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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1902
Page
1
December 8 reports a crippled veteran driven by want attacked with a blade and acid. A 21 year old daughter died from self inflicted wounds after a struggle. A man was found severely wounded near the house as investigators assess motive and danger.
A December notice from New York reports multiple deaths in the city linked to self harm and accidents. Victims include Sary Clarke 45 wife of Beverly steamer officer from poisoning, George Simon 45, Jacob Schwartz 60 after carbolic acid, Mary Bunker 2 found with a fractured skull on a sidewalk, and a 3% year old man found unconscious. Also noted are fatalities from a street railroad power house fall and a hospital suicide attempt interrupted by rescue.
Correspon dence from Yokohama via Tartar describes a farming conspiracy in Osaka involving a woman, her married daughter, and two others. It claims three hundred children may have been harmed or killed as operations began. Authorities investigate the claim in British Columbia.
Reports from December describe mistreatment and execution amid siege events in Sze Chuan. A messenger and two boxing athletes were reportedly harmed or imprisoned during clashes with invaders, as citizens faced accusations of aiding the enemy.
Readable text notes gradual improvement of Cornelius Vary and medical team optimism. Mentions progress toward normalcy and ongoing care by physicians as the subject steadies, highlighting steady gains and hopeful outlook.
Chicago December 28 Poisoned it is charged by means of a bottle of wine given as a Christmas present Richard Cummings 59 years old died today at the home of Mrs Lizzie Shanahan 4228 Ashland avenue where he was boarding William Moniak his wife Mrs Theresa Moniak and their 14 year old daughter Mary of 4196 Ashland avenue were arrested today on suspicion of having poisoned Cummings Mrs Shanahan drank some of the wine and said she suffered from severe pain soon afterwards She offered some of the wine to her niece who complained that it tasted bitter Cummings drank the remainder and died twenty four hours later I have been poisoned by that bottle of wine and I want the people who gave it to me arrested were his last words to Mrs Shanahan An examination of Cummings stomach will be made tomorrow Monlak and his wife deny that they had any knowledge of poison being in the wine.
Tokyo reports indicate the Katsura cabinet teeters against naval and land tax measures. If defeated, the diet may dissolve, prompting a new election slated for February. The foreign office denies aims abroad while stressing navy expansion to preserve the Far East status quo.
December dispatch from Havana indicates no special Cuban Senate session before the holidays. The reciprocity measure with the United States will be considered at the regular January session of the Cuban Senate after days elapse since island congress reconvenes.
In St Petersburg on December 28 the third annual meeting of the Russian Young Men's Christian Association convened under patronage of Prince Obelensky and other dignitaries including Senator T sey and B. Le Nobel. The Russian branch reported strong self sufficiency and steady growth despite recent challenges.
Five leading supporters of General Matos enter the field against Castro as the First Vice-President of the Republic reportedly threatens a strategic strike against his chief.
Willemstad Curacao December 27 revolutionists resume hostilities against President Castro. Engagement between revolutionists under General Riera and government forces near Coro. details vague. Bowen Baralt talks in Caracas urging Hague tribunal solution with a Washington commission. Venezuela to pay debts with customs guarantees. Castro to return from La Vida. Five leaders flee Curacao for Cumarebo signaling renewed revolt.
A Rome decree dated December orders excommunication for anyone promoting a national church in the Philippines. The proclamation targets efforts by church leaders and lay persons seeking an autonomous Philippine church. It underscores papal authority and tensions over church independence.
Rome reports Commander William H Heeder of the United States training ship Hartford said the Hartford would not enter an Italian port fearing an unfavorable reception due to the Venice incident with Chicago officers. The Associated Press denies any Italian hostility toward the United States and notes Italy’s confidence in President Roosevelt. If American ships visit Italy they will be heartily welcomed everywhere.
Paris December 2 The Figaro reports Admiral Gervais confronted M Messier chief of cabinet under Minister Pelletan at the ministry of marine. Messier allegedly struck the admiral then was ordered out. The matter may be raised in tomorrow's council of ministers. Pelletan denies a personal clash and says Gervais last visited to bid farewell on retirement. He notes the admiral never complained of M Tissier.
The Venezuelan government now holds the complete notes of Great Britain and Germany aiding arbitration. The United States hands the formal basis for a full hearing before The Hague to Venezuela, with Bowen delivering notes from Caracas. Officials hope for harmony and an early solution as the blockade remains in effect to protect peace and American shipping. Movements report Red Line steamer Maracaibo arriving at La Guayra, then Willemstad, while British cruiser Charybdis transits the port and communicates with Tribune.
Rocky Mount North Carolina December 2 Special Fire here today destroyed six stores including those of C Richard and J Conyers along with several offices and saloons The loss will reach 40000 dollars
Dec 2 reports claim Archduke Leo refuses to sign a renunciation of his rights as an Austrian subject. Empress Josephine demands full assent, while the crown prince asserts entitlement to appanage and vows ongoing resistance. Swiss govt notes a German legation request.
A Japanese tale of Koohi marrying a corpse is recounted by The Japan Times. The bride’s family requested a ceremony between the living and the dead after the groom died before the wedding. Prior similar tales include a Chinese woman who married a vase containing her lover’s ashes, with a royal-feast style ceremony and extended honeymoon with the deceased’s kin.
Madrid December 28 The Official Gazette publishes the appointment of Vice Admiral Cervera who surrendered at Santiago de Cuba to the post of chief of staff of the navy.
New York December 28 special J Pierpont Morgan is expected to play Santa Claus next Wednesday for the benefit of J Pierpont Morgan Co. The annual clerks’ gift is likely to equal last year’s cash gift of 100 percent of salary. Estimated firm profits this year reach 42 million with large indirect gains from major deals and underwritings.
Toulsville Kentucky December 28 Harry Wrissinger president of Wrissinger Tobacco Company has closed the sale of his plant to the Continental Tobacco Company for 2 60 000 papers signed and he will depart for New York to finalize details The firm is one of the largest independent tobacco concerns in the country.
Frick Company ends its role serving independent coke buyers and will supply constituent companies of the United States Steel Corporation. The move, effective year end, signals a shift that has energized investment in new coke ventures. Recent weeks have seen announcements of plans to build coking plants across western Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Weather forecast notes scattered rain and warmer conditions across regions with stronger east winds in the northeast and colder interior conditions. Local items include injuries from a Whitehall street wreck with one fatality noted, a pulpit praise in Atlanta, a district superintendent appointment, pension payment timing debates, Columbus council concerns, a Savannah native obituary, and a criminal case update. The piece also covers a canoe incident with drownings on the Cumberland, a political trial remark about Caleb Powers, and various domestic, foreign, and other international brief items.
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