Atlanta City Directory to Show Larger Population
The third volume of the Atlanta City Directory will publish a city population of 116 060, up from 108 000, reflecting expansion into surrounding areas. The edition promises improved street numbering, a new unit-numbering system, and greater efficiency for merchants, police, and delivery services, with a six month adjustment period and preparation urged for citizen cooperation.
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Brutal Assault on Woman Leads to Arrest in County
Robert Turnage was arrested and jailed at the police station on charge of suspicion of entering on the docket. Carrie Comstock, wife of Charles Comstock, was badly beaten at Vadernade infirmary and is not in critical condition. Nurses report head injuries a broken nose and missing teeth, with scalp cuts. Police pursued Turnage through the day. he was located that night. Continued on Page Two.
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Vadernade Infirmary
Robert B Turnage
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Appointed Receiver by Judge Pendleton in Insurance Case
San Francisco firm Candlers Thompson Hirach filed a petition in Superior Court alleging urgent need to protect policy holders. Judge Pendleton appointed multiple receivers to safeguard remaining assets of the Atlanta Birmingham Fire Insurance Company, with A J Orme and A C Sexton named, continuing after other receivers previously named in Montgomery and by Judge Sayre.
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Unique Scheme Attributed To Lazy Negroes Evading Work
A long, historically styled account describes a fictitious scheme by Black men to escape labor by wearing overalls to fool police. It recounts loiterers fortifying a plan, entering pawnshops for outfits, then feigning work in a public space, amid a broader citywide worry about vagrancy and order.
Convict Goods Barred, House Says
The House proposes barring convict-made goods from sale or trade. Debate centers on policy reach and enforcement, with lawmakers weighing economic impact against ethical considerations and labor market effects. Formal measures aim to restrict procurement from prison labor programs.
Portorican Franchise Debate Splits Democrats In Congress
Washington December 1 3 oclock today the house adjourned until Monday after pausing several bills and receiving appropriations on the legislative executive and judicial appropriation bill The bill was set as a special order for Monday The session discussed convict labor in interstate commerce and state power to regulate goods produced by prison labor A later vote nearly party line approved a measure to regulate interstate commerce for convict made goods abrogating federal law The move favored manufacturers and sparked criticism from Democrats who argued against Porto Rican citizenship implications and questioned the bill’s timing and calendar placement
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Atlanta Boy Injured in Chi Psi House Fire at Cornell
An Atlanta youth, H R Powers of 734 Peachtree Street, was among those hurt when the Chi Psi chapter house at Cornell burned. Powers, a senior at Cornell, was only slightly injured and from hospital reports was doing well. His mother had not heard from him, but a professor informed relatives he was in good condition with no danger.
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Veiled man assaults Mrs Graham on Pryor Street
Mrs Graham, daughter of Dr A B Hrantley, was attacked by a veiled man near South Pryor and Bass streets after purchasing medicine. A white man suspect and a black man in overalls were questioned. about forty locals assisted police as the scene was secured.
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Simplified Spelling Bill Faces House Battle in 1908
Washington December 7 The simplified spelling measure for 1908 faced opposition as the appropriation bill was reported to the House by the appropriations committee. Debates focused on calendar status and possible consideration, with Mr Clark urging notice and Speaker enforcing dissent. The bill proposed 2 million dollars and a clause banning amplified spelling in government documents. The act trimmed totals and outlined funding for clerks, printing, and law compliance, while a coroner’s jury investigated a tragedy Saturday.
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Gate shooting mystery stuns city as evidence gathered
An unidentified assailant shot a man at his gate early this morning. Police inspected surrounding premises while officers and detectives searched the scene for clues amid reports of beds and tracks near the gate. No suspect identity released as investigators pursue leads.
Tragic Dormitory Fire Kills Students and Firemen at Cornell
A devastating fire at a Cornell dormitory in Ithaca kills four students and three volunteer firefighters. The blaze traps many on the third floor as debris and strong winds hamper rescue efforts. Names of the victims and the extent of damage are detailed, with uncertainty about the fire's cause.
Campbell shoots Harris in Chicago Stock Exchange tragedy
In Chicago on December 7 retired physician Dr Benjamin Jo Harr from Antigs Winnae, visiting the Stock Exchange, was fatally shot by Campbell, a local numbr dealer. The incident occurred inside the Stock Exchange building with a single gunshot, and Harr died as a result. No further details on motive or aftermath are clear from the readable text.
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AC Campbell
Stock Exchange
Finley Assumes Duties Amid Turbulent Times
Finley takes over key duties as a new leader steps in amid a turbulent period. The transition involves reshaped plans for state projects and a focus on stabilizing operations. Several officials and departments prepare for the changeover, outlining immediate priorities and oversight measures.
Standard Of Yields Foint thaw 6: The acenary 2 aN eet
Attorneys for the Standard Oil Company questioned the trial record and argued the common law points. The outcome will influence indictments against John Rockefeller and three others in a major case.
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Weather report for Washington weekend forecast
Washington forecast for Saturday and Sunday calls for fair skies with warmer conditions on Sunday. Light variable winds shift to southeast, high and low temperatures noted with cooler readings early and a mean temperature near normal. Data includes temperatures and precipitation metrics with typical January patterns.
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