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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1914
Page
1
Justice Goff faced criticism for trial conduct in Becker case. He was willing to free Becker Whitman, but four gunmen were sentenced to death. The decision alleged that Goff was unfair in his treatment of Becker Whitman.
Ossining February 24 Charles Becker told reporters in the Sing Sing death house that a news of the court ruling brought no turning in his course. The four gunmen Gyp the Blood Whitey Lewis Dago Frank and Lefty Louie Rosenberg learned at midnight their convictions were affirmed and they must die in the electric chair. They faced the cell doors and said I am sorry boys that I bring you bad news, the court has turned down our motion for a new trial. Dago Frank and other gunmen spoke in stiff tones while Lefty Louie sought to quash talk of nerve loss, insisting they remain game. None spoke on Becker's case or the court's adverse decision.
February 24 report from New York notes Charles Beckett, ex-convict, freed to a new trial while four gunmen including Whitey Lewis and Lefty Louie face death for the Rosenthal murder. DA Whitman questions evidence and urges cautious action, signaling possible executive clemency. Becker's counsel aims to dismiss indictments as Becker remains in Sing Sing.
In Aurora on February 24 authorities photographed the eyes of Theresa Hollander after the clubbing death in a cemetery. State's Attorney Tyler said the retina might retain the image of the murderer, but details of any evidence were not disclosed. The procedure followed the suggestion of an oculist and was kept secret to avoid ridicule.
The day follows a letter from Governor Slaton to Clark Howell expressing regret that Howell declined appointment to the U S Senate seat after the death of A O Bacon. Delegations for six candidates pressed Slaton, who expected to decide by Thursday afternoon. The governor's letter praises Howell's qualifications and personal friendship, but Howell remains firm in not being considered.
Washington discusses Villa's stance on delivering the body of William Benton, executed at Juarez. US officials seek details, exhumation for examination, and potential witness testimony while monitoring reactions from Britain and Carranza authorities.
Impressive services marked the twenty second anniversary of Bishop Cleland Kinlock Nelson’s consecration as head of the Episcopal diocese of Georgia. The celebration at St Philip’s Cathedral included Holy Communion and a reception for church members with Bishop Nelson and Mrs Nelson in attendance.
In Leland on February 24 a Black man accused of fatally wounding Charles W. Kirkland was captured by a mob and burned after binding him in a soaked dry goods box. The victim broke free as flames rose, was riddled with bullets, and the body burned to ashes. Deputies, other officers, and townspeople watched as the mob, estimated at over 300, dispersed without arrests.
Albany February 24 an investigation is being made into fifty Bronx children who entered hospitals with mild ailments and left inoculated with a serious disease. Bernard Deutsch Bronx House secretary told a senate committee hearing on bills to regulate vivisection and require state supervision of all animal experiments. He said hospital authorities failed to explain the outbreak and that the infected children mingled with other youngsters in tenements and art schools.
A new measure signed today by Wilson limits women’s work hours in the District of Columbia to eight per day. The ABA and WI factions supported the reform, marking a milestone in labor regulation.
President Woodrow Wilson walked alone in snow covered Washington streets on February 24. He tried to pass through the interior department corridor and was stopped at a no visitors admitted after 2 pm sign. The aged doorkeeper recognized him after the president stated his name with a smile.
Cincinnati February 24 Colonel Brent Arnold general freight agent and terminals superintendent of Louisville and Nashville railroad prominent city leader was arrested on charges of contributing to the delinquency of a 16 year old girl Mil dred Crane. He pleaded guilty and was fined 750 dollars in municipal court. The court said no jail sentence due to his advanced age. Arnold is 61 years old. Warrants were issued for Hugo Goldsmith a manufacturer Isaac Newton Wox a jeweler and a wide careuress of a New York firm with headquarters in Louisville. The girl has been under juvenile court care for two weeks.
Washington February 24 warning that hay and potatoes would flood the mails unless the postmaster general is checked was voiced by Senator Bankhead chairing the post office committee He said the department is running the new parcel post service at a loss and that the government operates it at a loss The remarks came during debate on the annual post office appropriation bill Senator Sheppard raised a point to bar changing weight limits rates or zones for parcel post in the amendment debate which the Senate adjourned with the issue undecided.
Official counts show 7 465 national banks applied for Federal Reserve membership while 18 notified they will not apply and ten have not yet been heard from. Total capital of applying banks exceeds 1 054 535 064, with reaction from state banks and trust firms adding to the potential 1 100 000 000 plus capitalization as the system launches.
Harry Latham ex-court attache travels to New Orleans to meet a reputed uncle of Mary Phagan and secure an affidavit that may inject a new time element into Frank's case. Nina Formby, now in New York, has hired Judge R R Jackson as counsel and will confer in Chattanooga about new evidence. Authorities search for Formby and McKnight as detectives probe alleged frame up and coerced testimony in the Frank trial.
A garbled weather forecast lists fair conditions with warmer temperatures across Georgia and adjacent states on Wednesday and Thursday. Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, West Virginia show similar trends, with central and southern Florida partly rainy and Louisiana fair with possible unsettled conditions. East Texas and Texas regions anticipate fair to warmer conditions Wednesday, with Thursday remaining fair in the north portion.
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