Duel in Marietta and Curran Streets Ends in Gunfire
Edward T. Mize motorman and W N Kennedy grocer from adjoining Curran Marietta street corners clash over a well bucket. Kennedy’s young son shoots Mize wounding him in the arm as the older Kennedy pursues. A pistol volley at the store door leads to warrants and searches. no arrests made. Mize seeks police key arrest while Kennedy denies firing first. Mize’s family fears for his wife and infant.
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Marietta
Curran
Edward T. Mize
W. N. Kennedy
Curran and
Mize
Kennedy
Andennedy
Justice Puckett
Vanderbilt Bulletin Reports Worsening Condition
New York December 18 The Vanderbilt family doctors issued an update on Cornelius Vanderbilt noting his temperature trending down slightly but a new inflammation over the spleen has developed, now escalating to generalized peritonitis. The bulletin at seven twenty tonight states his condition is grave and not worse than at noon despite the worsening complication.
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New York
House of
Corneling Vanderbilt
Cornelus Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt
Yan ‘Te
New Depot for Rome
Rome Ga December 18 Special says work on the new passenger depot of the Southern railway to be built in east Rome will begin in the spring. The depot will be a handsome structure with all modern improvements.
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Rome
Southern Railway
Nat Harris Jr. Dies in Macon
Nat Harris Jr son of Hon N E Harris died this afternoon at the family home in Macon Ga after a two month illness with a relapse in recent days He was a university graduate and lawyer known for his popularity The funeral will be from the Georgia avenue residence tomorrow afternoon and interment will be in Rose Hill cemetery He had broad respect and confidence among Macon residents.
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E. C. Bruffey
Constitution Bureau
Brown House
Macon
Nat Harris,Jr
N. E. Iarris
Georgia Avenue
Harris
Nat Harris
Rose Hill Cemetery
Union Funds Missing in Alabama Treasurers Detected
In Birmingham, Ed Flynn of the United Mine Workers asks police to locate Burrell Graham accused of possessing about 800 dollars of union funds deposited with him as Belle Sumpter local treasurer. A 59 dollar reward was offered for his arrest.
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Birmingham
Ala
Ed Flynn
United Mine Workers of America
Burrell Graham
Belle Sumpter
Savannah Girls to Make Cigars in Local Factory
Savannah Ga December 18 Special Twenty eight girls began work at the American Cigar Company in the city under three experts from the north. Initial output will be faulty and not sold. More applicants will be taken daily until all positions are filled. The factory, aided by a substantial citizen bonus, aims to employ at least two thousand operatives. Superintendent is W McHeed.
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Savannah
American Cigar Company
W. McHeed
Opera Glasses by Moore and Sons Shine Local Choice
John L Moore and Sons offer the finest line of genuine Le Maire opera glasses in the city located at 42 North Broad Street in the Prudential building for discerning patrons seeking quality eyewear.
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Opera Glases
John L. Moore & Sons
Broad Street
Prudential Building
Monitor Nevada's Speed Exceeds Contract Requirement
On December 18 in Rockport Massachusetts the United States monitor Nevada completed a trial at Capeann course achieving an average speed of 13.95 knots, well above the contract requirement of 11 knots. Calm seas with a westerly breeze aided performance, while the vessel was not under forced draught in any period according to Bath Iron Works representatives.
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Rockport
Mass
Ier
United States
Nevada
Tia’ Bath’ Iron Works
Binder Arrested In Macon For Unlicensed Sale Of Frames
Sam Binder, a young man in Macon, Georgia, was arraigned in police court for conducting business without a license. A trailing inspector supported the case. Binder asked for a lawyer but had none. the hearing was postponed to Saturday, with Binder released on a $25 bond.
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Sam ‘Binder
Macon
Sam’ “Binder
Binder
Strawberries Ripen in Floyd County Georgia
Rome December 18 Special. Floyd County yields an unusual December crop as Thomas Treadway, a well known truck grower, brings in baskets of large open field strawberries selling at 40 cents per quart. The season is noted for atypical Christmas fruit in north Georgia.
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Rome
Floyd County
Thomas Treadway
Georgia
Conference Aims and Key Participants Discussed Last Night
The national Conference of Charities and Corrections plans for Atlanta next May gained momentum at a North Pryor Street YMHA meeting. Prominent visitors from New York, Baltimore, Columbus, and elsewhere outlined objectives, with Atlanta leaders and officials pledging warm welcome and cooperation for the event.
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Conference of Charities and Corrections
National Conference’ of Charities and ‘Corrections
Atlanta
Young Men's Christian Association
North Pryor Street
National Conference of Charities and Corrections
Robert DeForest
New York
National Convention of Charities and Corrections
Tenement House Commission
Metropolis
Jersey Central Railroad
BF. H. Vines
Washington
John M. Glenn
Baltimore
J. R. Brackett
Joseph 4. Byers
Columbus
Ohio
Hugh F. Fox
Bayonne
N. J
W. H. Allen
New Jersey
Emily B. Williamson
Elizabeth
Albany
N. Y
Clark Howell
Williamson
DeForest
Wines
Glenn
Brackett
Fox
Hebbard
Beyers
Captain English
Holderpy
Howell
Thornton
Ward
Broughton
Detroit
Frank W. Blackmar
Lawrence Kans
Mend
Alexander Joynson
Fort Wayne
Ind
J. Barrows
New York City
County
A Stonaker
State Board of Charise
Penyers Selo
Diaz Suffers Accident in Mexico City
Mexico City December 18 President Diaz injured after a fall on the staircase of the Rafael theater. He sprained an arm and sustained slight bruises. No serious injuries feared. He has given up plans to visit Wurdoe and may postpone public travel until retirement.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Diaz
Ralaelmento Theater
Iti
Wurdoe
Tme
Death of Colonel Hagood Ends Silent Confederate Veteran
Prominent Confederate veteran Colonel Augustus Hagood dies suddenly in New York City last Saturday. Once shot at Second Manassas while bearing the First South Carolina Volunteers color, he clung to his flag until it was forced away. Hagood had planned a winter in Cuba due to ill health. The burial plans were to be held in New York.
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New York
Atlanta
Augustus Hagood
New York City
Hagood
Cuba
Manassas
South Carolina Volunteers
Fire Engulfs Willisfield Livery Barn Before Firemen Stop It
December report from Macon Georgia recalls a Willisfield livery barn roof fire caused by hot iron sparks. Workmen and citizens removed horses and vehicles as firefighters quickly contained the blaze with minor damage. Fireman Ravy of No 3 was briefly injured when struck by a horse but recovered. a man named Brown rode into the burning building, was arrested, and facing a police court case not yet tried.
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E. ¢. Broffey
Bureau
Brown House
Macon
Wilisfield
ani@t
Ravy
No. 3
Brown
Coca-Cola Tax Struck Down by Savannah Aldermen
Savannah druggists win defeat of a $500 city tax on coca-cola after aldermen caucused. Drugstores argued taxes should not target Coca-Cola while many patent medicines are un taxed. A pharmacist called Coca-Cola harmless and questioned the logic of singling out the beverage.
Piedmont Golf Club Tees Off In Interclub Tournament
Members of the Piedmont Golf Club will contest for a handsome prize at Piedmont Park tomorrow in a lively tournament. The event primes for the Macon Golf Club’s upcoming match on their grounds the first Saturday after Christmas, with a challenge for a semi annual silver club trophy. Participants include G Byra, J A Stockdell, Sam Treadwell, M Goddard, Rev C A Langston, Rev Albion Knight, Rev C W Wimner, Hugh Foreman, Harry Tyler, W P Hill, Palton Colville, Dr Hayes, Judge Noah Broyles, and other club members.
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Piedmont Golf Club
Piedmont Park
Macon Golf Club
Piedmont Club
Macon
A i. G. Byra
J. A. Stockdell
J. "Gi, Stockdell
Sam Treadwell
M. Goddard
Joe Tilton
C. A
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Promises Natural Digestion Cure
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a breakthrough for indigestion and dyspepsia. It argues digestion relief improves nerves, energy, and overall health, claiming the tablets digest food for rest and nourishment even when the stomach is weak. It warns against bitters and nerve tonics, asserting the remedy restores digestive function and vitality.
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Stuart
Bluart
Nourlah
Start
White House Dinner Highlights Post-Remodel Interior
President and Mrs. Roosevelt hosted a White House dinner honoring the extonet, the first formal event since remodeling. The interior features an enlarged state dining room, white enameled woodwork, yellow drapery, crystal chandeliers, varicolored marble mantels, and open vestibule space removing the old staircase partition to welcome large crowds.
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Washington
Roosevelt
White House
Hay
the Treasury
Shaw
Knox
the Navy
Agriculture
Miss Wilson
Cortelyou
Kean
Alger
Cannon
Payne
Dalzell
Hopkins
J. 8. Williams
Bixey
Lyman J. Gage
Charlies Emory Smith
Baward H. Harriman
Germany and England face public in Venezuela dispute
A late 19th century discussion notes U S concern over Germany and England amid the Venezuela crisis. Roosevelt and officials fear anti British sentiment could impede improved Anglo American ties. Germany is viewed as the main obstacle to arbitration and peaceful settlement of claims.
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Germany
Veneduela
Roosevelt
United States
Venezuela
England
Spain
White House
Bet ‘Thement
Hay
Berlin
Hay Hag
Count Ao
Venaahele
Mixed Commission Eyed to Settle Venezuelan Claims
The text describes allied plans to secure payment from Venezuela and avoid another revolution. A mixed commission may be appointed to receive all Venezuelan customs funds and disburse portions to sustain the Venezuelan government and satisfy powers. France enters as a key player, signaling its own claims and broader European involvement, with the United States urged to guarantee payment to prevent Monroe Doctrine violations.
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Castro
United States
France
Inter‘est
Great Britain
Germany
Italy
British and German naval actions in Caribbean and Belgium claims
A British cruiser secured authorization to buy fresh provisions ashore while another cruiser, Tribune, arrived this morning and Indefatigable test steamed toward Trinidad. A Germany Telegraph dispatch notes Germany supports Belgium's Venezuela claim of 1 250 000 dollars.
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Tribune
Cruiger
Trinidad
Germany
London
Brusatis
America Will Be Neutral Blockade Threat Clarified
The article reports a formal blockade stance related to Venezuela, noting the U S will maintain neutrality while allied powers avert further aggression. It discusses Bowen and diplomatic efforts toward an amicable settlement, with potential publication of the blockade next Saturday if no progress is made.
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Bowen
Washington
Venezuela
United States
United States of Venezuela
Bridge Collapse Kills Farmer Crossing Creek Near Memphis
In Memphis Tennessee on December 2 a flood weakened a bridge over Day’s creek near the city. J G Brewster a local farmer was crossing with a heavy wagon when the bridge collapsed. Brewster and his wagon were killed.
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Memphis
Tenn
Day's Creek
J. G. Brewster
Brewster
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