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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1909

Page

5

Senate hears Tillman reply to president on Oregon land probe

The president's report to Senator Hale spurred Tillman to delay his statement until Monday. He disclosed efforts to secure Oregon land quarters via his agent William Lee, attached letters and inspectors' reports, and urged a central secret service office to aid investigations while defending his integrity and oath.

Hale Tillman Senate Tilman Nilin Nilin To Atter Bis Determination To Make No Statement Until Stonday Thiman William ©. Tee Oregon Benstor Hale Senator Hale Congress Department of Justice Ghorgea John Corrigan, Jr Washington, D. C Roosevelt Benjamin R. Tillman Wm. J. Lee Moscow Idaho Max Bacon Georgia Lee Reeder & Wat- Hing Marshfield 3Roscow South Ova

Tillman Land Deal Allegations and Senate Probes

A collection of letters and exhibits reveals Senator Tillman pressing for land deals with railroads in the Pacific Northwest. The correspondence shows agent references, requests to hold land now for future purchase, and efforts to force government action via lawsuits. It documents claims of personal financial interest and political influence to benefit specific eight quarter sections.

Haid Thliman Willam H. Lae Thillan Reeder & Watkins Lee Timan Fatus Lander Titman Washington Cau Tillman Timon Senate Varippe United States Department of Jus Pacific Slope Department of Justice Department of Juntita Tilman Congress Aeforesaid Tilliman Megsra, Reeder & Watkins Oregon Thiai Ananias Club Tusman Senator Tillman Ying Senetur Ilimun

Tillman land deal probe touches Oregon timber lands

Roosevelt reports inspectors found Senator Tillman had not trusted in a timber land scheme, while post office records showed Dorr used Tillman’s name in advertising. The inquiry examined Coos Bay Wagon Road lands and involved Marshfield and Portland agents, revealing no criminal motive by Dorr but significant impact on reputations and business prospects.

Tillalan Tillman Senate Oregon Cook Douglas South Carolina Democratic Party Post Office Department Portland Postoffice Thia Wm. E. Lee Tilman Mesars, Reeder & Watkins Marshfield Dorr Heeder & Watkins Roosevelt Eugene Hale United States Southern Oregon Company Coos Bay Reeder & Watkins Spokane Riches Clement Dorregain Mom Nike Titlman Lee Innis Hale Coat Office Nts Hualness Heney Richen Sanda

Malnutrition Warning for Children Causes Weak Growth

The text notes that excessive eating harms digestion leading to thinness and stunted growth, labeling this as malnutrition or non-ligation of food.

Scott's Emulsion Promises Health and Digestion Aid

An old advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as nourishment and medicine for digestion. It claims a small dose three times daily will work wonders and urges readers to send four cents to cover and receive the product.

Scott

Verdict approved as night riders convicted in Union City

Nashville reports say eight men were found guilty of murder in the first degree for the Union City Heelfoot Lake killings. The verdict, approved by the public, may curb night riding and lawlessness in Tennessee. Governor Patterson calls it a vindication of law and a boost to trust in authority and efforts to end organized crime.

Union City Tenn Upion County Lake District Rosson Supreme Court Nashville Quentin Rankin Heelfoot Lake Tennessee Patterson

Keiley Coal Company Ad Offers Five Dollar Tonne Fuel

Keiley Fuel Co promotes coal at five dollars per ton with contact by two phones, 3585. This compact notice highlights the value and availability of coal delivery through Keiley.

Keiley Keiley Fuel Co

Dr Charles Henderson to Speak on Charity Anniversary

Dr Charles R Henderson will speak tomorrow at Grand Sunday afternoon about the anniversary of the Associated Charities. He recently earned a government assignment in Europe to study workers pension plans and related social welfare issues. Henderson chairs a standing committee of the National Conference on Charities and has urged justice and uplift through his extensive work.

Charles R. Henderson Associated Charities United States Europe National Conference On Charities Henderson

Atlanta man wins 28000 verdict in Ga damage case

A Columbus jurist awards J L Womack of Atlanta 28000 against the Tome Mixture Guano Co for personal injuries from an accident that cost a young man his life during a two day city court trial with Atlanta and Birmingham lawyers present.

Columbus J. L. Womack Atlanta Womack

Tang Shao Yi to Return Home on Special Mission

Pekin dispatch reports Tang Shao Yi, 915 sold, currently in Washington on a Chinese government mission, will return via Europe and leave Weekington immediately. The cost of the mission was debated, with critics questioning extravagance under Yuan Shi Kai’s administration.

Pekin Tang Shao Yi Washingsin Europe Weekington Thung Shao VT Yuan Shi Kai

Local Obituaries From Macon and Nearby Areas

Multiple death notices from Macon Georgia and surrounding counties. Luther Clarke aged 18 months dies at 67 Weston street with funeral at home and burial in Greenwood. Teesle Freeman infant dies in private sanitarium with guardian arriving for funeral. Carrie Patterson eight months dies at 71 Bellwend Avenue with service at Patterson Chapel and interment at Westview. Jane Murphy Kilpatrick dies at granddaughter’s home near Gainesville and leaves extensive survivors. William A Terrell dies at home near Terrell with listed children and relatives.

Luther Clarke Luther J. H. Clarke Wornan Street Greenwood Cemetery Jesele Freeman Teesle Freeman Mr. Spencer Greenberg, Bond & Bloomfield Chapel Carrie Patterson Carrie Mrr Mra Jones County Alt Mire Walter’ Kant John Terrell Vr., Vickery Teresa Tixeda Kate Lee Terrell Myre T Brown Carnesville M. Vaardiver Grkwas Emall

Tiner Convicted In Manslaughter Case In Pacolet

Spartenburg and Pacolet towns report that 8 Tiner, former candidate for the lower house, was today found guilty by the criminal court of manslaughter and carrying concealed weapons in the killing of Edward Kirby. The trial followed weeks of legal contention and local controversy.

Controversy Surrounds Senator Tillman and Lee

The text reports Senator Tillman denying unlawful conduct in a land case linked to Oregon and involving Mr. Lee and Benator Tillman. It notes a tense capitol atmosphere, calls for clarity, and public officials reacting to an attack on Tillman’s character amid ongoing political pressure.

Tilman Lee Benator Tillman Senator Tillman Senate Ssupior Tilman Mega Mans Friands Oregon Tillman White House Fillman Man Ang i Offlett

Candidates for Supreme Bench Hearings

A list of nominees for the supreme bench appears. J. Carey of Wickens and W. Puray of Sumter are noted among the candidates, with references to their roles and past conduct in related legal matters.

Collombula Pew Asauelate Justics Supreme Court Supreme Weriel J. Nope J. P. Carey Wickens WU. Puray

Covington Masons Elect Chapter Officers

At the Covington chapter annual election of officers for Ruval Aree Masons, A.S Hopkins was selected along with H.W. J. M. Lavy as king, W. Cohen as scribe, R. P. Lester as PB 6, A. Barwell as treasurer, J. 8. Peek R.A. C., J. W. Peck as master first veil, C. A. Clark as master second veil, and G. T. Smith as master third vel.

Covington Ruval Aree Masons A.S Hopkins H.W

Prohibition Fight Sparks West Virginia Ballot Wins

Reported from Wheeling and Williamstown West Virginia where towns voted on liquor licenses. Ten dry votes and eight wet across municipalities, with Williamstown and nearby Marietta celebrating together after drys won.

Wheeling Williametown Marietta Mia Williamstown Churen Berlin

Moonshinping Raid Nets Seizures Across Georgia

In Columbia Georgia a raid disrupted moonshinping activities as revenue officers intensified efforts from January 9. A raid in Harris County destroyed equipment. another raid in Coweta County targeted operations near the Alabama border. Officers crossed into Russell County near Crawford, capturing and destroying assets.

Columbia Harels Cownty Georgia Gushoun County Alabama Russel County Crawford

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