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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1915

Page

6

Bell Given Life and Death Sentences in Arkansas Mix-Up

Little Rock July 27 Sam Bell, convicted of killing four of his wife's relatives in Conwy county, was sentenced to life imprisonment in one case and to the electric chair in a later case. The life sentence bars the death sentence unless the governor pardons Bell. The attorney general says pardon acceptance is optional. Officials say Bell cannot be executed or sent to the state farm under the life sentence due to the conflicting sentences.

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Tragic Drowning on East Point Camp Sours Town

A Boy Scout outing at Shelnut Mall pond near Chamblee Ga ends in tragedy. Patrol leader Herman J Martin drowns while trying to save Tom Butler as Butler tires mid swim. Mrs Martin shoots at herself but is prevented. Butler and Martin bodies recovered by divers after long search. families and troop shaken as funeral plans are made in East Point.

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Becker on New Trial Plea in Becker Case

New York July 27 Charles Becker three time condemned for the Rosenthal murder awaits Supreme Court action. Justice John Ford studied briefs on a motion for a new trial. Chief counsel W Burke Cockran filed a supplemental brief raising points from District Attorney Perkins. Becker may be brought from Ossining to testify if allowed. The district attorney argues new evidence is hearsay and cumulative and cannot overturn prior verdicts.

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Leelanaw’s Sinking and Submarine Contact Details

Washington reports on the Leelanaw case with German submarine encounter and potential contraband surrender. Consul notes crew warnings, courtship of treaty terms, and possible arbitration over maritime dispute. Aberdeen crew recounts shots fired with warning before sinking in the North Sea.

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Council Forms Tenman Crematory Investigation Panel

A ten member special committee was appointed by the city council to probe the crematory after widespread odor complaints from the Terminal station and citizens. The committee will examine plant operations, waste handling, and odor impacts, with a report due next Monday afternoon.

General Council George Spence Evins, Spence & Moore New York Destructor Company Meyer Woodward Claude LL Ashley Woodwart Newman United States District Court Ashley Sanitary Committee Sanitary Department Thomson Lounell Nest Woodward Spence Coune Ito Nuyor Fou Shley Sun Jenszen Farr Special Master of the United States Abuiet Conatary Committee

Police Vitalitas Testimonies Across Southern Cities

A burst of endorsements from police officers in cities like Atlanta Nashville Louisville and New Orleans claim Vitalitas eases indigestion stomach trouble constipation and debility. Testimonials say the remedy improves digestion and general health with offerings from Jacobs Pharmacy and related notices.

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Merchant of Aberdeen Shot in Ambush Near Aberdeen

Fayetteville Georgia July 27 Special B J Perry a prominent Aberdeen merchant in western county is dying after being shot by an unknown assailant while squirrel hunting in Black Creek swamp a mile from Aberdeen He was struck by buckshot in face throat and chest and crawled 1200 yards home before fainting His wife reports he does not know who attacked him and believes the shooting was deliberate Perry helped curb illicit distilling in his area.

Fayetteville J Perry Aberdeen Black Creek Ferry Lum Grier In & Bubby Perry

Aid to Reservists Matter for Courts

Washington July 27 The state department contemplates no interference in cases before the justice department involving foreign subjects indicted for aiding their countrymen bound for military service. The Russian ambassador was told that proceedings must run their course before any action. A similar reply was given to the British ambassador as to British subjects in dicted. Diplomats may protest if convictions follow.

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Prince Albert tobacco assures lasting satisfaction and flavor

An old advertisement extols Prince Albert pipe and cigarette tobacco claiming real satisfaction without biting tongue or throat. It promises smooth, all day smoking with a wholesome aroma and emphasizes the patented process behind the brand, urging readers to buy 5 and 16 cent tins at local tobacco shops.

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