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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1888
Page
4
A long fragmented account details Royal Prince XII York Tien and a crowd of princes with references to German royal lines and Hohenzollern kinship. It examines lineage, uniforms, and the evolving political tension surrounding dynastic succession, with mentions of Napoleon era echoes and modern shifting loyalties influencing the imperial narrative.
In Lovemata on April 8 a protest led by Mr O'Brien ended with police barring a field platform and clashing with about 400 demonstrators. O'Brien urged restraint while magistrates and officers dispersed the crowd, resulting in baton use and multiple injuries. Later meetings faced arrests, with several officials charged for displaying documents and disruptive acts by the mob.
April reports state no change in the emperor's condition. Dr Mac Kenzo postponed his trip to London at Queen Victoria's request amid Franco Prussian tensions over Princess Victor's marriage to Prince Alexander. Officials imply the marriage talks persist, with later dispatches noting Bismarck and German policy considerations.
A Georgia local meeting reveals a pro tem chairman, secretary, and multiple county and district committees to organize fundraising and civic tasks. Delegates are chosen for district and state conventions, with Republican party tensions and youth in the county. A side note highlights a St Bernard dog trained for farm labor and wool production.
A mixed Augusta column reports Daniel Jemison's pledge against liquor and gambling for young men, a note on dancing lessons led by Miss Baratta, time changes in Augusta, and Sunday religious revival, with local gossip about a child’s accident and river bridge damage.
The Southern League season kicks off with Charleston, Birmingham, and Atlanta squads in focus. Reports describe early games, battery pairings, and standout players like Old George Washington Bradley and Wally Andrews, with New Orleans and Newark clubs also in action as coaches plan schedules and fundraising for Atlanta’s club.
Mrs Albert Moore and Mrs Adams travel to Toledo, pausing in Florida. farewells as Mrs John Paul Jones and family depart for St Louis. Ladies Day at the Manhattan Athletic Club features talks, readings, and a starch of social events. The DARE SIDE reports police logs with disorderly conduct, missing child, assault, theft, and a convalescent victim after a rock strike.
At 2:35 AM a fire alarm drew responders to the Leyden house on Paseburee between the RS Tackards residence and the executive manse. Major Leyden and residents evacuated about 40 people as flames attacked walls and roof, worsened by a defective flue. Firemen fought for nearly two hours, gaining control around 4 AM, with extensive damage and losses estimated in the hundreds of thousands. Insurance coverage varies by company, with Moody advising the total may rise. The blaze forced a cautious retreat as wind shifted spreading heat to all sections, threatening Richards residence and the executive mansion. The Leyden house stood with substantial damage but public safety preserved.
A minor blaze at a Seton Street building caused roof damage and scorched furniture but little overall loss. Two residents were hurt lightly when a fall and the roof collapse occurred during the incident. John Kiely of Atlanta died at his brother’s Jersey City home. Special reports note Confederate monument funding letters and a Mobile appointive news.
A fragmented item notes numerous names such as Miss Satur and several officials including EB moult Mes Heami Grey JC Prysertos and JW Wther. The passage mentions a Kum hall gathering and various attendees associated with Meews sportsurd and Be SuneeswithWsatte.
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