26 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1903
Page
1
Five deputies are attacked in a confrontation described by the report as a rifle ball incident. The article notes injuries and ongoing investigation, with officials stating the motive and parties involved remain under scrutiny.
Miners clashed with deputies and Sheriff Cook during an attempt to arrest 34 men for injunction violations. At Strathford City three miners were killed and many wounded as 100 armed rioters faced federal and state forces. Seventy three arrests were made with 63 pending.
Judge Henry Bethune Tompkins a leading Atlanta lawyer and jurist died yesterday afternoon at his residence after a long illness. A Confederate veteran, he served in Georgia law circles and public life, aided kindergarten work, and supported child labor reform. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at his home with interment at Westview Cemetery.
Gov. accompanied by Col. Strong confronted editor Harden at Wardens office over an article comparing Mrs. Yates to other women. Harden allegedly vowed to punish the editor if Mrs. Yates appeared in the columns. The incident traces to Prince Henry visit coverage and social event mentions.
In Paducah Kentucky on February 25 a remark by W. S. Stanley, former partner of Tr. Wil Sheldon, triggered an angry mob in the police court as Sheldon faced charges of duping young women joining his theater troupe. Stanley provoked threats of lynching, leading to a court adjournment and police guarding the witness.
The will of Dr J J M Curry of Richmond Virginia dated Madrid Spain December 98 1887 was filed today. He leaves all property to his wife Mrs Mary W Curry except a life insurance policy for the benefit of his children. The will asks that Mary W Curry be appointed executrix and not required to give bond.
Cincinnati's political scene tightens as M. E. Ingalls, head of the Big Four, accepts a Democratic mayoral nomination. The move splits Republicans and hints Ingalls may seek governorship or president in coming years, signaling a heated campaign in a traditionally Republican city.
A Missouri concurrent resolution urges the president to study terms by which Great Britain would consent to cede all or part of British America north of the United States. The aim is to form one or more new states admitted on equal footing with existing states, with inhabitants to enjoy federal rights in the interim.
William Streit a colored man and nephew of the original Uncle Tom saved a trainful of passengers on the Ontario and Western railroad Near Sidney New York by spotting a door wedged into a creek bridge track The warning to the engineer prevented a deadly plunge into the creek and the loss of many lives
A six story Pike’s Opera House in Cincinnati was nearly destroyed by a blaze on February night. The $250000 loss includes lower floors housing Robert Clark Book Company Martin restaurant White’s restaurant Adams Express offices and Jaffee grocery store. The theater and offices were above the blaze discovered at 1 40 a m in the basement and spreading quickly.
A steamer letter from Puerto Cortez Honduras says martial law is proclaimed but no stir exists. Sierra was proclaimed president by the Honduran congress at Yeguacalpa and inaugurated February 19 with little public enthusiasm. The revolution is said to be spreading on the Pacific coast as the American consul requests a cruiser to be sent to Puerto Cortes.
Cablegrams from Salvador claim President Sierra of Honduras faced a serious defeat. The fighting reportedly occurred near Macaume as the rebel movement gained strength and the laboring class fled inland.
Georgia reports rain and brisk east winds with temperature notes and precipitation figures. The Kimball hosts the south’s annual convention of ic manufacturers as Judge Henry B. Tompkins dies after months of illness. Georgia veterans to receive $50,000 from federal government for Irish American War service. Baldwin county votes dispensary opponents ahead, jail escapes occur in Columbia and Tallapoosa. Rio Grande boiler accident injures chief engineer in Brunswick. U S case against Oberlin Carter postponed in Savannah. Bloomer Girls’ game ends with Arnold Flint breaking leg in Brunswick. Rockefeller Jr. and wife visit Tuskegee Institute on Booker T. Washington’s invitation. Greenville raids seize a large still. Ed Foster fate grim after teacher shooting in Inman. Legislature returns to Mabie and resumes work. Road bill debated. Knoxville coffin investigations reveal 20 of 28 coffins empty. James Goins linked to fake burials. Domestic notes include Mrs. Donald Machean’s candidacy and mayoral race in Cincinnati. Raleigh county mine incident. Wall Street notes and regional volcano updates add tension as Honduran martial law enforces quiet. czar prioritizes Christians’ safety over war with Turkey.
Colima volcano near Guadalajara erupts violently with lava flows devastating farms within five miles and sending residents fleeing to distant towns. Explosions occur at intervals, fires burn in the crater, and tremors rattle the region as a tidal wave threat looms at sea ports. An American observer reports witnessing massive flames and a dramatic eruption before fleeing. An earthquake in South Dakota is also recorded in the same dispatch.
In Pensacola Florida a clash between soldiers and police occurred after an officer arrested a disorderly soldier at a downtown dance hall. A scuffle followed with a soldier striking the officer as others tried to free detainees. Police fired revolvers into the mob but hit none, and barracks officers soon quelled the disorder.
Washington reports the secretary of the treasury transmitted a senate letter from the attorney general recommending an appropriation to satisfy the Supreme Court ruling on the prize money case tied to Admiral Dewey and others for the sinking of the Spanish fleet at Manila Bay. The funds would be distributed to Dewey and officers, with half to the Navy department for the men under his command.
The longtime editor of The Washington Sentinel, Mr. Selanie, who had led the paper since 1873, died in Washington. His career included reporting on figures such as Captain Wirz and events connected to German American communities and the era of Stephen A. Douglas.
Replies from Georgia and Virginia governors accept Louisiana Purchase Exposition invitations to attend the dedication on April 30 and May 1 and 2. Governor Terrell will be present at St. Louis for the event.
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