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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1924
Page
1
Chicago divorcee Helen Patterson, once married to a wealthy magnate, aims to wed the notorious criminal Collins nicknamed Dapper Don after a series of high profile heists in 1924. Patterson seeks a new life amid sensational trials and public intrigue.
Helen Patterson, a 20 year old divorced wife of Otto Heyworth, vows to marry Arthur Hussey aka Dapper Don Collins after his capture. She plans to follow him to America despite possible Sing Sing time, federal liquor charges, and hotel robbery indictments while insisting he is innocent.
At a joint luncheon presided by J. E. Mathis more than 100 Lions Kiwanians and Rotarians subscribed to 250 bonds of 5.90 denomination to cover all outstanding Playground association indebtedness. Frank Sheffield led buyers with 20 bonds, others purchased 10 5 and 2 or 1 bonds. Mathis praised the playground as the city's greatest asset linking youth with constructive recreation.
During a vivid Leesburg storm a bolt struck the kitchen of Mrs. Wesley Glass, a young Leesburg resident about twenty, instantly killing her. Her Albany-employed husband was away but notified. The Glass home sustained little damage from the bolt.
Berlin May 28 Chancellor Marx accepted President Eb ert's commission to form a new government. The move follows Eb ert's approval of a cabinet plan and signals a reshaping of the executive branch.
Democratic executive committee in Lee county declared Tuesday's election results from Leesburg. Winners include R R Greene clerk, P O Coxwell sheriff, J J Forrester tax collector, R T King tax receiver, F E Tarpley county commissioner, and Homer Hay ordinary. Local results show Long as judge, Forrester solicitor, and multiple district and county posts decided. The race was quiet with strong turnout across precincts.
The Flag Tournament at the Golf Club was won by Mrs. John Council who finished eighteen holes with two strokes to spare, beating an outstanding field including Fre. M. H. Wheeler. Beginning May 29 the men’s Club will compete for the President's Cup in a 36 hole medal event with handicaps, the cup donated by the late G. R. Ellis and held by Charles Wheatley for the year.
Rio de Janeiro officials expressed deep regret over the United States enacting an immigration bill that includes a clause barring Japanese, in an official statement released late today.
Foreign Minister Matsui obtained the prince regent's assent to forward Japan's protest against the American immigration bill barring Japanese. The proceeding was extraordinary, signaling the high importance of the document.
Soperton May 28 Horace M Flanders editor of the Soperton News was shot and seriously wounded last night by Crosby Williams a prominent Soperton merchant who escaped and has not been arrested. The two men clashed over political differences and editorials on whiskey traffic in Treutlin county. Williams reportedly drew a pistol and fired.
Atlanta May 28 State Democratic Executive Committee amended delegate selection rules to curb last convention discontent. It also ordered re votes for state senate and house nominees in counties with primaries to align with state law. Primary tentatively set for September 10 with state convention around October 16 Pending final confirmation by committee.
Dahlonega May 28 Dr R E Park of the University of Georgia will deliver the literary address at the North Georgia Agricultural College commencement Sunday June 1 through Wednesday June 4. Dr Elam E Dempsey will deliver the commencement sermon on Sunday June 1.
A line recalls how men in spring checkered suits were labeled gamblers. The note hints at social judgments tied to fashion trends and public perception during a bygone era. It frames a cultural snapshot without specifics on people, places, or dates.
A terse exhortation urges living fully now so readiness for retirement arrives naturally. It emphasizes seizing the present moment and building a solid foundation for life after work. The message frames retirement as a consequence of today's choices rather than an afterthought.
BISBERE, Arizona, May 28 Unconfirmed reports say a new revolt against the Obregon government was to start this morning. News followed the arrival of several hundred federal troops to Naco and Sonora from Cananea. The troops, believed to be from General Jesus Aguilar's garrison, have ties to earlier fighting near Mexico City during the De la Huerta revolt. The Mexican consul at Naco denies knowledge of the revolt but has been in frequent talks with American officials in recent days.
The death toll from a weekend tornado outbreak climbed to 45 with Oklahoma and Arkansas the latest states affected. About 100 injured, thousands left homeless as property damage nears 100 million dollars across the south.
Atlanta May 28 An intensive nationwide campaign to cut highway crossing accidents will run June 1 through September 30. The plan, formed with the National Association of Railway and Utilities Commissioners the American Automobile Association the National Safety Council the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce and the United States Chamber of Commerce, aims to save hundreds of lives this summer.
The report outlines a pattern of poisoning occurring in three stages. The first poisoning precedes the initial symptoms, followed by two more incidents separated by five days each. Details emphasize the timing and repetition of poison exposure.
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