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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1914
Page
6
Special report from Dublin Georgia describes a Black man named WIL Palmer abducted from a house by a party of unknown white men. A man claimed to be Sheriff Flanders to coax Palmer outside. the sheriff was unaware and Palmer has not been seen since. Details on the abduction and any further actions are unknown.
Sam Williams, described as a Black man, was assaulted with a pistol and shot twice as he fled, suffering serious wounds. No motive or suspects are known, and shots heard after the incident areUnclear if aimed at him. The sheriff says he is actively investigating the case.
In Eastman Georgia revival services are in progress at the First Baptist Church. Pastor Revilex W Bealer leads the revival with assistance from Dr. CW Daniels pastor of the First Baptist Church of Atlanta. The events occur in July with special activities planned.
The Eighth District Medical Association adjusts its annual convention to Athens on July 25 replacing the previously announced August 20 date. Organized by the district medical body, the event plans include members from regional medical societies and local physicians.
J D Lockridge, chief witness for Congressman Hardwick in the West Slaton intimidation charge, issues a card of explanation. He confirms his indictment in Jeff Davis county, says he could back up his assertion but will not name others, and states the controversy is at an end. He recounts past statements attributed to Senator West, discusses a bond and a note sale tied to a Georgia company, defends his honesty, and says he will not discuss the matter further.
President W Peel leads a Atlanta delegation to Hot Springs Virginia in mid July for the ninth annual Southern Fertilizer Association meeting and the twenty first annual National Fertilizer Association convention. Attendees include DE Geborne P H Newton T N Stewart HC Fisher W R Richards JR Porter WL Peele John Robinson and more. The party will join by Harry Hodgson in Athens and return late next week as they promote soil improvement and intelligent fertilizer use.
The Georgia Insurance Department audited Empire Life of Georgia detailing 1912 1913 figures and a 1913 income of 731452.94 with premiums at 623732.33 and investments 364030.79. The firm shifted from mutual to stock, led by Wr W Reid, building a 17 story Augusta headquarters and expanding to Alabama and Florida.
Savannah Georgia July 8 Governor Blease denies permission for the Georgia Hussars cavalry company to travel through South Carolina to the Augusta encampment. Georgia authorities warn the route change adds expense for North Carolina troops and disrupts plans, while Raleigh reports say Washington may issue different orders.
National group representing stave manufacturers meeting in Memphis declares prohibition impractical and confiscatory. They warn gradual spread of prohibition shrinks demand for tight barrels and harms stave business. delegates from over 100 manufacturers attend the convention amid rising opposition.
In Muscogee Oklahoma July 3 Syl M Smith a former wholesale merchant was found guilty of murdering Mrs Bessie Brown. He allegedly stalked her on the street and shot her in the back then clubbed her to death with a revolver. The defense claimed God commanded the act and he was sentenced to thirty years in the state prison.
A joint meeting of Baptist church committees in Memphis selects Memphis Tenn as the site for the National Negro Baptist Theological Seminary to be built at a cost of 100000 dollars.
A Blue Tag Sale at the largest furniture store touts deep discounts across most items with exceptions on certain lines. Numerous prices are listed for Mahogany and Satin Wood pieces including arm chairs side chairs rockers tables and display cabinets to showcase the sale’s wide savings and attract buyers.
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