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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1901
Page
3
Judge Speer rules the city of Macon violated due process by seizing terminal properties from Central of Georgia Railway and predecessors. The decision cites long-held grants, orders to watchmen, and threats of forfeiture, affirming injunction pending final title resolution.
In Fitzgerald Georgia Dr Wiley Fussell a well known physician was shot dead on a public road by a white man named Brantley. Brantley fired a double barrel shotgun killing Fussell instantly then fled toward the Ocmulgee swamps believed to be hiding. The feud reportedly stems from a two year dispute over Fussell's marriage to Brantley's brother's wife and Fussell's connections.
Hon DuPont Guerry addressed a Coleman hall audience in Fort Gaines on prohibition. He praised women, argued prohibition protects public welfare, cited Jefferson and the U S Supreme Court, pressed for corrupt-free elections, and stated he made no allusion to a gubernatorial candidacy.
Brunswick Ga August 13 Special boldest robbery in area occurs about 9 am when two Negroes entered Mobert Shriver’s home near Palmetto cemetery and took clothing and valuables. Shriver exchanged fire with one assailant, pistol at his face, after a shotgun duel left Shriver unharmed. Police search nearby homes as crowds reel from the incident.
Brunswick Ga August 116 Special Officer McCaskill arrested Will Adams the Negro who Sunday morning entered a citizen’s yard and made improper advances on his young daughter. A laundry check found in his coat pocket aided the case. Adams denies guilt and will seek an alibi. McCaskill says he is sure he has the right suspect. Adams recently released from county jail after a long prior sentence for a similar crime.
Savanah Ga August 13 Special The Atlanta Compress Company will take control of many Georgia cotton compresses on September 1. C C Hanson of Savannah has leased Central railway compresses at Savannah Macon Columbus Bufuta Ala Dothan Ala and operated at Dawson Albany Gmelika Ala and Troy Ala He formed the new company to succeed him as lessee and operator There will be no changes in operation or management Under the lease Atlantic Compress Company may run the lower Savannah mesa of the United Hydraulic Cotton Press Company currently leased to Plant system and Savannah Florida and Western railway
Solomon Samuels, a brick mason, lives on Park avenue in Augusta. His two children were playing with a pistol when the 12 year old boy fired, hitting his 7 year old sister Hattie Samuels in the forehead. This marks the second similar fatal incident in Augusta within a week. Later, a tent meeting at Monticello is announced with Evangelist Martin from Ozark and pastor Caleb Ridley leading services.
In Macon Georgia this afternoon T G Horton driving a wagon for the Koff home was struck near Vineville by a Central railroad engine. Horton is injured but not believed to be seriously hurt.
General G M Sorrel is to be brought to Savannah in President Samuel Spencers private car for burial. The remains travel from Roanoke Va via Southern railway to Mrs F G du Bignons Perry Street home. Funeral set for 5 36 PM tomorrow with military honors from all branches represented.
The Macon Georgia committee in charge of the Bilks street fair met at City Hall to finalize plans. Railroad representatives discussed wide advertising by posters and other means. The event runs October 7 to 14 on Third Street between Poplar and Oglethorpe Streets.
Macon Georgia August 14 Special Judge Nottingham will preside the criminal docket at the city court on the first Monday in September. The calendar lists defendants for Monday September 2 through Friday September 6 including Rutland Tilley W Martin Follen dore Williams Gardner Reddy Johnson Thurmond Everette De Lyons Odum Amason Boyd Dixon Jackson Lewis Lingard Tinsley Thomas Thomas Jones Williams Howell Snipes McHlumurray Clowers Henderson Shirland Young Collins Rivers Odum Tharp Davis Jr.
In Macon Georgia a special election to fill the unexpired term of Wilbur Shinholser awarded the county commissioner post to T E Artope over J J Amason. Artope leads by about 125 after four rural districts remain to report, in his first race against Amason who has held the seat sixteen years. Shinholser had served only months of his four year term.
At a Macon meeting the ordinance committee recommended open cars in summer and conductors to regulate black and white passenger separation. A resolution authorized Mayor Smith to attend the League of American Municipalities convention in Jamestown on August 21. Georgia Military College promotes cadet discipline and seeks 100 boys ages 14 to 20 for the September 2 session in Milledgeville with details from President William E. Reynolds.
Macon Georgia August 13 Special Constable John E Buyck of Orangeburg South Carolina arrived with a negro named Thomas Thompson arrested by City Detectives Amerson and Jenkins on charges of murdering a negro named John Wentz in Orangeburg county eleven months ago A reward of 100 was offered for capture and conviction Buyck left with the prisoner for South Carolina this morning at 9 oclock A party of three negroes were arrested at the time of the murder and were tried for complicity but were acquitted all swore Thompson committed the crime He fled from Carolina immediately after the crime
Athens Special reports a 17 year old Negro accused of violent assault on a 4 year old girl in the county prompting a manhunt and fear of lynching if captured by locals before authorities act. The item also covers a wife theft incident, a criminal assault trial, oil mill transfer suspending ice supply, a pool hall case dismissal, summer school closure and a rattlesnake bite with nonfatal outlook, plus a Cedar Street fire with no insurance.
Macon Georgia August 13 Special State Inspector General Obear inspected the Floyd Rifles of Macon and found the veteran organization in splendid condition. The inspection came as a surprise but Macon military units are ready. He will inspect the Macon Hussars tomorrow night and attend the rifle range opening with a barbecue for invited guests.
The Macon Driving Club held a well attended meeting in Macon Georgia on August 18 to finalize plans for a September 4 matinee racing program. Officials praised rising club strength and forecast status as a premier southern driving organization with a busy schedule ahead.
Abbeville Georgia August 13 Special. County commissioners moved to relocate the court house from Abbeville to Rochelle under 1857 and 1875 laws. Antiremoval lawyers obtained an injunction from Judge D M Roberts delaying further action and setting August 28 for a hearing.
Elberton Ga August 13 Special The city court with Judge B P P Prompt presiding met yesterday and will fast all week Considerable business before the court The sensational feature is the effort by most lawyers to have the act creating the city court declared unconstitutional They claim it unconstitutional in whole as unlike constitutional city courts Others say it is constitutional for civil matters but not for criminal jurisdiction over misdemeanor cases due to a written accusation without affidavits Judge Proffitt overruled the points and the cases will be taken to the supreme court.
Turner's partners debate southern Georgia influence in the gubernatorial bid as Colonel Estill and Captain Turner discuss a possible run. Estill seeks Turner's decision with pledge of support if Turner runs. Turner delays, noting party divisions and he will answer in due time. The exchange highlights lingering frictions and strategizing within the Georgia political scene.
Bainbridge Georgia August 13 Special Uncle Andrew Monroe an old colored man reputed to be 105 died of old age Sunday afternoon He came to Bainbridge when there was nothing here but four military posts and 28 Fort Hughes The town marks his passing as Bainbridge oldest landmark The Hotel Bon Air will open September 1 under George P Babcock of Olean New York The Georgia Florida and Alabama Railroad is being extended to Tallahassee Florida The rail is being laid and the iron bridge across the Flint river is under full headway The Bainbridge Driving Club was organized last week Charter members include John W Callahan J M Fleming C H Caldwell and M Nussbaum
In Fitzgerald Georgia on August 13 a Irwinville meeting of prohibitionists decided Irwin county must have a vote on whisky sales. A petition will seek 400 signatures to trigger an election, with locals predicting a narrow prohibition win.
Americus Georgia on August 13 reports Alderman James Cameron yesterday resigned from the Americus city council after taking a position as master car builder for the Bear board railway at Portsmouth. The move triggers an impending election with many aspirants preparing to enter the race for the vacancy.
A physician in Atlanta asserts no guesswork in his chronic disease therapy. He emphasizes extensive experience, tailored plans, and avoidance of ready made treatments, inviting afflicted patients to consult or request symptom blanks. Office details and hours provided.
Savannah officials expect a joint gathering of Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia bankers in Savannah next summer. The Savannah Clearing Association urged the Georgia Bankers Association executive committee to set the meeting in this city, potentially drawing about a thousand bankers to hear papers and speeches from leading financial figures.
Macon Georgia dispatch reports the death of Mrs Kate Colgan yesterday in Toledo Ohio. She was the mother of Mrs Frank Roush of Macon and wife of Rev J R Colgan a veteran minister in the Ohio Methodist conference. Funeral services for W P Morrison were held today from Mrs James Womack’s Fourth Street residence with burial at Fort Hill cemetery. Pearl Jackson two year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Wiley Jackson had services at Elem Church this afternoon.
Dexter S. Gaster, chief of police, died in New Orleans on August 13 after a illness from cirrhosis of the liver. He had returned from a police chiefs convention and was given a vacation to recover, succeeding Dave Hennessey who was assassinated by the Mafia on October 15, 1900. Miss Hattie Tondee of Americus, Ga., also died today after a prolonged typhoid fever illness, noted for her charitable works.
For the benefit of the Hospital for Incurables a lawn party will be held on Thursday night on the lawn of the Central Congregational Church at the corner of West Ellis and Church streets. The event is hosted by the Atlanta circle of King's Daughters and Sons.
Advertises Stuart's Gin and Buchu as a cure for kidney and bladder problems. Claims to restore vigor, improve blood, and provide free advice on kidney troubles. Mentions a past twenty years of testing and availability by druggists or prepaid express from Stuart Drug Co in Atlanta Georgia.
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