Probers Move In Legislature On Alleged Cruelty Case
Both houses debated a proposed investigation into alleged cruelty claims touching a public issue. Three resolutions were introduced in each chamber, with a standing committee to study and report findings. Senator Mann urged action while Gov Ayers hinted at the need for careful consideration and formal inquiry.
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Vossider
Mitchell Cous
Mann
Peltentass
Mr Bird
Grernor
Iil
Entie Peniteitiiss Management
Lon Latta Found Not Guilty in Cousin Murder Case
A jury acquitted Lon Latta of murdering his cousin John V McCutta after a tense August dispute. Latta testified self defense as a crowded courthouse watched the verdict after about thirty minutes of deliberation.
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Aisin
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Tatte
Negroes Pray for Its Defeat in Missouri Rail Car Bill
Jefferson City February 2 The measure to require Jim Crow cars on all rail lines drew strong opposition from African Americans across Missouri. Delegations and prayer meetings were organized to defeat the bill, with Colonel Crisp saying he would not argue before the railroad committee as long as protests remained.
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Coronel Crisp
Jefferson City
Sheffield Company Ready to Buy Water Works and Trolleys
The Sheffield Company, incorporated in New Jersey with 428000 capital, plans to acquire Sheffield waterworks, Birmingham electric light franchise, and trolley franchises to Tuscumbia and Florence. Major stockholders include George Parsons Newark and Sharnes Parsons, with ties to the Ssos Sheffield Steel and Iron Company. 55 percent of former Sheffield Improvement Company town lots will be taken, now clear of litigation.
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Sheffield
New Jersey
George Parsons
Newark
Sharnes Parsond
Messra Goodby Strong
Mortimer
Sioss Sheffield Steel and Iron Company
AP Andreys
Southern Railway
J © Maben
Sioss
Sheffield Steel and Iron Company
Waterworks
Electric Light
Tuscumbia
Florence
Sheffield Improvement Com
Judge Wanted by Both Sides in Bank Case
A litigation tale from Macon details Barnesville Savings Bank appearing in state courts with Captain Agmond Murphy as assignee. Creditors unhappy with the assignment sought a receiver, but Judge Roan of the Atlanta circuit declined to interfere. As the search for a judge continues, Judge Roberts is reportedly in Atlanta.
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E.C Bruffey
Constitution Bureau
Serand Street
Macon
Barnesville Savings Bank
Agmond Murphy
Roan
Atlanta
Judge Roberts
Murphy
Negro Killed by White Man in Tennessee Feud Feared
In Jellico near Knoxville Tennessee February 7 a fight at a resort led to Matt Hale allegedly shooting Jessa Pinkner and James Breeding killing Pinkner with two shotgun loads. Breeding escaped and is not captured. Tensions rise as locals fear retaliation and a reward has been offered. Governor Beckham to be urged for $20 reward. Also notes Colombia Canal Treaty committee report in Washington.
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Jeliico
Knoxville
Tenn
Jelilee
Jessa Pinker
Fannie Collins
Matt Hale
Pinkner
James Breeding White
Pinkners
Beckham
We Are Specialists in Men’s Wear Price Cutting Offer
Experts in men’s wear promote year round service and announce price cutting on suits and overcoats. Customers are encouraged to buy now or lay away for next year with special pricing mentioned.
Supreme Court rules against Iowa in national bank case
The U S Supreme Court held that state laws regulating state banks do not apply to national banks. Easton, president of a Decorah Iowa bank, was jailed five years for accepting a deposit when insolvent. Justice Shiras stated Congress controls national banks with federal oversight and cannot be overridden by state legislation.
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Easton + tut
Iowa
Shiraxs
Congress
Justice Shins
Secretary of the Treasury
Genera
Whcalth
Intert Ptute
Atlanta Jockey Club proposed to build mile track
Jacdan and John L F McLaughlian seek permission to establish a Jockey Club in Atlanta to construct a mile track at a cost of 9000 dollars. The petition was referred to a committee. Local interest centers on reengaging the Rac ing Association and creating a board of stewards to oversee racing under the Eastern association.
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John L F McLaughlian
Jockey Club
Atlanta
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Travel
Calhoun al
Tistein Rac Hg Association
Atlanta Jckey Club
Ailanta
Fastérn Association
Marshal Shot by Prisoner in Spring Place Store
Darby Sprey shot city marshal Hull Kerr during a store dispute in Spring Place Wirray county. Kerr was taken to jail with grave injuries after Sprey fired a pistol. Will and Joe Sprey arrested as suspected, others at large. Kerr, a respected Spring Place merchant, remains in grave condition as recovery is doubtful.
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Wirray
Hull Kerr
Darby Sprey
Spive
Joe
Will
Kerr
Prisoners Escape From Quincy Jail In Flood of Fire Alarms
A mass escape occurred at Quincy jail as inmates lured guards by triggering a false fire alarm. Among those missing is a murder suspect and a reputed bank crook who allegedly masterminded the plan. Searching parties sweep the town as authorities and residents arm themselves. by 10 pm none captured.
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The Grand stages Manxman and The Christian at the Bijou
The Grand presents Manxman with Halt Caine and Miss May Buckley delivering a powerful melodrama and noir love triangle. ONeill’s altered text draws strong emotional tension as Kilgour and others support, while scenic touches and rural atmosphere anchor the production. The Bijou hosts George Fawcett Stock Company in The Christian with Grace Kimball and Frank Gilmore delivering notable turns and a vivid stage mob adds local color. Wilson arrives next with A Prince of Taters on tour, promising a glamorously staged New York milieu and romance amid Long Island settings.
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Mr Birrett
Mr Oneill
Pete Quilam
Ms Elfe
May Buckley
Kate
Sr O Neill
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Inforio
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Pais
Kilgour
Rummer
Phil
Nerhips
Mananan
Ryou
George Fawcett Stock Company
Hall Caines
Glory Quayle
Bliss Grace Kimball
Frank Gilmore
John Storm
Storm
Jess
Gilmore
de Witt
Tennings
Horatin Drake
Frank Craven
Carlton
Archdeacon
Charles P Hawkins
Laura WeGlivray
Pally Love
Aisy Molly Brady
Pt . Wilson
the Grand
Sidney Ro Ellis
Charles H Yale
Sidney Rollis
Sear
Oseurs
Old New York
Fort George
Manhattan Island
Hugo Vopy Heppert
Lady Helen
Edward Grey
Helens
Austria
Prince Hugo Gaguired
Coenel Schiman
Prince of Fatters
Long Island
Prince Haga
Lord Greys
Mass Johnston's Audrey to Be Presented at the Grand
The stage adaptation of Mass Johnston's novel follows Audrey as she faces love and danger. Harriet Ford and F Boddington highlight that the drama ends happily to please theatergoers, with Hugon plotting and a dramatic climax involving gunfire and a staged death, culminating in Audrey's chance to accept love with Sutfer. The production runs Friday and Saturday for three performances.
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Miay
Riené
Howard
Haward
White Mans
Audrey
Sutfer
Farmer Arrest Returns to Prison on Cartersville Warrant
Howard Farwer, a white man hauling convicts, was taken from a stockade wagon and jailed on a Cartersville warrant. He claims his wife sought the arrest, says she left with their two children last summer, and denies the charge, fearing mental strain from the ongoing dispute.
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Omeer Bayne
Cartersville
Farmer
Whfe
Sie Wis
Ling
Shere
Barmer
Godfrey Hunter Is Set Free On Murder Charge
A Guatemala City cablegram reports Godfrey Hunter Jr was acquitted of murdering William Fitzgerald of Grand Rapids. Thirty six witnesses testified to a conspiracy against Godfrey Hunter Jr during the trial. William Hunter said his father and brother would return to the United States at once.
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Guatemala City
Wallum Hunter
Godfrey Hunter
United States
Guatemala
Godfrey Hunter Jr
Wlliam Fitzgerald
Grand Rapids
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