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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1906

Page

15

Constitution and editors warn readers of daily and weekly editions

The notice lists subscription options for The Constitution publications including daily, Sunday, and weekly rates, with multiple solicitations from agents across territories. It references offices in Atlanta and New York distribution, and notes travel reps and contact points for subscriptions and advertising.

Ailesta Nichols & Hollidat Auante Washington Buite Kraet de Bullaing Coreer Donnelit Blackborn Moorf Hettet Dickhon Blatemaon Carroll Tom Munt EL Parrot Stoker D. Deumbeloe Broadway

Roosevelt's Message Outlines Nation's Pressing Needs

President Roosevelt presents a national policy address aimed at uniting the country on key issues. He defends a middle course amid labor, capital, race, and international morality debates, stressing restraint from demagogues and reactionaries and outlining plans on lynching, currency reform, agriculture, interstate regulation, and treaty rights, including the San Francisco Japanese school case.

Roosevelt Congress Moose San Francisco

President Roosevelt on the race problem in the south

The article reviews Roosevelt's message on lynching, urging respect for law and swift, orderly justice. It emphasizes education, especially industrial education, to uplift the race and curb mob violence, calling on all citizens to support lawful reform and societal progress.

Roosevelt South Mont Idienesa

Atlanta urged to adopt liquor control charter amendment

A Georgia court advisory argues interstate liquor shipments cannot be blocked by local authorities under federal law. It praises a unanimous city council committee recommendation to authorize charter amendments to regulate and tax liquor trade, urging council action without delay.

Supreme Court of the United States Georgia South Carolina Supreme Court Lawrenceville Supreme Courts Atlanta Council Ishericense Cen- TV

President Roosevelt’s Reform Talk Sparks Broad Debate

The message from President Roosevelt praises congressional reform efforts while signaling a vigorous, independent stance on national issues. It notes readiness to express strong opinions on any line and recalls prior measures and public reception, despite evident spelling and transcription errors in the text.

Carnegie Roosevelt Roosevelt Thoreiy Congress

Georgia invited to Alaska-Yukon exposition in Seattle

Governor Terrell received a special invitation from the exposition organizers urging Georgia to appoint commissioners and participate actively. Major Clarkson, bearing a letter from Vice President McGraw, urged Georgia involvement and exhibit support. The invitation, signed by JF Chitberg and WF Shemfield, stressed state interest and a formal appointment process. The governor indicated Georgia would consider the matter and take it up at the proper time.

Ajort Clarkson Sioner Seattle Wash Terrell Georgia Clarkeon Jeter John H. McGrax Capoaltion Company JF Chitberg Wow BheMfield Major Clackson Luxebak Tonfer Allew Tern Ageured

Letters From The People A Your Free Editor

A 1906 to 1908 collection of letters from readers in Georgia proposing immigrant land use and railroad schedule reforms. Walker of Sparta offers land to white immigrants for tenant farming with houses. another Walker from Roberta promises rent-free tracts or half-price rents for immigrant families. J F Scott of Conyers advocates prioritized railway schedules to improve paid service and reliable departures for travelers.

Practical Georgia Developera Messrs Albiey Yeomans Wade Tam Joan D. Walker Sparta Wents Redstor W Odl Walker Tdltar J. F. Scott Conyers

Logansville Elects Mayor and Council in Walton County

Logansville Go December 3 Special In the election for mayor and councilmen for the ensuing year the old mayor and council were reelected without opposition Mayor NO Bennett, councilmen Ww St Moswell, COM Halley WR One iey A J Gmerett A Tabby fooT Ce Weaver The erection of a new 19000 school by siding Is in progress for through 2 A Oruirke & 4 ef Vtaite wae dressed the plans of the Isles

Walton Logansville Bennett St. Moswell Halley J Gmerett The Isles

Negho Killed by Railroad Tragedy Near Gem Nalsight

A man named Harvey was struck and killed by a train between Sint Martin and Gem Nalsight. The body lay scattered along the track for hundreds of yards as witnesses described the mangled remains and torn clothing. Police and local officials began investigations into the incident.

Calumeus Aentral Treergia Sint Matin Ad Gem Nalsight Alumbus Pegro Harvey

Schedules Cause Clamor Across Georgia Rail Delays

Reading from The Waveroos Herald and others, amid rail schedule chaos Georgia towns including Atlanta Bainbridge Dublin Dublin Times Dispatch Albany and Savannah rail delays spark public ire. Citizens rail against late trains and obstructed mail and freight service across multiple cities.

Atlanta Dublin Times-Dispatch Dublin Times Dispatch

Conviction for Simple Assault in Atlanta Court

In Atlanta criminal court yesterday Peter Gilbert, son-in-law of Joe Glenn, convicted of simple assault on Mrs Elisabeth Huggins after earlier grand jury proceedings. Judge Czihoun fined Gilbert $100 plus 12 months on the chain gang with costs.

Atlanta Peter Gibert Joe Glenn J. N Camp Elisabeth Huggins Gilberts Czihoun

Judge Felton Again Gives Negro the Limit of the Law

Macon Georgia December 4 Speciala Jenny Fews was sentenced to twenty years in the penitentiary for shooting W G Salomon Jr and C M Adams Jr at the Centennial fair grounds on October 7 in a second conviction for attempted murder. The trial finished before dinner and sentence was passed this afternoon. Committes Goes to Congress Macon Georgia December 4 Messrs A V Chappell RF Burien 11 M Smith and Henry Harne named to Macon committees in the river shipping congress meeting in Washington. The selection was made by Emmett Bm president of the chamber of commerce. The members leave tomorrow for Washington.

Felton Macon Jlenny Fews W.G Salomon, Jr C. M. Adams, Jr Centennial Fair Washington Emmett Bm Chamber of Commerce

Colored Meth Sts Meet North Georgia Conference in Cedartown

The North Georgia Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church convenes in Cedartown with Bishop H. M. Turner presiding. About 167 ministers respond to roll as the boundary spans from South Carolina to Alabama and Tennessee. Leaders from Rome, Athens, and Marietta districts read reports on moral, intellectual, and financial efforts. a dormitory project is authorized. five thousand members are within the conference bounds.

North Georgia A. M. E. Church Cedartown Nort Georgia Conference African Methodist Fotacopatarith HM. M Turner South Carola Alabama Tennesere Ealding Eldera Ealding Eldera [Oh Otaon, of Te Rome District, TN Fitzpatrick Preetiing Washagton Kot Matthews Athens Venimersite Talbert Talancoeg Diciriel Marietta Distri Lee Mortis Aron College Stronon

Death of Mrs M W M Shropshire at age 82

Mrs M W M Shropshire, aged 82, wife of Fudge W M Shropshire, longtime Atlanta resident and prominent local figure, died today around noon. She was mother to R F Shropshire of New York and RF Shropshire of Atlanta Clyde Shrep wire of Lexington Ky and Mines ttle ad Lilly Shremabire of Rome.

E. F P. Shropshire Atlanta Shropshire Fudge W M R F Shropshire New York RF Shropshire Clyde Shrepwire Lexington Lilly Shremabire Rome

Unusual Court Session Delivers Quirky Hearings

A lively police court yesterday featured a string of odd cases led by stories of a former slave Whorter and an alleged pence appraiser, Mag Gy Madge, with exchanges about slavery and race. The session saw a mix of assaults, a dangerous driving incident, and a dramatic outburst as Charles Murrell wrecked his home over a trivial quarrel.

Riot Call Law Aimed At Police Fire Bell Ringing

An ordinance drafted for Councilman Oldknow addresses riot call procedures and the ringing of the fire bell by police. It recalls past actions by police board members in 1906 and notes Oldknow did not participate in the bell ringing. The councilman asserts he had no role in the incident and defends his stance on the proposed measure.

Thirela Oldknow Yung Verbern Police Board Ruah Oldiknow Howese Fat Bhattle

No Sheriff Sale Held Amid Fulton County Scrutiny

An Atlanta weekly statement from the Atlanta County Home Association notes bank charges and prosperity themes, while Fulton County Sheriff’s Office reports no sale under a legal claim. The piece references a thirty year span with no hammer action and hints at ongoing inquiries into financial conduct.

Atlanta Atlanta County Home Association Fulton County

Committees Named By Chamber For Annual Meeting

Chamber of Commerce directors appoint committees for the annual meeting and program week in January. Names listed include Sam D Jones Will Pape Walls and others, with a committee tasked to oversee arrangements and ensure smooth proceedings.

Chamber of Commerce Tenner New Army Directix Mel Abbera Tsantolhowe Pbert Lo Foreman Forres Adair Orme FOV Faxon

Freight Train Wreck Near Moultrie GA At Trestle

A freight train on the A B & A crossed a trestle near Moultrie Georgia when the structure gave way. The engine plunged and trucks pulled from the tender. One injured, a black brakeman, trapped under debris. Passenger service continued on a bypass line. December 4 report notes continued trains. Also note coal miners wage increase discussion at Connell mines, Texas.

Birmingham Atlantic Indianreek Tiftin Otrom Lumber Kingwood Norman Fork Laredo Texas Conell Sos Connell Tha Raiev

Saw Saloon Violations Prompt Council Report

The police report alleges that two saloons violated contracts by licensing lapses and white patrons were served at Papin saloon and De Grub street location. Officers Dorsett and Massey prepared the report. the matter may go to the price committee for further investigation.

Offcera Dorsett Massey Peru Calaway de Atur Atrert Rhodes Norris Ing Papin Price Committee

Steamer Moned er at Fat i2 Old Desninion Liner

A maritime inquiry reports the steamer Monon was dockside after a collision with a battleship while Manroc of the ONT line suffered defeat. An inspector case led to no further action and the Virginie Village crew faced control measures by Mare Fee officials. report notes management failings and transfers.

Vestein Borral Virginie Mare Fee Euthaian

Death of Atlanta Boy Collum in Sparta

The notice reports the death of a young Atlanta boy named Collum, who died in Sparta while working at a train service job. His burial will be conducted at a local cemetery after a funeral at a nearby church with relatives in attendance. The piece notes he married and had a family, and mentions his brother and a boyhood residence in Rome. The wording reflects a local obituary notice with limited readable details.

Atlanta Collum Addree Sparta Jobat Werer Stras Dennett Aetsar Gon Linn Ag Bnd Thy Wonant Tae Po Colney von Brother New Rome

Alleged defendant on trial in local incident case

A teen alleged in a disturbance faces trial as prosecutors present evidence alleging smuggling and a controversial confrontation. Witnesses describe tense moments, with testimonies suggesting prior threats and a guarded, defensive stance by the defendant. The hearing continues as the court weighs charges and the credibility of the accuser.

Georgia Tenant Act Declared Invalid by Federal Court

A Raleigh federal court Judge Purnell declared the old landlord and tenant law in Georgia invalid. The jury found disbelief in the 1903 federal statutes, noting landowners and tenants faced new contract terms. The decision follows U. S. Supreme Court guidance and interest from state landowners.

Federal Raleigh Purnell Georgia United States Supreme Court

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