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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1905
Page
7
An old ad features a dubious claim about "Swamp Hoot" cures and free remedies offered by Eimer & Co at Biiehaupten NOY. It urges readers to write for eluté and promises real cures, mentioning prices like fifty cents and one dollar and listing an address in Bimgrampton.
A murder warrant was issued for J W Hoffman by Sheriff Roberts after a child born at his home disappeared the day before. Hoffman was arrested yesterday and remains in jail awaiting a preliminary examination set for Thursday before Recorder Crawford. No trace of the infant has been found, and investigators question whether the child is alive or dead. Hoffman refuses further statements, asserting he can produce the child within six hours but staying silent on the other details.
Early today a fire destroyed two grocery stores and three small houses on Marietta Street. W R Benton Jr and H C Hicks stores burned, with contents destroyed and several residences heavily damaged. Firefighters evacuated occupants as smoke cleared. Willis, 13, daughter of Mrs Willan De Willane, died of heart trouble at Forrest Avenue residence. funeral plans pending.
Rural free delivery faces steady demand with 4708 new petitions and 6470 carried over. About six hundred new routes are ordered monthly, and July 1 marks a larger start with August service. Southern states show high interest, including Alabama 282 sales, Georgia 242, North Carolina 386, Virginia 236, and South Carolina 514, with Mississippi 203, Arkansas 103, and Texas 308 petitions noted.
Justice Sheldon issues a temporary injunction restraining Harry Pulliam president of the National League from enforcing McGraw suspension and fine, until a hearing. The order also bars umpires from acting against McGraw as playing manager, for alleged misconduct at a gate in New York between Pittsburgh and New York. The court says Pulliam had no right to suspend McGraw without proof and voids his action.
In Angugta on June 6 a race riot at Turner SC left Burréh McLane dead, his son wounded, one man killed, and three others wounded. Sheriff Rafborne and Coroner Owens rushed to the scene as armed whites pursued several accused Black residents after a confrontation at a former farmer's house where McLane and his son sought a child believed stolen.
A morning of obituaries and death notices from multiple Georgia towns reports Dr P R Bolt's passing at 81 in Newnan, with survivors listed, and several other notices including Mrs Rebecca Wadley and Hart County tax official S Bowers among the deceased. Additional items note deaths in Sparta, Columbus, Griffin, Annette, Lanett, and Bolingbroke, with funeral times and family details.
Reports from St Petersburg state Emperor Nicholas is reshaping governance as Trepott is named dictator procurator of the Holy Synod. Resignations ripple through ministers, with rumored successors and a push toward repression following Japan's defeat and growing internal agitation.
A young Black man about 21 dressed in a red dress heavy wig cotton pad and veil was arrested at Columbus Union Station while boarding a train to Montgomery Alabama. He claimed the name Will Garter and said he slapped a man near Jefferson City three years ago. Police doubt the story and suspect a warrant for serious offenses elsewhere. He arrived from south Georgia the morning of the arrest.
About forty Confederate Veterans of Screven County Kamp gathered at Blue Springs for a day and night camp out. The reunion featured fishing and a wide array of casual activities, with attendees enjoying camaraderie and leisure after the event.
An advertisement claims neuralgia and other pains stem from nerve turmoil and that Dr Miles' Anti Pain Pills soothe major nerves, relieve headaches, toothaches, stomachaches, sciatica, rheumatism, dizziness, insomnia, nervousness, and car sickness. It cites a testimonial and notes price and availability from local druggists with a guarantee.
Russian cruisers at Manila face internment or disarmament as Allied and German officials debate the fate of the vessels. Admiral Enquist’s judgment is awaited on repairs or end-of-hostilities disposition while tensions rise over the harbor standoff.
A large audience attended the LaGrange Female College chapel as Dr John A Rice of Montgomery delivered the baccalaureate sermon. Alwyn M Smith sang an obligato solo and offered the anthem with notable sweetness as Joseph E Layton played the organ. The morning included a debate between Trentan and Mezzephanian societies and musical pieces. Tonight the annual concert and tomorrow the graduating exercises and baccalaureate address by Bishop Warren A Candler of Atlanta.
NSAT of promotions for the cadets announced after a company drill at the university. Three companies competed with Company L winning best drilled, Company A second, and Company B receiving the decision. Individual hostess medal went to Corporal WH List Williams. Promotions for 1906 included captains, first lieutenants, second lieutenants, sergeant majors, sergeants, and other staff in the cadet corps.
Carrollton public schools opened with a sermon by Dr W G Woodbridge. Primary department showcased as the graduating exercises were announced for Tuesday morning with diplomas to be presented. Dr W W Fitts chairs the board with an annual address by Hon W Cadam after the commencement. The program includes a play by the Web School department and the Carrollton schools are headed by Dr K Henderson.
News notes that the fleet departs Hampton Roads today for maneuvers and repairs. The squadron, including ships bound for Norfolk and Kentucky, heads toward the northern waters to undergo maintenance.
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