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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1912
Page
18
Cincinnati Times-Star reports a semi official plan by promoters of new leagues to use major league parks when teams tour, as part of a deal with the United States and Columbian Leagues. Garry Herrmann would present proposals to the national commission.
Salt Lake City announces Jim Flynn and Jack Johnson will clash in a 26 round heavyweight title fight at or near Wendover Utah on July 24. The event is backed by Jack Curley interests. Nevada legislature adjourned without repealing the ban on championship boxing. Arena reportedly to be built near Wendover across the Nevada line.
John Gentle, former Wesley Memorial pitcher, signed by the Crackers for a tryout this spring. He will be carried through spring training with potential sale to another team if he shows promise.
On March 1 in Chicago Yuasiff Mahmout the Turk defeated Jess Pedersen the Danish champion in straight falls to emerge as a contender for the worlds wrestling championship.
Victoria B C March 1 Details of the collision between the steamers Mori Mara and Riche Maru with fifty seven lives lost were reported by the steamer Awa Maru arriving from the Orient. The Meri Maru collided with the Richa Maru in the Genkai Sea off Eboshi lighthouse Iki province February 10.
In Gainesville Florida on March 1, Harry Welch was held on a murder charge at the funeral of Dr. H Spencer. Welch, a New Haven native, has been lodging at the Mitchell home for several years. The case is the sixth arrest tied to the murder of Dr. Mitchell earlier that week. The coroner's jury remains in session awaiting further findings.
The discussion centers on extending a 1 percent excise tax to individuals and partnerships, mirroring corporate taxation. It argues the move would raise revenue while aligning with Supreme Court guidance, noting revenue shifts from sugar duties and proposed tax changes, and stressing the need to replace lost government income.
The story recounts the October massacre of eight people connected with Christian missions in China. Richard Beckman escaped with his baby daughter after witnessing his wife and others killed. a Swedish mission family and colleagues are reported among the victims. Bodies lay mutilated for days before burial by soldiers.
A long dispatch from Washington outlines Roosevelt’s strong media presence five days into the campaign, with Dixon’s attack on Taft and the Roosevelt committee promising vigorous efforts. It notes Taft supporters rallying to win the colored vote and the administration’s quiet war of material for publicity.
Well known author Eu fenia Dunlap Potts died in Lexington on March 1 after a fractured hip. She was active in the United Daughters of the Confederacy and wife of Surgeon Major Richard Potts of the Confederate Army. The output discusses tax proposals and their perceived impact on government revenue and the burden on wealth, arguing for or against excise and income taxes and outlining certain deductions and definitions within the proposed tax measures.
Clarence E Hebert named customs referee in Louisiana by President Taft as Pearl Wight resigns to back Roosevelt. Republican state committee to meet March 8 to decide presidential preference. Taft supporters oppose a primary preferring convention plan while Roosevelt backers push for a solid Louisiana delegation to Chicago. Black and tan faction backs the president.
George P. Stewart aged 45 of Fort Wayne Ind died tonight after nine years with ossified joints. all joints except the jaw were fused, requiring breaking joints to prepare the body for burial.
Special notices invite friends of F E Olson and family to a Sunday funeral at 2 PM from 117 East Twelfth Street with interment at Hollywood. Pallbearers and honorary escort lists are provided. Additional notices cover the funerals of Green Thompson and William A Osborn with church services, procession details, and listed attendees.
Friends and relatives of Mr and Mrs James A Bowers and Mr and Mrs J M Bowers are invited to attend the funeral from her residence 210 Rawson street today March 2 1912 at 1 84 PM. The remains will be taken to Newberry Sunday morning for interment.
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