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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1913
Page
10
Secretary Bryan will leave on July 19 for a six weeks lecture tour with engagements mainly in Indiana, Iowa, and Idaho. In his absence John Bassett Moore, counselor of the department, will act as secretary of state.
It will pay you handsomely to read the advertisements in THE CONSTITUTION, for this is the month when merchants adjust their stocks by clearing out small and odd lots. Prices drop during these times and readers may buy many items for all family members at lower prices than usual.
Albany reports Supreme Court Justice Daniel F Cohalan was exonerated after a four day trial before the senate and assembly judiciary committees. The charges alleged payoffs and altered records tied to Joan A Connolly and Victor Heating. Cohalan testified he faced blackmail and sought to prevent a scandal before an election. He was sachem of Tammany Hall and linked to Charles F Murphy.
Rev H H Proctor pastor of the First Congregational Church colored will start a sermon series Sunday night titled In the Footsteps of Moses He has traveled much of the territory Moses traversed The sermons include In and Around Memphis Where Moses Went to School The Vision of the Wilderness The Burning Bush Across the Sands of where Moses Led the People Under Cloud and Fire The Mountains of Moab and Mount Hermon Where He Reached the Promised Land
Athens Georgia July 11 Special time days ago after Griffin wrecking trial a personal difference between Judge G C Thomas one of Griffin s lawyers and Jodi Brand the trial judge occurred on the street The matter was adjusted through several prominent lawyers friends to both parties with a statement issued July 9 191% The matter of difference between Judge C H Lumpkin J core M4 Holden and Harry C Yuck was submitted and these differences were terminated in a manner satisfactory to both parties with terms consistent with honor and integrity of each party.
Washington July 11 Discussion of the Underwood Simmons tariff revision with its long list of rates and new ad valorem system will begin in the senate next Wednesday noon. Senator McCumber will open the debate on the agricultural schedule Monday prior.
The Georgia Retail Merchants Association will hold a three day session in Atlanta on July 21 22 and 23 at the Motel Ansley. Officials say it will be the largest gathering since its organization with extensive preparations by local retail and wholesale firms to ensure a comprehensive event for all aspects of the meeting. A representative is already in Atlanta sorting preparations for Georgia's retailers as they plan fall buying.
A mass meeting at George H. Lanier's office in West Point, Georgia, planned events for visiting state weekly editors on July 22. About 400 people, including ladies, are invited to a barbecue, car tour of the twin cities, a reception at Mr. and Mrs. Trot Bankston's home, and a drive to LaGrange by automobile.
A sparsely advertised rally under the State Agricultural college banner is set for Saturday July 12 in Douglasville Georgia. A large attendance from nearby counties is anticipated to boost interest in the county fair and inform fall committees touring the area.
Western and Atlantic committee revived leasing the space above tracks in Atlanta's business district. Rep Barry Wright floated a 30 year lease with yearly payments near 100000 pounds. The panel urged a joint committee with five from the house and two from the senate to study the proposal, plus a 5000 dollar appropriation. A separate bill on purchasing the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic railroad was sent for passage with changes. A constitutional amendment to forbid selling state rail holdings without a referendum was recommended.
At West Point Georgia a horse owned by Collins Gachet bolted near Miller's drug store and leapt into Grady Webb's parked car. The horse escaped unharmed, but the auto sustained extensive damage with the top pressed in. Nearby men assisted in removing the animal.
The Masons of the Second Congressional District met in Thomasville and adjourned after a highly successful session. They will reconvene for their next annual meeting at Silvester, electing officers: Hayes master, Knowles district deputy grand master, Hudson senior warden, Jerger junior warden, Brimberts secretary treasurer, Hall senior deacon, Roach junior deacon, Dioriso senior steward, Todd junior steward, and Rev. W. H. Higgins chaplain.
Lizzie Slay, a young Black woman, was shot and killed last night by white resident R D Garbett. Neighbors found Slay dead beside Garbett’s hatchet. Garbett claimed self defense after an urging attack with a weapon. A coroner’s inquest ruled justifiable homicide.
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