Tillman as Ringmaster of Roosevelt Show
Democrats gain control of the Ready to Make Fight Administration rail rate bill regulation measure reported yesterday.
24 Feb 1906
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1906
Page
1
Democrats gain control of the Ready to Make Fight Administration rail rate bill regulation measure reported yesterday.
A scrambled garbled piece covers Senate reactions to the Hepburn bill and the White House rift. It notes Dolliver, Aldrich, Tillman, Clapp and others in a partisan clash over tax rate legislation and administrator program amid Roosevelt era politics.
Washington February 23 The House agreed to the Tillman-Gillespie resolution directing the Interstate Commerce Commission to immediately inquire and report on alleged restraints of trade by certain railroads in coal and oil handling. Debates praised action against railroad practices. The session also passed the Muscle Shoals dam bill authorizing a large water power project on the Tennessee River in Alabama. The House adjourned until tomorrow.
County Treasurer Hynicka of Hamilton County received about $20 in gratuities for public deposits from various banks, disclosed before a state senate committee. Witnesses alleged improper influence and questioned deposit practices while the committee warned that the inquiry could be expanded or revived.
French actress Sara Bernhardt will perform in Atlanta at the Peachtree auditorium on March 15 and 16. Manager Anderson has closed with advance agent William Gorman, with alterations planned to the auditorium to accommodate 8,500 spectators and stage setup. The production faces opposition from the theatrical syndicate, delaying exact dates and requiring behind the scenes changes.
Rev G A Nunnally spoke in Macon accusing Hoke Smith of collusion with railroads and backing for governor. He charged Smith with seeking to control the Piedmont bar and higher offices, urged voters to defend women from shame, and condemned disfranchisement proposals while denouncing the state’s political ties. The speech focused on railroad power, bar influence, and party integrity.
Comer Georgia February 25 Special Mack Cooper a prosperous farmer two miles south of town was found dead in bed this morning daylight age 70 born and raised in this community he had been in good health yesterday death a shock to relatives and children Ellerton Mew Industries Ellerton Georgia February 23 Special Agmeng then announced new bottling works a broom of enlarged plants and a frame up bolstering factory by J S McDonald
An elevator at Temple Court on the Alabama and Pryor street corner fell five floors yesterday afternoon. The brake failed and the clamps released, sending the car to the basement. Four men were hurt, including Benjamin H. Hill and John W. Moore, with Hill severely injured and Moore on crutches soon after. Irving Wiley, the elevator operator, escaped unharmed. Dr. W. A. Starnes suffered back injuries, with uncertain ankle damage. The cause remains unknown after exhaustive checks.
New Orleans February 28 Governor Blanchard took tonight's train for Shreveport to help allay excitement over the Lear murder and the murder trial of Charles Coleman. If Coleman is convicted the execution date would be set with minimal delay. Shreveport expects Monday for the execution. Blanchard praised Sheriff Ward and local citizens for preserving order and said a strong military presence is on the scene to prevent lynching.
Judge Martin will extend court for a week to clear the criminal docket. George Tripp, charged with assault on a servant girl, was acquitted after a highly watched trial. The case drew big attention as officials and attendees described tense proceedings and mixed reactions.
Chicago on February 23 Johann Hoch a confessed bigamist and alleged killer was hanged in the county jail for poisoning his wife Marie Welcker Hoeh. His last words were an assertion of innocence. Attorneys sought a writ of habeas corpus claiming violation of due process.
Forecast for Saturday and Sunday: Georgia fair with warmer conditions in the east and south, cooler in the north. North Carolina warmer Saturday then colder in the west with light to fresh south winds. Florida fair with light to fresh easterly winds, western Florida colder Sunday. Alabama fair Saturday, cooler north, Sunday cooler with south winds. Includes local date and temperature notes from various stations.
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