30 Jun 1909
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1909
Page
1
M Lendon denies a strategic front change as Wright flies and Arcraft proves Elky outpace in a hoop duel. The event highlights competing tactics with notable performances from Wright and Elky, shaping the early season standings.
Orville Wright and mechanic attempt multiple flights at Fort Myer after power and wind issues. A torn wing tip and canvas repair precede a final successful rise to about twenty feet, staying aloft for roughly fifty seconds before landing. Wilbur criticizes testing delays while Bishop Wright and family observe.
Former railroad chairman ousted from leadership seeks remedy in the legislature. He argues improper removal violated corporate governance rules and calls for a formal review and potential reinstatement or compensation. The case pits executive accountability against board authority.
A fragmented report states Thomas, sought in Rome and Chattanooga, was captured by police yesterday. He is alleged to have stabbed a one legged man in Chattanooga, with authorities pursuing charges and details sparse.
Governor Smith accused of political motives in discharging McLendon from the railroad commission. House debated read of McLendon’s letter, proposed joint committee to review governor’s reasons, and adjourned with plans to act on the matter next day.
Chairman 8 G McLendon of the state railroad commission, under suspension by former Governor Hoke Smith, issued a prepared statement defending his actions. He denies abandoning Macon platform principles, argues he opposed special favors to Atlanta jobbers, and accuses Smith of political use of the commission. He cites reforms enacted into law and asserts no change in policy on railroad regulation. He contends his vote against reduced port rates did not abandon port-rate principles, noting benefits went to Atlanta firms. Continued on Page Five.
In London on June 23 militant suffragettes tried to force access to Premier Asquith. A deputation led by Mrs. Pankhurst clashed with police outside Parliament. 112 women were arrested including notable leaders. windows were smashed and crowds watched as police dispersed the scene.
In Prudent Building an incident left Williams fatally shot and Bain as the shooter. An eye witness who was struck in the hand reported the event as a dispute over a card claiming Williams had gone to Milledgeville. Williams, unmarried, was a well known local resident.
A Milford office card warns of a return to Milledgeville on Monday June 28 and directs any insurance matters to Mr. Lewis at No 309. Nearby a Prudential building display quotes a line about burdens and kindness, attributed to Tonald M. Fain.
A diagram identifies key details of the crime scene including the Rain desk, Beardsley desk, Gus Williams desk, where Williams’ body fell, and the closet door struck by a bullet. The diagram links Don Hain to the fatal shot and maps the surrounding furniture and impact points.
Don Balin shot and killed E G Williams at Prudential building. Beardsley wounded in the wrist. Balin claims self defense. Williams believed to have attacked. Beardsley eye witness says Williams advanced. No details on motive beyond disputed card change over who left city. Williams died, two others injured, investigation pending.
Columbus police officers YW. M. Tendergast and M. M. Moon were arrested on kidnapping charges after a white resident Sam Hudson alleged he was seized in Columbus and taken to Girard Alabama across the Chattoochee River. Hudson seeks Alabama charges. the officers were bound over to superior court.
Newark, June 29. Mrs Francis J Ridley of Atlanta filed a suit for 35000 damages against Mr Andrew Albright Jr after being accused in March of stealing jewels worth 5000 from Mrs Albright on a Pennsylvania Railroad train. The case against Mrs Ridley was recently dropped.
Walter Hornesby, 28, a painter, allegedly bit off a portion of Byler Smith’s right ear, a 15-year-old boy living on Center street. Hornesby was arrested and jailed in the tower on mayhem charges after a near 10 pm fight near Hemphill avenue and Tenth street, with several intoxicated men present. origin of involvement of the Jones lad unclear.
Macon Ga June 23 special L J Dinkler noted business figure will travel Thursday with Mrs Dinkler and their little son to New York and Canada for several weeks. They expect to spend the winter season in the British province and return home after travel.
In St. Michaels Maryland on June 24 a letter signed Edith describes intense attachment to a man named Eastman, with passages questioning existence and desire, found in the bungalow of a slain suspect. The missive, in Edith Woodill handwriting, hints at a long acquaintance and a crime tied to passion, jealousy, and doomed devotion.
Local forecasts call for showers Wednesday and Thursday across Georgia. Temperatures rise to moderate highs with variable conditions.
A public note outlines opposition to a proposed measure aimed at reforming corporate tax use. It frames the issue as a battle over how corporations should allocate tax resources and potential impacts on funding for public services.
In a crowded session Clay forced Aldrich to admit that the corporation tax scheme aimed to shield profits is a subterfuge. Before the debate on corporation tax a proposition to impose a duty on tea was overwhelmingly defeated.
Washington reports flood of telegrams opposing the corporation tax amendment as builders and loan interests flood senators. Many lawmakers fear the current sentiment may derail the tax plan, with some Republicans still backing it and a possible conference reversal to restore the inheritance tax.
In Washington on June 29 the Senate moved to the income and corporation tax issue linked to the tariff bill after disposing of tariff schedules. Lawmakers debated taxation of incomes for over four hours, with sporadic attention during the tariff provisions. The day featured a notable event during that segment.
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