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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1910
Page
1
Taft and Whip Dwight announce peace terms as insurgents and moderates seek truce. Hayes, mediator, reports near agreement but says the plan will be reconsidered tomorrow amid continued talks. Continued on page nine.
New York reports the heaviest snowstorm of the winter with 12 inches, 20 degree drops, and three deaths from exposure. Washington notes widespread damage in the Mississippi and Ohio valleys, ice jams in St. Louis, and rail delays across Nebraska Michigan and Wisconsin amid fuel shortages and evolving relief plans.
A vivid account in dialect shows the stockade and inmates under guard, describing cramped beds with cushions and hay, scarce food, and a stern officer promising thirty days. The scene contrasts harsh punishment with a glimmer of church ties and a hopeful return to better times.
New York January 14 The Postal Telegraph Cable Company on petition of its vice president Charles Adams obtained an order in the supreme court to change its name to the Trans Continental Telegraph Company on or after February 17. The petition shows the Postal has not run overland telegraph for years and that the New England Telegraph Company has continued the business in the Postal name. American Telephone and Telegraph Company controls New England and Western Union stock, while Mackay holdings in Postal, AT&T, and Western Union amount to about 20 million dollars, signaling centralized control of the nation’s telegraph system.
Providence January 14. Rhode Island legislators unanimously repealed an act that forced the state to accept more than half a million dollars in North Carolina bonds and cover coupon payments. The House also adopted a resolution directing General Treasurer Walter A Reed to return the bonds to North Carolina bondholders in New York, aiming to escape embarassing consequences from the rushed law.
Columbia January 14 John Garlington and J Stobo Young formerly president and secretary of Seminole Securities Company were found guilty of breach of trust with fraudulent intent the fourth count of the indictment The defense moved for a new trial Judge Prince will hear arguments tomorrow Garlington and Young were remanded to jail The specific charge covers misappropriation of 35596 70 from the company Other counts included stock deceit larceny and conspiracy Both men come from prominent Laurana County families Garlington formerly practiced law and worked in Atlanta magazines
New York January 1. Twenty million dollars in common stock to be distributed as a stock dividend to holders of International Harvester Company. Directors report earnings for 1908 exceed 14 million, with 3.2 million proposed as a super dividend from last year, the board says.
A woman, Mrs. Hichard K. Bruff, wife of Tulane University secretary, died by asphyxiation in a bathroom due to a leaking gas tub. The accident occurred in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 14. The incident is investigated as a gas-related accident in the private residence.
New York cotton prices plunged after a week of erratic signs as the leading southern bull market unit fell from 36.20 to 5.60 per bale, with May contracts slipping late afternoon. E G Scales of Texas had amassed about 29.7 million in paper profits for the season amid the decline.
In Kansas City January 14 officials say a quick arrest may follow medical reports on Colonel Thomas H Swope case. Chicago physicians examine his stomach for poison linking to typhoid attempts on family. Five private detectives track a socialite suspect as prosecutor delegates take charge.
A public burning in Faveteville, Tennessee, involved three hundred and fifty bottles of whiskey. Officials and a local crowd watched as the liquor was destroyed in barrels after gathering to witness the action, with the event described as a demonstration by authorities and the community.
Mayor Robert F Maddox attended Salvation Nell at the Grand last night and later revoked the license of the American Salvation Army after hearing rival factions. He pledged to restore the scene of the American Salvation Army, signaling a shift in local authorities.
New York reports Baron Von Mueller also known as Von igerhagen is charged with bigamy and running a fraud ring. Authorities say he married many women in New York New Jersey and California over the last decade taking amounts from $300 to $9700. Hoboken Chief Hayes says several victims are linked to him and steps will be taken to bring him east for prosecution.
Washington January 14 Official recognition in a limited way of the birthday of General Robert H. Lee is to be given by the treasury department. The collector at Newport News Virginia is authorized to close his office on January 19 for as long as public business permits. The unusual honor marks a public office closing for a Confederate soldier's birthday.
Zanesville Ohio January 14 testimony in a divorce suit over child Natalie exposes sensational scenes from New York Bohemia with artist Howard Chandler Christy central. Mrs Christy testified of their twelve year marriage and the joy of early days, crying to the court that life now feels dreary without her baby.
Goldsboro North Carolina January 14 news tells of Mrs Haywood Baker dying in a kitchen fire while her husband, paralyzed and an invalid, was compelled to witness the horror as their children screamed. The account describes the agony and the tragedy of the incident.
A doctor declares the polar insanity accusation connected to heating taint in Peary's frame, noting the possibility that such taint could be readily attributed to the heating process and not to the victim.
A debate pits Those Watson against Brouchton with disputed points and tense exchanges. Citizens follow as arguments unfold, highlighting political stakes and public interest in the matchup.
Dr Len G Broughton challenges Hon Thomas E Watson to a joint debate at the Baptist Tabernacle Atlanta on the topic The Foreign Missionary Movement The challenge stems from a Jeffersonian editorial and Broughtons denial of authorship while promising Watson proof and a vigorous discussion that could make Atlanta the scene of a lively southern exchange with both debaters known as fearless speakers. The letter also references The Golden Age and Broughtons pulpit editor role as context for the dispute continued on Page Seven.
January 14 forecast projects fair conditions in Georgia with cooler northern areas Sunday, moderate northwest winds. No significant rainfall. Temperature details missing. one day 24 hour rainfall not provided. Monthly and yearly rainfall figures present but poorly formatted.
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