Southern Rates Not To Be Cut, Commission Hears Arguments
The Georgia railroad commission has heard all railroads now contesting rate cuts urged by Brewer of Griffin and Brown of Hawkinsville. The Southern argues it would lose at least 110000 annually, citing Green’s data on past rate cuts and class shifts. He warned Georgia faces deficits if Georgia rates are kept too low and noted interstate traffic funds only part of Southern’s costs.
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Negro kills wife then fatally shoots himself in Georgia
Wil Johnson, a Black man living near Dunlap, Georgia, shot and killed his wife in the road yesterday morning and then killed himself. Neighbors found both bodies. coroner's inquest said the couple had been separated and on bad terms. The verdict attributed the woman's death to Johnson and noted he died by suicide.
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Roundup of Wild Horses on Crow Reservation
A Denver letter from St. Louis Globe-Democrat describes the annual Crow wild horse roundup in Montana. Soldiers of the roundup, Felix Bear-in-the-Cloud and a Share of rider craft, lead the day’s chase across the plains. Camp life follows with Crow cooks Edith Bear-in-the-Cloud and Fannie On-Top-the-Tepee, and night ends with fires, gambling, and watchful wolves.
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Senate debates fate of impeached senator on committees
Washington December 19 The senate debated for two hours whether it should ignore a convicted senator by leaving his name on the roll while not assigning him to any committees. Hale said Burton of Kansas was omitted only at his request. Bailey urged investigation and possible resignation to let constituents choose. Daniel spoke on the need for accountability and reform.
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Arrest of Will Martin in fatal East Athens shooting
Will Martin, a colored man, was arrested by police yesterday and jailed on charges of assault with intent to murder after a shooting in East Athens that critically wounded Stump Graham. Four other locals, including El Brawner and Manse Graham, were at the Barberville scene where a lamp was thrown. If Graham dies, Martin faces murder charges.
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Relief From Chronic Hand Cracks With Butera Soap
Mrs Minnie Drew of Roxbury Massachusetts reports chronic hand cracks that resisted doctors. After six weeks using Butera Soap and Ointment a single cake and box fully healed her hands, cracks closed and pain stopped.
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One Night Treatment for Sore Hands and Feet
Advise Cuticura Soap for a strong hot lather at night then Dry and anoint with Cuticura Ointment. Wear loose gloves overnight or bandage feet in soft cotton or linen.
Senate follows English precedent on charges against members
The Senate supports delaying action on charges until courts decide, citing English parliament practice. Debate includes Daniel ribald jester remark, support from Hale Spooner and Lodge, Teller defense of Mitchell, and creation of committees. Ship subsidy bill advances after executive session. adjournment for tomorrow hinted. Chronicle notes future wars with Teddy Roosevelt imitators, Tillman praise, Wall Street critics, and possible state additions including Oklahoma and Arizona.
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