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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1902
Page
10
Sixteen life terms reported for inmates described as notorious convicts arrive at a newly established prison facility. Details indicate a crackdown on crime and transfer of high profile prisoners to the East Westerndy institution.
Thirty seven prisoners from Albany Sing Sing and Brooklyn arrived in Atlanta aboard a Pennsylvania Railroad car after four hours of security. Guards numbered seventeen and convicts wore gray stripes as they were moved to their new cells. Among them are life-term murderers John Dinkella and John Ross.
Wilson Brooks of Chicago, great chief of records of the United States, was the toast of Atlanta Red Men yesterday in Mohawk tribe council lodge. More than 300 members attended a smoker and dinner at Folsom's, with speeches by visiting chiefs and local leaders. Brooks praised the order, and the gathering adjourned after a late-night parade to home.
A display of new table stemware described as superior to Bohemian glass features Silver French gray and glistening bright finishes. Includes all new patterns such as Les Cing Fleurs and cut glass offerings from Raokwood Maca Bokniet on Si Whisehsal Street.
The article recounts crimes on American vessels and in Indian Territory including Alfred Chaney tied to the Prior Creek train robbery and Sam Mygore described as the most dangerous convict. It notes consular courts handling sea crimes, a planned prisoner transfer from Columbus and Maundenville to Atlanta, and officials cautious about habeas corpus delays while praising the model prison system.
Mayor Mims continued consideration late last night of the ordinance allowing public utility companies to consolidate. He objected to Section 10 for vague wording about straightening tracks and lines and to a clause permitting freight hauling through the city, signaling possible veto or revisions after consultations with lawyers and local leaders. The public showed strong interest, and Mims planned several days to decide.
Thomas O Ozburn, an elder Atlanta figure, returns from Texas with praise for the state and its oil boom. He carries a Confederate cross from the Daughters of the Confederacy, claiming it grants social entry in Texas. Fellow local magnate Harry Wellhouse leaves for a major stationery deal as Mrs Belson and her husband head to Detroit.
Morris Hartman aged 3 died Thursday morning at his parents 114 Garnett street Atlanta. He had lived in Indianapolis for ten years and returned home ill three months ago. Funeral yesterday afternoon at home conducted by Dr David Marx. Interment in Oakland Cemetery with pallbearers I Straus M Regenstein S Gerlach L Salushin S Bin ein and J Bernard. He is survived by his parents and three sisters Mrs H Elkin Mrs M Blum and Mrs N Regenstein.
Dawson residents sign a petition urging Messrs Guerry Terrell and Estill to set a day for a joint gubernatorial debate. The effort, backed by about 150 prominent locals, aims to present the candidates with Terrell County issues on the platform in Dawson.
Short items report a switchman crushed and amputated after a wild car near John Street, a Magnolia Street house fire, hospital overcrowding at Grady, a bankruptcy hearing for The Smith case, and various local deaths and services. Also noted are a postmaster appointment, funeral arrangements, an educational mass meeting at Big Bethel, and a Bishop Gaines lecture in Atlanta.
Mayor Mims vetoed Councilman Key’s measure that would grant the chief of police discretionary powers while removing authority from the police board chairman. He said the existing rules suffice and the proposal conflicts with the charter, keeping the board’s authority intact.
Major General Qus, commander of the department of the lakes, returns from Washington where he attended the army post board sessions. The regiment is slated to be sent to combat Philippine rebels, with the schedule to sail soon from Chicago.
Secretary of War weighs post needs as generals note the Twenty-ninth Infantry to Philippines. Fort Sheridan garrison to be replaced by the Twentieth, now returning from the Philippines with one battalion sailing late December and two more January 15.
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