Preachers Plead for Leo Frank in Atlanta Churches
Three pastors urged a new trial for Leo M. Frank, condemned for the Mary Myngan murder, arguing public sentiment prevented a fair hearing. They noted evidence concerns, cited James Conley’s testimony, and pressed that race or religion should not dictate justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Gla
Leo St. Frank
Mary Myngan
Frank
Lo. Bricker
First Christian Church
A R. Walderby
Moore Memorial Church
Julian 8. Rodgers
East Atmot Baptist Church
Holderby
Bricker
James Conley
Tadeér
Long Life 15 Ends in Pensacola County's Oldest Man Dies
Isaac Cooley of Pensacola Florida dies at 114 years old the oldest man in Escambia county He was born in South Carolina in 1810 and is survived by over 100 grandchildren great grandchildren and great great grandchildren He credited his long life to regular habits and rising at daybreak His wife died a year ago and was two years his senior.
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Pensacola
Fla
Isaac Cooley
Escandhla County
South Carolina
Fatal melee at Bamboo details unclear report
At Bamboo near Wildwood March 15 a deadly fight among workers left three dead. Precious Elkins killed Hazel Patterson and John Patterson. a brother of Hazel Patterson shot Elkins, who later died after being struck. A second assailant was mortally wounded by a rifle blow.
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Wildwood
Pla
Bamboo
Here
Precious Elkins
Hzel Patterson
John Patterson
Hazel Patterson
Elkins
Telie
Neau
Bankers and Farmers Unite for Agriculture Ahead of Tulsa Meeting
Frederik B Farnsworth of New York general secretary of the American Bankers Association tells the Dry Farming Congress in Tulsa that bankers work with farmers for stronger agriculture. He says bankers see farming as fundamental to the country and banks as warehouses turning soil wealth into money and credit. He urges broader mutual activities to meet national needs.
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Frederik B. Farnsworth
New York
American Bankere’ Association
Dry Farming Congress
Tulsa
Ohia
Baker
Postoffice Burned and Man Slain by Bandits in Cal
In San Diego a postoffice and customs office at Tecate were burned. Postmaster Frank V. Johnson was fatally shot by three bandits believed Mexican. Wounded was Warren Wid enback. A charred American flag was found amid the ruins. A posse pursued the attackers as telegrams requested investigations from government officials. Johnson's body brought to San Diego for burial.
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San Diego
Cal
United States Customs Office
Ant Tecate
Frank V. Johnson
Warren Wid
Enback
Jonson
Joineon
Fort Rose‘erans
Tecate
Sotomobile
Maj. Davis
Department
San Francisco
Johnson
Calamity Howlers Claim National Ruin Amid Jobs Rise
The Norfolk Virginian-Pilot reports shoe factories in St Louis will add 6000 to 7000 workers next week, boosting total employment to a record high. Rolling mills also raise staff by fifty percent. the piece links such growth to Democratic policy, countering Republican calamity talk.
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Able
St. Louis
Iso Democratic
Norfolk
Political Scratch and the Edgefield Itch Reflected in Almanac Wit
An Edgefield Chronicle note comments on South Carolina voters scratching candidates and politicians rather than ballots, noting the political itch spreads through Edgefield County. The piece mocks campaign cash influence and the electorate’s scratching at the poles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Lirhumingham
Ala. Ledger
Mt Us
Sue Whatfil
Wfice
Edgefield County
Edgefield
Kickapoo Worm Killer Exposed Ad Claim
An old advertisement promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a cure for a child’s worms and related symptoms. It claims expulsion of seat stomach and oil worms, promises relief, and markets the candy confection tied to Druggists and stores in Philadelphia or St. Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Druegista
Kickspoo Indian Med. Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Child Killed by Auto In Jacksonville Incident
Ronald Maro five-year-old son of Bir and Mrs. R. P. Maro was struck by an automobile in Jacksonville Florida. The collision occurred late this afternoon and the boy died about a half hour later in a local hospital. The car was driven by W W Byles of Ocala with his wife and brother accompanying him.
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Ocala
Jacksonville
Fla
Ronald Maro
Bir
R. P. Maro
W. W. Byles
Electric Bitters Boost Spring Health Promise
A vintage ad touts Electric Bitters as a spring tonic to cleanse kidneys liver and bowels restore energy and health after winter impurities. It claims a four week treatment will prepare for spring work with a money back guarantee. Also mentions Mulford's blood purifier and distributor details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E Buckien & Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Priests Relate Tale of Horrow in Tamaulipas Violence
New Orleans reports from Father Jose Moreno Madina and Father Ramon Gonzales recount mass killings and looting by rebels in Tamaulipas. Convent fires, church desecration, and the kidnapping of rector Father Cela de Leon and two aides are noted as ransom demands mount. The two priests fled Victoria after witnessing massacre and arson.
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New Orleans
Tamaulipas
Jose Moreno Madina
Ramon Gonzales
Brownsville
Texas
Victoria
Mexico
Sollars
Col. Cavallaro
Father Madian
Jose Guzman
Father Madina
Guzman
Tolan
Victoria Gald
Madina
Cela de Leon
Basilia
Louiz Romanez
Kindling at Kerrs Sparks Firehouse Fumble
A son of Erin yelled fire in Kerrs street causing a false alarm. The Kerr household, visiting Miller and Bradley, triggered a rapid fire department response before the blaze was found to be in a cellar. The mixup ended with laughter and lessons on alarm handling.
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Erin
J. D. Kerr
St. Patrick
Clty
P. W. Miller
Bradley
Mr. Miller
Mr. Kerr
Miller
Abbeyill
New York
City Election Results for Mayor and Aldermen
City voters elected Gambrell Chalmers mayor with a 248 to 168 tally while Aldermen faced no opposition in most wards. Ward results show Syfan 60, Cochran 50, Shirley 30, Williame 45, Henry 41.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gambrell Chalmers City
Gambrell
Syfan
Cochran
Plate Glass Fronts in Abbeville Spotlight Local Elegance
Abbeville may be the state’s city of plate glass fronts with many store fronts showcasing beauty over size. In the last two weeks two new fronts were installed in Dr. BE Harrison’s and Mr. Wat Barnwell’s store rooms, reflecting a civic aim for refined storefronts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbeville
BE. Harrison
Wat
Barnwell
Carolina Will Be Sung at County School Fair
Song lyrics by Timrod set to Burgess music will be performed at the County School Fair with selections approved for statewide use. Officials B B Cheatham and A W Ayers note the five verses chosen from page two and indicate music available from Sinden Music Co Columbia S C.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sinden Music Co
Columbia
8. C
Henos
Yeggmen Blow Safe In Griffin Store
Yeggmen blew the safe in the store of R. R. Walker & Brother in East Griffin late last night and carried off over 800 dollars in cash. Payday at the Georgia Cotton Mills boosted the firm's collections. No clues or arrests reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffin, Ga
R. Walker & Brother
East Grn
Georgia Cotton Mills
Wes
Will Breed Cattle Rally Promises Local Funding Plan
Cordele bankers attended a livestock rally and pledged from 30000 to 49000 dollars over two years at a low rate to aid Crisp county farmers. The meeting discussed dairy farming exports and state, national departments, and Southern railway input. Preparations targeted cattle tick eradication and quarantine lifting in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cordele
Crisp County
Addras&as
Southern Railway
Albany
West End Notes Highlight Local Visiting Guests
Rev Henry Pressly of Mexico has preached in Atoka Tennessee for three months, with eighteen friends and relatives visiting. Mrs J M Wilkerson of Coronacs visited Mrs J A Dickson. Union Mrs Shubert Clark of Raleigh NC guests of Mrs R N Tiddy. Ludie Cox entertained guests including R E Cox Will Calvert Lizzie Susan W A Stevenson and L W Keller. John White and others moved to rooms with Mrs Allen. Esther Graydon home from Bre Naut to attend Lyon Klugh wedding. T H Forman home after visit to Atlanta. Miss Mary Bradley from Woman's College Due West home for Lyon Klugh wedding. Sidney Eason of Charleston weekend guest. Mrs DH McMurray hosted an afternoon for Miss Hattie Lyon with spring decor and a Rook game. Katharine Linte led in rock, Lyon honored with Hoen pie. Dinner balad course served. James Lawson weekend at Calhoun Falls. Mrs W D Morrah of Belleview also in city for Lyon Klugh wedding. Miss Margaret Cothran improving. After month, Fred Huws will be at home on Wardlaw Street, occupying rooms with Mrs J A Dickson. Turner of Greenwood guests of Mrs C J Lyon. Hattie Lyon honored guest at a reception hosted by Miss Mary Bradley. daffodils and ferns decor the home, about thirty guests, dancing and refreshments.
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J. A. Dickson
Allen
Sidney Eason
Charleston
DH. McMurray
Hattie Lyon
Katharine Linte
Miss Lyon
James Lawson
Calhoun Falls
W. D. Morrah
Belleview
Margaret Cothran
Fred Huw
Wardlaw Street
Turner
Greenwood
C. J. Lyon
Miles Hattie Lyon
Mary Bradley
Evans to Decide on Senate Run Amid Pressure
Columbia March 14 Politicians report former Governor John Gary Evans is weighing a U S Senate bid. While he has not announced a date he is said to be seriously considering entry, with strong supports and talks ongoing in Columbia. The race currently features Cole L Blease and incumbent Senator E B Smith, and Evans entry could realign alliances.
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Coumbia
Joh Gary Evans
Nce
United States Senate
Evans
General Assembly
Columbia
Cole L. Blease
United States
EB. D. Smith
Ines
Verner Calls South Carolina A Lawless People
South Carolina State Senator B E Verner of Oconee County assails compulsory education bills and says the state is a lawless people. He criticizes vanity, provincialism, and the habit of making laws, noting widespread agreement on reform yet persistent resistance to it. The column frames his views as sincere and urges honest self-examination across the state and its neighbors.
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B. E. Verner
Oconee County
South Carolina
Verner
States
United States
South
Charleston
Columbia
Tina
Washington D.C
Mr. Verner
Blensstein
Vernor
North Carolina
Charolett Obeeryer
Dr Harrison Improves After Afternoon Health Update
The note reports Dr. Harrison is thought to be somewhat better after yesterday’s afternoon illness. The piece adds a remark on women sometimes marrying the wrong man due to financial constraints and fear of extended spinsterhood.
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Maich
Women Enter Beekeeping for Pin Money and Health
Emily Tucker asserts beekeeping suits women, offering flexible hours and health benefits. She notes city rooftops to suburbs as ideal, recounts eight years of practice with sisters, rising from four to thirteen hives and variable honey yields. The article cites selling honey at 25 cents per box and additional income from dealers.
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Emily
Tucker
Bealde
Report on The National Bank of Abbeville 1914 Condition
Bankers and officers filed the March 4 1914 statement listing resources liabilities and deposits. The report sworn by J W Boyd notes cash reserves, loans, discounts and bank equity. A school tax levy notice accompanies the banking data with election details for Abbeville district on April 4 1914.
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National Bank of Abbeville
Abbbeville
South Carolina
State of
Abbeville
J. W. Boyd
Echool
Echook
Savoary
Schoals of Sald
Board of
Aaid
Board of ‘Trustees
County of
Abbeville Court House
Saidarbool
T. C. Bell
W. BR. Nance
J. L. Clark
Trustens
A.D
F. E Harrison
C. C. Gambrell
Men of Worth Urge Support for Community Projects
Fort Mill Times praises selfless public spirit and urges residents of Newberry to back worthy ventures with effort and encouragement. The piece argues that timely praise and kind words, even without money, can boost enterprises and community progress more than harsh criticism or indifference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ibegal
Fort Mill
Mip
Newberry
Newberry Herald and News
Trains on New Railroad Link to Charleston Progress
The South Carolina Western Seaboard Air Line line has begun service from Boston to Plovance with plans to connect to Charleston. The full Seaboard Air Line network would not reach the South until all regional lines join, as reported by the Wilmington Star.
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South Carolina
Seaboard Air Line
Poston
Ultmately
Charleston
Seabord Abr
Charleaton
Railroad Ag
South Atlantic
Winnington
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Leo M. Frank
Rougers
James Coley
Leo M. Pratik
Becaus
Florida
Postofice
California
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Kerr
Carolina
Timrod
Anna Quitis Burgess
Eutan
Caroling
B. B. Cheatham
A. W. Ayers
Georgia
West End
Henry Pressly
Atoka
Tennessee
J. M. Wilkerson
Coronacs
John Gary Evans
Dr. Harrison
Nationa
Hentai Sponkred
Giere
Creere
Braeot
Ett
G. Smith
Cashier
White
Aio
Bank of Mt. Carmel
St. Carmel
Iasereers
Soa
Buta Es
Ives
Morrah
Morne
Riley
Miller, N.pg.g
Roni'e Drug Store
Tinsley
Stonewall
R. E. Cox
Abbeville, S. C
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