Harris to Hang Now Murderer of Atlanta Policeman
John Harris was found guilty of killing Atlanta Policeman Hans Drasbach, sentenced to hang within hours. The hanging is set for Friday November 13 between 1 and 2 am. Attorneys Crane and Walker plan a motion for a new trial and possible appeal to the supreme court if denied.
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Atlanta
John Harris
Hans Drasbach
S.C. Crane
Frank Walker
Supreme Court
Harris
Craye
Blaze at Macon and Train Wreck Near Midland
A fire destroyed part of a factory on Macon’s Fourth Street area, with police noting water shortages hampering efforts. The Brown company carried $2500 in insurance. Separately, Southern freight No. 104 derailed near Midland after a broken rail caused eight coal cars to plunge down an embankment. the engine stayed on track and no injuries were reported. Trains resumed on schedule by evening.
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Ceentral Railway
Foolton & Massee
Columbus
Southern
Atlanta
Kittrell
Midland
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Ala
A. C. McAvoy
Southern Railway
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Hime
Freight Handler Strike Expands to Ocean Steamship Company
The freight handlers strike in Savannah Georgia spreads to Ocean Steamship and Merchants and Miners Transportation Company after two to three weeks of walkouts. Between 20 and 100 workers reportedly walked out as both sides push to win. The labor action strains loading and unloading of vessels.
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Savannah
Merchant and
Ocean Steamship Company
Ners
Mississippi Pension Rolls Rise With 753 More Names
Jackson, Oct 21. Auditor figures show 7,333 people on Mississippi pension rolls, up 753 from last year. The non preferred class receives 25.94 dollars, 350 African Americans on rolls total 10,000 dollars, with Mississippi distribution at 200,000 dollars annually.
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Mississippi
Jackson
Miss
Heavy frost hits Buchanan county but cotton crop unlikely harmed
A heavy frost covered Buchanan County on Sunday night October 21. Locals report no top crop in this faction and expect minimal impact on cotton.
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Buchanan
Assault Laid as EO Striker Challorah Arraigned
Columbus Ga October 21 W D Challorah a striking Southern Bell lineman stands trial in city court charged with assault and battery. He allegedly attacked A B Allen a nonunion lineman waiting at the bottom of a pole for him. Allen a Macon recruit amid a local strike. The case follows ongoing walkout by Southern Bell linemen while Columbus Automatic Telephone workers have returned after a wage increase.
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Columbus
W. D. Challorah
Hnemen
Southern Bell Telephone Company
A. B. Allen
Allen
Union
Macon
Columbus Automatic Telephone Company
Tragic Western and Atlantic Switchman Killed in Atlanta Yard
Edward Felkner a 21 year old switchman on the Western and Atlantic Railroad was fatally injured in Atlanta yards near Main Street. He attempted to board a moving switch engine and fell, later dying at a private residence as medical aid arrived. His father works as a watchman at the crossing.
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Western and Atlantic
Atlanta
Siward TL Pelkner
Wid Antimiie
Milan F
Lewis
Davis
Telegraphic Brevities Parcels From Nation and Coast
Mississippi seeks forestry data at St Tywis as cities press resources. Bankers meet in San Francisco for annual convention. Lyman Gage paper read at Westeny convention. Mississippian affairs fuel debate by Maxomel and Jew. South Portland sinks off Oregon coast with 31 lost. Isaac Gravelle linked to dynamite on Pacific lines. Dr Parkhurst denounces Dowle methods. Duke of Devonshire urges Loyalists to back government. Caracas umpire Ralston rules against Venezuela tax claim. Christian church reports 101 789 new Di plos conversions. Italian cabinet resigns Rome dispatch. French Parliament both branches reconvene.
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South
Duke of Devonshire
Balfour
Jackson H. Ralston
Washington
Esmr
Caracas
Venzuela
Convention of the Christian Church
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Reputation Studio Promises Top Photography in Athens Ga
An ad touts a renowned photographer in the South with a studio near Athens offering premier photographic art for individuals and couples. It mentions affordable contact options, local accommodations, and positions available at Mores OCW study, with various contact numbers and locations in Athens. The notice blends gear, service quality, and a reminder of trusted names and outlets for booking.
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OCW
Mores
Studiaon
Cotton Market Report from Liverpool Exchange
Liverpool market notes supply and price signals with middling and uplands grades. Reports show spot receipts around 14000 bales and bids near 11600 for American cotton with fluctuating futures in play.
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Augusta
Liverpool
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