Alford Ready to Enter Plea in Noted Macon Murder Case
Edward B. Alford faces trial in Macon Superior Court for the slaughter of his wife and mother in law, with defense led by Claude Estes and Thomas Felder. The article details his upbringing, family, and a history of illness and injuries, noting prior near-fatal lesions and a troubled past as he prepares for a possible insanity or escape motive defense.
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Brown House
Macon
Ges
Edward B. Alford
Claude Estes
Thomas Felder
Alford
Exum
Physicean
Dublin
Wolfolk
Diate
Plans for an apartment house at East Harris and Peachtree
Diamond merchant Schaul announces plans to erect a handsome apartment building costing 80 000 to 100 000 dollars on a 60 by 160 foot lot at East Harris and Peachtree streets. The site sits across from the Capital City Club and near the Masonic temple, theaters, and hotels. No definite date given.
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HH Schule
East Harris
Peachtree Streets
Schaul
Peschtres Street
New Capital City Club
Masonic Temple
KEK Flour Promises Pure Sweet Whole Wheat Option
Local bakers advertise pure and wholesome flour with emphasis on sweet quality. Stores highlight KEK branded flour as a trusted choice for home baking and family favorites with clear messaging on purity and texture.
Strung County Police Pursuit Yields Mixed Outcomes
An undersigned man claimed to have tricked Blantown police by sending two officers on a false search for remains of a fatality. The episode involved deception about a young Black suspect and led to an arrest, with authorities noting the investigation had limited but not zero results.
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Surung
Blantown
R Esults
Boucher duo appointed to lead local Salvation Army work
Adjutant and Mrs. R. Boucher assume immediate charge of the Salvation Army spiritual work in Atlanta. Known across the south, they previously led missions in Mobile and Key West and recently returned from a Chattanooga posting. A welcome meeting is planned at the Atlanta army rooms with special services to follow.
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R. Boucher
Salvation Army
Boucher
Atlanta
South
Mobile
Als
Chattanooga
Tenn
Army
Marlette
Lot ‘ Salvation Army
GA Road Firemen Will Not Strike
Augusta Ga February 28 Fourth Vice President A P Kelly of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen said there is no prospect of another strike by Georgia railroad firemen. He noted the Erdman act arbitration agreement from last May is being observed by both sides. His Augusta visit was routine and lacked significance.
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Augusta
A. P. Kelly
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Associated Prasa
Georgia Railroad
Kelly
Building Collapses as Man Works on Roof
Adolph Greer, a Negro carpenter, climbed a small one story house at Thurmond and Maple yesterday to remove shingles. His weight caused the temporary pillars to fail, the structure collapsed, and Greer was rescued from the wreck and taken to Grady hospital in serious condition.
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Adolph Greer
Thurmond and
Maplestresta
Greer
Grady Hospital
Conductors Meet in Washington Over Wages
The Order of Railway Conductors and Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen from the Atlantic Coast Line system meet in Wilmington to discuss wage scales and service rules. No agreement yet. a related increase granted January 1 affects the trainmen's group under the same federation.
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Wilmington
D. C
Richmond
Fis
Railway ‘Trainmien
Escape From Fire At Fayetteville Hedge Dawn
A fire occurred at Fayettevine hedge daylight this morning. The scene involved Beasley and Chant Lins, with several individuals reported to have been contacted. Fire crews worked to contain the blaze and fully extinguish the flames as authorities investigated the cause.
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Wimningtons
Fayettevine
Brantley Silent On Senate Bid Refusal to Decide Now
Washington February 33 Special Representative Brantley of the Eleventh Georgia district was shown the Savannah News editorial nominating him for senator. He said no vacancy exists in Georgia’s senate to be filled and that he cannot decide about a 1912 fall primary bid yet. He noted many letters urging him to run and pledging support, but stressed the decision is too far off.
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John Corrigan, Jr
Washington, D. C
Brantley
Georgia
Savannah News
Bacon
Senate
You will never want any, that is batter
E K Kons. tme. delivers a blunt line about excess, framing a skeptical view of supply and desire with a terse, wry tone. The note emphasizes a stark preference against abundance, hinting at a quirky advertisement or editorial aside.
Annexation Resolution Passes in Macon City
Macon Ga February 23 The city council approved Mayor Pro Tem Eden Taylor s plan inviting suburban residents to vote to join the city proper. The session drew enthusiasm as officials pledged to welcome the suburb dwellers and extend the city s influence toward a broader community.
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Macon
Eden Taylor
Wife Awarded Property in Divorce Case
Mrs B G Smith, wife of Dr J F Smith of near Roberts, was awarded cash in bank possession of plante Nottingham, acting in place of the late villa Brugeott in a Crawford superior court divorce suit. The wife claimed the money came from the operator of her farms by her husband.
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Macon
B.g.,.smith
J. Ff. Smith
Near Roberts
Cawardey
Planté 1
Nottingham
Élillam Brugeott
Crawford Superior ‘Court
Combination Underwear Sets Boost Princess Gown Fit
The piece promotes the rise of refined undergarments, urging perfect lines for gowns. It champions the combination suit as a two or three in one garment, eliminating extra layers and drawstrings, with several styles shown priced from $2.00 to $4.00. Named styles include Moyenage fashion pieces with corset cover, drawers, and petticoat.
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Wallace
Special Combinations Offer in 19th Century Garments
A series of fashion specials highlights two piece, Q-piece, and nainsook combinations with corset cover drawers, waist lines defined, and trims of embroidery, beading, ribbon, and lace. Prices drop from $1.50 to $1.19, $2.25 to $1.50, $2.75 to $2.00, and $1.25 to $1.00 respectively.
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Wallace
Princess Slips and Wide Embroidered Lingerie Sale
Full length slips feature 12 inch embroidery flounces with beaded neck finial and bon. Prices begin at $1.50, with elaborate trims and combinations from $3 to $15. Readily available at Front store as new underwear arrivals.
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