Defense calls 22 witnesses in Leon Frank case refuting prosecution
Defense presents twenty two witnesses including Emil and Mrs Selig to support Frank. They describe no unusual conduct by Frank on the murder day and challenge prosecution points. Dalton admits prior gang involvement. Lawyers clash over improper advances questions as cross examination continues.
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Georgia
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Reuben Arnold
Impeachment Fight Rages Over Sulzer Case In Albany
Mrs William Sulzer declares she used campaign funds to buy stock and accepts sole responsibility for the impeachment effort. The assembly debates the resolution through an all night session with Republican and Democratic leaders staking positions. The motion to postpone failed 73 to 49, with leaders signaling possible impeachment before adjournment.
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Sulzer
Beautiful Blonde Testifies on Diggs Reno Abduction Case
In San Francisco on August 15 the trial of Maury Diggs former state architect continued. Marsha Warrington and Lola Norris testified they were threatened with exposure and urged to leave town as Diggs promised marriage and divorce. Caminetti also faced charges. Witnesses described the Reno journey, train tickets, and the alleged coercion to join a scheme involving Diggs and Caminetti.
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Thavern Wi Maury Diggs
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Wee Noble
Lola
Confession of His Wife Fails to Save Sulzer
The Lower house of the New York legislature met to vote on Governor Sulzer a resolution to impeach him on charges of wilful and corrupt conduct in office and high crimes and misdemeanors. The vote surpassed the needed majority. Mrs Sulzer reportedly took blame for revelations from the Feawles investigating committee. Details mention she told Senator Palmer of her full involvement, while Palmer denied confirming or denying. The story continues on page four.
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Andersonville
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Copies of Constitutions Save Day in House for Tax Revision
The speaker and senate president obtained The Constitution reprint to satisfy house members that the senate tax revision bill was printed. Two hundred copies were placed on desks for the afternoon session. The paper printed a verbatim senate version, enabling quicker house debate with only two days left in the session.
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Governor Slaton Applauds Georgia Solons For Tax Reform
Governor Slaton lauded the Georgia legislature for passing an appropriation bill and tax revision aimed at sound business methods. He praised lawmakers from both parties for rising above politics, urging timely payment of taxes and stressing the reform's broad justice and economic stability for the state.
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Georgia
Pasain
Anderson Miller
Slaton
General Assembly
Clayton Named for U S Senator in Alabama
Henry Clayton of Alabama was appointed by Governor Neal to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Senator Joseph F. Johnston. Clayton will leave for Washington tonight to present credentials but will not resign his House seat until seated in the Senate. The governor’s action hinges on constitutional or seventeenth amendment procedures, with debate on whether the vacancy should be filled by state appointment or a new election.
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Aevenag
Oneal
Henry Clayton
Alabama
United States Senate
Joseph Fernes Johnston
O'Veal
Neal
United States
Senate
Congress of the United States
Union
Burwell Breaks Tie in Georgia Tax Reform Passage
Speaker Burwell breaks a tie to assure passage of tax reform in Georgia. The measure passes after a lengthy debate from 3 to 6:30 with each member explaining votes ten times. The bill advances to Governor Slaton for signature.
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Slaton
Motion to Reconsider Defeated in Georgia Legislature Duel
The Georgia House faced a dramatic vote on the Anderson-Miller tax equalization bill. A late taxi arrival and Speaker Burwell’s decisive ballot broke an 85 to 85 tie, prompting chants of In the Sweet Bye and Bye. Advocates on both sides pressed undecided members as the chamber roared with partisan intensity.
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Gower
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Capitol
Anderson-Miller
Bill
Georgia
House of Representatives
Senate
Burwell
House
Women Officers Denied by Police Board
The board of police commissioners unanimously rejected Chief Beavers request to create women probation officers to handle girlish offenders. Commissioners Johnson Mason opposed, noting women officers in Chicago and Los Angeles prove unsuitable. Chairman Mason declared opposition to women in police roles except as matrons, and all members voted against the plan.
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Los Angeles
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Police
Weather Prophecy for Georgia Downgraded Forecast
Continued on page fourteen. Weather prophecy fair Georgia generally fair Wednesday and Thursday. Winds from the north will be moderate with slightly warmer temperatures expected by day.
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