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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1913
Page
1
City councilors Hall and Ashley reject the mayor’s committee draft while denying alliances with Chambers. A third charter, presented as a compromise, draws opposition for nearing a commission form of government. The meeting outlines committee lines and potential shifts to an appointed board structure.
A brief note argues that a good morning newspaper is the best advertising for clothes and tailors. It claims a buyer today will read fashion ads on his way to work and is often influenced by the apparel ads he encounters.
Fulton county records show a decline in pension applications for Confederate veterans and widows for the first time since state pensions began. Despite 1409 women on the rolls, the total requested sum drops nearly $4,000 from last year as funds are insufficient to begin payments across counties.
The weather bureau predicts a 10 degree drop in morning temperatures with a 30 degree fall above zero expected, as a cool wave moves through. Frigid conditions extend to the Great Lakes region and Canada, with subzero readings in Dix and Sheridan counties and more cold days ahead before spring moderates the weather.
A violent midnight clash at a Negro restaurant left several whites and at least one Black man wounded. Police intervened as a gunfight erupted, four whites shot and the Black man saved from hanging by a telegraph pole from a mob. Victims include Jesse Allen, Jack Chath, Dam Stringe, Wilt Moore, and Deon Madoweuel Hisack.
In Valdosta on February 24 a third assassination in ten days occurred when Jessie Simmons, a Negro teamster for West Yellow Pine at Olympia, was shot at his door. Two buckshot blasts destroyed the top of his head. coroners and investigators arrived, though no suspect was named and the killer remained at large.
In a Matteawan state hospital inquiry William Clark accuses prison officials of a social prison ring aimed at profiting from pardons and seeks Thaw’s testimony on alleged governor involvement. Dr Russell and John Anhut are named in bribe discussions as the inquiry extends to Thaw’s release prospects and bank accounts.
A new report states 95 federal volunteer soldiers were executed by firing squad at Sauz de Juarez after mutiny linked to the death of ex President Madero. Most displayed courage amid their execution, several officers escaped, and a railway clash near the Mexican Central line was quickly repaired.
Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson stated he accepts the government narrative on the deaths of Jaacro and Susees, noting the violent acts lacked government approval. He described the Mexican government as firm and prudent, seeking peace and protection for foreigners, urging calm among American readers.
Marie Ramsey a Brenau college student aged 19 in Gainesville accepted a long distance marriage proposal from Woy West a former football star. The couple wed at Piedmont after a hurried train arrival and parental consent. West works in real estate. they plan a shopping trip and temporary residence in Atlanta.
American residents warned by United States Consul Jesse Johnson to cross into Brownsville boundary or face consequences as Matamoros authorities demand subscriptions to their government. Governor Colquitt orders four Texas National Guard companies to Brownsville and border protection, amid reports of arrests for ransom and threats to Texans. Patrols increased. warnings issued to Mexican commander and Matamoros authorities.
Falk 3SDL reports cooler weather ahead with fair skies in Georgia. Tuesday should be fair, cooler in the south. Wednesday likely fair. Local report notes temperatures from 40 to 53 degrees, mean about 40, normal 46. Rainfall 0.00 inches in 24 hours. deficiency since month start 2.09 inches, since Jan 2 inches.
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