12 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1903
Page
1
Germany breaks faith with Minister Bowen amid a payment dispute or lien controversy. Britain withdraws, citing unresolved terms and potential penalties, as the diplomatic standoff widens between Berlin and London.
The telegram reports that Germany demands a cash payment of 340000 pounds or duties from Venezuelan ports, while England and Italy refuse to back Germany and pledge to honor their prior agreements. Bowen, informed by Baron Speck von Sternberg, refuses to yield receipts of port duties and aims for a Hague adjudication. Britain and Italy align with Bowen, seeking a quick settlement and withdrawal of blockading ships.
A phlegmatic dispatch chronicles tensions in Bulgaria and the Ottoman Empire as Macedonia nears open conflict. Turkey pledges to fight rather than yield reforms, while Macedonians mobilize. Martial law is reported in Sofia districts, with rumors of clashes between Turks and revolutionaries. Central America teeters as the United States notes possible war among Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Guatemala, prompting naval readiness.
In London inquiries confirm forged signatures on two bills bearing J Pierpont Morgan's name for payments of art items. Bills for 57539 dollars each drawn by M DeBosdan appeared for payment but were withheld and later replaced after Morgan senior reportedly bought a picture. Police investigate while London Morgans fear wider forgeries.
News in Vienna and Sofia reports Bulgaria weighing partial mobilization amid Turkish troop concentration on the Bulgarian front. Officials hope Austria and Russia act decisively to avert danger as diplomatic talks with Russian and Austrian leaders yield cautious statements.
Counsel for Operators weighs in as a clash unfolds between unions and miners over coal industry control and labor actions. Tensions rise over bargaining power, safety concerns, and potential disruption to production.
Philadelphia counsel clash as independent operators in Lehigh Wyoming and Lackawanna regions defend against union demands. They argue the people should set terms for coal with Miners’ wages and hours debated, while asserting unions threaten industry control. Witnesses cite miners’ earnings and proposed shifts as key points in the commission hearing.
Five of six diamond rings stolen by Dr. R. H. Thomas, now serving two terms in the penitentiary, were recovered by attorney Eugene Bintk in Athens. The rings, traced to Davis & Freeman of Whitehall Street, were returned to their rightful owners, including the Thomas jewelry firm of Birmingham, Ala. The bizarre chain of mails and handwritings led to the recovery, with Mrs. Thomas confessing uncertainly to handwriting recognition. The tale continues as authorities pursue the missing Birmingham ring and finalize the Athens transfer.
Forecast notes colder highs in the east on Thursday with increasing clouds and possible interior rain by Friday. Local items report Creatore in Atlanta, a death threat from illness, a new Atlanta Union Station project, diamond theft recovery in Athens, Shriners events, Pine Mountain Springs fire, a double fatal wreck in South Georgia, and various state political moves including elections and reforms.
Edwin Wallace of 32 Mast Cainstreat remains in dire condition as a week of constant hiccups defies medical remedies. Dr. Nicolson notes no clear cause, though Wallace previously recovered from appendicitis and malaria. The case draws significant medical interest and worries his family.
An incident at the Kansas City office of E. J. Arnold & Co. disrupted operations as a man attacked the premises and seized a writ. Police reported the suspect fled the scene after the disturbance during the period February 1 to 7. No injuries were confirmed, and investigators pursue the assailant for questioning.
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