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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1902

Page

1

Unclear fragment hints at local names and addresses

Fragmentary text mentions Hay Ault and Pauly Avenue in Pennsylvania with scattered references to names and a platform or sale. No coherent event, date, or outcome available.

Allies form reform coalition in Louisville for United States party

In Louisville on April 3 a new Allied People's Party of the United States was formed uniting reform elements against both major parties. The platform echoes Kansas City and St Louis convention aims calling for initiative and referendum and government ownership of public utilities. The meeting, largely led by the People’s Party, included delegates from many groups. plans call for a national committee, state representation, and a nationwide convention, with a strong emphasis on monetary reform and land reclamation policies.

Louisville People’s Party of the United States Kansas City People's Party St. Louis Omaha Cincinnati Socialists Union Labor League Ownershin Party Prohibition Party United Christian Party Public Ownership Party al‘He People's Party Reform Forres People’s Party Peenie’s Ther The Jo A. Parker Missouri St. Bucuis Wrester Springfield Mis Committee On Credentals Arkansas California Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Iowa Kentucky Kansas Michigan Maine Nebraska New Jersey New Hampshire New York Oklahoms South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia West Virginia Mississippi Pennsylvania Mitton Park J. W. L. Pierson Railroods Department of Labor S. W. Williams

Norcross Building Sells At $145000 In Atlanta Deal

Captain J W English purchased the Norcross building at Marietta and Peachtree streets from the Scott Investment Company for 145000. The five story structure fronts 55 feet 8 inches on Marietta and 119 feet on Peachtree, with a history dating to pioneer owner Jonathan Norcross. The sale followed lengthy negotiations, and English plans eventual improvements, keeping the property.

Norcross Jonathan Norcross Atlanta Peachtree Street Virgil Norcross Scott Investment Company

Dunn escapes as Arkansas murder suspect flees Wichita

Dunn, sought for murder of a sheriff and bank robbery in Clarksville Arkansas, reportedly escaped a Wichita hospital with help from a fellow patient. Wichita police and sheriff claim rival plans, while Mayor McLean and officials seek federal aid. rewards reportedly total 1000.

Dunn Arkansas Kansas Wichita Kang Hn P. Dunn Clarksville Ark Nberty Clark McLean Stanley Goddard Ding Topeka Kans John P. Dunn Sherif Wichite Hospital Ar Ronsaguthorities

Jury finds Granade guilty of voluntary manslaughter

After a four hour jury deliberation in Fulton County, Theodore J. Granade, a dental student, is found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the death of fellow student W. Jesse Pope. Judge A W File will sentence him tomorrow. a new trial motion is expected. The chaotic trial drew a crowded hearing with lengthy defenses and multiple ballots before verdict.

Theodore J. Granade W.' Jesse Pope A. W. File John 8. Candler

Atlantic Coast Line to absorb Plant system in historic rail merger

The Constitution reports the Atlantic Coast Line has absorbed the Plant system, forming a consolidated Atlantic Coast Line system. Wilmington and Savannah react with surprise while Atlanta publishes the exclusive scoop. Officials foresee major changes in top management and possible reshuffling across departments as the merger stabilizes.

Ex-Captain Carter Ill in Fort Leavenworth Prison

Oberlin M Carter ex captain of engineers in the US army lies critically ill at the Fort Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary with typhoid fever. His fear is dying before arranging affairs as a civil action seeks possession of his property tied to Savannah contract work. Relatives and attorney Stone of Chicago are summoned to aid in a potential posthumous vindication.

Leavenworth Kans Oberlin M. Carter United States Army Federal Penitentiary Fort Leavenworth Carter Btone Chicago Savannah Mr. Stone

British Camp in Louisiana Sparks Quiet Official Debate

Secretary Hay, unshaken by Governor Long’s statement, says the British camp near Chalmette below New Orleans remains under inquiry. The Louisiana governor’s voluminous charge, with affidavits, is being reviewed by the attorney general to clarify legal points. The state and national departments still hold that shipments of horses and supplies to Chalmette are lawful so long as the port is not used for naval or military expeditions.

Hay Ginor Washington Sovernor Louisiana Chalmette New Orleans Mississippi River Mente State Department Chaimeete Department

Work at the Dayton mine continues debris removal

Forces at Dayton are confined to clearing debris at the Nelson mine in April. The body of white miner John Harney remains inside while others are believed extracted. State Mine Inspector Shifflet and the Dayton coroner decide no inquest is needed. Dayton Coal and Iron Company assists families and provisions.

Dayton Chattanecca Tern Nelson John Harney Shifflet Dayton Coal and Iron Conpany

TWO LIEUTENANTS DROWNED ON FISHING EXPEDITION

Detroit April 3 a small sail boat overturned after a fishing trip near Fort Wayne leading to the drowning of Lieutenant Howard F. Avery adjutant of the First Battalion Fourteenth Regiment and Second Lieutenant W Ashbridge. The incident occurred about 0 yards below the fort. Judge Spencer B Adams of North Carolina declined the United States attorneyship for the Alaska district tendered by the president.

Avery Ashbridge Detroit Howard F. Avery Fourteenth’ Regiment Fort Wayne W. Ashbtridge Adams North Caroline Roosevelt Washington Spencer B. Adams North Carolin United States Alaska Pritchard North

Local rail updates from Meridian on upcoming train runs

Mobile and Ohio officials announce a service resumption between Meridian and Quitman starting tomorrow, with the Quitman to Waynesboro section still out of service due to track conditions. Alabama and Vicksburg trains remain annulled while Southern trains continue operating under limited conditions.

Mobile Ohic Meridian Miss Ohio Quitman South Quitman Waynesboro Alabama Vicksburg

Tampa Bay hotel eyed as Jesuit college project

Negotiations in Tampa Florida aim to convert the Plant family hotel and grounds into a Jesuit college with a proposed 1 million dollar endowment by Mrs. Plant and possible donation from Morton Plant. Mrs. Plant favors the plan and seeks his consent to transfer his estate share. Plant Investment Company reportedly opposes.

Tampa, Fla Tampa Bay Henry Plant Morton Plant

Boer General Pearson Withdraws Suit Against British Consul

New Orleans April 8 The attorney for Boer General Pearson announced they would withdraw in the U S circuit court the suit for 50000 damages against Arthur Van Sittart British consul here. The move follows remarks in papers suggesting Pearson’s involvement in the attempt to blow up mule transport Mechanician. The lawyers said they were going after higher game.

Pearson New Orleany United States Arthur “van Sittart Hbel

Lead and steel for wife in New York boarding house

Charles H Worthen promoter and his wife were found dead in a room at 49 West 94th Street. Worthen shot his wife then cut her throat and killed himself. Financial trouble and ill health are believed to have driven the deed. The couple had come from St Paul a year ago and he was connected with a spring water company and an insurance firm.

Charles Worthen New York Charles H. Worthen

Senate House clash over river and harbor bills threatens river work

Washington April 3 special report says Hanna and Frye threaten to block river and harbor and interoceanic canal bills unless the house backs the shipping bill. House Republicans deny explicit threats but vow no adjournment until river and harbor legislation passes, amid western opposition to the ship subsidy. Crumpacker supporters grow disheartened as polling shows GOP cold to resolutions stirring sectional issues. Southern Republicans led by Senator Pritchard oppose Crumpacker, fearing loss of southern influence at conventions.

Jos Washington Senate House Hanna Frye Rivers and Harbors Committee Alexander New York Burton Ohio Honda House Republicans Hinz Pritchard North Carolina

Local and national items from the era scattered in one page

Weather outlook for Friday through Saturday with variable winds and cooler temperatures in the north and central areas, plus rain in the east. The Norcross building sale details a Marietta front and Peachtree rear for $145,000 to J. W. English. Postmaster Blodgett’s progress report highlights Atlanta’s business growth. J. J. Granade is found guilty of voluntary manslaughter for a classmate killing, with sentencing to follow. Walthour defeats Leander in two five mile heats, breaking McEachern’s record. Emory College selects Broom to represent in the April 25 oratorical contest on democracy. In Columbus, James Amos faces assault-with-intent-to-murder charges after a shooting. The Georgia State Sunday School convention adjourns in Augusta with George Harris elected president. Plans suggest Tampa Bay hotel may become a Jesuit college with endowments from H. B. Plant’s widow and M. F. Plant. The National Good Roads Association meets in Charlottesville with notable attendees. Mystic Shrine nobles attend a Charleston exposition procession. Senator Hannahan warns of river and harbor funding without ship subsidy. Oberlin Wil Carter, convicted of government robbery, is sent to Leavenworth and may be fatally ill. The oleomargarine bill passes the Senate with some Republican defections. Washington expects President Roosevelt to retire General Miles soon. Fourteen bands of Bulgarians operate in Macedonia amid Turkish casualties. Cecil Rhodes funeral procession in Cane J. Rue continues. Manchuria evacuations discussed.

Norcross Marietta Peachtree Street Scott Investment Co J. W. English Blodgett Atlanta Pops Fite Walthour Leander Coliseum McEachern Georgia A.C. Broom Emory College Columbus James Amos Hubbard Augusta George Harris Tampa Bay H. B. Plant Catholic Church College M. F. Plant National Good Roads Association Charlottesville Nelson’ A. Miles Livingston Washington Hannahan House Republicana Oberlin Wil Carter Savannah Leavenworth Senate Roosevelt Miles Macedonia Th Sands Cecil Rh-wes Cane Manchuria

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