25 Apr 1905
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1905
Page
1
President Bielow of the First National Bank in Milwaukee confesses he is a defaulter after a theft totaling 1,450,008 dollars. The investigation centers on internal accounts and unauthorized transfers. Authorities question staff and review audit records to determine losses and recovery steps.
Minauhes Wis April 24 news reports Bigelow, bank president, held on a $25,000 bond after confessing misdirected funds totaling over 1.45 million dollars lost in wheat and stock speculation. Directors, shocked by the confession, consider firm action as deposits fall and run concerns spread.
In New York Supreme Court in Brooklyn Justice Gaynor denied Morgan Smith and wife’s bid to compel district attorney to return letters seized during the arrest. Prosecutor Rind alleges Nan Patterson conspired with the Smiths and others to keep Caesar Young from leaving the country and to extort money with threats. The case features testimony about a revolver linked to Young’s murder and claims of a $50,000 expenditure by Young.
Policy holder Brown of Maryland sues for a receiver to seize the surplus fund of Equitable and alleges unlawful administration by society officers in collusion with trust and insurance firms. He seeks injunctions, accounting, and a receiver to protect policyholders amid ongoing court actions and appeals in New York.
A fatal shooting and ensuing tragedy unfold at a residence on Smith Church in Forthingham. Miss Korny and Mrs. Forney among the dead, with the butler and missing witnesses complicating the inquiry. Police say no one heard the gunshot and alcohol bottles and illegal cartridges were found. The inquest continues as authorities seek motive and fuller details.
Texans clash at a mass meeting over local option law with gunfire killing three and wounding several. Gov or appointed troops from Houston move toward Hempstead as tension rises and the adjutant general heads by special train with Rangers. Local leaders Brown Pinckney Mills are among those reported injured or involved.
Chicago April 24 Prices for May wheat tumbled over 7 percent in an active session as Armour & Co. appeared to support the market briefly. Traders reported massive selling from cliques and large holders, with July options sliding before recovering late. By close May stood around 93.5 cents, with July at 84.5 cents and 2 cent changes.
Reported flotilla led by Admiral Rozdestvensky departs to northern waters near Kamran and Nha Trang amid rumors of engagement with Japanese and French forces. Observers note differing sightings and cautious statements from Paris and St Petersburg while awaiting official confirmation.
Delegates to the Royal Arch Masons arrive in Macon Georgia for the annual meeting. Grand Master J C Greenfield of Atlanta will call the meeting to order and about three hundred delegates are expected. The two day Royal Arch Masons session begins Wednesday with organizers planning a two day program.
Two prominent Goldsboro residents clash over a municipal matter leading to a shooting at a local scene. A man was shot in the breast and a baby child injured as trouble erupted amid political tensions and a crowd gathered outside the Densenger state. Separate notes report a Macon Georgia bankruptcy petition and a prisoner identification alert tied to a sheriff’s request.
Readable forecast notes outline varied conditions across states including Washington Georgia Alabama Florida and Texas. Anticipated rain and cooler spells with brisk southeast winds and warmer stretches in several regions. Northern and eastern coasts expect rain and fresh winds while interior areas see sunshine and higher temperatures.
Fragmentary notes claim discussions toward peace are underway but lack confirmation. Reports mention an Asian embassy and possible moves this afternoon, with officials cautious and no definitive statement issued.
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