02 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1903
Page
1
Reports of steady cold weather sweep the east as snow and sleet affect travel. The piece notes January temperatures, district weather patterns, and warnings for drivers while listing local officials, elections, and community concerns amid the winter spell.
Federal courts seize all Zion City property held by John Alexander Dowie citing about 30 million dollars in assets. Frederick M. Brown and Albert D. Currier named receivers with bonds set at 100000. Dowie accused of insolvent acts and massive financial strain follows failed New York mission. Citizens urged to cash in, sell farms, and move to Zion City to support church work amid unpaid wages.
London December report quotes Kristine Petro vitch, a slater of the late Queen Draga of Servia, stating that after legal expenses her sisters received only £5,058 and Dragas jewel. They say several jewels are missing and they must sell many items to raise funds.
Boston December 1 Papers served on Professor Borden D Bowne of Boston University calling him to trial before the ecclesiastical court of the Methodist Episcopal church to answer charges of heresy levelled by Rev George A Cooke of Trinity Methodist West Medford The accusations accuse Bowne of contrary views on the Deity the inspiration and authority of scripture the atonement eschatology and Christian experience as opposed to Methodist faith standards
Four deaths and twenty five new fever cases reported as typhoid sweeps Butler in December. Six physicians added to local staff and diphtheria appears in three of twenty two children at St Pauls Orphan Home. Quarantine set, precautions taken. nurses arrive from Cleveland and Philadelphia. Mayor Kennedy says staffing is sufficient.
In Indianapolis early December a pair of desperadoes on East St Clair street raided the Michigan Lumber Company office, firing toward A W Prince and fleeing with a small steel cash box containing about seven dollars. They destroyed property valued in the hundreds.
In Washington on December 1 the House adjourned after a long tariff discussion. Democratic and Republican leaders sparred over tariff policy and steel schedules while DeArmond and Williams pressed for limited debate. Leaders argued about trust pricing, committee appointments, and prospects for adjournment as the Senate eyed Cuban bill action.
Peter Lynch a longtime Atlanta figure died this morning at his home on Trinity Avenue. Born in Ireland in 1827 he emigrated to America and settled in Atlanta over sixty years ago. He ran a Whitehall street stand since 1867 and was known for his modesty and generosity. Funeral arrangements to be announced. he was a longtime member of local Catholic and civic groups.
An explosion at the Flat Top mine near Birmingham Alabama killed two men and injured eight, including state mine officials and convicts. Cause undetermined though ruler says powder man Stedding negligent. a worked out heading averted a worse disaster. Nearby events mention Gates yacht Roxana reaching Port Arthur safely and a senate resolution related to post office investigation procedures.
Harvard plans to close its long time coffee house in Harvard Square at Holyoke Street after President Elliot ordered the lease not renewed. The store, a college property, has been a popular midnight dining spot for students seeking coffee and meals, but will cease operations as part of a measure to curb indigestion among undergraduates.
Newport December 1 Mrs Gerald Vanderbilt who was injured by a fall while entering her box at the Grand opera house last night was reported tonight to be resting comfortably. She is out of danger.
A Messing authorization event in Colombia was held in New York City in mid November. The proceedings involved officials and organizers coordinating the authorization process across borders, with attendees including key representatives from the involved agencies.
A lengthy appeal from Colombians in New York to Grover Cleveland is described. The petition asks U S intervention in Panama crisis, praises American justice, and pledges support for Cleveland as protector of Colombian interests. Senor Valenzuela comments on the hopeful yet uncertain path ahead under Roosevelt.
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