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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1906
Page
4
The article notes the twenty five committee will discuss subscriptions and a fatal and four injured in a prior incident. It mentions a special attention to the financial status of a big undertaking and a 3:30 PM meeting at offices, with postponement likely to Tuesday.
Asheville, N C February 18 conductor Hough and brakeman Simpsons were killed and engineers Keever Bewehe and two firemen seriously injured in a collision on the Southern railway at 4 PM. The second section of a passenger train bound for Asheville and a Recht engine came together between Swannoa and the Black Mountain. A wrecking train rushed to the scene and clearing work proceeded swiftly. No passengers were seriously hurt though several were badly shaken.
The seventh week of the Greene and Gaynor trial in federal court begins tomorrow in Savannah Ga Progress last week was rapid with three witnesses examined these named witnesses expected to be key while A J Twiggs of Augusta Ga may be called and long examination anticipated Jurors and participants are in good health and hope for a conclusion Also includes a humorous note on William Allen White a Kansas fashion critic visiting New York and Philadelphia with observations on attire and scenery.
Fragmented lines discuss risk, vitality, and moral tradeoffs in a rapid age. It mentions energy loss, health, wealth, and the temptations of power, ending with a promotional call for Stuarts Tablets claiming to improve digestion and well being. The piece blends social critique with an early health advert approach.
The Herald Publishing Company plant in Albany was badly damaged by fire this morning. The blaze started in the composing room at 4 o clock, destroying hundreds of fonts of job type and much furniture while the newspaper presses are expected to run tomorrow with limited capacity. Insurance covers most losses estimated in the thousands. On the same day, a strike at Bacon Equipment Company halted most foundry work as machinists refused to resume after pay disputes.
The funeral of Thomas A Crusselle who died Saturday afternoon will be held at 1 30 PM at the residence corner of Cameron and Pickett streets near Grant Park The Atlanta lodge of Masons conducts the services He was 64 and survived by his wife eleven children and many siblings Interment will be at Oakland Cemetery.
District Deputy Grand Chancellor Max Isaac calls a Brunswick district convention on March 7 to organize the district and elect officers. A banquet at Eaglethorpe Hotel is planned as part of the program. Alfred Found Guilty in arson case at Newsonville. court term features the Howser Hotel incident.
In Savannah seven Greeks jailed for fraud in naturalization papers are bailed out by a $2,000 Atlanta contribution added to $9,000 raised locally. Warrants total seventy-nine, with many still unserved, touching Russians Italians and others. Greek arrests spark political tensions linking foreign groups to the Citizens' Club and local elections. Additional arrests include Britt Rogers and John Garrity for aiding fraudulent papers. hearings may be delayed pending warrants. Rountree trial for murder of John Floyd set to begin, with forty witnesses summoned.
An official recalls Bishop Whipple and a western village incident as Native leaders discuss safety of scattered church effects. A later exchange shows rough men like Fellaire and Puffola Knutt trading chatter and insults over a coin and a kitchen item, with teamsters’ horses as a backdrop.
An unidentified white man between 35 and 40 died after being struck near Bullards by the Southern Railway No. 7 in Twiggs County. His neck was broken and he bore the right arm amputated at the shoulder. Engineers claimed the man seemed to be boarding but was not warned as the train passed. The body was brought to Macon. efforts to identify him continued with no papers or clues found. The body will be held for three days. No inquest yet due to coroner’s time. उपचार
Constitution Bureau reports Mayor Bridges Smith collapsed in a sudden fainting episode at Maton Georgia city hall while chatting with friends. He received medical aid and was later sent home in improved condition after suffering indigestion related distress.
Athens reports strong statewide interest in University of Georgia corn and cotton contests for boys. Prizes total 500 dollars from the State Fair and county fairs. premiums range up to 75 dollars. County exhibits gains and county contest awards are planned as more schools join, with commissions across Georgia endorsing the program.
One time Colonel Bill Hackney of Winfield was indicted by a grand jury for election fraud alongside several men. Hackney pleaded guilty after others. In sentencing the judge privately asked how much to fine him. Hackney replied to be fined fifty dollars and costs to avoid being a common criminal, and the judge met the demand.
A fragmented Punch excerpt shows a cabby response to a whistle and a pushy passenger. The dialogue hints at hurried travel and unclear actions while the cabbie signals patience or casual resistance as the scene unfolds.
UDGH HOWARD VAN EPPS delivered last night to a crowded audience at the First Methodist church a brilliant lecture on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He argued for the truth with natural evidence and historical proof, likening resurrection to a caterpillar to butterfly and urging the audience to sit as a jury to weigh the claims. The speaker, praised by pastor Dr. B. Dowman, outlined Christ's death and rise as well established facts and concluded with a warm reception from many friends.
King Edward VII will open the first new parliament of his reign tomorrow, with a ceremonial procession through Westminster. Crowds are expected, as peers, diplomats, and officials gather in the House of Lords and Commons for the King’s speech and the formal opening.
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