Telegraphers on Southern Strikeparished by Power
Telegraphers on the Southern railway strike. Present power at the offices ordered men out. Several trains ran late as disruption spread across routes.
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1900
Page
8
Ten Per Cent Quit Work Says Powell In Telegraphers Strike
Telegraphers on the Southern Railway struck at 11 AM as ordered by W W Powell president of the Order of Railway Telegraphers. Powell claims about 90 percent quit. rail officials say around 10 percent joined. Reports from Atlanta and other divisions describe scattered quitters, delays to some trains, and drivers filling positions. Powell asserts broad system disruption with passenger trains delayed and freight traffic halted, while officials insist service remained largely normal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Railway
W. W. Powell
Southern
Powell
Kinball House
Atlanta
Equitable Builring
Macon
Chattanooga
Greenville
3. C
Richmond
Lula
Cornella
Calhoun
The
Turner
Howell's
Beltroad
Jaya
Severn Train
Strika
Hardwick
Southern Railway Company
Publc
Southern Railway ‘Company
Louisville
S. C
Columbia
D. C
Birmingham
Knoxville
Charlotte
Danville
Nashville
Washington
Raleigh
Lynchburg
Alabama Great Southern
South
Constitution
Barrett
Tenn
J. H. Barrett
City
Asheville
Memphis
Ryder
N. C
Cren
Gallney
Greenville, 8. C., Have Quit Work. Between Charlotte and Winston-Salem
Taylorsvilla
Here
Salisbury
Bullsbury
Queen and Crescent
Atrikera
Alabama Grea Southern
Georgia
Knoxville Lne
Cleveland
London
Tan O
Dalton
Rome
Order of
Cincinnati Southern
Queven & Crescent
Queen & Crescent
Bowthemn Railway
Samuel Spencer
Clattarinoga
Columbus
Columb
McDonough
Order of Railway Telegraphers
Jones
Mancon
Montgomery
Ala
Advertiser
Selma
Alt
Railway Telegraphers’ Union
Ttwag
Alabama Great Southern Division
Telegraphers’ Union
Doctor Hathaway Promises Modern Electrical Treatments
Dr Hathaway offers diverse electrical devices and a new electric belt as part of his treatment for chronic diseases. He markets a booklet Manliness Vigor Health and a free leaflet by mail, with office hours listed and claims of nationwide respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Hathaway
Piathaway
Office Ory Mall
J. Newton Hathaway
M.D
Dr. Hathaway &Co
South Broad Btreet
Atlanta
Bone Gays
Telegraphers Strike Strains Southern Railways Across Regions
Telegraph operators on multiple Southern divisions joined a walkout ordered by Powell of the Order of Railway Telegraphers. Reports show scattered stoppages in Richmond division Charleston division Mobile and Meridian with trains delayed or tied up while some divisions report no interference.
Johnston Montgomery campaign address for senate bid
Governor Johnston spoke in the court house in Montgomery urging his candidacy for the senate. Birmingham leaders Captain Frank S White and Mr Stanley spoke in the same hour with White chairing the Morgan committee. Crowd enthusiasm was high as the campaign heat rises toward April 18 county conventions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Ala
Johnston
Senate
Frank 8. White
Birmingham
Stanley
White
Morgan
Alabama
Lively Politics at Selma Primary Chaos
Selma Alabama April 12 A lively primary fight with about a dozen delegate tickets for the Dallas county state convention emerges as voters prepare for Saturday’s election There is no declared governor candidate and nine legislative hopefuls aligned as Morgan men hunt for Dallas delegates to back J Craig Smith for state treasurer
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selma
Ala
Dallas County
Dallas
Buhler Printing Company
Montgomery
Morgan
Iswald Johnston
J. Craig i Smith
Supreme Court of Alabama Fifth Division recessed to Monday
The Supreme Court of Alabama recessed yesterday after calling the fifth division criminal docket. next Monday the sixth division will be taken up. The fifth division includes Blount, Cullman, Fayette, Jefferson, Lamar, Marion, Pickens, Tuscaloosa, Walker and Winston counties. Several decisions were handed down, with appeals from Shelby, Hale, Cullman, Mobile, Jefferson, Wilcox, Pickens, and other circuits, some affirmed and others reversed or remanded. The back tax cases are expected to reach the United States Supreme Court via notice of appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Ala
Supreme Court
Blount
Cullman
Fayette
Jefferson
Lamar
Marion
Pickens
Tuscaloosa
Walker
Winston
Supreme Court of the United States
McClelan
C. J.J. M. C. Johnson
Cullman Circuit Court
Joseph Carl
State of Alabama
Mobile City Court
G. A. Prilnz
Geraldine Weber
Tyson
Anderson Hawthorn
Wilcox Eircult Court
J. A Stewart
Beltish
American Mortgage Company, Limited
Pickens Eircult Court
M. B. Gafford Et al
Bertha Speaker
Jefferson Chancery Court
Aliee A. Bowle
Birmingham Railway and Electric Company
Birmingham City Court
Sharpe
Lizzie G. Reeves Ves
Tra Lampley
Berbour Chancery Court
E. P. Morrisett
G. W. Carr
Montgomery City
Dowdell
J.W. M. Gunter
Robert E. Mason
Marshall Circuit Court
Per Curlam
M. W. Rushton
W. HE. Davis
T. W. Shows
George Edward Denton
Interstate Fair Association Organized In Atlanta
The Southern Interstate Fair Association was formed at a meeting yesterday with C A Collier chosen president and T H Martin as secretary. The guarantee fund reached 15000 dollars after railroad subscriptions of 3000 dollars, and a full slate of officers and directors was elected. The group plans rapid progress, with Collier and Martin handling duties and committees to audit finances and set premiums. The venture aims to be the Souths most successful fair to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Interstate Fair Associaiion
The
Interstate Fair Association
C. A. Collier
E. R. DuBose
T. J. Kelly
R. J. Guinn
Albert Howell
H. Y. McCord
R. F. Maddox
J. K. Ottley
J. W. Pope
T. H. Martin
Clark Howell
George Muse
John Weissinger
John A. Miller
F. Ellis
J. A. Miller
E. C. Peters
Robert Maddox
J. F. Beck
Joe Jacobs
S. F. Ellis
W. L. Cosgrove
Messrs
Ellis
Miller
Lst of Directors
Board of Directors
J. F. Weldsinger
NatsHowa
Peachtree
Marietta
Whitehall Street
Constitution
Collier
Paris
United States
Martin
West
Seaboard Air Line Route Between Columbia and Cheraw Declared Well Built
The Sea board Air-Line's new line from Columbia to Cheraw was inspected and accepted as well built and first class by the railroad commission. The project, begun last July under Captain W. E. McBee, features heavy eighty-pound rails, minimal grades, smooth ballast, and a straight route designed for fast, comfortable travel. Passenger service to start immediately with a through New York to Tampa vestibule line planned soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Cheraw
8. C
Seaboard Air-Line
Ine
Florida
Railroad Commission
W. E. McBee
New York
Tampa
Colonel Neal
Earthquake Strikes Bohemia Town of Voron in Bohemia
A severe quake at Voron, Bohemia destroys sixty houses and forces fears the town may be abandoned. The shocks continue and threaten lasting damage and disruption for residents. Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as a blood purifier addressing fatigue and loss of appetite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bohemia
Vienna
Voron
Rosa
Hood
Open Meeting of Electrical Workers' Union at Federation Hall
Members of the Electrical Workers' Union held an open meeting at Federation Hall last night with speeches by Jerome Jones C C Houston P W Moore Andy of Tate Ga William Jory Savannah and the mayor. Resolutions expressing solidarity with striking telegraphers were adopted and the event concluded late with a social refreshment period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electrical Workers’ Union
Federation Hall
Jerome Jones
C. C. Houston
P. WH. Moore
Andy
Tate, Ga
Wiliam Jory
Savannah
Ragland No New Trial Upheld by Judge Candler
Judge John L Candler overruled the motion for a new trial in the Ragland murder case. Ragland was convicted weeks ago of killing a young man, with attorneys filing a motion for new trial which was denied. The ruling leaves the verdict to stand and penalties to be carried out under law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John &. Candler
John
Candler
John Ragland
Clayton Cut
Ragland
Vinol tonic urged to ward off grippe and debility
An 19th century advertisement extols Vinol the Great Tonic as a cure and preventive for grippe and winter maladies. It promises restoration of red blood and strength, claims better sleep and appetite for users, and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfactory. It emphasizes taking Vinol now to fortify the body against atmospheric sickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vina
Jacobs' Pharmacy at Marietta Street closure notices
Jacobs' Pharmacy located at 6 and 8 Marietta Street remains listed with Cor. The fragment indicates a business notice concerning the address and a potential continuation or related entity Cor.
Executor's Sale of Beerman Estate in Fulton County Georgia
G W Adair Auctioneers promote an executor sale of Charles Beerman estate in Fulton County. Real estate includes multiple lots on Whitehall Street in Atlanta and a Habersham land parcel. stocks include Atlanta institutions and Piedmont holdings. Auction to occur at courthouse door first Tuesday in May with specifics on payment terms and divisions.
Public Auction Of Property In Atlanta By Executor
By authority of the will of Mrs M A Laughmiller T will sell at the courthouse door in Falion County on the first Tuesday in May a parcel of land in Atlanta on the north side of Foundry street fronting on Sold street 7 feet and running back 0 feet containing two five room houses. Sold for the benefit of the legatees. Terms cash. April 4 1907 T 5 Pair Executor of Mrs M A Laughmiller deceased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Laughmiller
Falion County
Atlanta
Foundry Street
Mo AL Lauzhmilter
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