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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1914
Page
11
In Albany on December 11, Ransom Williams a negro was found guilty of criminal assault under an indictment from Calhoun county after a speedy trial at a special term. Judge Cox sentenced Williams to be hanged in Dougherty county on January 16.
Proctor returns to Mitchell Superior Court for a special term as Deputy Sheriff Griner oversees the murder trial of Flem Jackson, charged as a nefarious suspect. A death penalty option looms as the case proceeds in the Camilla courtroom.
Vienna December 21 Emperor Francis Joseph decorates American ambassador Frederic Courtland Penfield Rear Admiral Aaron Ward retired commander of the Red Cross ship and American minister to the Netherlands Dr Henry Van Dyke with the Red Cross Medal of Merit for their services to the Red Cross mission to the dual empire Mrs Penfield is awarded the Grand Cross the Order of Elizabeth for establishing a Vienna hospital The Red Cross order was founded by the emperor in 1864 to mark the Red Cross society semi centennial.
Tokio December 21 the emperor and empress announced they have donated 3000 yen about 1500 to the Salvation Army. It is the first time imperial recognition has been given to that organization.
Reports from Taung-Tau describe the German fortress as less formidable than believed, with 150 plus Allied guns against 40 German pieces, many outdated. Japanese forces breached redoubts after prolonged bombardment, taking the city on November 7 with 1000 South Wales Borderers and 500 Sikhs present, while German casualties ran high and surrender followed amid mixed sentiment.
One hundred German sailors survivors of the Falkland Islands battle sailed from Montevideo on the Crown of Galicia for England. They were brought in by the British cruiser Invincible which showed signs of damage from shells. Nine aboard Invincible were wounded, including Commander Richard HOD Townsend. British officers received honors in Victoria with an address of welcome. Admiral Sturdee thanked the reception and hoped the war would improve commerce for Britain and allies during the conflict.
Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant reports Cologne citing German archbishops bishops order January 10 as general repentance day for Catholics in the army. Priests in the field urged to encourage participation as much as possible.
Washington reports Chile formally protested to Germany over alleged German neutrality violations in Chilean waters. The note claims German ships lingered up to five days at Chilean islands and transferred supplies after a seven day stay. Chile also protested Britain over the cruiser Glasgow taking mail from vessels in Chilean waters.
German prisoners moved from Newbury race course to three English prison ships docked at South End under Colonel de Cordes. Baronet Baron von Horst, with American ties, is aboard the Prince Edward along with Saxone and Tvernia. Conditions aboard are reported better, and about 800 Germans per ship are fed and kept warm, with more ships possibly added.
Prisoners are housed in a former works building near the sea at Queen's Ferry Wales. Several hundred men are quartered in a sheltered area surrounded by a high fence with access to a large outdoor space for football and other sports. Lack of work and bad weather hinder recreation. many inmates pass time knitting socks and neck pearls.
London reports no definite agreement on England refraining from inspecting ships leaving American ports. English consuls would accept statements that cargoes carry no contraband when no reason to doubt them, but negotiations yield no positive understanding. Authorities say consular inspections could speed shipments as suspected cargoes are few.
An ad extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a trusted remedy for women at key life stages. It claims to regulate the female system, ease pains from menstruation to motherhood, and restore vigor, urging mothers and daughters to seek liquid or tablet forms and free confidential advice from Buffalo specialists.
London reports persistent rumors of a German cruiser sunk off the Scottish coast with unconfirmed word that two British destroyers arrived at Leith badly damaged. No official confirmation is available.
An auction listing offers women and men umbrellas with silk covers and varied handles. Prices range from $1.00 to $40.00, with items including wood, silver mounted, ivory, gold silver, and pearl handles. Several items note markdowns from higher prices to discounted rates.
The notice describes nurse aprons and maids aprons in lawn and organdy with hemstitched edges and embroidery, ten varieties, plus bungalow and gingham options. Prices range from 25 cents to 75 cents, with full-length options in assorted colors.
Boudoir caps in dainty Dutch and Castle styles shown in lavender pink blue and white pastels. Available in silks laces nets with prices from 49 cents to 2 dollars 50 cents.
The advertisement asserts the Silk Hosiery on offer is as good as money can buy for its price. It emphasizes quality matching the best found and mentions ATL colors.
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