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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1906
Page
1
A historical account traces the Harriman two Pacifics, detailing substantial fortunes made and lost in a high-stakes era. The piece highlights key figures, shipping routes, and economic tides that shifted fortunes in a dramatic business saga.
New York August 17 Special Harriman followers cleaned up on Union and Southern Pacific stock as pools moved in. Brokers rushed to cover shorts after dividends were announced, with Union Pacific up over 17 points and Southern Pacific up about 6 to 7 points. Trading surged, total Union Pacific shares 847 100 and Southern Pacific 481 600.
On August 17 Jasper hosts a special meeting opened by L A Morras of Marietta who spoke for himself before J Z Jaster of Marietta concluded a lengthy prepared address. Atlanta boys depart for Titlon Ga camp with Edgewood group including Eric Daley Lambert Johnstone Rentroe Ravechenberg Jim Miller Brooks Mell and Orme Mller planning a Chattanooga visit.
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Thousands of staunch Floyd County Democrats loudly cheer John Maddox and Clark Howell as they defend Georgia democracy. The veteran speaker drew applause as the crowd voiced support and pride in the political cause.
In Rome Floyd County a thousand voters heard Judge John W Maddox, Rome mayor and former congressman, condemn the disfranchisement fraud tied to Hoke Smiths campaign. The crowd cheered as Maddox defended the Democratic party and rejected Tom Watson. Continued on Page Seven.
Newton county farmer A P Lockwell says a disfranchisement campaign misread by many whites prompted a political reversal. After a recent farmers barbecue discussing Smith's reform, locals concluded the educational test would not allow many white men to vote, tipping Newton toward Clark Howell in the upcoming election. The farmer traveled to Atlanta seeking a Constitution reporter to relay the mood shift.
An incident on an incoming street car led to the arrest of a Black man, Celal Hamilton Manson, after an altercation with a young woman. He allegedly attempted to sit in her lap, was ejected by passengers, fired two shots from a double barreled public safety item, injuring one person slightly. A warrant is out and officers pursue him as rumors of further violence circulate.
San Francisco reports Lady Hesketh daughter of the late Senator Sharon cabled from London her decision to join Sharon heirs in rebuilding the Palace hotel. She signed through her attorney an agreement to take a tide her share of 4.6 million dollars, intended for expansion on the new ten story hotel project. Other items note Sultan’s health improve and Longworth trip to Washington, with other snippets on oil prices, Norfolk Western railroad stock meeting, and Porto Rican labor movements.
A strong earthquake devastates Valparaiso causing heavy casualties and widespread destruction in the Chilean port. Reports indicate hundreds dead or missing as fire breaks out across the city and rescue efforts intensify. Local authorities warn of aftershocks and continued danger to displaced residents.
Reports detail a severe Valparaiso quake with most buildings damaged and fires in the city. Cables to South America disrupted, Lisbon route used for communication, and many deaths and injuries feared. Other Chilean towns reported destruction and ships lost as disaster spreads.
A large, energized crowd greeted Democratic candidate Howell as he concluded his address. Supporters cheered loudly, waving signs and calling for unity, while local organizers praised the turnout as indicative of broad backing ahead of the upcoming event.
Clark Howell spoke at Mobley Park to about 3000 people in Rome Georgia. The crowd traveled from Rome Lindale Cave Springs and nearby counties. He addressed fraud disfranchisement and conspiracy against the Democratic Party and urged supporters to demand more from the campaign.
Bank examiner reports First National Bank of Chelsea closed for excessive officer and director loans. President Sylvester B Hinckley is deeply indebted, with real estate transfers, nominally backing deposits. Directors allege Hinckley’s equity was moved to the bank to cover payments, while a director suspects questionable papers.
An August 17 decision by the Justice Department at the request of the Commerce and Labor Department holds Mexican laborers employed on Texas railroad construction to be unskilled workers. The ruling states unskilled labor cannot be admitted under contract, while skilled labor may under conditions. Acting Secretary Murray ordered deportations for the aliens after the opinion was issued.
Dr Hunter P. Cooper, long ill, shows signs of recovery after a day of better health yesterday. Doctors remain cautious, predicting a longer convalescence, though optimism grows for eventual return to health.
The weather forecast from Washington on August 17 predicts fair conditions for Georgia on Saturday and Sunday with showers in mountain districts and light south winds. Eastern and Western Florida expect local rains, with fresh south winds later. Alabama and Mississippi should see fair Saturday and stronger south winds at night. Louisiana and East Texas face showers Saturday with light south winds.
Bristol Va August 17 Fifty men are entombed in the Clinch mountain tunnel at Clinchport Va after a morning cave in. Rescue work is under way with air pumps advancing 700 feet into the tunnel as a large force labors to reach prisoners presumed alive or dead. Families gather at the mouth of the tunnel amid intense anxiety as contractors note the tunnel will be one of the souths longest and costliest.
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