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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1900
Page
1
A fragmented passage discusses rural authority, opinion on agricultural higher education, and whether education matters for farming success. It mentions a campus debate, a man reconsidering his path, and several young men entering work or education in a county setting.
In Chattanooga Tennessee Julia Morrison faces trial for the murder of Frank Leiden. Witnesses describe shootings on a theater stage, Morrison's claimed insults and threats, and observations by Patterson, Joseph, and others. Morrison testifies detailing alleged abuse and humiliation by Leiden.
At the fourth annual Nebraska Traveling Men's Bryan Club dinner in Lincoln, Democrats Populists and Free Silver Republicans united. Bryan denounced trusts and opposed imperialism, urging opposition to private monopolies and support for greenbacks and bimetallism. Governors Poynter and Thomas and Cato Sells offered toasts.
Leaders of the Democrats Populists and Free Silver Republicans in Nebraska agree to hold three state conventions on March 19 in Lincoln to select delegates for the national gathering. W J Bryan spoke to the Democratic committee and a Boers sympathy resolution was passed. Western national committeemen favored fusion with Bryan as presidential candidate.
Jacksonville January 1 The state Republican convention will be held at St Augustine January 19 The Leon County Republicans meeting in Tallahassee denounced the central committee action reducing vote apportionment to conform with Democratic counts in various counties A bolt at the state convention was threatened to protest the changes
Trustees announce resumption of business next Wednesday in New York. General Samuel Thomas says every depositor who wants his money will be paid in full. He notes no details yet on future board members ahead of the annual meeting the day of reopening.
Birmingham January 5 The Philadelphia furnace at Florence fired up after seven years idle. Repairs cost 50000 dollars and a large workforce is needed as housing becomes available. Ore will come from Russellville district where Sloss Sheffield owns ore lands and coke is contracted from Tennessee.
In El Paso Texas on January 5 Geronimo Parra and Antonio Flores, condemned for murder, fought to resist execution as cell doors opened. Flores and Parra dashed into the crowd with coarse wire dirks, a ranger and deputy sheriff tackled them, Flores was subdued and later hung, while Parra’s head was nearly severed by the falling rope. Ranger Ed Bryant suffered a stomach wound from a dagger.
United States Navy takes possession of Sibutu Island near the Philippine group. Dispatch from Cavite dated January 6 reports Captain Wentworth of the gunboat Albby hoisted the flag on December 21, raising the pole as natives and North Borneo authorities watched. The island lies at the southwestern angle of the boundary line enclosing the Philippine archipelago.
In Rockwood area of Tennessee four quarry workers men attempt to thaw frozen dynamite in a box. Explosion kills Joseph Gleason and fatally injures three others, two dying within hours. Incident reported from Chattanooga January 5.
A fierce blaze at the Merchants' and Planters' tobacco warehouse at Fifteenth and Cary in Richmond destroyed about 3,000 hogsheads of tobacco. Kingan & Co reported a loss near 330,000 with full insurance. The total estimated loss stood around 400,000 with 350,000 insured. the building was fully insured.
A blaze swept the Commercial hotel block in Columbus Mississippi early this morning around 1:30. Fire crews struggled to control the flames as the entire block appeared likely to be destroyed with little they could do to halt the spread.
New York January 6. Mrs Georgia Gaynor who charged Colonel John F Gaynor with non support was arraigned today in police court on grand larceny. The charge was brought by Mrs Stela Elmer who testified that in October she hired Gaynor as a servant and that she took articles of small value when she left. Gaynor denied the charge and was held in 0 ball for examination.
The Roberts investigating committee heard arguments on whether he met the constitutional requirement for a seat from Utah. Ex Secretary Carlisle said the inquiry should determine final right, not merely prima facie. Roberts argued no proven marriage to Margaret C Shipp and questioned testimony and jurisdiction, noting polygamy allegations while emphasizing constituents’ moral choice.
Veldt was dotted with British dead. The election of Benwlar Clark of Montana began with arguments from counsel. Clark and Former Senator Faulkner appeared with Edmunds leading for the complainants who allege large sums were spent by Clark on behalf of Senator Clark. Faulkner said charges could be disproved. Hearing of testimony will begin tomorrow.
Washington January The senate committee on privileges and elections refused to report in favor of seating Matthew Quay as a senator from Pennsylvania. The 4 to 3 vote adverse report followed a resolution asserting seating based on an April 21, 1999 appointment by the Pennsylvania governor.
Three upper story business blocks in central Miami were destroyed after a 230 am fire at the Bulge Building. Authorities say the blaze is incendiary and linked to a robbery gang. Insurance totals and miscreant suspects are named with losses ranging from 2,000 to 35,000. Local citizens pursue the fire gang.
Clayton Ga January 5 Special Wednesday night Judge Logan Bleckley s summer house atop Screamer mountain was consumed by fire The blaze was not arson but the result of indiscriminate unlawful woods burning a common practice in Rabun and nearby mountain counties.
Mobile Alabama January 5 The arrest of C O Griffin and W F Hobertson follows a Conecuh county complaint after one man allegedly stole a mule at Evergreen. Robertson carried documents showing a scheme to swindle merchants by ordering goods without paying. They were sent to Evergreen days ago and posted bond. They were rearrested on the charge of using the mails to defraud. Cudahys agency received an order supposedly from Robertson but it did not fit.
Dr William A Hammond longtime surgeon general of the army dies at his Washington home after a career marked by high office, loss of position, and later restoration. He conducted sanitariums for several years and retired at his death.
New Haven January Hon Lynde Harrison stated that the Plant estate and heirs had no involvement with the Ontario Lake Superior and War Eagle companies. He emphasized the claim is incorrect that the estate or heirs were interested in these firms. He notes Philadelphia capitalists hold a large majority of stock.
Savannah January 5 Special reports say Central of Georgia directors may face a resignation from President H M Comer at their Monday meeting due to ill health. Vice President Eagan said he has heard nothing definite and could not confirm the rumor. A close confidant suggested Comer might relinquish his duties in a few days as his condition remains poor.
Two African American men were hanged in the county jail yard in Charleston this morning. Wilson killed a volunteer soldier on a street last August after the man remonstrated about vulgar language before women, and Singleton killed a fellow Black man over a card game in November. The executions were carried out by neck breaking, and death was reported as painless.
Washington January 5 Senate committee opens investigation into bribery charges tied to the case with testimony expected today. The inquiry centers on alleged payments and influence linked to a high level political matter. Attorneys for key figures declined comment as the panel prepared questioning.
In Caryville Florida on January 5 the Sanfori Lumber Company workers demanded weekly pay from the Knights of Labor affiliated plant. The request was refused and workers struck this evening, halting all mill operations.
London dispatch from Mafeking dated December 26 details a dawn assault on Game Tree by Colonel Baden-Powell's forces. Boers repelled the attack with fierce rifle and shell fire, leaving many British officers and soldiers dead or wounded, while Explosive bullets and field court rumours surface about weapon recalls.
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