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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1905

Page

12

Nine Crackers Sign Contracts For 1905 Atlanta Team

Nine Crackers have signed with the Atlanta club for the 1905 season. Dexter Nodblett Bauer Brroham Starks Otto Jordan Dwyer Ken and McMakin sent in contracts. McMakin plans to coach Clemson before joining. Rucker and Krag remain uncertain. Dexter eager to join at once. tech to play Cleveland. team reports March 15. no Crackers vs Superbas dates. Bernie McCay welcomes Joyner return to Atlanta.

Atlanta Dexter Nodblett Bauer Brroham Starks Otto Jordan Dwyer Ken McMakin Clemson Anon Meg 3Rack Aeubtleas McMekin Rucker Krag California Shreveport Ming Heinie Tech Cleveland Cleveland Tech Wagner Atlants Aome Fowell Tate Brooklyn Avianta Crackers Superbas Bernie McCay Chief Joyner

Pole makes war on gamble in Missouri racing

Jefferson City Mo February 21 The House passed the Godfrey bill repealing the breeders law authorizing pool selling on horse races The measure bars betting on all horse races within Missouri and beyond state borders It now goes to the Senate where supporters say a hard fight awaits Governor Folk urged repeal and substitute prohibiting gambling on horse races in a message to both houses

Missouri Jefferson City Finner Godfrey Senate Folk

Racing Dates Are Arranged For Nashville Meeting

In Nashville Tennessee on February 21 a conference of the American Turf Association settled spring race meeting dates. The Nashville meeting will run April 20 to May 2 with Lexington dates May 19 and Louisville opening May 19. President Winn expects a seventeen day meet and the association plans its next meeting on March 10.

Nashville Tenn May Overton Walter Harmer Yor Winn American Turf Association Lexington Louisville Winn

Curran Promoted to Assistant General Freight Agent

Poulsille Kentucky February 21 R F Curran former commercial agent is appointed assistant general freight agent of the Southern railway with headquarters at Louisville succeeding the late Bawin Fitsgerald.

BJ. Curran Poulsille R. 5 Curran Southern Railway Lauleville

Oaklawn track action in rough shape at Hot Springs meeting

At Hot Springs Oaklawn course was rougher than at any time this meeting yet bettors kept faith with Toscan and other locals. Quinn Brady won the first race from Peter the Great with odds 6 to 5, while Toscan claimed the hard mile in a close finish ahead of Gus Heldorr. Other notable entries included Platoon and Niame OkL among many who ran in the card noted for brisk betting despite firm footing.

Oaklawn Era Quinn Brady Toscan Playtoon Name Oki Deven Henry Peter the Great Lindsey Cormack Ben Norwood Watchful Bill Holt Jack's Hope Marsin Miss Connell Sperling Handy Milas Hiftie Rach Waite Platoon Voltaic Macey Orchestra Sewell Etetma Erste Platz Mel Us Velasquez Albertola SUXTH Niame Okl Wonderly Memphian Fisher Hofman Falkland Tete Noir Compass

States fight oil power as Kansas aid tied

Springfield Ills February 21 The house passed two resolutions targeting the Standard Oil Company. One offered to loan Kansas 100000 without interest for six years to establish a refinery, denouncing Standard Oil as a merciless octopus. The other called for an investigation of pipe line routes through Wilness and a joint committee to work with Kansas officials to designate pipelines as common carriers. Both measures passed with mixed votes. action awaits Senate approval.

Springfield Ills Standard Oly Company Allen Vermillion County Joan Kansas Union Yoce McGuarty Wilness Standard Oil Company Sir. Allen Mr. McGoorty House Snarter Senate

Latimer Brothers Shot Near Jacksonville

On February 21 in Jacksonville Texas Arwin the Slayer surrendered after two Latimer brothers ages 22 and 20 were shot at a public road two miles southeast of town. Jester Latimer died and Clyde Latimer fatally wounded. Arwin claims self defense and refused further comment.

Arwin Jacksonville Tex

Brat tin and Cotillion win at Ascot on Feb 21 card

At Ascot Los Angeles February 21 Brat tin and Cotillion were the only winning favorites. Multiple races contested with Decimo Flea and Allegiance among top finishers. Entries listed for all six races and upcoming fields.

Los Angeles Sun Fire Dugan Search Me Booker Celo Fuller Prince of Coins Hawaii Waters Lizarlo Big Perry Royal Income Astral Desmongey E. M. Brattain Borghesi Lustig Bach Frank Maya Nellie May Isabute Ethel Bechtran Hrook J Kelly Prince Palatin Counterpoise Anirad Ulle Albert’ Enright Landser

Colonel Dan Hughes III Dies in Georgia

Colonel Dan Hughes of Macon is critically ill at home with grip, causing concern across the state. He is father to Hon. M. Hughes, president of the Georgia Agricultural Society, and Guarier D. Hill of Atlanta. Mrs Hughes has been ill and unable to visit. The veteran Georgia figure is widely known and respected.

Dan @. Hughes Macon Colonel Hughes Eee ‘M. Hughes The Georgia Agricultural Society Guarier D. Hill Atlanta Hitl Coonel Hughes Georgia

Negro Shot in Leg After Alley Cornering

Clarence Hutchins, a negro, slashed at Officer Hollingsworth with a knife during an arrest. Officer Ed Walton shot Hutchins in the leg as he fled to an alley behind the Grand opera house. Two other negroes and two women caused disturbances outside Wesleyan Memorial church during services. officers Hamilton Hollingsworth and Walton are part of the night watch.

Clarence Hutchins E. Waltom Hollingsworth Hamilton Grand ‘Opera House Ed Walton Wesleyan Memorial Church Hamilton, Hollingsworth Walton Night Watch Cluzone

Georgia Saw Mill Association weighs Florida rate rise

In Valdosta on February 21 the Georgia Saw Mill Association met most of the day to discuss the Florida rate increase about 42 percent. A Jacksonville meeting with railroad officials failed to obtain concessions. A resolution calls on the Florida railroad commission to hear the issue and invites railroad representatives to attend. Another resolution memorializes the Senate to pass a bill granting greater powers to the Interstate Commerce Commission.

Valdosta Georgia Saw Mill Association Florida “Tate Jacksonville Florida Railroad Senate

Oakland Race Meet Delivers Featureless Card Despite Outsiders Rally

Oakland Oakland track saw four outsiders and two second choices win or place in a crowded program. Feature races included Chief Wittman first, Meada second, Hippanax winner, Isabelita and Mr Dingle among others. Entries list shows six races plus a public health note by Rev Waimer praising Dr Mogley’s Lemon Elixir.

San Francisco Gaklang Chief Wittman Bennen Southern Lacy Cazeza Oioreman Lady Gatherine Novi Miss Topsy Isla Ata

City Park racing crowds rack City Park track crowds heavy

At New Orleans City Park race course a large crowd filled the stands and rear lines despite cold showery weather. Tod Sloan was to ride the chestnut mare Poxeur in the third race, with heavy betting across twenty-one books. Race results list Harpoon, Saladin, Savoir Foire, Rightful, Chanley, Benmora among winners with times and purses noted. Henry White named as American ambassador at Rome, signaling diplomacy news.

New Orleans City Park New Orleans Jockey Troxter Padre Anderson James H Reed Seamster Traynor Maceons Harry Stephens Makina Herman Doyle Saladin Gannon Buzll Romanelli M. Woodard Norwood Ohio Dixie Chancey Byaskitt Byasiit Savoir Foire Oregar Yorkshire Lad Nicol John Lyle G. Pleratt Poseur Jim Ferrin Bashorne Doctor March Gisbook Abe Lard Della A Sneer Rightful Bessie Mo Togo Our Suite Odnor Bodul Blzo Dillon Dr. Kier Bud Embryatsa Gelling Chanley Ramanelli the Hebrew Remorse Traxler Satin Coat Justice Alev Benmora Sid Silver Cooung Midnight ‘Minstrel G. Pierath Maverick Gus Lanka Willia Newcomb Yonkum Robert Kleberg

Rainland Wins for Talent at Crescent City Races

In New Orleans races, Rainland was the sole winning favorite as Eight Royal and Song and Wine also drew strong payoffs. Conundrum narrowly beat Gladiator in the dist race, with Chamblee close behind. Flying Charcoal led the third race, while Right Royal and Jake Sander matched pace to the finish in the Handicap. Long and Wine impressed in the fifth as Rainland, Brunswick, Kickshaw, and others raced through nine events at the Fair Grounds.

New Orleans Crescent City Jockey Clubs Tard Ralhland Royal Song and Wine Gladiator Chamblee Flying Charcon Right Royal Jake Banders Ike Sanders Long and Wine Conunt Drum I. Howell Crimmins McCafferty Herechman Socond A. Philips Ogontz Schilling Safeguard Jug Reisheimer Bow I Ayr Royal Whitefoot W. TL. George Herbege Shotgun George Berry Pellar Fly Ing Charcoal Hennessy Balle Portland Dusky Mcintyre Parisienne Brunswick Extol Claremont Lady Ray Hudson Lord French G. McIntyre Jake Sander H. Philips Dapple Gid Ior W. Robbins Spenteerian F. Annette Edith May Hong and Wine Merry Acrobat Schuling Plautus Tristam Shandy Rankin Lee King Lord Tennyson Handspringer Gralous

Harbor Blaze Costs Million at Hoosac Docks

Boston February 21 A harbor fire at the Hoosac Tunnel docks in Charlestown caused about 1 million in losses. Two large piers burned and the Philadelphian steamship suffered major damage with cargo losses in its hold. Five people were injured, including Chief Steward John W Fellows in dangerous condition. Losses to Boston and Maine Railroad and dock merchandise push total near 1 million, with insurers covering part. An investigation was ordered. incitement suspicions arise alongside possible spontaneous combustion.

Boston Hoosac Tunnel Charlestown Wison-Leyland-Furness Line John W. Fellows Philadelphian Liverpool England Boston and Maine Railroad Company Loos Philadelphan Aeridus Deltona Michigan

Cordele Rile Troubles Spark Fearful Night

Cordele Georgia residents report a vigilante scare as a hundred rifles are readied to confront a man identified as Tom after he attempted entrances to homes. Local fears rise with several nights of gunfire and disturbances blamed on racial enmity in nearby districts.

Cordele

The Beauty and the Beast at the Grand and Captain Barrington at the Bijou

The Beauty and the Beast delighted a large Grand audience with ballet, chorus, comedy and vivid scenery while Captain Barrington at the Bijou drew praise for its scenic depth and Bramwell's triple role. Upcoming is The Telephone Girl and The Runaways at the Grand with star Arthur Dunn.

Bijou Captain Barrington Bijon William Bramwell George Washington Barrington Fielding

Death of Mrs W L Massey Widow of A D A Massey

Mrs Wyoline Lowe Massey died last night at 7 30 at 46 Walton Street after a long illness She was the widow of Walter R Massey former assistant district attorney Surviving are her daughter Mrs Wyoline Lowe her mother Mrs KEFP Lowe of Atlanta and a sister Mrs Walter Curtis of Columbus Ga Funeral services will be at 3 30 pm tomorrow at home Rev C P Bridewell officiating Interment in Westview Also note Atlanta Press Club Day at Sheltering Arms Restaurant 50 cents dinner proceeds go to charity

Wormer W. L. Massey Wyoline Lowe Massey Walton Street Walter R .Massey Kefp Lowe Walter Curtis Columbus Lavender R. Ray F. 4 Nelson Rev. C P. Bridewell Westview

Weather forecast for several states to midweek

The map shows Wednesday and Thursday partly cloudy conditions across Georgia North Carolina and South Carolina with light variable winds. Virginia sees partly cloudy skies and moderate temperatures with east winds shifting to south. Parts of Alabama Mississippi Western Florida and Louisiana stay fair with variable winds. Eastern Texas expects fair Wednesday, warming on the coast, and Thursday rain in the far southeast. Western Texas fair Wednesday with rain in the extreme west. Arkansas fair Wednesday, clouds increasing Thursday. Temperature highs around 51, lows near 2, mean around 77. Precipitation 0.01 inch in last 24 hours. deficits vary by month. From Various Stations.

Washington Georgia North Carolina South Carolina Virginia Alabama Mississippi Florida Louisiana Texas Arkansas

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