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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1912
Page
12
In Chicago on July 12 the trial of Mrs. Rena Morrow began over her husband's death. Prosecutor Northrup argued a suicide was unlikely and presented witnesses who saw no alarm in Mrs. Morrow after the gunshots. Neighbors and staff testified about the revolver near the body and scenes in the Hyde Park home.
State representatives from Georgia Alabama Texas Mississippi South Carolina North Carolina and Kentucky joined citizens in the Gentile Chamber to endorse a plan by George Dole Wadley of Macon for county level cotton holding associations. The goal is to market cotton gradually to avoid surpluses and boost farmer revenue. Wadley, president of the Southern States corporation, explained the scheme and governors’ representatives will promote local organizing after returning home. Wadley hosted a luncheon at the Capital City club Friday night.
In Memphis on July 18 a fuse blew in a streetcar causing panic. One Black woman died Maude Shepherd, and three white women were seriously injured along with five others, including two unidentified Black women. Conductor and motorman failed to quell the rush.
Wytheville July 12. After a long Friday session the jury in Claude Allen’s trial for participation in the courthouse tragedy failed to reach a verdict and adjourned until 9:30 tomorrow. Friel Allen, convicted of murder in the first degree, will be tried July 17 for the murder of Commonwealth's Attorney Foster. Judge Staples urged continuances, but lawyers did not agree.
Washington July 12 Special Marcie I Baker Jr of Savannah faces a fight for the postmaster position to succeed Henry Blun Jr nominated by President Taft. Protests are expected though Georgia lawmakers give little encouragement. Senator Hoke Smith says he has received no protests but many commendatory letters. Representative Ed wards favors a Democrat but has no objection to Baker. Baker has long served as assistant postmaster and is familiar with the office. his father has long been collector of Chatham County.
Chicago July 18 a ple-making firm challenged a proposed tax increase before the board of review. The company argued PIF demand fell as fruit ice cream and salads gain luncheon dessert status. Despite weak expansion, the firm voluntarily raises its tax schedule by 100 and asks the assessment stand. Madison Ga July 12 new teachers for Eighth District Agricultural Salve elected: B Acree principal J O Foster English history J T Peacock Jr mathematics and shop work Miss Irene Colclaugh domestic science.
A heat twisted rail near Glendyer C B caused the locomotive to plunge down an embankment killing engineer William Campbell. The passenger car stayed on track. In Courtland Mississippi, two Pullman coaches plus a diner and an observation car derailed on Illinois Central No 3 injuring R 5 Warren, W J Kelly, and a section hand.
Juarez July 12 Information from Tekel sources today is that federal troops drove the insurrectors yesterday from Sauz 306 miles north of Chihuahua on the Mexican Central, and headquar ters of General Orozco. The Tebela force at Sauz retired before the larger government cavalry. Skirmishes are expected as the federals move north. Less than 1 000 Tebela are scattered along the Mexican Central over 190 mules from Sauz to Juarez and today there are hardly 500 men in Juarez.
The Atlanta Real Estate Men's association marked two years with a banquet at Duranda cafe. New officers were elected: Charles P. Glover as president Harrie G. White as vice president George W. Wight as secretary J. W. Dobbins re-elected treasurer. Membership nears 200 and finances are strong. Reps M C. Kiser Glover and Wight shared insights from the Louisville national convention and discussed bringing future meetings here.
Chicago dealers report significant drops in vegetable and staple prices, with vegetables about 50 percent lower than a year ago due to abundant rainfall and bumper crops. Potatoes fell from 6.25 to 2.75 per barrel, and other staples followed. Fruit crops look strong. peaches arrive from the South in large supply at reasonable prices.
Washington July 12 the impeachment of Judge Robert W Archbald of the commerce court hinges on the senators and the accused. Republicans favor delaying formal action until cooler weather while Democrats push for earlier action. A five member senate committee will study the house resolution and a presiding officer will be named for the trial.
Milwaukee July 12 adherents of the proposition to amend the income tax plank of the democratic state platform won their fight at the convention today. Opponents sought repeal and substitution. The Baltimore platform is ratified, candidates indorsed, and confidence in W J Bryan affirmed. A J Lehmitz and J C Karel nominated for governor for the September primary ballot.
In Yekaterinburg, Russia, on July 12 the man who killed WH. H. Emerich, chief of the Kiyshtym Copper company, was arrested and has confessed. He had prior ties to the Kyshtym plant and a Cusseta, Georgia institute. Separately, farmers in Chattahoochee county held their institute in Cusseta with many attendees and college speakers.
Rains over the past month have damaged corn and cotton across Bremen and surrounding sections. Many fields are waterlogged, with drowned crops abandoned and heat impacting yields. Acreage losses are reported, with potato crops cited among affected areas.
An 18th century parody line portrays Belinda with a sparkling cross on her white breast and lively eyes. The verse praises her grace, smiles, and unfixed gaze, noting gentleness and lack of pride while hinting at hidden faults and shared faults.
In La Follette's Weekly, Senator La Follette praises Bryan for sacrificing his nomination to unite the Democratic Party and advance a progressive platform, while condemning Roosevelt for pursuing his own nomination through alleged deceptive conventions and fraud. The piece contrasts Roosevelt's self serving tactics with Bryan's civic ideals and calls into question Roosevelt's commitment to progressivism.
Washington July 12 reports Secretary Nagel ruled minor children of naturalized fathers are American upon abandoning their foreign homes, overturning prior policy. A 11 4 year old Russian girl, Rinke Polayes, held for possible deportation, was allowed entry as she is deemed an imbecile. Officials debated residence meaning. Anniston Alabama July 12 reports a lightning strike at Camp Pettus causing two deaths and multiple injuries among the National Guard. funerals set for Sunday.
Augusta Ga July 12 Special United States Marshal George F White came here armed with an order from Judge Emory Speer calling for the removal of temporary receivers appointed by Judge Ganahl for the Perking Manufacturing Company The order also carried with it the appointment of the marshaling temporary receiver The order states that Ganahl term expired July 1 and he had no authority to appoint a receiver Rumor says Judge Speer may appoint another referee for this division but no local names mentioned Local lawyers rushed to Macon to confer with Judge Speer about the cage The Perkins failure is about 250000 and there are many locals with interest in the case The removal of the receiver and appointment of another caused excitement in some circles here
Infaula Alabama July 13 special R G Morris 83 longtime prominent politician and businessman dies after six months bed confinement at his Georgetown Georgia home He helped found Morris Georgia and held offices including state representative county judge sheriff mayor and postmaster Survived by son R T Morris Valdosta daughters Mrs T L Gary Mrs R C McGinty Mrs H W Mann and sister Mrs A H Dozier Wife preceded in death by six months earlier.
In Newark on July 12 eight year old va Munn spent $40 in toyshops and distributed the purchases to her girl friends. She was arraigned in the juvenile court after being accused of stealing the money from a painter working at her home. Accompanied by police she redeemed gifts among friends and traded many for coach. The case will be before the juvenile court.
Washington July 12 Postmaster General Hitchcock after a cabinet meeting stops by the White House to chat with a newspaper man. A large honeybee sits on his hat as he jokes about the buzzing insect and laments the heat while flipping the brim.
Miss Marjorie Shaughnessy of Yonkers is a noted swimmer who has crossed the Hudson River from Yonkers to Alpine and back, with plans to swim across and return without a halt. Her sister Rae, and sisters Marion and Grace, are also skilled swimmers. She praises swimming as the best exercise for health and vigor.
Ten employees of the municipal and state health boards started the rat survey along the river front to curb bubonic plague. Dr. John H. White of the US Mering hospital service directs tests on captured rats, with results due by tonight or tomorrow. A mass meeting by the Orleans Parish Medical Society is planned next week to educate the public on health risks from rats.
Halifax N S July 12 A forest fire wiped out Point Tupper near Port Hawkesbury leaving ashes and destruction. Port Hawkesbury faced threat but was saved as winds died down. The Tater Colonial railway facilities including coal sheds and transfer piers were destroyed along with Embryana and Dudley hotels and several frame dwellings.
A New York clerk notes that fitting a truss properly demands professional understanding of the human form and extensive experience. It warns that improper fitting can worsen rupture and emphasizes that rupture is too serious to risk.
Jacobs Pharmacy touts 27 years of professional service offering trusses and medical supplies with a heat equipped department and extensive stock. The main store features private fitting rooms and separate men and women attendants, inviting consultations at no cost.
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