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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1906
Page
16
News from yons Georgia on April 27 reports the wife of John, a farmer north of town, disappearing Tuesday night. The husband Hall alarmed found his cash and babe missing after waking Wednesday. Neighbor E Moore, who also left home, is being questioned as the two families search for clues without success.
A Mansfield report from Thursday claims an attempt to blow up a hotel was made but the hotel manager says the charge is false. The only excuse for the erroneous report cited is a small gas leak found in the cellar.
Holmes Jr former statistician with the Department of Agriculture appeared in criminal court in Washington on April 27 and pleaded not guilty to the indictment. He was granted 15 days to withdraw the plea and demur to the accusation, with his bond continued.
Halcyondale Georgia April 27 Special Wednesday night about twelve o clock J I Sheppard near this place last by fre tives stables and nine mules three horses and five cows Last night his dwelling and amoketouse were burned and he lost everything except one trunk and one bureau The fire started about 8 o clock as Mr Sheppard and family were getting ready to retire The fire started in the kitchen and smelled of kerosene The loss is estimated between seven and eight thousand dollars It is believed the stables were fired as Bates and the roof were burning when first seen.
The Scandinavian American Line announces the 500 ton twin screw steamer CF Tietgen joins its fleet. It will sail from New York on May 17 and June 28 with connections to North Cape and Fjord steamers. Tietgen will stop at Copenhagen for potential overnights and connections to Hamburg and Her. Cabin fares start at $60 for first and second class, with full details from A E Johnson & Co Broadway, New York.
The United States dry dock Dewey entered the Suez Canal today on April 27 while en route to the Philippines. The vessel is in tow as it proceeds through the canal.
Governor Terrell of Georgia ruled he could not surrender Strohbar to Florida authorities under the U S Canada Great Britain treaty. Strohbar, once an Atlantic Coast Line agent in Gainesville, was extradited from Canada and later acquitted in Georgia before Florida sought his return. He stated he wished to return to Gainesville, insisting no coercion or rest was needed, and that he would comply under proper extradition terms.
Twenty years ago oats from a grocer’s barrel were the only breakfast staple. Now prepared oats identified by name and package are common, and Uneeda Biscuit is widely known. The piece highlights shifts in consumer brands and household familiarity. The Curtis Publishing Company, Philadelphia, promotes named products and the Lapies Home Journal for advertising power.
Advertisement notes Horsford's Acid Phosphate as a sleep aid. It recommends taking two teaspoons in a half glass of water just before retiring to bring refreshing sleep. The wording imitates old patent medicine style and cites no clinical evidence.
A warrant was sworn for J Walter Shurley who stabbed J M Thompson to death in a knife duel at 24 Berean avenue. The trial is set for 9:30 this morning before Justice Ormond. Thompson’s brother, GC Thompson of Carrollton, has hired Eugene Thomas as prosecutor with Madison Bell and J C Clarke defending Shurley.
The Carrollton subscription to the Frisco sufferers has been raised to $600. The fund was sent in, with many contributing, including some of the local Black community who gave generously.
The Georgia division of the Farmers Union held a largely attended session electing Barrett as president and Quinby as vice president. Other officers, a treasurer, secretary, and organizer were chosen, with several executive committeemen reelected. Delegates were named to the national convention at Texarkana and to meet the English spinners in Washington. Memorial services honored Newt Gresham, founder of the union.
Police Matron Bohnefeld’s attorney Walter McWheath says charges will be amended to accuse Captain Moon of making false statements about her. The revised charge follows an interview in which Moon said Bohnefeld sent two young girls from the barracks to houses of questionable character. The case likely will be discussed at the police board’s next meeting on the second Tuesday in May.
Omitted portions describe continued dry spell harming farmers in Carrathion Georgia with crops failing to mature. The report notes soil conditions, delayed harvests, and increased costs for irrigation and preparation as farmers struggle to salvage produce amid drought.
Royal Baking Powder ideal for bread biscuits cake rolls muffins and all pastries needing leavening. It saves time and labor for pastry cooks while economizing flour butter and eggs. Foods rise light sweet and wholesome and are easier to digest with Royal.
A severe hail storm struck Athens this afternoon causing widespread destruction. Lightning struck the DC Newsome house, injuring his wife who was hurled across the hall. The Henderson warehouse roof blew off, a barn near the city burned after being struck, trees were blown down, and gardens suffered extensive damage.
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows marked its anniversary in Commerce Georgia with a grand celebration yesterday. Members from Waysville Homer and Pocataligo joined the lodge for a city park event featuring a lavish dinner and addresses by Grand Master T H Robertson and other dignitaries including Colonel Pemberton Cody G S Martin A C Brown and Judge WW Stark.
Sylvester Ga April 27 Judge Russell spoke to a small audience after a delayed arrival from Albany. Spence arranged a noon recess and extended it. Russell spoke about his usual topics and pleased listeners. Tifton Ga April 28 Two dry kilns owned by Ensign Oscamp Lumber burned Monday night at Ocilla. Fire likely started inside the kilns. Loss about 8600 with 8500 insured.
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