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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1906
Page
8
Panic broke out when an explosion on a trolley car near Camden sent men and women scrambling for doors. Seven or more killed and many injured as passengers tumbled over one another. Gertrude Anthony among the dead.
The Credit Men's Association of Atlanta plans a campaign against bucket shops. A Piedmont hotel meeting endorsed a bill. a special committee, led by K Orr Shoe Co, will push Fulton County reps to introduce it next session. Dr Len G Broughton will aid in mobilizing ministers statewide.
Special to The Georgian Spartanburg South Carolina June 8 The public schools of Spartanburg closed this morning with appropriate exercises in the Converse Street school building Certificates of $0 were awarded to the pupils of the ninth grade The attendance has been large and trustees plan to expend $30 000 in erecting a new school building
The Independent Order of Red Men in Winder Georgia formed a new tribe No. 42 in Monroe on Wednesday night. Sevens were received into the new council with instituting officers led by J. W. Baunders as prophet and Claude Mayne as chem. F. W. Bondurant listed as senior. Officers of the new council to be elected next Wednesday night.
The text offers a $900 reward for evidence leading to the arrest and conviction of the party or parties who maliciously cut or interfere with or destroy property of the company, payable for information that results in arrest and conviction. The notice emphasizes protecting company property and deterring interference.
The Independent reprints Grover Cleveland urging jail terms for hunters who shoot quail on the ground. He condemns cruel or reckless acts and proposes a law to imprison anyone who kills multiple quail at once, citing humane concerns and the value of sport. The piece frames hunting ethics and animal welfare.
The Georgian reports the sixteenth annual convention of the bankers or financial society began with a grand opening at Lookout Inn in Chattanooga Tennessee. Noted attendees and events described.
Mrs. M. Herndon, an elderly resident of 61 East Ellis street, was thrown from a cab on Forsyth street while en route to Macon for hospital treatment. She suffered fatal injuries after her neck wound opened from the jolt, and was returned home. The accident involved cabman Richard Wiley and driver Will Searcy as Wiley's horse ran amok.
A grand private residence for J. Carroll Payne rises at Fourth and Peachtree streets in Atlanta. Architect Harry Leslie Walker designed a two story red brick front with slate roof, slated for completion by Christmas next winter. Interior features include Flemish oak hall, solid mahogany library, ivory enamel dining room, and a steam heating system with solid sinks and fixtures. The full house aims to rival the largest private homes in the country.
Sworn charges and a removal petition have been filed with Governor Higgins accusing William Travers Jerome of felony and misdemeanors. The five New York citizens claim Jerome accepted campaign funds to hinder prosecutions and refused to prosecute Metropolitan Street Railway officials, seeking his removal from the New York County district attorney post.
Bishop Nelson led the cornerstone ceremony at St Luke’s Episcopal Church at Peachtree and Alexander streets on a Thursday afternoon. A large crowd attended with clergy, a choir, and speakers including Colonel Z D Harrison and Rabbi Marx. The plan calls for a about 60 by 200 feet building with a 40 foot ceiling, marking it as the city’s largest Episcopal church.
Railroad companies offer round trip tickets for the homecoming week from Atlanta to Nashville and Louisville with one fare plus 25 cents, extending to July 23. Three daily trains depart 6:35 am, 4:50 pm, and night services with through sleepers on key trains. Information available from J. A. Thomas or C. B. Walker at Peachtree Viaduct offices.
Report from the American Medical Association in Boston cites Dr Alex MacNichol claiming that 10 000 of 63 000 examined New York City school children show defects and maladies from alcoholic taint heredity. Data indicate 85 percent heart disease 20 percent spinal defects 27 percent tubercular 60 percent anaemic and 50 percent with neurosis.
In Fort Gaines on June 8 the Clay County Democratic primary produced nominations for Emmet R. Shaw representative BE L Peterson clerk of the superior court W W Beard sheriff GB S toner tax receiver J P Best tax collector J P Y Brown treasurer. In Huntsville Dr Samuel H Lowry noted physician died after months of illness funeral services to be held Maple Hill cemetery wife and one child survive.
Spartanburg South Carolina June events begin with an exhibit by the athletic team at Burnett gymnasium tonight. The annual junior debate is Saturday night, the commencement sermon Sunday by Rev J W Lee of Atlanta, the literary address Monday by Dr Frank Lander, and graduation day Tuesday. Alumni banquet Monday night.
The state railroad commission met in Spartanburg to hear complaints from business leaders about poor passenger service on the Charleston and Western Carolina line between Spartanburg and Augusta. They cited no schedule improvements or added trains in twenty years and will push railroad officials to provide better service.
In New York on June 8 the Cortlandt Street exchange head, Day Manager Arth, forbade girls on the telephone line from wearing brown waists, white short sleeves, or open-work hosiery. The order sparked rebellion as workers petition or protest the rule.
Eliza Echols Glenn aged 88 dies in Columbus Ohio from old age after a long life that began as a girl in service and later became known for accompanying General Lafayette with flowers. Private Leased Wire reports the obituary noting her memory and Pioneer era ties.
Funeral services for little Hugh Ine man Grant were conducted Thursday afternoon at the Peach Tree Street residence. P. Bridewell of the First Presbyterian officiated. Mrs Jar and Mr Marshbank sang Abide With Me Asleep in Jesus and My Faith Looks Up to Thee. Large gathering attended.
Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family as the interment occurred in the Oakland cemetery vault with only family members present. The service reflected solemn mourning and familial support during this quiet observance.
Seaboard announces a through sleeping car service starting this Saturday and running each Saturday through June July and August. Cars depart Atlanta at 9 35 p m and arrive at Wrightsville Beach hotels by 11, with return trips the next morning to Atlanta by 9 am. Season tickets priced at 1855 with five day return options at 5.
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