18 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1903
Page
1
The Beavers are accused of taking boodle in connection with a political or official matter. The article implies misuse of funds or gifts received, with the headline signaling bribery allegations against Beavers and related officials.
A bench warrant was issued by Judge Thomas in the U S circuit court Brooklyn for the arrest of George W Beavers former chief of the division of salaries and allowances in the post office department on an indictment charging him with accepting a bribe. Authorities link payments to the government purchase of Brandt Dent Cash Registering Machine Co and note Beavers had a large Nassau Trust Co account in Brooklyn with checks from ex Congressman Driggs. The warrant has not been served and Beavers reportedly may enter a plea through his attorneys Miller and Driggs were also connected to indictments in Watertown Wisconsin over automatic cashier transactions with the post office department.
Justice David J. Brewer of the United States Supreme Court backs federal courts’ equitable injunction power. He argues for a broader scope to prevent wrongs, stating government diplomacy is on its highest plane and that necessity and equity demand decisive action.
Rome dispatch reports Pope Leo XIII remains critically ill with pleural effusion after two weeks of bed rest. Doctors note low spirits yet moments of relief as he receives visitors, while Vatican preparations for a conclave continue and a large roasting spit is readied for cardinal deliberations.
A Lisbon dispatch to The Cologne Gazette reports that several officers of the Fifth Portuguese Infantry have been arrested on charges of conspiring against King Charles. They face court martial. Suspicions of a wider conspiracy involve officers cashiered earlier. Other regiments may be implicated.
Baltimore readers report a restaurant shipment of fine peaches with a note Packed by Anna Bowman Abel Ga who would be pleased to correspond with a handsome young man Am 19 years old A second space carried a romantic line When this you see rem mo e in Though miles apart some love one and some love two Abel is the focus of inquiries as young men study Georgia folklore
Crowded Detroit venues hear Dr H M Hamil of Nashville urge transforming Black savagery into grace, lamenting political use of Black people and stressing religion over mob law. Rev M W Waldrup chairs as Rev A B Leonard links Africa, racism, and the need for fair trials and rights for Black Americans.
Three armed African Americans attacked ex-delegate James L. Shelton near Richmond, pulling Pattie Mullen from him. Shelton was knocked down and treated for a cut. Mullen was restrained, later treated. Motorman Reeder fired at the attackers, who fled. Police and militia searched for the assailants as authorities discussed public sermons amid the incident.
Judge Kirkpatrick in Trenton appoints Thomas A Gillespie as receiver for the Southern Car and Foundry Company with plants in Gadsden Anniston Birmingham and other sites. Company owes about 230000 floating debts and 395000 notes to Standard Steel Car Company. assets include 500000 plant value and 100000 receivables. Ancillary receivers to be sought. business halted to prevent further attachments.
Kalizpel Montana July 17 A colored carpenter Hol Burrill says he has gone insane after reading reports of lynchings. He ran through the streets believing a mob pursued him. He was taken to the Ragan asylum in Atlanta. Also Indianapolis July 17 at Stove Mounters International Union convention J F Tierney of Detroit was elected president J Ragan of Atlanta served as delegate and announced next year’s meeting in St Louis.
In Winston County near Clear Creek Falls two suitors, James W. Cole and John Young, killed each other in a duel over Miss Maggie Williams. Cole died on the creek bank, Young wounded mortally and unconscious. Maggie, grieving, calls for both men in delirium.
Weather outlook includes showers for Georgia Fair region with cooler winds and varying temperatures. Reports note political activity in Georgia with Mrs Tajner trial near Gainesville and Fifth Regiment encampment preparations in Rome. International and national items cover court cases, treason rumors, and policy debates, all reflecting a busy national scene.
A severe storm swept through Streator and nearby towns causing extensive destruction. Reports indicate multiple fatalities and many injured, with property losses in the millions. Buildings, bridges, and facilities including Cane Electric Park and the Vulcan Western plant were destroyed or badly damaged.
London dated July 18 reports American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler died yesterday afternoon at his Chelsea residence aged 74. Authorities note a sudden death after a period of illness though his life and work are widely celebrated. Obituaries published today salute Whistler as a distinctive figure whose genius influenced European art and his mastery as an etcher remains acknowledged by scholars.
Alexander Smith of Nassau won the Western Golf Open after 72 holes in Milwaukee with a total of 308 strokes. David Brown of Wollaston and Law’s of Glenwood finished close behind at 310 and 312 respectively.
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