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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1904
Page
13
Forecast highlights a cool Georgia Saturday and a breezy Sunday with high yesterday around 47 and low 31. The report mentions political disputes over a Peachtree Creek commemoration park, utilities plans in Atlanta, and various public notices across Georgia and the South.
Three men were killed instantly when Baltimore and Ohio passenger train No 4 collided with a loaded steel coal scow being shifted at Evitts Creek, one mile below Cumberland. Fireman B Freer, and others from Baltimore and Sagles Mills are injured. no passengers were hurt. A freight conductor in the tower reportedly gave orders that were ignored as the engineer began moving on the main track.
The second trial of Will Jacobs in Ocala Florida concluded today with a verdict of guilty in the 61st degree and a recommendation to mercy from the court.
Miami bulletin reports General Gordon's condition fluctuating with intermittent pulse and high temperature. Doctors Gramling and Jackson note abdominal pain, delirium risk, and limited kidney secretions. patient rests today though not clearly improving.
In Jackson on January 8 General Stephen D Leo attended the Mississippi Historical Society meeting and expressed hope that General Gordon would be spared to Confederate veterans. He noted longstanding friendship with Generals Len Gordon and Gordon, and said he would visit Gordon if his duties with the Vicksburg National Military Park Commission permit.
Rome reports the pope has requested Martins d Nantes Portuguese embassy to inform the Vatican’s diplomatic corps dean that women should not wear low cut gowns at receptions attended by cardinals and prelates. The move has caused great excitement among diplomatic corps women.
Charles Brooks, an inmate at the New Jersey state prison, died after a botched escape. Keeper John Fitzgerald was wounded in the lip and deputy keeper William J Barney suffered scalp wounds from Brooks. Brooks allegedly attacked with an iron bar, was overpowered, then found dead suspended by suspenders as the dungeon opened. Fitzgerald later was expected to recover. Barney’s injuries were not serious.
Former Ohio governor and secretary of the treasury Charles Foster, of Fostoria, was stricken with cerebral palsy like symptoms at the home of General J Warren Keifer. His condition is reported very dangerous and he remains in critical condition tonight. Beaumont Texas reports a man named MuNen died near the Guffey gas well and others were overcome by gas. the well was sealed and secured by officers as a public hazard.
Special from Columbus Georgia reports Confederate Veterans at Camp Benning adopting resolutions mourning General Longstreet and noting General Gordon's serious illness. The group, one of four ex Confederates appointed by Davis to that rank, includes Ambrose P Stewart Simon Buckner and Gordon. The last resolution was telegraphed to the Gordon family tonight.
Reports from Havana detail the first Cuban primaries with light turnout except in Cienfuegos where radicals on horseback armed with machetes fired on police provoking clashes. Camacho led the group. he was wounded but not captured. Cane fields were burned to draw voters. Government pledges polling protection and arrests were reported for perjury.
Michael W Louis former head of supplies division sues Joseph Bristow Henry C Payne and The Washington Post for 50000 damages over an extract from Bristows report on awards in his division alleging inflated prices Louis was removed October 21 and similar suits have been filed against Bristow and major newspapers The suit asserts publication aimed at harming Louis reputation in connection with the contract awards and pricing practices
Pennsylvania Senator Quay acts as confidential adviser to President Roosevelt and may press for Quay or Hanna influence on the Republican National Committee. The uneasy dynamic includes Hanna’s presidential ambitions, Quay’s ties to Platt, and Roosevelt’s daily political talks amid insomnia rumors.
The body of Mayor Joseph T McTeer arrived in Knoxville accompanied by family and city officials after meeting the funeral train in Bristol. The funeral is set for Saturday afternoon.
Boston January report says school committee leaders launched a crusade against chewing gum by Histon teachers. A canvass found many instructors are gum chewers and most allegedly hail from Maine or New Hampshire, states known for spruce gum production.
The cabinet decided to move the Asiatic fleet from Guam to Subig Bay Philippines as tensions with Russia and Japan rise. Admiral Evans will join the Philippines squadron, with ships stationed to avoid signaling political bias while remaining ready for action if needed. The move reflects U.S. desire for neutrality yet recognition of possible war in the Far East.
Tokyo reports that Japan intends to continue negotiations with Russia, seeking modifications before any ultimatum or war. The emperor inspected guards in a grand ceremony as public sentiment urged decisive action, while rumors of conflict circulated and international responses to the dispute developed in London and Paris.
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