02 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1912
Page
1
City officials argue a 5 million dollar bond issue would not overburden annual revenue. Interest on 5 million would run about 200 thousand, offset by rising tax values and planned public improvements. Proposals foresee better schools, streets, and services, with a bond election likely early next year and mayor council action to set the issue and spending plan.
The New Orleans Times-Democrat reports estimates from correspondents in cotton states predicting a total 13 979 900 bales for 1912. Figures by state include Alabama 1 250 000 Arkansas 1 500 000 Georgia Florida 1 990 090 Louisiana 1 450 990 Mississippi 1 100 000 Oklahoma 1 100 000 North Carolina 950 090 South Carolina 1 250 000 Tennessee 0 000 Texas 0 000.
In Bayard Nebraska December 1 the year and a half old son of J B Butte died after being struck by a south bound overseas limited train at 2 pm The child with an older brother attempted to cross the track when the accident occurred and the boy died forty five minutes later
H W Parker alias Charles A Long a Minnesota bank official held in West Point after confession swallowed twenty five grains of headache tablets and was revived by doctors He expressed happiness life spared and plans to return to Minnesota to repay funds His wife stays loyal and may join him in a bid to rebuild his life Mayor of Winnebago and bank positions are noted as his past roles Other officials travel from Chicago to Atlanta to bring him back to Minnesota
The piece describes a lively children’s competition in the Constitution’s big M. A and M contest. Warner Cone at Kirkwood leads the boys, with Teanette Samuels climbing from third to second. The Jolly Fat Man notes the strong, playful effort and mixed results as youngsters race toward the finish.
The Times reports a proposed peace scheme with Greece gaining Epirus, Serbia old Serbia and Movipazar, Bulgaria Thrace with frontiers from Midla to Dedeaghatch, and autonomy for Macedonia with Saloniki as capital. Albania under Balkan suzerainty. Turkey to join the Balkan league. Armistice terms delayed, eight days duration, possible extension, and negotiations near Kurasu bridge with Nazim Pasha and General Savoff in attendance.
Cordele Ga December 1 Special That the firm of W W Espy cotton exporter of Savannah Cordele and other points had failed yesterday with liabilities 259000 and assets about 125000 due to September October sales made on a little over 10 cents middling and the 12 cent rise causing inability to meet contracts Brothers E M and Joe Espy of Cordele admit defunct and an effort may be made for Carl Espy and the Espy Cotton Co to assume part of creditors obligations Settlement offered from Savannah with branch offices in Thomasville Fitzgerald Moultrie and Vienna.
Delegates arrive for the national gas convention as the dazzling exhibit of lamps stoves and machinery is unveiled at the Atlanta auditorium. Opening to the public Tuesday at 10 am the expo runs daily except 3 to 6 pm with 25 cent admission.
New York December 1 Marcus M Marks chairs a national department on industrial mediation laws formed by the National Civic Federation. The group aims to draft a model state bill and strengthen the Erdman act, seeking broader federal and state legislation after twelve years of the federation conciliation work.
ton exporter has offered a settlement with creditors but no action taken yet. Carl Espy of the spy Cotton company spoke for his brother stating an agreement would be reached with creditors during the week. He could not disclose terms and denied any link between Espy Cotton or Carl spy and Ww. Espyy’s interests.
Savannah church sermon denounces current high society morals as worse than ancient Rome. Bishop A W Wilson says modern science and philosophy fail to unveil universal mysteries. Plans discussed to honor late Bishop Pierce with a monument. Conference adjourns after minister assignments and memorial services.
Jacksonville, December 1. Wohard Frayne, 25, an aeronaut from Lowell, Mass., plummeted 2,000 feet during a Tri County fair ascent. His parachute opened but he struck the driveway near Beregreen cemetery, dying instantly. Companion Jack Crosby watched, noting Frayne failed to place his hands in the parachute wristlets before the fall. Crosby severed his own parachute and survived. Frayne’s only living relative is brother Charles Frayne of Brighton Beach.
Mayor-elect James G. Woodward alleges an election conspiracy by Republicans and socialists to defeat him next Wednesday. He claims to have evidence that registered Black voters and labor groups are being urged to vote against him, and he urges supporters to mobilize a larger turnout to surpass the alleged opposition. Socialists defend their slate and say they rely on Democratic voter apathy to win.
London report says Annie Gross, an American woman, shot and killed English actress Miss deasle McIntyre after a separation from her husband vaudeville performer Pake Grose. Jealousy cited as motive in the early account.
Washington December 1 The expiring sixty second congress meets at noon tomorrow for its final work of legislation. Fifteen appropriation bills carrying over 1 006 000 000 for government support must pass. Impeachment of Judge Archbald must be tried in the senate. Committees will prepare for the extra session under President elect Wilson. No tariff legislation is expected this winter. Bills include labor department action dry states liquor shipments prohibition and constitutional term limits for the president.
December 1 forecast from Washington shows Georgia and the Mid-Atlantic expecting rain or clouds with cooling trends through Monday and Tuesday. Virginia North Carolina and East Texas favor fair or cloudy with rain possible in parts. Florida Alabama Mississippi vary with rain or clearing and colder days ahead. West Virginia Tennessee Kentucky Oklahoma Arkansas report rain then much colder or fair and cooler through Tuesday.
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