TROOPS REQUESTED OVER WARNED RACE TENSIONS IN GORDER COUNTY
Telegram from Tattnall County reports imminent race riot in Tattnall and Liberty counties. Adjutant General Bon wired Liberty and Tattnall sheriffs seeking details as Governor Candler’s absence delays orders. Potential cross country troop deployment if violence escalates and martial law becomes necessary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Executive Department
Tattnall County
Liberty
Candler
Alabama
J. W. Robertson
Hagan
Robert Bon
Tattnall
Liberty County
A. B. Brewer
Hinesville
S. A. Brewton
Reidsville
Fhagan
Collins
Seaboard Air Line
Robertson
Retdaville
Viaduct Girder Hoisting May Be Delayed By Weather And Traffic
Construction crews plan a simple hoist of the viaduct girder with added rigging but warn timing depends on preparations and train schedules. A possible Friday start is noted, with weather and wet rope concerns delaying if conditions worsen. Mr Wilkins cites past girders as less problematic than current site constraints near crowded traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkins
Mr. Wilkins
Mitchell Street
Divorce suit denial claims desertion over cruelty
Mrs Lula Daniel Doster, through attorney J M McAfee, answers her husband Wugenius Doster’s August 14 divorce action by denying cruelty and asking for temporary alimony and attorney fees. She contends he deserted her and is represented by Abbott & Abbott.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doster
Abbott & Abbott
Damaged suit filed against Southern Railway for 5000
Jesse Young via attorney P. P. Smith filed a damage suit against the Southern Railway Company seeking 35000 after an August 19 incident near Fair Street. The petition claims Young, employed by the railroad, was injured when a switch point was negligently thrown toward him and he was caught between the point and a pile of rails while attempting to escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Young
Southern Railway Company
Smith
Young
Fair Street
Diamonds on display for those who seek beauty
A sale notice invites buyers to view hundreds of diamonds set in dainty jewelry or unset. Prospective customers may select stones and settings, choosing from a tempting assortment.
Saves Two from Death by Dr King's New Discovery
Armonk New York mother recounts how her daughter nearly died of whooping cough and bronchitis until Dr King's New Discovery saved her life after other remedies failed. Her hired woman with advanced consumption also recovered and the ad promotes the medicine as infallible for coughs and colds with 5c and 1 bottles and 10c trial bottles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. K. Haviland
Armonk
Insurance Notes on Major Dargan and Alliance Rumor
Rumors in Atlanta fire insurance circles suggest Major Dargan may head a southern department of the Alliance Assurance Company of London, tied to talks on Imperial's business. Dargan denies any trade with Alliance. Also noted are New York Life leaders from the southern departments and a signature anecdote involving General Agent Robert F. Shedden. President McCall and others planned to speak at Manhattan Beach next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Dargan
Major Dargan
Alliance Assurance Company of London
Imperial
Atlanta Fire Insurance
Dargan
Southern Department
Matone
Atlanta
Robert F. Shedden
Georgia Association of Life Underwriters
Shedden
McCall
Kingsley and
Buckner
John C. McCall
The
New York Life
Two Hundred Thousand Dollar Club
Manhattan Beach
New York
Death of L. Coursey near Westview cemetery
L Coursey age 67 died at his Fulton county home after illness and a fall three weeks ago. He was a longtime farmer known for honesty and integrity. Survived by wife six sons and two daughters. Funeral today at 4 30 p m at private burying ground. Little Jewell Shields Dead
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Coursey
Westview Cemetery
Fulton County
Alderman Pierce Moves To Reconsider Franchises
The aldermanic board will again consider two Atlanta Rapid Transit Company grants for Peters street and Boulevard extension. Alderman Pierce seeks a twenty one year limit, but supporters expect the long forty eight year terms to pass, with a mayoral veto likely overridden by enough votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peters Street
Atlanta Rapid Transit Company
Aldermanic Board
George ¥. Pierce
Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Alderman Pierce
Kilpatrick
Fourth Ward
Garrett- Pierce
Messrs
Harvey Johnson
W. Day
J. W. Kilpatrick
M. T. LaHatte
Mims
West End
Forrest Avenue
West Eind
Euclid Avenue
Atlanta Railway and Power Company
Depot Committee to Meet Over Atlanta Rail Depot
A special depot committee appointed by the General Assembly will meet at the state capitol to outline methods to obtain a new Atlanta railroad depot. Rep G V Gross chairs with Reps Porter King J B Davis C L Davis and Sens Ellis and Holder. The panel will discuss the gate of the Western and Atlantic railroad and may draft a report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Atlanta
State Capitol
G. V. Gross
Wilcox County
Porter King
Fulton
J. BD. Davis
Beldwin
C. L. Davis
Meriwether
Ellis
Bibb
Holder
Jackson
We buy schoolbooks in prime condition in Marietta
Local buyer announces they pay top prices for all schoolbooks in prime condition. They emphasize ready service, urging sellers to avoid crowds and contact Jobo 39 in Marietta for quick transaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobo
Marietta
Trusts Beyond The Law Capital To Consolidate
The American Bar Association opened its twenty fourth annual meeting in Denver at the Tabor Grand. President Wetmore of New York delivered the address outlining state by state legislation on corporations and trusts, labor, taxation, elections, public health, marriage and welfare. He noted growth of consolidations despite anti trust laws and warned of political and legislative tensions. A new general council was chosen with representatives from several states and a memorial from the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Company urged a universal law congress to be planned for St. Louis in 1905.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
American Bar Association
Tabor Grand Opera House
Charles F. Manderson
Nebraska
Edward Wetmore
New ‘York
Wetmore
California
Minnesota
Utah
Colorado
Texas
Oregon
Iinois
Missouri
Idaho
United States
North Carolina
J. Crawford Biggs
Onto
J. M. Sheets
South Carolina
Charles A. Woods
Virginia
Paterson
Florida
R. W. Williams
Georgia
P. W. Meldrim
St. Louis
Union
Negro Leads A Hot Chase In County Manhunt
John Walker, a negro, eluded and then was captured by County Policemen Frank Golden and Fred White after a three mile pursuit near the Mason Turner ferry road and Hollywood cemetery. Earlier near Tampa on the river electric line he held a crowd at bay with a knife during arrest, tied to a corn theft charge from Mr Bridwell’s land. He was brought to the city and placed in the Tower. a large bulldog pistol was found on him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Walker
Frank Golden
Fred White
Mason & Turner
Walker
Bridwell
Hollywood Cemetery
Tampa
Death of Mrs. S. C. Long in Atlanta area
Mrs. Salle Curtis Long aged 11 months with Brights disease died yesterday afternoon at 5 at her daughter Mrs. B. H. Carrolls home 86 East Pine Street Atlanta. Widow of Dr. James A. Long of LaGrange she is survived by children in Atlanta Muscogee Fort Worth and San Angelo. Funeral at 2 today at the residence with interment at Oakland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salle Curtis Long
B. H. Carroll
East Pine Street
Long
Bright
James A. Long
LaGrange
Sherman
Texas
B. A. Carrol
W. A. Long
Sallie and
Lena Long
Atlanta
J. A. Long
Muscogee
Ind. T
C. H. Murdock
L. P. Robertson
Forts Worth
Tex
A. T. Lyle
San Angelo
Oakland
Colored W C T U To Meet In Elberton Aug 24 28
The Eleventh Annual Convention of the Colored Woman's Christian Temperance Union No 2 of Georgia will be held at the colored Methodist Episcopal church in Elberton from August 24 to 28. Delegates from Atlanta will travel by Seaboard Air Line at 1 PM tomorrow afternoon and are expected to attend. An interesting program is planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elberton Au
Colored Woman's Christian Temperance Union
No. 2
Georgia
Colored Methodist Episcopal Church
Elberton
Atlanta
Seaboard Air Line Road
Meters for all services debated by Atlanta water board
After an hour wait for a quorum the Atlanta water commissioners held a brief session. Superintendent Park Woodward reported the estimated $2,300.60 cost to meter all free services and the finance committee was given authority to act. The report, detailing usage by the YMCA and Atlanta Athletic Club, suggested limiting monthly flows and noted Whitehall street paving costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Water Commissioners
Park Woodward
Finance Committee
Fulton County
Young Men’s Christian Association
Atlanta Athletic Club
Witer
Association
Woodward
Young Men's Christian Association
Athletic Club
Colonel Woodward
Whitehall Street
Windsor Street
Water Works Department
TilNyer
Harrison
Harrison, Harwell
Erwin
Kilpatrick
Blochworth
Hillyer
Peters and
Wilkes
Health of Convicts Good Under New System Says Green
Dr Green asserts health of convicts in state camps is much better since prison farm system began. Captain Yancey counters that health is excellent, noting few inmates in hospitals across camps. Reports show only a small percentage under medical care, with 266 at state farm and 38 treated. Green cites Chattahoochee brick yard camp where only three are hospitalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. T. Dozier
Goodhow Yancey
Prison Commission
Atute
Yancey
Jesseea
Doziers
State Farm
Degier
H. Green
Chattahoochee
Capitol
Vacuum Organ Developer Promises Quick Relief
An Indianapolis ad claims a device called Vacuum Organ Developer can treat weak organs, loss of power, and draining without drugs or electricity. It promises permanent cures in weeks with 74,000 uses and no failures, urging readers to write for free particulars in a plain envelope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thorp Bik
Indianapalis
Colombian gunboat La Popa sinks near Savanilla harbor
News from Cartagena reports the Colombian gunboat La Popa sank after striking near Savanilla harbor while returning from repairs in Colon. Four men escaped in an open boat. searches found no trace. The iron auxiliary schooner, built 1887 in Wilmington, measured about 18 feet long with a 20 foot beam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savanilla Harbor
Clon
Colombia
Vie Galventon
Tex
Cartagena
Savannla
Colon
la Pona
Savanilla
la Papa
la Popa
Willmington
Del
Kavinn
McKinley Invites Nations to 1903 St. Louis Exposition
The state department issued a proclamation signed by President McKinley inviting nations worldwide to participate in the Louisiana Purchase exposition to be held in St. Louis in 1903. It urges appointing representatives and sending exhibits to showcase resources industries and progress in civilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Washington
State Department
McKinley
Louisiana Territory
United States
Policemen Are Suspended In City Arrests
New York police commissioner Murphy orders suspension of Sergeant Shiels Wardman Glennon and Der after their arrest on neglect of duty charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Murphy
Shiels
Glennon
Der
Also Mentioned on This Page
Hood
Insurance Notes
Jewell Shields
Jewell O. Shields
Cartos
Trusts
Negro
S.C. Long
Mar Lis
Usc
Oxford
FOYE
Gearuleasis
Hirsch Bros
Whitehall
Dixie
Dowman Mfg. Co
Trinity Ave
NM County
Walter Tomlinson
Fannie F. Fare
John R. Willinson
Ofice
Shepard Bryan
Willis Smith
John R. Wilkinson
Washington, D. C
Eiseman Bros
Atlanta, Ga
Rlow
Ien
Pryor and
Alabama Streets
Baltimore, Md
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!