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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1901
Page
8
In Beaufort North Carolina Cedar Island, James Daniels woke to smoke and saved his wife and one child from a fire in their upland house. He returned for a second child and his wife, who rushed back in and perished along with another child. Daniels survived but with severe mental impairment. the fire’s cause remains unknown.
Miss Bele Steffo is killed at her Springle Creek home near Kisaimes Florida. Harry Kindall, her second cousin, is mortally wounded after an incident that began with an accidental shooting and ended in a suicide attempt. Kindall had just returned from the Philippines. He was found speechless and tried to write a note asking to pass out of the world. The two were described as close friends.
A dynamite blast at a Briceville miner's cabin, near Knoxville, destroys the home of a two‑ten union miner Emimitt. Reports assign blame to both union and non‑union factions as tensions rise over United Mine Workers organization at the nearby Iron Company mine.
Nashville December 2 Special The Furman will case ends with the jury upholding the will after weeks of trial. Francis Furman died two years ago leaving about 1000 dollars. His son died by his own hand and Mrs Mary Furman died soon after. The will provides a 600 monument and a 100000 memorial hall at Vanderbilt University. none of the relatives receive any bequest. Fifteen nephews and nieces were to benefit but were left out. The suit to break the will was based on alleged undue influence and lack of mental capacity. The decision may be appealed to the supreme court.
Raleigh December 2 Special contributions are being sought for Agri cultural and Mechanical College students who lost all property in Friday night’s fire. Yesterday 125 dollars was raised in Raleigh. Trustees meet tomorrow to plan a separate dormitory and a mess hall. Cadets now dine in a basement once used as a dining hall. The college plans propose distinct new buildings.
Jackson report quotes Rev Samuel Collins a Baptist minister claiming a visions from the Lord. He warns an earthquake will sink Mississippi on March 11 and that the righteous should flee to York Ann while Vicksburg is in special danger. He declares he is based at Enterprise Clarke county and invites contact for safety plans.
Jackson Mississippi December special report State Revenue Agent Adams unearths a bankruptcy era tax case in Simpson county. R A Hilton and W T Hilton of Pearl went bankrupt with 20000 liabilities. A C Hilton claimed 15000 on a note and took property. Taxes on the 15000 note total about 700 dollars over three years. The note awaits assessment as Adams asks Simpson county supervisors to place it on the roll.
Jackson Miss December 2 Special. A meeting of the farmers of Amite county has been called to perfect an organization that may resemble a trust in its salient features. The convention will assemble at Liberty next Saturday and a large attendance is expected. The group aims to force higher prices for cotton seed, now $11 to $12 per ton, seeking $14 or $15.
Jackson Mississippi December 2 Specially AL petition prepared for presentation to Governor Longino asking that a pardon be granted to John Catron a white man serving a life sentence in the penitentiary for murder Catron was sent up from Carroll county and the petition points out that he was convicted on slender circumstantial evidence that he was a mere boy at the time and his life is endangered by disease making it certain he can live only a short time if confined.
River traffic on the Yazoo is seriously limited by a low water stage. Steamboats have paused operations delaying cotton market shipments through the region. Three steamers grounded last week with losses of cotton seed and cargo. divers work to raise the sunken vessel near Belzoni and repairs continue near Yazoo City to restore traffic.
Raleigh, December 2 Special reports that the North Carolina Baptists closed their fiscal year with total collections 20 percent higher than prior records. State missions reached 8 000, American relations 3 000, foreign missions 10 000, education 8 000, mountain schools 11 000, and the orphanage 20 000, signaling robust support across evangelical missions and institutions.
A. E. Willis, sought in Atlanta Charleston and Augusta for forgery, was rearrested in Norfolk. Northern relatives posted $1,000 partial settlement with Citizens Bank, bank recovered full amount. Commonwealth Attorney Veneble pursued trial, bond raised to $2,000, Willis held for court.
The South Georgia Bible Institute opened in McRae at the Baptist church tonight and will run through Friday evening. Bishop Nelson of the Georgia Diocese dedicated the new Episcopal church here as McRae hosts churchmen from three denominations en route to the Macon conference.
A Dublin board deadlock over the Dublin public schools assistant principal post ended with B H Clark elected by a split vote. Four ballots backed Professor Clark and four backed Professor Daniel of Virginia, ending the impasse. Clark, a local resident, has practiced law here. The school reopened this morning after a several week closure due to scarlet fever concerns.
In Sparta Georgia Sunday night Bailey Charlton and his wife left four children age twelve and under at home while they attended church. The house caught fire and two children were burned to death. The eldest daughter managed to free one child but then could not reach the others due to extreme heat.
Macon Georgia December 2 Special Macons new bond bill is in the hands of Representative Felder in Atlanta Residents urge swift passage as it holds much for the city in a pivotal decision affecting funding and projects They await action on the measure in the state capital.
Brunswick lodge of Elks observed memorial exercises at their lodge rooms Sunday night. Rev. C G Bradley delivered the eulogy for the departed brethren marking the tribute in Brunswick Georgia on December 2 with special report.
In Emory college club rooms Oxford Ga December 2 special report notes the Georgia Beta chapter banquet honoring Phi Delta Theta members and Emory faculty. Attendees included Professors Bradley Hanner Sledd Brown Williams Murray Dr Foote II W W Jarman I G Callaway and Covington members W Marshall Jr Turnbull Caynnuch Armistead Lovett Richardson Parks Winship Lott Burton Lewis and Allen plus Baines Rayne and others.
The third ward mass meeting to be held Thursday night at 7 30 near Butler and Hunter streets aims to organize ward improvements. Ex Councilman E S Lumpkin will call the meeting to order and residents urged to attend. The card outlines sewer extensions and street paving as priorities to upgrade Grant Park area and surrounding streets.
Marietta Ga December 2 Special Colonel R T Nesbit of Cobb County is likely to run for commissioner of agriculture next year He has received humorous letters from friends across the state urging him to enter and says he would run if he decides The veteran farmer formerly served in the commissioner's office retiring three years ago and later was elected to the Senate He now concentrates on his farm three miles south of Marietta
In Superior Court A A Strachan files a bill for a receiver and injunction against partner Max Wilk of the Atlanta Jewelry Manufacturing Company over alleged partnership differences. Judge Lumpkin set a December 7 hearing and ordered a temporary restraining order stopping changes to the business. The petition accuses Wilk of diverting funds and depositing money in his own name.
In Montgomery on December 2 Meyrovitch Bros a general merchandise partnership running stores in Dothan and Pensacola was placed in involuntary bankruptcy. Creditors include John Stobey & Co National Furniture Co and others. Receiver Henry Pierce of Dothan was named. Debts are estimated around 359,000 with assets near 40,000.
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