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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
3
Toronto June 22 1919 street car strike turns violent as mobs smash windows hurl bricks and eggs at cars and motormen. Troops and extra police summoned. several injured including Motorman Johnson and Quifley as seven hundred fifty mounted troops and additional guards head to restore order.
Special from Washington reports Surgeon General Rixey has decided Captain Hobson may continue daytime lectures but must suspend night appearances. He cites potential eye damage from footlight glare to protect his patient’s sight.
Roanoke Virginia June 2 1922 An official statement for the Associated Press from general officers of the Norfolk and Western Railway says coal tonnage in the Pocahontas district yesterday was 300 cars down about fifty from the prior day but above earlier expectations There was a decline in Clinch Valley and Whacker field output on Saturday while union strikers may draw manpower from these areas A miners meeting at Gilliam West Virginia today drew 200 to 200 strikers who marched toward Elkhorn but by the end of the route numbers fell below 100 No violence has been reported so far and a subsequent gathering at Elkhorn occurred tonight
Lord Milner, already British high commissioner in South Africa, took the oath as governor of the Transvaal in Pretoria with a large crowd present. He was cheered and two cannon shots were fired from the fort in his honor.
Earthquake shock reported from Caano Al Sonio Calabria causes no damage. Rome confirms the event on June 2 with subterranean rumblings. In Washington on June 22 Morell Moran, longtime Western Union manager, dies at about age. An advertisement extols Allen's Foot Ease for tired feet and related conditions.
The appeal argues miners earned higher wages without price hikes, citing productivity gains from 1901 and government reports. It protests railroad freight rates, claiming triple charges reduce miners’ share while coal values rose. Accident figures show high fatalities and injuries in the mines.
Washington June 22 Senator Stephen B Elkins West Virginia declares his bid for the Republican nomination amid a revolt against the administration Cuban reciprocity bill. He defends opposition to Cuban aid while favoring a rebate plan or treaty approach to aid Cuba without harming American industries.
Hon W L Pepperman, Philippine civil service commissioner, reports the service now covers 6000 positions, with 18 per month to 87100 per year. He notes a shift from Spanish era schooling to practical, business oriented training. Night school enrollment reaches 1000 adults in Manila as typewriters and stenographers become common. The commission aims to replace Americans with Filipinos in roles, and welcomes Filipino women into government service.
London Mail reports on the young king Alfonso XIII and his nurse, noting a rare public gesture when he paused to greet a former nurse. Queen Christina’s support is highlighted, including the nurse’s cherished gold ring inscribed with the phrase My Tooth to My Nurse Alfonso XIII. London Times describes a Naples warning as Vesuvius steam rains burn crops across vineyards near Palma.
The speaker argues free trade within the United States has not harmed American industries and will not, claiming laws excluding Chinese labor in Cuba would shield the market. He asserts each expansion of U S influence raises wage levels, and Cuba would follow this pattern.
London June 22 report from The Daily Express Rome correspondent says the queen dowager has asked the pope to suggest an eligible bride for King Alfonso. It is reported the pontiff has recommended either an Austrian or Bavarian princess.
A promotional coupon invites readers to receive a free sample of Megams Magnesis palm beauty product. It promises instant skin improvements on the face neck arms and hands and urges sending name and address to Lyon Manufacturing Co 41 South Fifth St Atlanta Gan Constitution Brooklyn NY.
New Orleans police say they halted a Mafia revival by getting Italian suspects to talk, ending a long era of vendettas linked to Sicilian honor. The crackdown followed the murder of Police Chief Dave Hennessey and a later parish prison lynching of eleven Italian prisoners, prompting mass emigration and a lasting decline in organized crime influence.
President Loubet with Premier Combes and General Andree visited Lemans to preside over gymnastic club events where two thousand gymnasts competed. He awarded prizes and urged respect for religion, mutual tolerance, and unity, arguing the president should stand apart from party quarrels to defend France’s republic.
The article recounts a violent Mafia style vendetta between Lucianos and Genovas in New Orleans sparked by macaroni contracts. Fatal shootings, wounded, and a dramatic family clash culminate in Antonio Luciano killing Bartolo Ferraro, underscoring fears of revived Sicilian customs and the impact on the Italian community before the Italian consul.
We showcase new summer fabrics many exclusive options in wool crash flannel and homespun. Browse summer coats and pants in Norfolk plain coat with turn up trousers and related light weight suiting for the season.
The shop touts suits with all the kinks of fashion and reliability. Prices listed include 7.50 8.50 10.00 12.50 a Sur. Strong emphasis on durable, stylish menswear.
Antonio Luciano and relatives recount the assassination inside the Popular Clothiers store as seven armed men struck. Police say the confession could end Italian faction feuds. Lucianos plan to testify eases fears and may curb further violence. The family moves to Dumaline Street for protection.
The VMI marks its sixty-third year with a Stonewall Jackson Memorial hall service by Rev. Dr McFadden of Lynchburg. The next three days feature military exercises. A notably large graduating class will be addressed Wednesday by Governor Montague and Missouri Congressman DeArmond.
Manila reports ninety American deaths tied to the cholera outbreak as the disease first struck. Health authorities in Manila and the provinces impose strict regulations to curb the spread.
Jose Maria Morpies Manso, customs agent for the Mexican Central road, died of heart disease in Tampico today. He belonged to one of Mexico’s oldest and wealthiest families and was a respected member of the business community in Laredo, Texas, and beyond.
Whist players from across the country arrive in New York for the twelfth annual congress at Manhattan Beach. The Oriental hotel hosts the event where contestants compete for several trophies.
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