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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
7
Florence Conlin Carman wife of Dr Edwin Carman of Freeport will go on trial again in Mineola for the murder of Mrs Louise Batley. Nassau County District Attorney Himith announced the case would be called May 10 after a previous jury disagreed.
A clothing shop at No 12 Edgewood urges shoppers to consider value over price. It touts suits at 1500 yearly and claims better quality and style compared with higher priced garments. The ad relies on modest wording to attract attention and imply superior value.
Macon faces a court review of a $400 000 bond issue authorized by voters. Judge A Mathews will oversee the matter as the city expedites spending, with bids already prepared for sewer projects in Gest Vinevill y and Ninesille and plans to fund hospital improvements.
A Buchanan city council debate centered on granting a franchise to Mrs JH Waldrop to enter the town with a rural telephone system. Representatives from the Gainesboro Telephone Company opposed the move, warning competition could drive firms out of business. The council deferred action and will reconvene next Monday to decide Waldrop's request or deny it. Se neral Tallapoosa council members observed, predicting Tallapoosa would follow Buchanan's lead.
A Ware county report notes burglars in small towns use chimney exits after doors fail. Henry Jonson described stealing central merchandise during WWI era, with Jolene Bow and others held amid recovered goods including clothing and shoes. Police consider action by the superior court.
A court appointed JW Morne as receiver for the Metalte loan link amid action by Judge Woof Thomas. The bank handles the link of Metailie Ling action with formal steps at Stockholmery. The depot noted issues as loans were frozen amid rehabilitation efforts by the parties.
A new church for Lanett near West Point is approved and forthcoming. Construction funding of about 620 dollars is secured, with work to begin next Monday and finish within a monthly timetable. The project aims to provide a modern, convenient place of worship as part of the state work program.
Fosyth Ga May Day notes a large attendance despite bad weather at Bessie Tift College Founders Day. Governor John W Slaton spoke, introduced by James W Callaway of The Macon Telegraph. An attractive program featured local students and speeches from Blaodworth Forsyth and Ipshaw Atlanta.
In April a Chicago campaign event degenerated into near riot scenes as women supporters clashed with protesters. Speakers faced disruption while public figures including John and Seymour Stedman attended, and guards restrained several demonstrators amid heated exchanges over the prohibition candidate.
A report notes mass culling of animals amid a foot and mouth disease outbreak. Officials in Washington vow to extend preventive measures as the epidemic spreads, with millions in state and federal costs anticipated and livestock herds destroyed across multiple fields.
Closing arguments proceed as lawyers demand verdict in a tense Terre Haute trial. Prosecution and defense present final statements with governors and community groups backing respective positions while evidence is cited to rebut conspiracy claims and stress the defendants innocence.
An advisory committee on aeronautics announces a roster of members including Lt Col Sanat, Maj Gen Segen, and other military and academic figures. The group, chaired by a colonel, will oversee research and policy, with appointments notably led by government and university representatives.
Diplomatic channels will be used to address the loss of the Ameudeda steamship Y Wabi after a German submarine attack. Washington officials anticipate no dairy in Ang al 1 decision until the official version is established.
April 2 dispatch reports over 250000 dollars allocated for the first salaries of about 140 new representatives. The Sergeant at Arms and staff prepared 280,100 in payroll for the month beginning March 4, with many members taking office after adjournment and awaiting reconvening next year.
New York April 2 The leader of the Society Vagabonds in West Virginia Alias Antonio Beandale alias Ammura faced a federal charge in the murder of Leonardo Vincenzo at Paloaont West Virginia The authorities say he also aided an extortion scheme targeting James Soutcher a wealthy Warduus man of Warduus by threats tied to a fellow Vagabonds member.
Augusta April 4 The Superior Court appoints Henry C Maimmiend receiver to control disputed properties in a Richmond County matter involving the Insurance Company and its affiliates. Court directs pending jurisdiction decision between Atlanta and here, protection of Insurance Company assets ordered.
A late 19th century dispatch reports Britain will halt contraband messaging and transmit only through approved channels. The note, routed via American and London embassies, signals formal government intent to curb unauthorized transmissions and will use standard diplomatic lines for official communications.
Washington April 2 The Atlantic Fleet will leave Grantaname tomorrow for Langier Sound to conduct spring target practice. Secret plans indicate after the warships arrive in waters, Danielsson will proceed to Lampton Konds to confer with Admiral Llucher on reviews to be held in New York. Tentative schedules then call for the fleet to move on to the Pinaire Vache exposition with a likely departure early in July.
A garbled OCR fragment references sending food to Germany and Austria by mail. It mentions shipments, packages with various foods, and a plan or system for distributing supplies, but details are unclear due to the unreadable text. No definite names, dates, or places are clearly identifiable.
A wartime memo quotes Mr. Garrison comparing a government restriction to taking a bottle from a baby. He criticizes proposed prohibitions as impractical and asserts that a dry order should be introduced to align regulations. The remark highlights tensions over military discipline and policy during wartime.
In Chicago an isolated leper will stay in an exclusive suburb until conditions in the country permit safe return to Italy. The decision by Washington authorities was received today. Onardi, once a watchman at the Timoop Country lab, was found afflicted by physicians.
Macon Georgia April report states Chief Riley has charged Detective Newberry with insubordination. A hearing before the police commission was promised, with Newberry claiming the chief has criticized his conduct and raiding of blind tiger operations. The chief ordered Newberry from the office after a stormy interview, and Newberry says he will present witnesses via the civil service commission. No date for the hearing was set.
James Wright, among the accused in the Sours Collegiate fire that charred the boys dormitory, was acquitted in superior court after the defense argued late yesterday. The jury debated the case briefly before verdict. Wright’s roommate testified he was in bed when the blaze began, while Purho Bridges faced sentencing in the same charge.
Falixburg reports a revival in sheet and tinplate production as mills reopen and workers return from war contracts. John William, agent for Lion steel and tin, notes improving conditions and rising wages, enabling independent manufacturers to resume market activity.
A secretary presented excerpts from a monthly report showing overall improvement in business conditions across multiple lines. The document notes steadier indicators and suggests ongoing positive trends, though specific figures are unclear due to damaged text fragments.
Attorney General Grice ruling holds that when health department printed material is lost by fire the insurance payout may be collected only by state board of health officers. The decision underscores the board’s power and authority.
The attorney general ruled on whether the state could accept bonds to settle debts. A New Jersey corporation in Kiunawick faced receivership with a $2900 claim for gasoline inspection. The firm reorganized and offered bonds to pay all debts, but the opinion advised waiting for court approval of the master’s claim.
Chicago April 2. Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor expresses confidence that a general industrial tie-up in Chicago would be avoided as striking painters and plasterers agree to submit grievances to arbitration.
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