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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1906
Page
8
A newspaper feature follows Karnagy spelling reform myths and the Nashunal Edukashanal Assasiashun plan. Reporters, educators, and officials debate replacing Webster with simplified forms. The piece notes a list of 300 changed words and predicts gradual adoption by government and press.
The Fair Association and German American Society of Atlanta plan German Day with events for Germans from across the South and Georgia. Prominent German Americans will speak in English and German, followed by a reception and dance to end the day. The effort aims to counter negative reports about Germans in the South and promote immigration and community ties. October 15 will be German Day at the state fair.
More than 2,000 delegates and attendees from across the nation gather in Atlanta for the National Negro Business League session at Bethel A M E Church from Wednesday for a three day program. Events include welcoming addresses by Mayor James G. Woodward and chamber leaders, with committees formed for credentials and resolutions and reports from prominent business figures from Atlanta and other cities.
Attemting to hold Olive Chambers, a prominent young woman, Alfred Schaufnier, a Negro, was lynched by a mob in Louisiana. The man confessed before execution and his body displayed with a warning placard reading this is a warning to all Negroes who would attempt to force an entrance to the apartments of white women.
New Orleans August 27 Cotton exporters protest ship agent rules set by the Maritime Association requiring a standard density of 224% pounds per cable foot for compressed cotton shipped abroad. They posted notice they will not follow the rules, claiming they can charter their own steamer if needed and will push bands on bales but concede nothing to ship agents.
A New York Central freight locomotive No 2433 exploded its boiler while pulling a heavy load near Little Falls New York on August 27. Engineer Chris Wagner of Albany and Fireman Edward Hall of Oneida were killed. The boiler was hurled 100 feet and blocked all four tracks as the train continued a quarter mile.
To the Friends and Supporters of V. T. Sanford the sare is over and Fy friends pre etait to me in so ir support I thank each and every person from the bottom of my heart I gave me his vote or at kind word Fae during this race I promise eac or every one that they share eh ite jihet they have Although ry was defeated I am grateful for the support and I will continue to work for the state and its people I am sincerely To BE SANFORD Rome Ga August 24 21
Special to The Georgian Hawkinsville Ga Aug 27 William M Anderson an old respected citizen died at his home and was buried here Thursday He was found sitting unconscious in his buggy near his home and died shortly after being taken indoors
Linseed Oil described as the life of paint with pure quality. Spencer Kellogg Old Process Linseed Oil is touted as the oldest brand in the United States. Available through J. Cooledge & Son, Atlanta and Savannah dealers.
Georgia selects an eighteen man team at Holton range near Macon for Seagirt New Jersey on September 4 and 6. Captains Spratt and Wilson lead a large Georgia contingent from Atlanta Marietta Macon Savannah Albany and other points to form a thirty five man squad competing at 100 to 1000 yards with forty one teams at Seagirt.
At Federation hall a Labor Day planning meeting announced James O Connell will deliver the main address. The parade committee aims for a larger procession with more bands and floats and a prize for best marching body. The program lists Invocation by Rev Dr Wilmer and speeches by Jerome Jones and James G Woodward among others.
Private Leased Wire reports the White River Ute band in Utah has pulled stakes from their teepees, moved belongings, and journeyed with families toward the rising sun. Commissioner Leupp warns of a peaceful uprising while noting uncertainty about their intent. Local observers doubt hostile actions given women and children with the group.
Special to The Georgian. Jasper Alabama August 27 The week ending has been very favorable for the cotton crop in this section. Rainfall was light compared with the past weeks which seems to have given cotton an advantage over any week for some time past.
Glynn County Agricultural Society selects Mia H S Gould Mesara J E Dubberly G W Cline and G W Ww as delegates to the sixtieth annual Georgia State Agricultural Society convention in Griffin on the 20th and 21st Inst. Alternates are Messra John Curr Jones W H Shadman and Rian Dubberly.
The season is late but prices are in accordance as twenty four thousand of the best Mason fruit jars have just been received.
A local sale proclaims big line screen doors are offered at exactly half price while supplies last. Shoppers are urged to hurry to secure the best selection before the deal ends.
Local retailer highlights wide stock of hammocks with major price cuts this week, inviting shoppers to browse the selection and take advantage of discounted rates on all sizes and styles.
Savings offer highlights a weekly deal on Lawa Hose products. Emphasizes best value and a limited time chance to save, inviting customers to act soon.
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