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Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
COMPACT OF Thieves
FAIL; ONE IS KILLED
italian Journalist Shot Down
by Crime Confederate Over
Division of Spells

DENVER, Colo. March 2S.-Andrew G.
Puro. said to be an italian journalist,
was shot and killed on crowded street
in the downtown district last night.
PHILIPPE Dropolia is under arrest, charged
with the murder.
Dropolia attempted to escape after the
shooting, but was captured by the po-
lice. When arrested he is said to have
declared Puro and he had carried out a
successful diamond robbery in Vancouv-
er, but that Puro had stolen his share
of the jewels and had betrayed him to
the police.
Papers found on Puro's body indicate
that he has been employed on several
italian newspapers throughout the coun-
try. Dropolia carried naturalization pa
pers issued in Pinckneyville, Ky.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Has Cured More Ruptures
Than All Operations Ever Performed
No Hospital or Doctors Bills; No loss of Time
from Work, and Not Single Penny to
Pay If You Don't Get Better.

No longer any need to drag through life in
the clutches Of rupture.
No operation, no big expense to stand In your
way. And not a single cents worth OF risk
after dollar without finding thing that has
done any good. You who have been AFRAID
that some day you'd have to risk the dangers
of operation-you who dread the surgeon :
nent weakness OF death about as often as IN
recovery.
In the lest "a years more ruptured people
have been cured without operation than by all
operations ever performed
Cured without being in bed a single day
without losing a single hour from work.
Cured by the wonder-working Cluthe Truss
(Cluthe Mechanical Massager)-something SO
remarkably beneficial that in 90 cases out OF
every 100 relief is immediate, and in most
cases cure begins at once. For this Tar more
than a truss-far more than merely oeFlee
for holding the rupture IN place.
Try Tt at Our Risk
We have so much faith in the Cluthe Truss
that we are willing TO let you prove, by Try
ing it at our risk, just what it VIII do Tor
you.
place. when working and at all other times
IF il doesn't do you a world Of good-then
Il won't cost you a single cent. All guaran-
teed in writing.
Cure Takes Place While You Work
cIuthe Truss-right from the first day
will put an end to all danger of your rupture
And in addition-while you go on working
rqeInember-it soon overcomes the weakness
winch Is the real cause of rupture
Does it by massaging the weak ruptured
parts--An entire-y automatically
And this stimulating massage strengthens
just as exercise strengthens weak arm-tn
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
LAGRANGE WILL BUILD
100000 COTTON MILL
Handsome New Plant Will
Have 10000 SpindIes--En-
thuSiaStic Meeting

LAGRANGE, Ca, March 2S-The or
ganization Of Dunson mills, LaGrange's
latest $4,000 cotton manufacturing en-
terprise. was perfected yesterday after
noon at a meeting of the many stock
holders at court house.
1t was the intention of the promoters
of this cotton mill to build a 10000 spindle
mill. but the $4,000 needed was so far
over-subscribed that it has been deter
mined to make 1t 10000 spindles, at a cost
OF $500, 900, and a resolution increasing the
stock to the last amount was passed at
this meeting, more than 100000 having al
ready been subscribed. The balance need
ed viii no doubt be Immediately forth
coming, for careful investors have learn
ed that LAGRANGE cotton mills are sure
dividend payers.
The following gentlemen, some of them
among the city's best known capitalists
and cotton mill men, were elected to the
board of directors: J. M. Barnard, o. A.
Dunson, A. H. Cary, Phil Hagedorn, J..
E. Dunson, w. E. Morgan, r. NJ. Ridley,
Jr ]. d. Edmundson, f. J. Pike, w. s.
Dunson, r. o. Pharr, r. OgIetree, w.
A. Reeves. T. ]. Thornton. p H. Hutchin-
son, W. L. HARRISON. S. H. Dunson, c..
w. Smith. Lew Mayors. g. E. Dallis and
E. ID. Daniel.
president; Maj ]. M. Barnard, vice pres
ident and Mr.. T. ]. Thornton, secretary
and treasurer.
The site has already been purchased and
is admirably located about one-fourth
of a mile northeast of the city, along all
three Of our railroads, and extending
from one public road to another, with two
streams of water running through it.
March % bids will be received and con-
tracts awarded for the construction of
the big buildings, and on sne day follow
ing contracts will be let for the fun equip
ment of the power plant which will be re-
quired to light and run the big mill
The entire equipment of machinery has
already been purchased on the most adj
vantageous basis, and viii be ready to be
installed as soon as the buildings can be
completed.
1t is the intention of those In charge Of
this enterprise to make 1t one of the best
and most modern plants in the south, ev-
cry machine and every appliance In the
way of labor savig machinery needed is
to be provided. 1t will be one of the
model mills of the country That it will
be successfully and probably operated
there can be no question, for the men in
charge know how" from long and sue
cessful experience in the conduct Of big
affairs.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Resolutions Adopted
At CuIIOden MeetinQ

CULLODEN, Ca, March 23.--Since the
scout car, representing The Atlanta Jour
Mathew York Herald good roads move
ment. passed through Culloden on Mon
day last there has been much enthusiasm
felt and expressed on the good roads
movement. The citizens OF this city and
surrounding territory are anxious that the
permanent route selected be that travers-
ed by the scout cars.
The enthusiasm eliminated into spon-
taneous movement and a mass meeting
of citizens was held at Culloden, which
was largely attended. Mr.. u. S. Fuller
being made chairman and L. S. Winn and
H. Z. Chambliss secretaries.
After many enthusiastic speeches were
made by citizens present at the meeting,
the following resolutions were introduced
and adopted:
whereas. The Atlanta Journal-New
York Herald scout cars are now en-
gagged in selecting a route for the extern
sion of the national automobile high
was largely attended, Mr.. u. s. Fuller
and,
whereas, the proposed route passes
through Culloden, therefore, be it re-
solved.
First, That we, citizens of cunoden
and the counties of Monroe and Craw-
ford. in mass meeting assembled, urge
anu request 1AA<Al the Ioutc lldNtiScQ
Griffin via Yatesville, Culloden, Musella,
Knoxville and Roberta 10 Fort Valley be
selected
Second. That we pledge our best eff
forts toward the Improvement and es-
Enlistment of good roads on said route
In Monroe and Crawford counties.
Third, That we viii cooperate in ev-
cry practical and feasible way with the
road commissioners Of said counties to-
ward the establishment and mainten-
ance OF good roads on said route.
Fourth, That the citizens of Yates
VILE. Musella and Roberta be requested
70 meet with the citizens Of CullOden at
Yatesville on March % to devise means
OF cooperation in securing the route
above referred to.
Fifth, That the road commissioners of
Crawford. Epson and Monroe counties
be urged and requested to attend the
meeting at Yatesville"
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
PHYSICIAN SAID APPENDICITIS


i thought I would do you favor and
let you know what DIR. Kilmer's swamp
Root has done so far for me.
About one year ago was taken sick
with a terrible pain in my right side.
My family physician pronounced it APP
pendicitis. About two weeks ago re-
ceived your Almanac and read in 1t
about weak kidneys, and my back hurt
ing me so much, thought I would try
your Swamp-Root and to my great
establishment, after using one bottle, l
expelled three gall stones, which weighed
1875 grains-fust think OF It. My kid
neys are not wei yet. and so have con-
Guided to continue with Swamp-Root
Mr. Schwal0e. the druggist, thought that
II never was appendicitis and that the
doctor had made a mistake. II was no
doubt. gall stones that caused the trou-
BILE, or they would not have come away
so soon after commencing with Swamp
Root
I shall always praise DIR. Kilmer's
Swamp-Root to all those who suffer
from kidney, liver and bladder troubles
and am very thankful that / ever dis
covered such a worthy remedy. feel
confident that IL win cure me entirely Of
all kidney and liver trouble.
MRS. MARY ]. SCHNITTGER,
1902 18th ST. and 9Th Ave,
Nebraska City, Neb.
Personally appeared before me this
s1st day Of August, 1909. Mrs. Mary j..
Schnittger, who subscribed the above
statement and made oath that the same
IS true in substance and in fact
A p. YOUNG. County Clerk
LOUIS STUFF. Deputy.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24

ed ahead by J. T. williams, OF Lees,
a merlber OF the county commission.
Mr.. williams car happened to have
the misfortune TO puncture, however,
which detained him on the road, and
prevented him ITO arrive in time to be
with his guests.
The Live Oak delegation which was
waiting at Ellaville. was decked like
their predecessors had been, with ban
ners and flags. They wore unique dec
orations, however, proclaiming by print
ed placards and painted banners the
following on the one, "Hurrah, The
Atlanta Journal. New York Herald, Ma
tional Highway" and on the other this:
'.Andersonville and Suwanee River Auto
Route
Buttons reading, BE Booster OF SUI
vance County were pinned upon the
blouses Of the scouts. short distance
beyond Ellaville. just before sunset the
scouts and their escort crossed the Su-
vance river famed In song the world
over.
The moment was one well worth COM
ing all the way from Atlanta by road
to experience. Six miles before entering
Live Oak the scouts crossed a large
area OF burning sawdust. They and
their escort literally came through the
fire, picking their way hurriedly
through many yards of thick smoke and
a roadway Of live embers. For sever
al miles before they arrived in Live
Oak the scouts came along temporary
road. cleared for them, in the last As
hours that they might see where the new
and real road has been surveyed and is
being built
Madison and Suwanee counties are on
fire with good roads enthusiasm all
stirred within the last few days by
sile highway announcement And the
most substantial men OF each county
are leading it A fine road will be
built at least from Fort Valley to here,
whichever way the national highway
goes. The lawns Of the residence
streets in Live Oak along which the
scouts entered this town at dark on
Wednesday afternoon were peopled with
ladies, who waved laughing welcome TO
the good roads evangelists. In the
heart OF Live Oak the scouts passed be-
meath a big national ensign swung
across the street and q salvo Of cheers
from a thousand threats greeted them as
they came to a stop.
The street was full OF cars and peo-
pie, with many ladies among the latter.
Mrs. D. o. Henry presented tremen-
dous bouquet OF roses to the scouts on
behalf of the ladies of Live Oak and
Hamilton Pelz, of the Herald, made ex-
temporaneous acknowledgment OF the
compliment.
Thursdays run VIII finish the road to
Jacksonville. The distance from Moul-
trie to here is found to be s6.5 miles,
making the total from Atlanta to Live
Oak 1854 miles.
A very appreciated courtesy was shown
the scouts here by the young lady in
charge Of the Western Union office. who
not only lost much sleep in order to
handle their dispatches. but did it cheer
fully and nicely.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
CHRISTIAN CHURCH
MAY BUILD COLLEGE

COLUMBUS. Ga, March pa large
college may be established in Columbus
by members of the Christian church at
an early date.
j. Hopwood, of Lynchburg, Va, has
been in the city several days looking
over the field with this end in view and
ii is said that he is much impressed
with the advantages offered here for
such an institution. 1t is proposed to
establish college to be operated along
Industrial lines in the main. but the
curriculum in literary endeavor is to be
strictly college Of the highest type.
The site desired is to comprise sever
al acres of good land and it must be
close in. 1t is known that such sites
are available in Columbus and it is be-
lieved that this city will be selected for
the big college.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Sprinu Medicine

Is made a yearly necessity by yearly
certainty-the return in the spring, II
some degree or other, Of such troubles
as pimples. blotches and other eruptions
biIiousness. headache, loss of appetite
and that tired feeling.
The Perfect Spring Medicine cures al
these troubles and builds up the whole
system. 1t Is Hoods Sarsaparilla and
Pills-the best possible medicinal com
bination.
Mrs. Feist, 1904 Oakdale ST., Philadel-
phia, Pa, says: 1--WE have all been taxi
ing Hoods Sarsaparilla and Pills during
the spring for impure blood, that tired
feeling and loss of appetite, and have
derived great benefit"
Accept no substitutes for Hoods Sarsa-
pariIla and Pills, for no substitutes aci
like them. fH xt
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
BREAKS TEETH ON BARS
TRYING TO GAIN LIBERTY

Barnett Norwood, So years Of age, a
painter, who was arrested Wednesday
evening charged with creating a disturb
ance at the home of his brother-in-law, 81
Fowler street, is now badly in need of a
dentist.
During the evening the man evidently
decided that he could gnaw his way to
liberty and started working on the steel
bars with his teeth. Several perfectly
good moIars are now missing.
Despite the injuries to his teeth, the
man was still gnawing on the steel when
found by the turnkey.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24

most soon makes the ruptured parts 80
strong that no sign of the rupture is left.
That is how the ClCthe Truss has cured
some of the worst cases Of rupture on tecord--
cured many Of them after everything else,
incluGing operation. had proved utterly use
less
Free Book Tells All About &c
So that you can judge for YOURSELF we want
to send you-free-our cloth-bound book OF
advice.
1t sums up all have learned IN 40 years
of day-after~lay experience 1t deals with rup-
ture in all its forms and stages; explains the
dangers OF operations; puts you guard
against throwing money away.
And 1T tells all about the CIuthe Truss
how little ii eosts-how 1t ends all expense
how It is water proof-bow 1t has no springs,
band belt or elastic around your waist no leg
straps. nothing TO. pinch. chafe. squeeze or
bind. And how you can try q Cluthe Truss
entirely at our risk.
Book sent in plain. sealed envelope. Write
for IL today-dOn't put 1t off-don't try TO
make up your mind way tie other
about the CIuthe Truss until you see. az told
in this book how thousands badly ruptured
as you have been restored to full strength
and usefulness
Just use the coupon. simply soy In
letter or postal "Send me your book" In writ
ing us. please give our box number as be-
low.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
TWO KILLED, ONE SHOT
IN OLD FAMILY FEUD

ROANOKE. Va, March 2s.-Luther
Lowe and Robert Lester are dead, and
Henry Lester is mortally wounded as the
result of fight in the western portion
of farewell county fast night, ara Ben
Lester. a cousin of Henry Lester. Is
said to have started for the court house
to surrender and plead guilty 20 the
double murder.
The community Is In state of excite
ment over the shooting. For years bad
feeling has existed between the Loves
and Testers over land deal consufnmat-
ed several years ago. and as result a
number of fights have taken place be-
tween them.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24

#~N~NA~~~m~~~~
81 fhe golden roses shows the wealth
Of our welcome 70 you. with the hope
that your coming amongst US means the
read is coming. too"
At O'Clock the scouts reluctantly broke
away from the charming and cordial Ia
dies and gentlemen from Madison to re-
sumo their road work again. Ere they
could start the car. however. they were
startled By q veritable storm OF roses,
which would have tempted the eye of
the most fastldious in florists window
IN Atlanta
Other handsfu1 OF these fragrant bios
SONS were thrown among the scouts
tin their car was a mass Of vari-coi-
ored petals and its tonneau was deep
with them. The roses were hung about
the car till II looked like contestant
in some flower parade. Thus IL moved
away.
LIVE OAK DELEGATION.
It's escort consisted OF many OF those
who had met IL earlier in the day. with
several new faces among them All ex-
cept one OF the Madison cars turned
back homeward at Ellaville. 73.3 miles.
where on the very banks OF the Suwanee
rffer the Live Oak welcoming delega-
ton OF ten cars was waiting.
u. L Fonda and his party came on
to Live Oak in their car. Those In the
1--we Oak outpost OF welcome were Capt
w J. Hillman. one OF the wealthiest
men in this section; Maj. Fl. W. Lyle.
IT. s. Baisden. c. T. Baisden. T. S.
Baisden. Jr-. ". A Edwards. C. ID.
Blackwell. @. p Butler. G. E Porter,
ST. J. T. CARROLL. r. e. MCNEIL. o. o.
williams, ]. Radsord. A s. Byers. L
s. Harvard, u B. williams. O. L Wat
kins. W. c. White. Mrs. ". C. White,
Miss Blanche Grub. Fl. j. Hood, c. z.
Jones' Brown Byrd. Harvey Byrd. John
CrandeI. Joe Hinely. Herbert Byrd. III.
j. Mays, G. H Davis. C. T. Beggs.
A very pleasant incident OF the Jour
neg out OF Madison occurred shortly aft
er the scouts had left that town.
6 p. Mays. a farmer. waved the scouts
70 . full stop in front OF his home,
and presented them with a fragrant
bouquet OF orange blossoms contained
in . horn formed from Tuesday morn
sngs edition OF The Journal, where the
cartoon showed the scouts as making a
trial flight. southwark Mr. Mays name
was stamped on the paper. He had
been regularly reading each day that
the scouts were coming BY Madison and
he had prepared this pleasing welcome
1cr them
shortly beyond there q sawmfl1 back
IN the woods blew vigorous salute 10
khe scouts and their escorts as they
passed At Lees Station. on the Sea-
board. the scouts found a tub OF ice
lemonade awaiting for them on the
porch Of one Of the stores. II had
been prepared on instructions telephon-
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
A FOOD STORY
Makes a Woman of 20 zone
in 10000"

The widow OF one OF Ohio's most dis
kingulshed newspaper editors and q Ia
m0us leader IN politics in his day, says
she Is 70 years old and q stronger wo-
man than you win find IN ten thousand .
and she credits her fine physical condi-
zion 10 the use OF Grape-Nuts-
Many years ago I had terrible fan
which permanently injured my stomach.
TOR years lived on preparation OF corn
starch and milk. bur II grew so repug-
nant % me that I had to give il mp.
Then tried. Aone after another, dozen
different kinds OF cereals. but the process
OF digestion gave me great pain.
1T was not until I began to use Grape
Nuts food three years ago that found
relief II has proved, with the dear
Lords blessing. great boon to me. II
brought me health and vigor such as
never expected TO again enjoy. and IN
wrafitude I never fail TO sound its
praise" Name given by Postum Co. Bat
lie Greek. Mich
There's q Reason.
Look for II in the little book, 1.-THE
Road TO MELVILLE" 70 be found in pkgs
Ever read the above letter?
A new one appears from time
to time. They are genuine,
true, and full of human inter-
est
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
EDITOR HARVEY PLEADS
FOR W0MAN'S CAUSE

RICHMOND, va, March Cool
George Harvey. editor of the North
American Review and Harper's Weekly,
spoke here Tuesday evening under the
auspices of the Equal Suffrage League of
virginia He was introduced by Maj. j.
&c. Hemphill, editor of the Times-Dis-
patch, and advocated the cause. of woman
suffrage.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
The Danger of limitations.

druggist The Practical Druggist prominent New York
Drug follows CastO All the formulas
have worked with either Ineffective dsageeabe administer
To The Practical Druggist" replies We do not supply formulas for
proprietary articles We couldn't wanted His with initiative
formulas surprising but just what to be expected When CastOra
wanted why supply the genuine you make substitute not fair or
right to label Ca We give all sorts of laxative preparations M
Children Cto who asks for Ctoa would not
feel kindly toward you you her your product under such name
No with spark affection for her child will overlook the sigma
of Chas. e. Fletcher when buying Castona
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Patents Issued

WASHINGTON, d. c., March 2S-Pat-
ents issued: William NJ. Snyder. savan-
nah, switch mechanism for trolley cars;
Freeman d. Tarver, vaIdosta, plow; Roy
]. Woodbury.. Atlanta. machine for hold
ing and dispensing soda water straws.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
SHIPPERS REACH AN
AMIcABLE SETTLEMENT

BERLIN, March 23-It is announced
here that the transatlantic shipping rep
resentatives who have been in conference
at Cologne since Tuesday last have reach
ed a friendly arrangement of the several
disputed points in the way of a renewal
Of the Atlantic conference pool agree
ment. The members of the conference
will meet again this morning.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
ANNOUNCEMENT WAS
PREMATURE REED SAYS

PADUCAH, KY. March 2S.-Judge Will
liam M. Reed today said that the an
nouncement yesterday by his friends OF
his candidacy for the Democratic nomi-
nation for governor of Kentucky was pre-
mature.
He added that he was unwilling, how
ever, to say that he would not be can
didate.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
cREEL is GIVEN CROSS
OF ORDER OF OLAF

MEXICO CITY, March 2s-Through the
Norwegian minister Michael Lie. now in
Havana, Enrique C. Creel, minister of
foreign affairs, has received notification
that King Haakon has conferred upon
him the grand cross of the royal order of
Saint Olaf.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Letter to
DR.. Kilmer b Co.
Binghamton, N. x.

Prove what swamp-Root WIN DO For
xou.
Send to DR.. Kilmer & Co, Binghamton,
N. Y, for a sample bottle. 1t win con-
vince anyone. You will also receive a
booklet of valuable information, telling
an about the kidneys and bladder. When
writing, be sure and mention The At
Ianta Semi-Weefly Journal. Regular
ffty-cent and one-dollar size bottles for
sale at all drug stores.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Found Dead in Street

SAN ANTONIO. March 2S.-Gregorio
Teno. an aged man. was found by the
police shortly after midnight in the mid
die of the street near his home dead.
He was stabbed in the breast. The body
was still warm when found The police
have clues, but no arrests have been
made yet
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
Consumption's Daily Monument.

Every 80 Seconds, Someone Dies From Consump-
tion, Die Each Minute, 120 Each Hour.
1850 Each Day, and 1000, 900 Each Year.
Loss Of Flesh, Night Sweats, Hemorrhages,
soreness or pain in the chest or under the shout
der blades or any other deadly symptom Of Con-
sumption, should send for trial package OF DR..
Hills New Rational Remedy and testimonials
from hundreds who have been cured. This treat
ment quickly checks further progress Of the
disease and produces new resisting power, APP
petite, flesh and good health.
DR.. Hill will gladly furnish you with suffi-
Client evidences as to his good standing in Jack
son. All throat and lung sufferers should send
for free trial package at once. Use coupon be-
low.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1911-03-24
VETERANS TO MEET AT
COURT HOUSE MONDAY

Commander Julius H. Cook, of the
United Confederate veterans. has called
the members of Camp w. II. T. Walker,
925, u. C. ", to assemble at the court
house on next Monday night. A full at
tendance is desired, as business of impor-
lance will be transacted.