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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1904
Page
12
In Cullman County near Back Forty Church, 80 year old farmer W Hodges was found dead in his barn and his wife in bed at their home. Authorities say debt and creditor pressure may have driven the man to murder his wife with a blunt instrument and then take his own life.
The Lexington scene centers on Nora Veal, daughter of merchant F. Veal, who fatally shot herself after viewing the remains of Kinkaid. Earlier, she had accompanied another young man to the opera instead of her fiancé. The tragedy follows a day of romantic tension and a disrupted engagement.
University of Georgia baseball coach Jack Bower releases a robust 1910s schedule including games with Tech Mercer Auburn Wofford Davidson Clemson and Alabama. Captain Frank Anderson leads a strong squad with promising pitchers as Marvin Dickinson set to train the team. The article notes a forthcoming football schedule and potential Yale coaches.
Alexander, a black porter arrested in November 16901 for stealing about 4000 in bank notes, has been moved from county jail to federal prison. The notes vanished when Major Stevens unlocked his grip in Pensacola. Convicted, Alexander received a three year sentence, appealed, and has served over two years in jail. his case resumes next October.
A note on beginning a silver collection by adding pieces gradually. It highlights choosing from a rich range of standard patterns available to the buyer.
Congressman John W. Maddox of Georgia's seventh district announces he will not seek reelection due to ill health. In Atlanta he shared a formal card stating doctors advise rest and a warmer climate, as Senator Gordon Lee remains the district's only viable candidate for the race. Maddox, who has served twelve years, cites neuralgia and rheumatism worsened by Washington's winter, and expresses gratitude for district support while resigning to focus on family and health.
Milledgeville welcomed about 300 Shriners and Atlanta fire department drum corps in a street parade led by 25 novices. The event delayed one hour and twenty minutes but spectators enjoyed the exhibition. The mayor presented the city key and a luncheon followed with plans for a banquet and further celebrations.
Montgomery Ala February 3 Special The hire of state convicts has brought the state 152767 for the past quarter This surpasses last year by 109000 dollars Election for School Commissioner Omington Ga February 3 Special An examination and election for Newton County school commissioner will be held Saturday February 6 It is not likely anyone will oppose G C Adams the incumbent
Washington dispatch reports Colonel Livingston secured promise of Treasury Secretary Shaw to support Atlanta's 8.1 million post office project this session. Taft consideration of J C Jenkins for Philippines post increases Atlanta prospects as officials weigh legislation passage against possible sidetrack. A separate note highlights DUFFY'S Pure Malt Whiskey as a health aid. Half million fire losses strike Cincinnati firms Front and Vine streets area with major damage to Great China Tea Co and others. insured at about 80 percent.
Governor Lanham granted a requisition for C F Dodge the former Atlanta hotel manager wanted in New York and recently arrested in Houston Attorneys for Dodge filed in federal court for an injunction to prevent removal until his health can be examined A temporary writ was granted with a hearing set for tomorrow In Covington Ga farmers press for strict vagrancy law enforcement due to wage hand scarcity and prior convictions reducing the local Black labor pool
A Carroll County Georgia case seeks compensation of 4260 20 for horse, cattle, corn, flour, bacon and other items taken during the Civil War. Barah J Bonner, administratrix of Thomas Bonner, alleges loyalty to the Union justified payment and cites a 1903 court finding. The matter relates to a broader congressional claim act for losses by Union forces.
Entire building six floors and basement offers radical savings on Winter Suits and Overcoats at one third off. Some spring suits carried over priced even shorter than winter wear time. Absolute safety guaranteed with Eiseman Bros clothing as a selling point.
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