17 Aug 1910
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1910
Page
1
Judge Kersten dismisses a large venire panel amid claims of widespread approach of prospective jurors. Nearly all veniremen questioned admit contact by parties tied to the defense as attorney Wayman seeks further investigation. The defense, through P. H. O'Donnell, contends a systematic effort targeted every candidate for service.
The knit of a Georgia campaign rally features Colonel L F Livingston and candidate William Howard railing about Congress. Howard claims Livingston introduced 125 bills, with only four passing, as crowds fill the Grand Opera House amid applause and interruptions. A Greater Georgia Association push prepares a midwestern tour to showcase Georgia products and opportunities. Governor Brown’s campaign tightens as headquarters in the Kimball House report brisk activity and upcoming rallies.
Early returns from the Nebraska primary show Hiram W. Johnson leading the Republican field for governor with Charles B. Curry as his main rival. In San Francisco Johnson trails Curry by a narrow margin, while in Los Angeles Johnson leads all candidates combined. Sacramento indicates Curry slightly ahead with country precincts expected to favor Johnson. Chronicle confirms Johnson's nomination in the insurgent wing as returns trickle in from multiple precincts.
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Charles Hall Davis of the Southern Commercial Congress, inviting a 1911 Atlanta address. He hints at traveling through southern states on a California trip, supports a stronger south, and notes efforts to dissipate past misunderstandings affecting regional unity.
A laborer, moved by remorse, paid 16 cents yesterday for a watermelon he took from a Atlanta commission merchant's store thirty years ago. ex police commissioner Arthur Marbut recounts that the man also offered 46 cents total, and Marbut accepted 15 cents as a settlement to ease the worker's conscience.
Governors from Montana Wyoming Utah and Oregon planned a Salt Lake City meeting August 18 at Governor Hay of Washington's invitation. He said the aim is practical conservation policy that advances natural resource protection without hampering development, focusing on the great forest region of the northwest.
The Hoke Smith Club claims statewide support with predicted county majority between 2000 and 2650 and city wards showing strong favor. They report 7000 registered voters pledged to back Smith, and note callers from 27 counties visited headquarters amid lively partisan chatter and speculation about past commissions and political timing.
President Pedro Montt of Chile died in Bremen after a sudden heart failure following angina pectoris while returning from Europe. He visited the United States and was seen by President Taft in Beverly, Massachusetts, where Taft sent condolences to Mrs Montt. Montt, born in 1836, led Chile from 1906 to 1911 and was noted for conciliatory policy and varied public offices, including speaker, senator, and minister plenipotentiary in Washington.
In Kansas City on August 18 time the architect J L Richardson of Covington died suddenly from heart trouble at age 46. He was connected with public works and banks and had recently been linked with treasury department projects. His sudden death shocked colleagues and local officials.
Beverly Mass August 16 news from New York reports Theodore Roosevelt defeated for temporary renomination while Taft refuses comment. Roosevelt aligned with Progressives causing surprise as Taft remains resolved to rid Ballinger. Continued on Page Two.
A concise forecast notes FAIR weather with Wednesday and Thursday outlooks. Light variable winds accompany daytime conditions as Georgia experiences mild, unsettled skies.
New York August 16 Colonel Roosevelt declines the temporary chairmanship of the state convention. He says he would accept only if the convention opts for a clear cut progressive platform and the right candidate, otherwise it would hurt to nominate the wrong man or adopt the wrong platform.
In New York on August 16 Theodore Roosevelt clashed with the old guard of the Republican Party as the state committee rejected his bid for temporary chairman by a 20 to 1 vote. James Sherman was chosen instead, marking Roosevelt's second setback at the hands of party leaders who also resisted the Cobb direct primary bill. Roosevelt issued a pointed statement aligning with progressives as the state struggle continued.
A Cleveland reader, visiting New York, praises The Evening Mail and Cleveland Leader for printing stories. He argues advertisers should refresh copy to keep ads lively and readers engaged, noting indignant readers reject stale content and crave fresh news.
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