21 Jun 1894
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1894
Page
1
A fragmentary notice mentions Lookout for 5 patrons and a View and Company team with Gay to, involving Whitehall and an ent Treasurer, in an unclear archival office entry. The readable text preserves names and roles but lacks coherent context.
A readable fragment shows pricing for towels and tables with numerous stray numbers and partial items. The text references dollar amounts like 18 and 1 25 and lists multiple items such as tables and sets, but the overall meaning is unclear.
A heated pre campaign speech in Yorkville features Senator Butler attacking Governor Tillman over dispensary funds and alleged corruption. Butler accuses Tillman of slander and defends U S senators, while Tillman challenges a primary and presses reform rhetoric as other candidates speak and the meeting adjourns.
Commodore Matthews, head of the bureau of yards and docks, returned to Washington from Port Royal to inspect the new dry dock. He recommended extending the completion deadline from end of June to September, with Secretary Herbert approving. The dock lags behind schedule due to last year’s tidal wave but should be ready when needed for the new battleship.
A mine fire at the Mary Lee Coal and Railway Company in Birmingham, Alabama, killed three white miners and left about fifteen more in dangerous condition. Fifty workers escaped from the bottom side, while another fifty on the top side were rescued through smoke and flames. Rescue efforts continued as the fire burned late into the day.
Chattanooga June 20 Special The sovereign grand lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows meets in Chattanooga September 17 to 28 Past Grand Master Henry Schwartz leads arrangements and fundraising A 200 prize pace and a large Patriarchs Militant turnout are expected Delegates from Illinois Missouri Ohio and other states plus Europe will attend endurance session lasting one week
A Knoxville dispatch reports strong Republican sentiment for Robert Todd Lincoln as the likely 1896 nominee, with McKinley and Harrison dismissed. Allison, Reed, and other figures are described as weak or unlikely, while General Longstreet and Ed Angier advocate Lincoln’s bid. The piece notes western support and party divisions shaping the race.
Birmingham Alabama June 20 Special The circuit courtroom was crowded for the Peyton G Bowman and John Bowman preliminary hearing Four witnesses testified Dump McDonald an eye witness said Thomas Jeffers father of the dead boy confronted Peyton Bowman and Eugene Jeffers drew pistols A scuffle ensued John Bowman grabbed the boy then Bowman shot Eugene Jeffers after moving around the old man McDonald said he did not supply the weapon or cartridges
Dr. Luckle described the wound while Charles Watson of the Morris hotel recounted the start of the tragedy. Witnesses testified to advocating mob justice and lynching Bowmans. Public opinion leans against the Bowmans as about forty witnesses are to be examined and the trial progresses rapidly.
A Marietta and North Georgia engine exploded at Hiawassee station eighty eight miles from Knoxville. One man’s head was blown off and several others fatally injured. The accident involved a mountain climber engine replacing the regular locomotive. The cause remains unknown amid grim casualties. The split Elks adjourn and select Savannah for next year’s grand lodge meet.
Carrabelle Florida June 20 ten days ago the drugstore and residence of Dr Christie were burned causing about 4000 in losses, nearly insured. Yesterday two men demanded 500 hush money, threatening to report the fire to the insurer. The doctor alerted authorities and three prominent town leaders are under arrest for robbery and arson and for blackmailing Christie to obtain his insurer payout.
A historic editorial wave calls for municipal reform as Tammany's grip is blamed for bad city management. Ex-senator Inglis recounts a declined editorship offer at Truth. Acker criticizes legislative acts, noting rapid transit and police salary changes amid corruption fears. Police justice benches and party politics are debated, urging a broad civic alliance beyond party lines. Domestic tragedies and suicide cases are noted amid a heatwave context.
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