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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1903
Page
5
Disfigured Skite described with severed muscles and decaying bones as a warning of illness. It claims scrofula causes neck swellings eye inflammations and debility. The remedy promoted is food's Sarsapariila said to expel humors cure eryp tons and rebuild the system for all ages. Hood Fills are also advertised as liver remedies to relieve irritation and act as cathartics.
In Columbus a guardianship dispute over a marriage raises questions of competence and legal validity. The case involves a supposed betrothal and the retirement of property to the wife, with proceedings naming administrators and trustees. The outcome hinges on mental condition and the legality of the marriage under state law.
Hon A A Kincannon informs Industrial Institute and College trustees that he will not enter the race for governor. He states his mercies would like to see him as chief executive but he declines to be a candidate and will remain in Columbus as president of the college.
January 26 report shows the attention of a coal mine inquiry commission on alleged criminal acts by operators at BR Marks Co. Witnesses describe terminations, extents of notices, and cross examination as the strike impacts tenants and storekeepers. Williams and other firm personnel face questions over illness claims and eviction actions tied to the dispute.
A lengthy report on police governance is reviewed with calls to change how police commissioners are elected and how officers are chosen. The council considers amendments to the city charter to require reelection within three years, ensure good behavior and fitness, and allow the board to hire from within the force. The adoption of the report moves forward amid political debate and planning for further discussion.
A testimonial asserts Lucie contains no harmful substances and can be safely given to babies as well as adults. It is described as pleasant to take, soothing, and quick to cure colds and croup, making it a favorite with mothers of small children.
A court issued a temporary injunction halting town operations. Judge Felton suspended charter provisions, closing city institutions including schools and dispensaries. Local officials, including Mayor and board members, faced potential contempt if they acted. The injunction left governance in limbo as legal maneuvers continued.
In Macon Minder the Hebrew tailor who killed Taylor Mahoney at his sewing machine is in Bibb county jail after a commutation of his death sentence. He is slated for transfer to the state farm at Milledgeville as warden changes take effect. Minder’s odd remarks reveal a desire for farm work over hanging, and officials note a tense, sorrowful scene as he awaits relocation.
Macon detectives jailed three burglars within six hours after a burglary at ML Baikeome hardware store. John Tomer Fester Walery Harriet Coniigin, all described as negroes, were bound over to superior court with bonds. Stolen goods were recovered and returned to the owner. The same report notes a separate court action where women face chain gang or fines for drunkenness on Bibb county streets and a brief item about Macon labor delegates traveling to Atlanta for the Federation of Labor anniversary.
January 26 saw a legislative event as Mr Starr of Dallas introduced a bill to create an Alabama railroad commission elected by voters at the November election in 196. The measure aligns with Texas law and is expected to spark a heated contest, while the House approved a separate bill by Mr Hoffmann of Mobile to raise the age of consent to 14.
An advertisement urges buying Scott's Emulsion to save pennies and gain strength. It claims inferior emulsions waste money while Scott's rebuilds flesh quickly, promising faster recovery and more energy. Free sample offer from Scott & Bowne, Chemin, 409 Pearl St NW.
A warning that indigestion causes heart trouble and a testimonial from Mr Kauble of Nevady O praising Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for four months of use. The ad claims the product digests food and relieves stomach pressure on the heart, with bottles at $1 and a trial size sold for five cents by E C DeWitt & Co. Chicago.
Mrs North Dowie seeks divorce from John Murray Dowie claiming cruelty and inhuman treatment. She alleges marriage followed her meeting a man named 19 after entering the temperance union and later married within weeks. The case centers on whether the grounds justify legal dissolve of the union.
A stranger asked Augusta man Will Walker for food and lodging on Broad Street then snatched Gregory’s watch from his vest at gunpoint and fled. Police pursued toward Breed Street and Dibs, but the watch was not recovered. Officers Brown and Cook aided the chase as residents described a bold, noisy street incident with a suspect arched and unidentifiable.
Death report from the war department notes First Lieutenant William J. Armstrong Twenty eighth Infantry died of smallpox on Sunday afternoon. A native of Tuskegee he entered service as a second lieutenant and rose through commissions to lead the Twenty eighth. He sailed via San Francisco for Manila to rejoin his regiment on December 1.
A 17 year old woman near Harmony Grove Georgia committed suicide at her home using two ounces of laudanum after separating from her husband just months into marriage. She reportedly had no friends and feared life, with notes of a reckless lifestyle. Her body was buried in a cemetery after services led by Rev. Laverne He.
Savannah January 24 Special Teds at noon the new board of aldermen were inducted into office Mayor Herman Myers and the new aldermen took the oath Judge Pope Barrow administered the oath Myers gave an annual message urging city improvements George Nichais and others attended the event Charles Garfunkel named superintendent of police replacing Gwen F Belly who retired as pensioned officer Walter Fleming promoted to lieutenant of police fire brigade reorganized with new officers J L Hennessey became port warden Tod Statf sanitary inspector and assessor Marion Lucas elected assessor present at the meeting were few changes with most officers reelected the new board held its first meeting that night amid celebrations
In Bird Cage Alley on January 26 Will Sappho of questionable repute fought Grit Sinton after Sinton discovered him in his home. The altercation left Sappho injured and led to police involvement as both men were taken to the station for examination.
A shooting incident occurred on a Sunday at a home in Pleasant Valley involving Robert Tarver and Morris. Tarver demanded his money back from a gambling game, drew a .38 revolver, and shots were fired injuring Morris and Tarver. Police arrested the party. charges include disorderly conduct.
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