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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1908
Page
9
Governor Bo Comer announced a sweeping proclamation urging broad mobilization for relief across the southern region. The appeal targets cities including Montgomery and nearby areas, citing a need for unified action on relief efforts and resource mobilization.
An account of John Harper of Fannin County and accomplices being captured in a tower by Polk County deputies after a dramatic pursuit. The report notes a perilous hour, a hidden rope escape attempt, and Harper’s ultimate surrender in the predawn hours, with references to family, lawmen, and local context.
Roswell Georgia residents signed a petition urging the Republican national convention to nominate Theodore Roosevelt for a second term. Signed by 174 citizens and led by former mayor R. Broadwell, the plea cites Roosevelt’s leadership and calls for unity beyond party lines.
Stormy meeting of Republican members at the county court house in Fairburn Georgia on April 29. Session dragged into May with factional battles led by Wo Gras of Griffin and John Bean of Wadeburn. Swan named delegate. outcome unclear on support for Taft Roosevelt or Finaker. Revival meeting noted after session. attendees invited to upcoming events.
Harper describes a chaotic escape and a failed surrender offer as deputies close in. He recalls gunfights with officers Keith and others, a neck wound from a shot, and insists England’s killing remains unresolved. Officials celebrate capture, crediting U.S. Marshal Woody.
Washington reports note President Roosevelt plans to use a veto as a leverage tool in pushing his naval policy and public works program. He may back or block measures to authorize new battleships and related public buildings, signaling influence on congressional support ahead of elections.
In Washington on April 29 due to severe cold Henatap Warnar could not finish his speech on the Strawneed affray. A colleague will read the undelivered portion in the Congressional Record at attention prompted by Bacon. The Senate offered no support for printing unspoken remarks. Also, the Woman's Christian Temperance Union of California protests Navy dinners for Atlantic fleet officers.
A jagged dispatch from Washington recounts a shooting involving Rep. Tom Heflin and staff, with accompanying scenes of political clashes over women’s suffrage and judicial measures. Reports detail medical crises, a suspect’s arrest, and congressional maneuvering while Alabama and New Jersey figures loom in the narrative. Nearby, bankruptcy news from Bloodworth highlights legal strains and economic distress.
In Flint River about ten miles west of Camilla the body of a Romanian man was found by two men. The corpse was badly mutilated with a leg chain and ankle weight, making race impossible to determine. A Missouri investigation noted a gunshot wound but could not confirm due to the body's condition. Corner verdict: death at unknown hands.
In Fairburn Georgia April 2 special account of the disqualification of Sudae L. Roan in the case of the state against Wayne Woithine charged with the murder of AO t Halland. Defense attorneys plan to petition Judge Freeman to admit the defendant to bail. Prosecution retains a strong counsel team led by Solicitor General Will Scholrey Toward and others with several state and local officials appearing for the state and defendant.
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