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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1909
Page
5
An extra low cut shoe not an Oxford but built on Oxford lines. It has a lipperish appearance yet remains highly businesslike for walking. Available in patent, gun metal, and tan. J. and M. make priced at $6.00, others less.
Resolutions in the Georgia legislature push to remove railroad commissioner S. G. McLendon after Governor Smith suspends him. Burwell introduces a removal resolution and a railroad oath amendment while the House debates impeachment remedies and special orders. House rules defer action for a day.
Rome Ga July 21. The county board of commissioners purchased four Newell Iron cars and a traction engine for 5400 dollars including freight. County Engineer Booz expects the machinery to greatly speed and reduce the cost of road work and to complete repairing the Summerville price within two to three weeks.
Blair Mabry a 16 year old from Rams Georgia sues the Southern Railway for 25000 damages claiming his foot was injured by the railroad’s alleged negligence. The suit is filed in his mother Mrs. B. L. Mabry Beam’s name as next friend.
Miss Clara Rush died here yesterday after a two month illness from pellagra. Several other pellagra cases reported in Kershaw county.
An aviation milestone at Fort Myer as Orville Wright flies with Lieutenant Lahm as passenger. The machine, a two-plane 136 foot wingspan craft, weighs about 1200 pounds and uses twin propellers with a 30 horsepower engine. The flight ends with a smooth landing and a cautious pilot noting rough early moments.
In a Boston home early today, Harry Pierce shot his wife during an excited moment when he believed burglars were present. Pierce was taken into custody for investigation, police say the shooting appears accidental.
An old advertisement fragment invites readers to obtain a free sample bottle from their druggist. It targets those who have not used a product and promises a sample for the family. It hints at remedies and medical claims while urging readers to send contact details to receive the offer.
Hubert Latham's second English Channel attempt ends in disaster as his monoplane fails near Dover. He is rescued by a French destroyer, injuries include a broken nose and facial cuts. Crowds watch from Dover's waterfront as repair crews and ships assist, with Latham planning further attempts after treatment.
In a courtroom session, Dr. Evans testifies that Thaw shows no current delusions or hallucinations, though previous notes had labeled him insane. The exchange touches on the validity of past evidence, Thaw’s behavior toward women, and the implications for his present mental state. Savannah report notes new cotton arrivals stemming from Albany.
Senator William J. Stone of Missouri was briefly arrested in Baltimore after an assault on Lawrence J. Brown a buffet car porter on a train from Philadelphia. Stone said Brown was insolent and he struck him with an open hand. he was released on his own recognizance for a hearing tomorrow afternoon.
Barcelona endures martial law after a general strike against Moroccan operations sparks deadly rioting. Streets fight, communications collapse, food shortages bite, prices soar, and both police and rioters suffer casualties. Inland towns report trouble as unrest spreads and crews flee Melilla skirmishes.
In April, jewelry valued around 1000 dollars disappeared from the home of William M. Skinner in Lakewood New Jersey. He offered a 250 dollar reward for its recovery. A hen scratching under the front porch tonight uncovered the buried jewelry, revealing the thief's likely hiding place.
The New Guano Company of Columbus Georgia filed a July 17 petition for chartering the Fletcher Guano Company. Incorporators include John T. Wietcher and associates. The firm plans two $50,000 fertilizer factories.
Misa Jennie Stapley aged 17 daughter of Mr and Mrs William Stanley died at the family residence on Jess Davis Street after a five day illness She was a devoted member of Tattnall Square Presbyterian church and leaves two sisters Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning conducted by Rev Newsome and interment will be at Riverside
Conference reporters state House and Senate will back the free hides and reductions from leather tariffs to secure Senate adoption. Conferees plan to meet again tomorrow to wrap up work and present the conference report once leather rule is adopted. Negotiations show agreements on several questions though voting is pending.
A testimony details Evelyn Thaw’s account of Thaw’s erratic acts with her, including lavish payments to women tied to his rooms and the role of Hartridge and Peabody in delivering funds. The witness recalls irrational outbursts, promises to be good, and fears of death amid Thaw’s behavior, with many named parties and thousands in payments claimed.
Hamburg July 27 President Rafael Reyes of Colombia announces resignation to leave office as the new congress opposes ratification of the tri party treaty with the United States and Panama. He cites broken health and lack of public support while planning to stay in Europe indefinitely and send a manifesto.
Thomas W. Clower operating as Clower Coal petitioned Uniteates court for bankruptcy listing liabilities of 461 and assets totaling 1 099.37. Mrs. White wife of Captain J D White returns from Simons Island after illness. Judge Broyles orders Jesse Perkins four children removed to the Friendless home. Ellen C Jumpurus sues W J Humphrius for divorce alleging abuse and separation since July 3. Burton Smith and Lawton Nailey represent the defendant Mrs. Humphrius. R C Darby buys property at the corner of Sigie and Highth streets for 23 000. Deputy Sheriff Hudson transports Jackson Whitmore from Gainesville to Kansas for forgery charges. Mrs. Clarence Morgan returns from Vicksburg with her daughter and Mrs Slaughter. The Boys High School technological department moves to Marietta Street with new machinery and forge, capacity over 150 students and six teachers. Aubrey Harper appointed postmaster at Wray Irwin county replacing W Thornton.
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