Two men arrested in Albany on sensational child death claim
In Albany Georgia on June 22 special report states HEd Ward Rich a white man and Charley West a Negro were arrested after Rich offered rewards to recover the body of 12 year old Sidney Wallis drowned in Kinchafoonee creek. Rich allegedly retrieved the body with West guarding the site. Indignation runs high as townsfolk await jail.
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Albany
Hed Ward Rich
Charley West
Sidney Wallis
Wallis
Kinchafoonee Creek
Rich
Kinchafoonee Creel
Punt River
West
Dougherty County
Mad Woman to Insane Hospital After Child Slayings
Mrs Louis Westrop of Copiah county is slated for admission to the Mississippi insane hospital in Jackson tomorrow. Authorities approved the move as she remains maniacally deranged and violent, strapped to a bed to prevent self harm. Also reported: dynamiters attempted to wreck a circus train near Duluth Minnesota. Cotton prospects in Wilkes and corn in Washington, Georgia are reported favorable amid dry weather.
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Jackson
Misa
Louis Westrop
Copiah County
Mississippi Insane Hospital
Westrop
SPEER S JUDGEL HITS BARTLETT
The dispute centers on bankruptcy costs in Georgia with Speer defending local officials against Bartlett’s charges. Data shows Georgia southern district lower expense percentages than national averages, while officials claim economy and integrity in administration amid political attacks.
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Georgia
United States
Bartlett
Lst
John P. Ross
C. B. Willingham
U. S Fe
Macon Chooses Four Aldermen in City Election
In Macon Georgia the only election this year besides the October state race is for four aldermen. Incumbents Pearson Hollingsworth Mayer and Hill hold key committee roles and may seek reelection. Mayor Bridges Smith, now into his second term, reports substantial savings in city expenses this half year, aiming for about thirty thousand dollars saved compared with last year despite adding a new fire company.
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Macon
Maccon
Charles D. Pearson
L. W. Hollingsworth
Sam Mayer
David W. Hill
Pearson
Hellingsworth
Mayer
Hill
Smith
Bridges Smith
Court judge counters local charges in historic district
A presiding judge denounces a complete charge as utterly unsupported and vows it will be discredited by the people of the district. He notes decades of public service in the courts and the community’s steadfast backing of judicial administration.
Macon News Notes Highlights Local Events and Court News
Funeral services for Edna J Fitchett infant were held at home with burial in Rose Hill. Boilermakers plan a June 30 event at Ocmulgee Park with Second Regiment orchestra. Washington Lodge U W holds a reunion June 24 at Ocmulgee Park. medals to be awarded. Baptism and footwashing at Bethlehem church drew large crowds. Races between Macon and Atlanta horses set for Central City Park in July. St Johns day events planned at Warm Springs with special train from Macon and Birmingham railroad. A. F. Matthews faces murder trial, plans self defense plea. Mountain Lake Park conference notes presented at YMCA. Mission day at Vineville Baptist Church well attended. Miss Clifford Dougherty and Miss May Archer hosted by local admirers with a tallyho ride. party included many attendees and chaperons.
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J. A. Rickenbacker
R. R. Grier
J. A. Reid
George Toole
Tim C. Hickey
Bethlehem Church
Macon
Central City
Bible Superior Court
A. F. Matthews
A. T. Rickerson
Matthews
Young Men's Christian Association
McFadden
Conference of
Mountain Lake Park
Maryland
Vineville Baptist Church
Clifford Dougherty
May Archer
Atlanta
Dougherty
Archer
Clara LeQuinn
Annie Hall
Fannie Hall
Julia Hall
Mattie Kate Dougherty
Cliff Bateman
Milton Denton
O. N. Dana
Clarence Willams
Charlie Guttenberger
Dan Holt
Sam Jones
Lowe Wall
McNulty
Philadelphia
Ericson
Montgomery
W. A. Dougherty
J. H. Hall
W. E. Perry
Dispensary Fight Narrows in Wilkes County
A Wilkes County dispensary dispute moves toward compromise as anti and pro factions sharpen their lines after the June primary. Guerry’s anti position won favor, Terrell’s pro camp solidified, and leaders fear a prohibition vote could follow if the issue is defeated.
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Washington
Wilkes
Dupont Guerry
J. M. Terrell
Guerry
Esti
Senor Quesada Cuban Patriot and Envoy to Washington
Havana June 17. Senor Gonzalo Quesada the envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary to Washington has been at his post a week and traveled with his family. He rose from exile to lead Cuban interests in the United States, guiding the junta and Marti’s circle in raising funds arming ships and informing the world about Cuba’s struggle for liberty.
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S. L. Beckwith
Havana
Senor Gonzalo Quesada
Washington
Quesada
Marti
United States
Marth
Cuba
New York
Quesada J
Pinar del Rio
Ufe
Camara
Estrada Palma
Republic of Cuba
Madrid
Lfe
Hill
Cubra
Senate
House
Toy
Cubat Legation
Mendez Capote
Senor Zayas
Hving
Estevez
Capote
Sanguilly
Domingo Mendez Capote
Gultan
Island
Pelayo Garcia
Congress
Regundo Cabo Palace
Comandancia
Custom House
Gavin
el Mundo
Padre
Cuba’s Junta Leaders Marti and Quesada Credited
The Cuban junta united strong men of integrity and courage earning trust from Cubans and Americans. Marti, the soul of the movement, and Gonzalo Quesada, his right hand, guided plans to completion. Quesada later served as commissioner for Cuba at the Paris exposition of 1890, securing a notable exhibit and forty four first class medals despite war’s desolation.
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Junte
Junta
Marti
Estrada
Palma
Cuba
Revolutionary Party
Gonzalo Quesada
Quesada
Acosta
Reverend Henderson Called to Griffin Presbyterian Church
Griffin Ga June 22 Special Reverend L G Henderson of Americus has been called to Griffin Presbyterian church and is expected to accept. Unanimous action by the congregation at a morning service indicates broad support, with transfer to Atlanta presbytery if he accepts. The Griffin church has been pastorless since W G Woodbridge resigned months ago.
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Griffin, Ga
L. G. Henderson
Americus
Griffin Presbyterian Church
Henderson
Macon
Americas Church
Atlanta
Presbyterian Church
W. G
Woodbridge
Law closes church as court seizes Morris Street Baptist
Harletonon June 22 The Morris Street Baptist church doors were locked and a court seal placed on the entrance as a bitter feud between the congregation and Rev. J L Dart ended in court. A special master will hear testimony to end the wrangle while police kept order after clashes in services.
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Harleston
Morris Street Baptist Church
J. L. Dart
Dart
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White Horse Cellar
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