05 Apr 1890
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1890
Page
1
In a April interview, Depew criticizes the convict lease system's brutality and racial implications, arguing it corrupts public sentiment in the South and harms both enslaved and free Black people. He cites northern prejudice, the economic logic of leases, and calls for reform of the policy.
Mary Rebecca Shipley of Staunton Virginia was arrested Wednesday for shoplifting and, after an astonishing confession, released on a $600 bond. Detective Smith and officials described her uneasy history and connections, with letters from local lawyers and relatives supporting her case as guardians sought to return her home. The article also notes surrounding comments about protection and support from friends and a potential settlement of the case.
In a close canvass on Wednesday April 1945 four Democrats Jessy Metcalfe Haram Howard William K Potter and Lon M Cook were declared winners as representatives expanding their party’s legislature majority to thirty eight seats while Republicans must gain twelve more to reach parity.
Charles Nelson the defaulting broker, linked to North Side Banking and a New York financier, faces a Syracuse bank dispute with Capital City bank of Atlanta and First National of New York and Atlanta National. testimony shows Nelson’s varied bank withdrawals and a Canada arrest for stolen goods, with ongoing court adjournment and new facts emerging.
Alabama Republicans declare intention to field candidates in every U.S. House district next fall amid intra party debates on a statewide ticket. Leaders name possible contenders in districts one through nine and assert confidence in sweeping multiple seats, signaling a vigorous campaign against Democrats.
A chaotic commerce summary notes first quarter disturbances minimal, yet trade remains unsettled. Reports show lower foreign commerce, dwindling domestic demand, and fluctuating prices with cautious bankers and a weaker foreign exchange picture.
The April term of the superior court will convene next Monday in Warrenton Ga with much interest. Two killing cases and the murder of Mr We Cody by Methger are expected to draw crowds. Judge Twiggs of Augusta and Colonel Lew of Greenesboro are noted figures in the cases. Several other important cases, including a 9400 000 injunction, are listed for trial.
Spenal F Bryant Creech longtime Quitman resident dies today at Sneads Florida. Cremains will reach Quitman tomorrow. He was an important factor in state and county polities.
A Georgia summary reports Forsyth Cherokee and Milton counties planning a road chart, Carterville growing as a trade hub, and a shift in Perry Branch schedule. Houston County records a surge in ex Confederates, a Cordele shoe factory project progresses, and a barn fire claims a horse. Paoli notes recent arson, while Cartersville becomes a poultry and dairy market center and river openings affect trade between Sweat Point and Franklin.
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