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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1921
Page
8
An American crew prepared to fly the giant British airship R 38 to the United States after a trial flight last night. The craft, purchased by the United States, reportedly took to the air as part of a testing program before its voyage to America.
A fragmentary report notes satisfactory progress in engine and air capacity testing. The last fortnight saw completion of trials in the construction shed, with officials confirming near full readiness and ongoing evaluation by engineers and observers.
Richmond Va June 26 Ian Turner Alexandria Negro convicted in the United States district court here of highway robbery and murdering TI Morgan Moore was hanged in the Henrico county Jail yard. More than 500 persons mostly nervous surrounded the jail before the hanging the first execution of the kind in Virginia in thirteen years. Turner would have faced electrocution had his conviction been in state court. Moore and his companion were shot after a scofflaw with the Negro.
New York June 1924 Albert D Lasker chairman of the United States Shipping Board pledged disposal or destruction of 911 wooden ships by October 1 and transfer of remaining private tonnage to private owners as business needs dictate He spoke before fourteen leading New York steamshipmen and said the board faces the greatest commercial wreck in history with losses around 16000000 monthly.
Higa June 24 The Russian authorities deny William H Johnston entry to Russia for the International Association of chinists meeting. The letter cites US attitudes toward Soviet delegates and notes a broader policy to bar Americans until the United States allows Russians to enter. It also questions whether Senator Joseph L France will be admitted, given his unofficial status.
A Berlin dispatch to The London Times reports from Riga that a state of war has broken out between Letvia and Russia. The trouble is said to have followed the execution of seventeen communists with the consent of the Lettish government.
In San Francisco on June 24 Superior Judge Thomas Ham weighed science and art against a paternity declaration to resolve custody of eleven year old Eugene Sorine. Dr Arthur Abrams testified a blood test indicated Sorine is the child of Julius Sorine, a claim denied by Mrs Delsecco whose counsel argued the test contradicts her knowledge. San Francisco sculptor Haig Patigan testified as a witness.
Historic Georgia governor's mansion on Peachtree Street is vacated as Governor Dorsey moves to Water Works Road and Governor-elect Hardwick rejects living there. The century old residence is dilapidated, with crumbling wells and decaying wood, its fate to be decided by the legislature.
The annual interdenominational evangelistic services and Bible study course at Beulah detehts will close to ten-day session Sunday night after one of the most successful series since the yearly gathering began eight years ago. Bible study classes meet daily at 9:30 and 3:30 with evangelistic services at 8 p.m. each evening preceded by a half hour song service conducted by Dr. Andrew Wraser and Dr. De Wi Kerr.
The Junior Chamber of Commerce staged a highly successful social with varied entertainment. William Shouser chaired the graduate committee and oversaw lively acts by Charley Wilkes R. S. Iroy and Agnew Wield. Refreshments included punch, sandwiches, and iced grape juice. Balloons, confetti, and prize stunts kept guests animated for hours.
Gladys Marie Deacon of Boston becomes the Duchess of Marlborough in a civil ceremony at the British consulate Paris June 24. Witnesses include Judge Walter Berry and J A Seawall. Sean Renault acted as witness for Miss Deacon. Attending were the Countess du Boisrouvray and Eugene Higgins among others. The first duchess was Consuela Vanderbilt who obtained a decree of six votes from the duke May 13 last.
Timothy C. Murphy and nine others were named in two federal indictments returned by the grand jury before Judge Landis. The charges include theft conspiracy and robbery connected to the Dearborn Station mailbox robbery with $350,000 loot. Edwin Gierunh’s confession led to Murphy’s arrest and loot discovery. Vincenzo Cosmano and others are named in the indictments, three not yet arrested.
Representative McMichael from Marion outlines a reform plan for Georgia highways urging reduced central control. He proposes 15 percent of motor vehicle taxes to the state highway commission with county sites built by counties, while 85 percent goes to rural counties for county road work. He argues to preserve the commission as adviser and shift power to counties, criticizing overhead costs and post road delays. President Herbert Clay and Cecil Neill receive broad congratulatory messages as opening week ends.
Atlantic City June 24 Det D D Murphty colored leader of the sect live and never die was shot dead this afternoon in a third floor room after holding off about twenty policemen with Fevolvera for hours Two policemen and a woman Elizabeth Cheppelle were wounded Murphty had dashed from a police court during a hearing on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses and opened fire before being killed by officers at a Disston avenue location
A woman identified as Mrs Frank is killed when a lightning bolt strikes the porch of her home in Jertys. Investigation by local authorities is underway to determine the exact cause and any contributing factors.
Officials of the International Rotary Club met the king, queen, Prince of Wales, and Princess Mary at Buckingham Palace in London. A broad government pardon was issued and visiting Rotarians were entertained with elaborate arrangements. Attending Rotarians included Dr. Cramford McCullough of Fort William Ontario, Ralph W. Gints of Lancaster PA, and top officers H. J. Turner Stark and Albert Adams of Atlanta.
Colonel James P. Shattuck, a popular and prominent North Georgia citizen, died yesterday in Lafayette from a stroke suffered three weeks earlier. For over 30 years he operated successful jaw-prastics in the region and was involved in various financial enterprises. He was a member of the Baptist church.
Washington June 24 conferees agreed on a naval bill carrying total appropriations of 417000000 for personnel and other needs. The compromise adds 21000000 to the house plan and reduces 7360000 from senate estimates. The measure goes back to the house for approval then to the senate.
Washington June 24.4 William Ainer Lohler president of George Washington University was nominated today by President Harding as American ambassador to Chile. He has served as envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary to Spain under Roosevelt and Taft.
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