in October and has been complimented by the executive committee selecting two of the twelve topics to be discussed from his suggestions He is Georgia state vice president and will report on the state’s work Last year the meeting was in Duluth Minn and Reynolds visited northern and eastern points before returning to Augusta New York Aug 16 The Pullman car Wayfarer formerly owned by W C Whitney was damaged by fire in the New York Central railroad yards to the tune of 5000 Other property damage was 500 LITTLE BOY DROWNED AT PIER ON ST SIMONS Brunswick GA Aug 16 Ward Brewer 7 son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Brewer prominent Douglas residents spending summer in their St Simons Island cottage drowned at the end of the pier yesterday afternoon The Breyers went to Brunswick to shop leaving the children with servants Ward wandered onto the pier and fell into the water He was drowned before help could reach him.
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W. C. Whitney
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Ward Brewer
Joseph Brewer
Douglas
Elevators Fall Injures Eight Women in New York
In New York at 145 Center Street a passenger elevator plunged from the top floor toward the basement. One cable snapped near the fifth floor, causing the car to race downward. Eight women were seriously hurt and four were taken to a hospital as the safety clutch engaged just before impact.
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New York
No. 145
Center Street
Pope designates St Christopher patron saint of motorists
New York Aug 16 It is learned that through Princess Bianca Colonna granddaughter of Mrs John W Mackay St Christopher has been created patron saint of motorists by Pope Pius X The little princess said I came from Milan in an auto and the pope replied I must give you a picture of St Christopher for a safe return
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John W. Mackay
St. Christopher
New York
Bianca Colonna
Pius X
Vatican
Milan
No Quorum Halts Tax Committee Meeting In Atlanta
About 25 pharmacists gathered in the mayor's parlors to protest malt extract license enforcement and the $200 tax, but Chairman Quilnan adjourned without a quorum. Pharmacists plan to attend in force at the next tax committee session.
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R. A. Ewing
Mayson
Quil- Nan
Former Atlantans Survive Auto Wreck Near Saluda
T. C. Williams formerly of Atlanta now in Spartanburg with W. H. Lyles Jr of Columbia and E. H. Tuton of Greenville escaped instant death when their automobile plunged over a steep Saluda precipice while traveling from Spartanburg to Hendersonville. The machine rolled several times and landed wheels up. all three were injured but not seriously.
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D. C
T. C. Williams
Atlanta
W. H. Lyles, Jr
Columbia
E. H. Tuton
Greenville
Hendersonville
N. C
Saluda
Park Board Objects to Funding for Temporary Sheds
The park board, angered by a proposed $1,000 cut from park funds for erecting temporary sheds before the State Fair, vows to oppose the action and expects the Fair Association to cover the cost. They also discuss a Piedmont park sewer project, potential wage increases for park hands, and extend sympathies to Secretary Dan Carey on his bereavement.
LID PRIED OFF AT SARATOGA
Private Leonel Wire reports Saratoga agitation as James Westcott and Billie James invite horsemen to visit Manhattan Club. United States club near Manhattan to resume business in a couple of days. Bri Whist Club may reopen soon but not yet. Can Held’s intentions remain doubtful.
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Billie” James
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Westcott
United States Club
Manhattan
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