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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1906
Page
1
Bolter Patterson asks the Senate to declare the Democratic Caucus unconstitutional, seeking shelter under the Constitution. He argues the caucus action oversteps constitutional bounds and seeks formal protection for his position.
Senator Patterson of Colorado challenges his party's caucus by introducing a resolution condemning its San Domingo treaty vote. The move signals a Senate clash likely to trigger heated talks as Republicans may exploit the split. Patterson, out of step with Colorado Democrats, aims to expose party lines and constitutional concerns.
Washington February 5 John F Wallace former chief engineer of the isthman canal commission testified before the senate committee on inter oceanic canals He protested red tape and many masters and read a statement defending his resignation arguing his personal right to quit when welfare of the enterprise justified it. he noted his appointment had no fixed term and could be dismissed by the government The record continues on page five.
Canton woke to reports of an attempted assault on Miss Nancy Dawson early today near the Presbyterian church area. A posse of local men and boys hunted the woods along the river and creek banks for a suspect described as one Negro or a white person darkened to resemble a Negro. Dawson escaped unharmed though frightened, with her apron and dress worn from the ordeal.
Anna Gould petitions for divorce from Countess Bon de Castellane, her titled French husband, citing alleged misconduct with a society woman in high circles. The couple’s two children Boni and George are referenced in the filing.
A contested separation led to a deadly confrontation as a widow was killed during a confrontation over a marriage. The Countess Boni de Castellane and Count Castellane faced legal proceedings with statements from Judge Henry Ditte. A reconciliation attempt failed and the case moved to further judicial action on the island.
Mrs McNair a St Louis society figure and golf enthusiast, shot herself at home at 4629 Berlin Avenue after six months of nervous melancholia. Her husband left after 9 AM. a phone message alerted him to the tragedy. She was 34 with two children.
Special report from Valdosta reveals John G Norton a prominent Baptist preacher aged 66 born near Naylor Ga killed himself by drowning in his own well. A heavy iron pulley weighed about 50 pounds hung around his neck as his wife interrupted a prior attempt. Norton leaves a wife and six children. coroner’s jury returns verdict of death by own action despite foul play rumors.
A damaged newspaper fragment describes Bertha Marsden, a Selma housemaid, found dead by apparent suicide. The note to Mr J W Douglas requests money for Viola Suddarth, and another letter to Sam Dalton hints at unfulfilled love. Authorities notified, inquiries into remains and disposition follow.
Railroad interests challenge a decision in a formal court review headed by Adamson the leader. The filing prompts a judicial examination of regulatory or contractual issues affecting rail transportation. Stakeholders include corporations, government officials, and public interests in transportation policy.
Democratic allies say Roosevelt has not backed down while noting a shift in views on railroad rate legislation. Senate leaders plan final action next week after a Commerce Committee report due February 18. Administration insists no backdown though aides acknowledge a changed stance on court review of rates.
Washington DC forecasts for Tuesday and Wednesday call for Georgia fair but much colder Tuesday, then fair and not so cold Wednesday with fresh north to northeast winds. Virginia fair and colder then Wednesday, North and South Carolina fair but much colder Tuesday then fair and not so cold Wednesday with brisk winds. Eastern Florida fair Tuesday colder except in extreme south Wednesday with fresh north winds. Western Florida fair and colder Tuesday, rain and warmer Wednesday with similar winds. Alabama fall cold Tuesday with rain and warmer Wednesday. Mississippi rain and warmer both days with northeast to east winds. Louisiana cloudy Tuesday then warmer Wednesday. Eastern Texas rain and warmer Tuesday and probably Wednesday with brisk winds. Western Texas warmer Tuesday with possible rain or snow Wednesday.
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