29 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1907
Page
1
A lawyer directed an attack at President Roosevelt but missed, triggering a public uproar as details of the incident emerged. Authorities investigated the confrontation, while political allies condemned the act and called for calm.
At Portland Maine on August 28 a resolution condemning Roosevelt's remarks on the beef trust case and criticizing the trial judge was debated. George Whitelock pressed for consideration despite calls to withdraw. a motion to table failed. Ambassador James Bryce spoke on common law, praising juries and English freedom, as the ABA wrapped up with reports, officer elections, and Bryce made an honorary member.
Judge Walter L Hodges leads push for a new road from Anderson to Hartwell and to Athens Ga An enthusiastic Franklin Springs meeting set up committees and survey work will begin immediately Large attendance and citizen delegates named on the projected route charter already granted to the venture.
Plans announced for major improvements at St Joseph's Hospital in Savannah by the Sisters of Mercy. The old building will be replaced with a new structure harmonizing with a revised hospital program including a tuberculosis ward and care aimed at keeping patients from seeking treatment elsewhere.
W F Hare and his wife were found unconscious in their Marietta street home by Officers Dodd and Hollie. They were taken to Grady hospital where the woman died at 1 29 PM. The man revived to speak, revealing a twenty year drug habit and recent alcohol binges after a new anti drug law limited access.
A rockaway drawn by a rearing team of horses crashed near the Peachtree Walton corner, throwing Mrs J G Oglesby and her daughter KuBenia. They escaped injury as the driver and bystanders controlled the panicked animals. The auto involved fled. the carriage was damaged and later towed for repairs. The driver, unhurt, stayed at his post until authorities concluded the incident.
New York August 28 Chester Runyan former Windsor Trust teller who stole nearly 106000 last June testified that Taura A Carter now on trial for receiving stolen funds tempted him to take more He said they met on the street and at her home and that she urged him to take more money After his disappearance Carter handed him over to police About 28000 of the money remains missing Rochester August 28 Dr George Waldron and three women were killed in a collision between their car and a trolley near Canandaigua The auto was wrecked and the four occupants were mangled The car allegedly was speeding during the crash and the arrest in her home is noted</S>
Kentucky Democrats plan to attack Republican candidate Willson over the Goebel murder issue. The campaign rhetoric centers on a gubernatorial era controversy and potential pardons, signaling a heated election debate anchored in historical grievances and political accountability.
Kentucky Democrats will launch the state campaign in Lexington with Governor Beckham and Judge Hager as speakers. They will press the issue of Goebel’s death and the Goebel assassins, challenging Willson on pardoning suspects and portraying Republicans as weak on justice. The rally aims to match the scale of Taft support and boost Democratic momentum in the race.
Hartwell Masons negotiate to purchase a lot for a handsome temple to be an architectural beauty and local ornament. A committee seeks the best building sites and plans to take action at the upcoming lodge meeting. The design includes a large two story office building.
Walter Donisthorpe alias Wilson, a former valet of King Edward VII, dies at Milwaukee House of Correction at age 66. He previously faced a June 18 theft charge for a coat, pleaded for a year’s sentence but received six months, and later disclosed a revival of morphine habit and a fall from grace as a self described son of Rev. Fred Donisthorpe of Lynton England.
John C. Butler, one of Macon VAs oldest citizens and a former newspaper man, is hospitalized in Macon city with an illness described as not dangerous. He authored the history of Macon, a rare book, and is reported to be in stable condition and may leave his room soon.
New York August 28 Congressman Joseph G Cannon on a cruise with Sibley through the Thousand Islands said he is not a candidate for the Republican nomination for president and would not accept it if offered He warned that if Congress does not act wisely at the next session the need for a national convention could disappear and stressed calm patriotism to maintain business and national progress.
Mrs Man ie Lawson on Glennwood avenue was lured by Louis Taulns a gipsy palm reader who made her hold a bag with a charm and warned not to open it. After a week the charm failed turning $20 into old newspapers. Taulns and Linitsa vanitsa were arrested near the Soldiers’ Home. lawmen say similar swindles have been reported in Charleston and Augusta.
Knoxville Tennessee August 28 The body of a woman guarded by a faithful watchdog was found in the woods just north of the city today. Evidence of a desperate struggle and a crushed forehead. The face eaten by insects, no identification. No missing woman reported. police lack clues.
Water Board and Special Committee halted all bids for a new filter plant after a stormy session. The general manager was ordered to solicit fresh bids in two weeks. Some members urged accepting grants, others opposed as bids were rescinded and a new deal loomed.
The forecast from Washington on August 25 expects scattered showers across Georgia on Thursday and Friday night with variable winds.
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