02 Aug 1905
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1905
Page
1
Fort and Jordan Sidestep SWS amid Pride Parisa association links Bilson Ford and scapegoats noted. Names include Jordan Fort Parisa Bilson and S30. Scapegoats mentioned in context of the association story with local ties.
A dated statement from the Southern Cotton Association addresses alleged malfeasance in the Department of Agriculture tied to the cotton crop. It calls for reform, a reorganization of the department, and creation of a bureau with scientific, unbiased oversight to ensure accurate reporting and prevent scapegoating.
The article reports Sanford on trial for killing George Wright and notes Mrs Sanford returning to defend her honor. It quotes Mrs Sanford asserting she will stay home to clear her name and condemning reports that she ran away as cruel and unmanly.
Colonel Dean argues Sanford killed George Wright in justified self defense after revelations of his wife’s infidelity. He recounts Henry Sanford’s suspicion from letters and family stories, tracing incidents from Rome Madison Augusta to Atlanta. He claims Wright and Mrs Sanford were intimate, even sharing hotel rooms, and says evidence will prove the couple’s night after night companionship and telegrams. The defense seeks acquittal on grounds of justification and the law’s protection.
State witnesses describe Sanford pursuing and fatally shooting Wright, detailing the sequence of events that led to the death. The testimony outlines the alleged actions and timeline, highlighting key moments cited in court proceedings.
Rome Ga August 1 Special Despite predictions a jury was quickly obtained in the murder trial of Vincent T Sanford for the killing of George Wright. The judge cleared nonparticipants from the crowded courtroom and warned of fines for disorder as the panel was selected.
OME GA August 1 Special Mrs W T Sanford returns to city after private trip lasting one day and a half. She denounces sensational reports of a supposed disguise and runaway act, stating she stayed to clear her name and is at home.
In Rome Georgia on August 1 a dramatic court hearing featured Dr. R M Harbin describing how he found Wright dead with Sanford nearby. Sanford exclaimed the murder confession and demanded the sheriff be called. He also requested the doctor remove a pistol from Wright and threatened to shoot again if not dead.
Haish Brucker of Chicago and Willard F Snider of Salt Lake City seek appointment as receiver for the Great Western Gold Company. The filing claims mining property bought for 15000 was later capitalized to 2000 00, with injunction requested to prevent disposal of assets.
A fever case was reported at the pest house in Montgomery on Saturday. Local authorities began safeguarding the facility and monitoring nearby residents for potential spread as officials assess the situation.
City board of health and state health officer issued statements denying spread or quarantine. One case linked to William Minnicett, who fell ill after arriving from Kentwaden July 24 after stay at Capitola hotel. Minnicett treated in isolation at Emergency hospital with fumigated room and mosquito net. authorities held a guarded stance until confirmation.
The forecast highlights showers in Georgia Virginia and Florida plus fair conditions in many regions. Expect variable winds light to fresh along coasts and inland, with chiefly fair weather in portions of the Carolinas Texas and Arkansas through Wednesday and Thursday.
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