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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1914

Page

6

Two Suspects Seen Near Murder Spot

Columbus Georgia June 11 Sperial W T Shehan identifi ed Son Jenkins and Dave Warner as two men seen running from the scene of B Frank Allens murder Monday afternoon. Jenkins Warner Luther Babbitt and G J Brooks were arrested and held on murder charges. Brooks may have a weak case and could be dropped. Sheriff Beard Knight tightens jail security and vows strong weapon laws to prevent mob violence after the shooting.

Columbus Sperial W T Shehan Son Jenkins Dave Warner Frank Allens Jenkins Warner Luther Babbitt G J Brooks Brooks Shehan Springer Woods Snehan Jal Wall Allen Jessa Beard Knight Go Brooks Beard

Directors Appointed for City Playgrounds

City playgrounds gain new leadership after trials of applicants. Park board approved Carey and Bean to select from successful nominees, resulting in a slate including Gran Parle Annie Hull, Mary Whitley as assistant, Hill Tibucty director, Lucy Manning as assistant, Kathleen Colley, Beatrice Tyler, Francis Joyner Park director, Liddle Lee Terrell assistant, Nell Ferguson, Mabelle LaHatte asst, Sora Tuck director, Lucie Heppinstill assistant, Alex Loudie Holland director, Mary Barker assistant, Wien Reble Workman director, Laura Cooper assistant, Elizabeth Silvey director, Agnes Coleman assistant, Alice Cary director, Ben Arnold director, Wille Kelsey assistant.

Anpbeanta Dan Carey Joe Bean Carey Bean Gran Parle Annie W Hull Mary T Whitley Tine Hill Florence IC Florence IC Tibucty Lucy Manning Mimy Park Kathleen Colley Mia Beatrice ‘Tyler Joyner Park W Bt Francis Mine Liddle Lee Terrell Tagish Avenue Mius Nell Ferguson Mivs Mabelle LaHatte Aemitant Stair Park Tuck Airector Bier Lucle Heppinstill

Captain J. J. Smith Dies Ex Mayor of West Point

West Point Ga June 11 Captain J J Smith died at the Cherles hotel last night from a stroke. He was in his 75th year and had been mayor of West Point for several terms. He was prominent with the West Point guards and the Knights of Pythias. A veteran of the late war, he returned to reside here and was interred this afternoon in Pinewood cemetery with Knights of Pythias ceremonies.

West Point Ga J J Smith Cherles

The Insincerity of the Antiquite Craze

Critics argue the antique fad is driven by wealth and display rather than appreciation. The piece notes borrowing and stealing artifacts to adorn homes, ignoring origin and meaning, focused on mere respectability in society.

Funston Fears Attack on Outposts at Vera Cruz

Washington reports General Funston fears a possible federal advance on American outposts at Vera Cruz. Officials note a strong rebel force in Vera Cruz state and discuss mediation constraints on extending lines. The Navy and Marines bolster forces while Secretary Bryan says the El Sud cannot transship arms to Tampico if diverted to Havana.

Washington Funston Vera Cruz War Department Mexico Bryan Galveston Baltimore Sampico el Suds Havana Tampico

Mediation progress in Mexican transfer plan discussed

The mediators report progress toward transferring authority to a provisional Mexican government. Mexican and American delegates clash on the type of provisional president with names like Natana and Luis Cabrera discussed. US aims for a constitutionalist victory. mediation may shift to direct talks if stalemate continues.

Lamar Frederick W Lehmann Lamar General Natena Mexico Luis Cabrera Carranza United States Mexico City Zacatécas Vera Cruz Medialocs Suech Tramsfer Rafuel Gubaran Washington Rafael Zubaran Quiranca

Father's Day Observance Also Noted by Spokane Woman

Mrs John Beuce Dodd of Spokane Washington is credited with originating Father's Day and recommending a red rose for living fathers and a white rose for those who have passed away. June 21 is observed with church services and special recognitions by ministers across the community.

John Beuce Dodd Spokane Wash

Detectives Claim Lindale Man Has Half Dozen Wives

Rome Georgia June 11 Special Floyd county officers have gone to Greenville South Carolina to bring back FR Luther Hawkins a young Lindale citizen to answer to a charge of bigamy Hawkins is said to have married Miss Knzie Tucker on March 26 1812. A few days later he departed for an unknown destination Since that time private detectives have tracked him and found him in Greenville To the allegations Hawkins is a much married man with no fewer than six wives in Georgia Alabama and the Carolinas Before his marriage to the Lindale woman he is charged with marrying a girl in Alabama City Alabama and it is said that after leaving Lindale he married Miss Clara Brown at LaGrange His last marriage is alleged to have occurred about five weeks ago to Miss Georgia Ayers near Greenville

Rome Floyd County Greenville Luther Hawkins Hawkins Knzie Tucker Gnalth Georgia Alabama Carolina Lindale Alabama City Ala Clara Brown LaGrange Georgia Ayers Ant Greenville

Misconsin Couple Married by Mail May Take Up Homekeeping

From a Lennon opinion and The New York American sketch the mischief of fashion and humor about a Wisconsin couple married by mail. The piece ponders keeping up appearances as styles change and notes the rationality of modern domestic arrangements.

New York American

Washington Quiet as Mediation With Carranza Stalls

Washington officials declined to comment on Carranza’s nonresponse as South American mediators press to extend talks at Niagara Falls. Some see a closed door to constitutionalists though others expect a recess if terms are agreed with Huerta. Bryan conveyed no statement, while Carranza’s delay fuels assumptions of a continued mediation in some form.

Alabama Gov O Neal borrows million for state

Montgomery June 41 An announcement by Governor Emmett Neal states Alabama has borrowed 1 006 million or more at 4 38 percent, the lowest rate yet. The loan, negotiated through a Montgomery bank, covers state obligations and avoids a special legislative session. Also noted Savannah port will likely be unable to ship supplies quickly to Ver Graz amid Redfield telegram.

Montgomery Ala Emmett Neal Alabama Ernex New York Entramount Tavernor Neal Savannah Savannah Ga Secretary of Commerce William C Redflelt

Holder quits race for Congress in ninth district

John Holder of Jefferson announces he is withdrawing as a candidate against incumbent Thomas M. Rell in the ninth district. He says he promised if Wy A Chirters of Gamest would run, he would not seek the seat and will back Mr. Chirters. The move shifts votes and signals confidence that a challenger can be defeated.

Athens John Holder Jefferson Thomas M Rell Ghirters Holi Sass Chae Gotane Mylde Chit Sears Ian Fer Minselt Defurt

Dancing Instructor Trial Reveals Alibi and Alleged Theft

In a courtroom a dancing instructor Hoover testified about a jewel theft and a claim he had given an artist to his wife. Witnesses questioned included the couple Vin Meter and Mrs Ilggver regarding whisky and marriage details. A son testified about testing and attendance at the Hoover residence amid lingering accusations of criminal collusion.

Mike Ted Une New York Iso Fay Jac Youn Dauwing Hoover Wis Bern Ies Marina Milegeh Aime Mise San Meters van Meter Nan Meter

Liquor Prohibition Vote Impacts Territory Rules

A local measure restricts alcohol in the territory, barring beer and near beer. The vote results were unclear due to missing details, with February style references and constitutional questions about enforcement. The measure cites the state and federal statutes guiding liquor control and local governance.

Supreme Court of Georgia Judgments Admitted Powerbeths

A garbled historical record lists multiple names and judges from various Georgia superior courts with references to error actions, plaintiffs and defendants, and decisions involving insurance, trusts, and state entities. The fragmented text mentions Judge Werrill Wot Greer, Judge Keyings, and Judge Comer among others, with references to Fitz terms and a wealth of legal action notes.

Powerbeths Cnt Larly Sourt Judee Werrill Wot Greer Eltuc Powell Fooper Vontis Fimbrough DeVane Berrley Jude Themes Werircks Chrise Lumnins Sieter Einsau Keyings TN Brown Hines Inter Madden Ansal Ring & Spald- Ing Ecners Reed Cherstee Vy Davis Ao Tiegieluage Bell Barry Ieht Ring

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