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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1908
Page
10
A wave of straw polls across towns including Thomaston, Waycross, and Martinsville shows Governor candidates Amith and Brown drawing voters from diverse precincts. Reports note scattered results with Amith leading in some districts and Brown in others, while several polls recorded noncommittal votes and cautious turnout.
The Fulton county May term grand jury will organize Monday April 4 in the superior court room under Judge Ella. The full panel includes Antione, Dougherty, Carlton, Heck, Al Smith, Deters, McTraylor, Nunnaty, Terry, DeSauamore, Dunlap, Magill, Mertin, Rhodes, Jonen, Akers, Woo Brown, Hutt, Roberts, Maler, John Lenec, Teast, Dackan, Porter, Langetun and Suttly. The charge to the jury by Judge Ella will focus on near beer minors.
Fulton county tax receiver reports 400 of 25 000 taxpayers have filed property returns. Those who have not are urged to attend the tax office meeting in June to complete their returns. Large city concerns appear delinquent while overall values and depreciation affect the final tally and county counts.
Washington April 2 Davin today introduced a resolution directing that the judiciary committee be charged from the consideration of his bill for the suppression of trusts pools or combinations in restraint of trade. He said he would speak on the resolution next Friday.
A chaotic record recounts a darktown scene where suspicion targets Karl Chandler amid a chicken theft. a judge criticizes the explanation and orders time in stockade. A separate tale describes a Memorial Eve beer gathering with Stella the cook and Charley the butler, a dispute over umbrellas, a rough house, and a disputed payment for refreshments totaling 1578.
Weather report indicates slightly warmer temperatures ahead as a storm area shifts to the far north near Lake Superior. The old saying about calm after the storm appears to apply to those tracking the system.
The Constitution reports several wagers on the gubernatorial race between Governor Smith and Hon. Joseph M. Brown. Bets include 300, 150, 308, 450, and 1000 by supporters in Fulton County and elsewhere. The Constitution disclaims involvement, noting it only records these arrangements as accommodations to the bettors.
Chilly winds sweep Atlanta with a window smashing incident on Peachtree Street near the Candler Building attracting a crowd. A burglary case uncovers a wagon of groceries and merchandise worth hundreds of dollars as police search for suspects. A Confederate daughters event is described at a courthouse gathering with attendees in period attire.
Cal April 24 Fred W Williams former cashier of the First National Bank of DPuxboro Ind sought for alleged embezzlement of 14800 dollars. He was found working as a waiter in a restaurant.
The Anti-Saloon League of Georgia held a secret meeting and failed to endorse any candidates. The main debate centered on Governor Hoke Smith and Governor Joseph Brown, with some support for endorsement and others warning against radical action. A Friday session is planned to decide if a move will be made.
Wingard faced Judge Broyies after refusing service and appearing in Judge Owens court. He was fined 25 dollars on the assault charge against Mrs Lena Connors and bound over on a $300 bond for resisting service of warrant, plus 2300 for cursing Officers Hobroambh and Bates. Wingard claimed drunkenness and denied proposing misconduct.
City Solicitor Lowry Arnold and Jona W. Wall prepare between seventy five and one hundred jail cases to be tried before Judge Calhoun in the May term criminal court. Most cases are minor and include several blind tiger charges.
Commissioner Widson notes extensive crop damage from recent storm. Much cotton killed by wind and heavy rains. in many areas replanting unlikely. Green fruit blown from trees and official confirmation pending.
Reynolds the barber faced Marion police court after a wild scene in front of a hotel. He frightened two women and fought a group, was fined 100 by the recorder, and claimed insanity and amnesia. Prominent citizens spoke in his defense citing his recent hardship, good character, and prior clean record. He offered apologies to those offended.
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