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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1888

Page

21

A Maximum Sentence Imposed On Swindler J. D. Allen

In Atlanta court, J. D. Allen, a well dressed colored man calling himself a preacher, was found guilty of swindling fellow Black men. He posed as a Knights of Honor agent, selling fraudulent memberships and insurance plans. Judge Van Epps sentenced him to a $1,000 fine or twelve months in the chain gang. backers seek to raise the money.

Frank R. Walker J. D. Alien Walen Jalm EfHc Allen Colored Knights of Honor Selcitor O'Bryan Walker O'Bryan van Epps

Remains of Blanche Everett Interred in Westview Cemetery

The funeral for Blanche Everett, who died by suicide on Collins street, was held at Westview Cemetery after a brief service at the Church of the Immaculate Conception. She wore a white robe, was laid in a metallic casket, and flowers from friends surrounded the bier as clergy offered prayers.

Manche Everett Westview Cemetery Blanche Everett Collins Street Bov Kenney

SHE PRINCESS IN HEW YORK

A long read recounts Princess Aditha known as Solomon and the Atlanta life chapter. Born in Kentucky she was educated away from school and ran away from home. Her life included stints as Lola Montez’s daughter, in Blackwell’s Island asylum, marriage to a Frenchman Messant, a Montreal death rumor, and misadventures with a New York park commission. A lawyer, Luther E. Marsh, is portrayed as infatuated, while police and detectives pursue the princess amid shifting schemes. The piece frames sensational life stories and a courtroom note on Marsh’s status.

Madame Disco Bar Aditha New York George C. T. Solomon Solomon Sientucky Lola Montez Ludwig Bavaria Blackwell's Island Messant Hanta Montreal Dayton Atlanta Lauryer Marsh New Park Commission Luther E. Marsh Minndolph Marsh Randolph Charles H. J. Taylor

Local clubs, racing and ball updates from Piedmont and beyond

The note highlights Piedmont park racing with Frank Stewart's Tony versus Bob Jones's mare eight, four trot entries John G Lady Lear Susie and Will O'Farrell, Lady Lear and Will O'Farrell up for sale after the race. Birmingham Club led by Wally Goldsby boasts strength, aims for the pennant, and Columbus club plans three Savannah exhibitions. International racing results from Sandown and Memphis mix with local baseball chatter and team assignments.

Piedmont Park Frank Stewart Tony Bob Jones Mr. Stewart Myr. Jones John G Lady Lear Susie Will O'Farrell O'Farre Raclag England Lonpox Sandown Park Sandown Coronet Dawson M. P Se.ond Binner Sinner Bettig Memphis MesPuis Maindens Bob Forsyth Lintower Mice Jack Brown Bert Skobeloff Pimbie

Captain Anderson Rescinds Resignation of Atlanta Guard Leader

The Gate City Guard met at their armory and Captain Clifford L. Anderson withdrew his reported resignation after a committee urged him to stay. The company pledged no dissatisfaction exists, praising Anderson as a true gentleman and capable captain. The unit resumes duties with new members joining and plans for Memorial Day and summer drills.

Gate City Guard Clifford L. Anderson Atlanta Anderson Tam Captain Anderson Worx Camp Lieutenant Camp Fae Memorial Bay Ritter KF. M. Caker Loyd Hunter Street Riftos Pew Messrs Lea Harden Will McMillan Nashville Drill Kins Ith Milledge Gilmore Matthews, Gregory & Co Comer Broad Marietta Charles Howard DeGive Opera House Frais Union Cara Baron Mat Son Zachlor Avents

Local Wheelmen Parade and Fulton County Politics Meet

Fifty local bicycle riders paraded yesterday with a large turnout and plans for bigger crowds next week. An important Fulton County Democratic Executive Committee meeting was scheduled to choose May convention delegates, with possible mass meetings or primaries. The Second Baptist church revival and related sermons continued strongly, while Cotton Market notes from New Orleans tied to Atlantic market trends and regional personal paragraphs highlighted visitors and Jubilee privileges.

Eifty Parate Henry Goldsmith Ed Durant Homer Reed O. W. Whitehead Ham Cowper Charles Elyen BK. B. Chaltant Brantley Macon Will Edwards Fred Webins G. W. Stephenson Hartwell Richard Cordon Bob Costin Henry Grady Lint Hopkins DeWitt Pinson Harry Durant Eugene Barry William O'Neil Charles Stanford George Edwards Charles Edwards William Goldsmith J. M. Dykes Amicus Pendieton van Winke Thomas Meador Spaulding Spear Dutch Williams Andrew Miller Bob Meader Will Beattie Charles Bland Augusta William Johnson Jesse John Bony Post Sim Post Alfred Boylston Sfillidts Smith Alonzo Powers A. Li Ki G.W. Terry John McGrath Mr. Harris C. Smith Frederick Lewis Victor Smith Mon Speer Smith Pickett Chess Goldsmith Iilam Hunter Columbus Fort Valley Thomasville Fulton County Democratic Executive Committee Executive Committee A. Collier Efuarian C. A. Collier W. B. Brown H. L. Wilson North Allanta J. W. English J. J. Barnes W. IK. Booth W. P. Sisson J. M. Potts James Welch Vaen Tl. Smith E. T. Allen Jerry Johnson Allison Greene Hooper Alexander J. H. George R. J. Griffin H.W. Scott Blakhall Culberson South Bend Thomas Poole Cooks J. H. Elisweath Collins Thomas Moore Adamsville S. A. Wilson Bryant Hobart Bryant Joseph Caldwell Penelstree Jasons B. Walker Buckhead Hope Gek Grove Samael Abernathy New Orleans New Ontxaxs New York Liverpool Intdot Jess Porta Ani Morthers Favores Debember Bode

THE BLIND BIGAMIST FINALLY IN COURT AND PRISON

Fleming the blind bigamist remains in city jail after a restless day. He faces a preliminary hearing before Judge Tanner and likely transfer to county jail. Two betrayed wives visited police HQ and met him with Chief Connolly present. A private conference among Fleming and two women followed, details kept secret. Attorney Robert Jordan quit the case, saying Fleming betrayed trust and revealed secrets. Carter's Tron Pills advertised in the piece.

Fleming Potioe Sallie Stra Flemin Huaban Humn Harred Connolly Metropolitan Hotel Bishop Tanner Robert” Jordan Jordan Carter

Novel Advertising Gimmick Gives Watches and Diamonds in Tea

Overland Tea company of San Francisco refits store at 10 North Pryor opposite Kimball House and plans a 60 day promotion giving a solid gold watch, diamond jewelry, and other prizes hidden in teacans and coffee cans sold to customers. Purchasers may receive varied gifts. the offer ends after 60 days with prizes sold separately. Orders by mail across the United States.

Overland Tea Company San Francisco Pryor Street Kimball Trouse United States Overland Ten Co Atlanta WM Walker W Simpson Fruin Eustinge Decatur Street Mes J Ramsey W Hunter Lovingwood Constitution Office Wesmond Ring al Kissinger Griffin Elecant Mrz ET Allen TL Collins Shelton Ille Robert Sandstown Luckie Street God Wateh Wo Henderson Hogansville 2Ficb Mayer Iol Whitehall Hyram A. Barton Statesville Sophie M White Foughtive Diamond Ring Appie White Southern Star Can Money Joseph Donelson Conyers Dirs Em Wa Wingar Decatur Siscet BJ Wheals Marietta Street JM Brosin Houston JT Brocker Murieta Beever Pullman Palace Car Co JW Herron TNT Chipley Lovett Robert Jones Jones Street Rt Johnson Simpson Street J J Powell Jamaright J K Davia Gainesville Diamond Ring; W A Grifin Alabama JA van Winkle East Baker JA Hooker Rockmart Mia ME Black Mall Order Flowery Bmoch Peter Krump Peachtree Street J C Hallman City WP Laramon Ragland Ala Robin Cooper Wheat Street Custer Miss Ge Walker Arancia Hailey Logan ‘Street J. H. Melt Melver Station Miss Lances Turner Mrn W. H. Turner Corner Smith and Richardson Laula Kendall B. Brvedlove Mayer Frazier Diamond Stud Mary Ne Edgewood Con Money Arthur Marshall Whitehall HS Dorsey Logan Oscar Cramer TW Jones Ellis Railroad Monil Service Dr Harris Christchurch Wi Francia Harry Stone B Candler Bagewood Fire Thor da Johnson Admirville Aati Bolton Cluster JH Holland 3Radison Gismond Ring Xam Pine Street Mrs WoOd Dozers Brownwood Wlver TJ Kelley Soliare CM Smith Alabama Street JC Moura Western and Atlantic Railroad Mins Minnie Srith Tore HJ Delliken Herbert Smith Marietta

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