Fiddling Bob Taylor Dies in Washington at 65
Robert Love Taylor, known as Fiddling Bob for carrying a violin on campaigns, died in Washington after gallstone surgery. The Tennessee senator, 65, fell ill last Thursday and died at 9 40 this morning as his wife stood by. He spent most of his life in Nashville practicing law and served in Congress and the Senate, leaving a legacy as a colorful political figure and a Confederate era link. The senate planned tribute with early adjournment and Knoxville burial arrangements were set for his widow, son David, and three daughters.
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Florida Turns to Underwood in Democratic Fight
Washington dispatch reports in the Florida contest for the Baltimore convention delegation that Underwood leads, aided by former Harmon and Clark allies shifting to his camp. The Wisconsin claim agents and editors who backed Harmon now back Underwood, citing regional balance and a southern man appeal to defeat Wilson.
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Tawny Waters Spreading Ruin Near St Louis Rescue
Thousands witnessed the rescue of a seven person family from a sinking houseboat on the Mississippi River at St Louis as flood waters and drift tore the craft from moorings. The craft sank after crew and family escaped to shore as river level reached twenty feet.
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Grace on Verge of Death Delays Atlanta Oper ation
Newnan Ga March 31 Special A sudden turn for the worse in Eugene Grace's condition led doctors to abandon the planned Tuesday operation. At 7 tonight his risk of death was near and family trips to the zoo were cancelled as his strength waned. He had been moved from Atlanta where the operation was expected to occur and doctors warned he may not survive five days without a miracle.
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Departure From the Kimball Sees Grace Detained at New Home
An article describes Mrs. Daisy Grace's confinement at a Tower ward with limited contact, noting a turnkey with access to an inner door and alleged payments to a jail aide. It claims counsel for Grace’s defense had influence over the ward’s turnkey and that visitors were monitored, raising concerns about treatment and isolation.
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Ashland mob hunts alleged attacker after teacher attack
In Hanover county near Ashland, a large posse tracked a negro suspect after a 19 year old school teacher was brutally assaulted last night. Addie Gash, colored, was formally charged on a warrant with the crime as officers hold other detainees as a precaution following ongoing trail work and identifications by the injured teacher.
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Georgia Second In Road Building
Washington reports that the nation must improve about 360000 miles of roads before a truly efficient public road system exists. New York leads with 6911 miles added 1904 to 1909. Georgia is second with 4344 miles. Prison labor boosts gains. total improved roads now about 196476 miles, or 6.8 percent of total mileage, with an estimated 2 billion dollars needed to complete the system.
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British Antarctic Captain Scott Left Behind by Terra Nova
Wellington reporting the Terra Nova, carrying Captain Scott and expedition members, reached Akaroa withoutScott and handed a brief message that he would winter in the Antarctic to continue his work. English reaction expects Amundsen to win the race for the Pole while Scott awaits another thaw.
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Underwood Held in Deep Respect
Hon B I Heartsill of Dalton former editor and Denver convention delegate arrives in Atlanta with views on the presidential nomination. He cites widespread Georgia support for Oscar W Underwood and notes bipartisan admiration for his statesmanship and leadership.
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Robbery Ring Said To Loot Rome Mail System
Rome Ga March 31 special report says arrests point to a long running, city wide mail theft scheme. Call Enri, transfer agent, and Jim Carter, a bus driver, are among those jailed as police pursue extensive robberies worth thousands. Local officials withheld details pending investigation.
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Coal Miners Suspend Work Across Nations Mines
Indianapolis March 31 News states no coal from mines will be taken by union miners during a midnight suspension. About 499000 miners—156000 in anthracite and 250000 in bituminous—will vacation for weeks, with plans to protect mines from flooding and other dangers. Bituminous miners may resume after a referendum vote in Cleveland. anthracite talks remain unsettled. Ballots will be mailed from national headquarters as officials return to Cleveland. If accepted, agreements likely end similar disputes. southern mines and western districts expect no immediate impact. Estimated daily loss reaches 1060000 and monthly coal production drops by about 2.4 million tons. No formal order issued as suspension follows automatic contract terms.
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Weather Propheys for Wallokington
A garbled weather note from Wallokington dated March 31 predicts a Monday makeup with a northwest wind and fair skies. The fragment mentions Georgia and Rata names unclear in the OCR.
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