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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1906
Page
1
Judge A F McGhee announces for the Alabama secretary of state post in the Democratic primary on August 27. He touts Confederate service and leadership roles in Odd Fellows Knights of Honor and veteran circles to bolster his qualifications.
William Cline, jailed for the December murder of John Ed Phillips near Oxford, was brought back from Speigner Alabama after a Supreme Court ruling deemed his trial unconstitutional. He faces a new hearing in Cleburne County. Cline, about 51, claims self defense, talks of his prison life, and says his daughter and Phillips’s son are happy. He is described as uneducated and rustic, with a wife in Fruithurst and five children. News notes his good conduct in jail and possible indictment timing for the new hearing.
During the summer months children may suffer bowel disorders requiring prompt care at the first looseness. The recommended medicine is Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, which helps control abnormal bowels. Sold by J. L. Wikle.
A large gathering of United Typothetae of America members convenes in Buffalo New York for the annual meeting focusing on the eight hour day issue. Officers deny any threat to the union's unity despite gains by printers in obtaining eight hours in many offices.
A speaker urges Alabama Democratic voters to judge him by tested traits and weight with the South, claiming those who know him best will concede his qualifications and requesting support for the Secretary of State post.
Arrangements in Manila for a grand Catholic rite mark the consecration of Monsignor J Barlin as bishop of Vigan. He would be the first Philippine priest elevated to bishop since 1832, signaling a potential shift in church policy. The ceremony resembles a royal coronation in form.
Funeral services for Mrs Mary Chapman Pettus wife of Senator BE Pettus will be held at 4 o'clock this afternoon from her Selma home. Born November 24 1823 in Huntsville she married Senator Pettus on June 27 1844 and is survived by two daughters grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The senator faces a heavy burden in mourning this loss.
J. F. Wheeler and his son were shocked. Wheeler died from a stroke of lightning while plowing a mule at the Bermuda Grave farm near Oxford this afternoon.
Baris July 16 A council of ministers appointed Capt Alfred Dreyfus to command the Twelfth regiment of artillery at Vingsennis.
The Baraca Bible class of Parker Memorial church considers leasing three front rooms in a public building to create a first class library and reading room. A one year lease is proposed with subscriptions covering running costs. Officers include R. Bell president Will Mallory secretary and 8 Peome treasurer. Mr BM Stradsey is a leading organizer.
Mrs William Thaw mother of Harry Thaw visited him in prison this morning. She arrived with her stepson Joshua Thaw and embraced her son in a tearful reunion lasting about 45 minutes before meeting attorney Clifford Partridge. A crowd gathered outside as police kept the exit clear.
Judge Frazier sharply rebuked attorney Augustes Hartje and other counsel for handling of famous love letters in court and outside talks. He condemned the conduct as disgraceful and unprecedented. The case adjourned until tomorrow.
A brief by Telegg titled Three Kil Ald presents concise notes on the subject with emphasis on simple observations and a measured tone.
A blast at a nearby plant injures multiple workers including Star Jule 16. The explosion damaged the site near Ashlana with at least half a dozen hurt and possible fatalities. Damages estimated at 100000 dollars. No cause determined. Call 68 Model Ice Co for drayage.
Secretary Metcalf of the department of commerce on labor has named special agents to probe markets for entrel products. The appointees are W. A. Cram Clark editor in chief of the American Common Manufacturer and William Whitaker son of Chief Justice Clark of the North Carolina Supreme Court.
Georgia editors gather in Hartwell for the twentieth annual Georgia Weekly Press association meeting. A reception is held tonight and the convention resumes tomorrow morning. After two days of sessions, editors plan a trip through North Carolina and Tennessee.
Denver welcomes Elks for their annual national convention as crowds fill the city. Decorations glow across public buildings and streets while the Tasbor Grand Opera House hosts tonight’s opening exercises with speeches by Governor McDonald and Mayor Speer.
New York July 16 Robert E B Peary departed New York for the Far North a year ago and has sent no word since his trek into the Arctic wilderness. Friends feared the long absence but American Geographical Society members say no news would be expected until the fall.
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