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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1899
Page
3
Rumors swirl around the Macon circuit solicitor general contest to replace Hodges, with possible bids from Lane Cooper and Holtzelaw among Bibb Houston and Crawford counties. The shift to popular election under the new law raises candidate questions for Bibb and Houston counties as the city prepares mayoral and alderman races.
Homer K Nicholson, agent of the Georgia railroad in Athens and a leading local figure, died at 4 p.m. after a two week pneumonia illness. A cousin of Henry W Grady, he was 38, married in February 1887 to May Deartey of Savannah, and leaves five children. His funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon with interment in Oconee cemetery.
A Richwood Ga deputy reports a depot robbery in Unadilla. A Black suspect fled the Shoo Fly train, leaped from a car window, and a crowd of about twenty five pursued. Guns were drawn and shots fired as the pursued man allegedly took multiple hits while escaping.
A new packing house in Americus Georgia, operated by a western firm, is already profitable within days of opening. The plant handles 300 to 500 head monthly and ships dressed beef by rail to northern and western markets aided by a large ice factory. The venture expands Georgia’s cattle market and encourages higher quality beef production in the region.
A defined smallpox case was found about three miles from Boston Georgia. The patient, a Black man named Dan Stevens, had returned from Alabama and fell ill days later. Everett Daniela pronounced the case yesterday. The house was quarantined and many neighbors visited the sick man before diagnosis. Vaccination is being pushed as worry grows over possible spread.
Boston Georgia March 12 Special A white tramp eyed the Dr Everett Danlins store in Boston and goods worth 33 dollars were missing after a break in. Spectacle perfumery and soap were stolen and a theory of kleptomania offered as motive.
The third inter college debate between the University of Georgia and the University of North Carolina will be held Friday night in Athens. Georgia will advocate electing United States Senators by direct vote, while Carolina opposes. Judges include Prof Wirsmith, Hon Porter King, and Hon WT Miller.
The Savannah Port Society marked its 56th anniversary at Wesley Monumental Church in Savannah on March 12. A large crowd attended as the group noted its first year in the new building, paid about $3 in debt, re-elected Mr. B Adacis as president and renewed most officers. The society aids seamen visiting the port by offering homes, reading rooms, and lodging when sleeping aboard ships is barred. It reported a record year for progress, surpassing previous multi-year efforts.
A Negro couple from Marion County arrives in Columbus seeking their ten-year-old daughter who was reportedly taken to Arkansas by colored parties linked to emigration agents. The parents walked forty five miles to Columbus and urged arrests for kidnapping as the emigration movement persists. trains northbound from Americus pass groups of black travelers toward Arkansas.
Gwinnett county Superior Court in Lawrenceville has been in session for a week. The court, led by Judge Fudge Russell, is described as strict and efficiently disposing business. Late General C Brown is mentioned among the secure proceedings and prosecutors.
Danburg Georgia March 12 Special Constitution readers note the marriage of Mr Sale to his daughter in law Mrs Wooddin Moon Bale. The couple traveled to South Carolina where the ceremony was performed again to avoid Georgia law. Bale feared grand jury action and sought legal guidance to ensure the union would be valid under Carolina law. The plan was executed yesterday.
Quitman Ga March 12 Special Charley H Remington agent of the South trp Express Company at Quitman is seriously ill. Last summer his health failed and he was treated in a sanitarium in North Carolina. He seemed in health until Thursday when two severe hemorrhages from the lungs occurred. He was out yesterday and had another hemorrhage last night though not as severe. He attributes the trouble to lifting heavy packages from the express car Wednesday evening, causing a rupture. He is well liked and his family is busy answering questions about his condition.
Lieutenant G B Pritchard Jr of the U S Army opened an office in Savannah to recruit for all army branches. The location is seen as favorable since several regiments will be mustered out here and many Third Connecticut and Sixth Infantry veterans may join the regular army under the new law. A plan was discussed to grant twenty days furlough to enlistees from Savannah rather than sending them to Columbia first.
Savannah March 12 Special George Thomas was captured this afternoon by Detective Shen after a high speed chase in which pistol shots were fired. Thomas and another man allegedly stole gloves and trunk from Kiser Brothers in Brunswick two nights earlier, brought them to Savannah, and were pursued. Thomas was captured. the other man escaped. Goods valued at over 500 dollars were recovered and sent back to Brunswick. Thomas will be held awaiting arrival of an officer from Brunswick.
In Columbus Georgia on March 11 2 Special George Fryer and Joseph McCrery cotton men from Tall River Masa have been in the city discussing a new cotton mill. A conference was held last evening in a room at the Rankin House regarding the matter and rumors they may be involved.
Officers at the Savannah depot report orders indicating a steady US army decrease in Cuba. Supplies for Cuba are being moved to the Philippines. Depot Quartermaster Bellinger shipped 10,000 ponchos and cases of uniforms to Manila via San Francisco yesterday, marking another large shipment.
Lawrenceville Ga March 12 Special Tomorrow marks the founding of the Perry-Rainey college at Carl with exercises and enthusiasm. The third school department is represented by Carl Pate Berdie Etheridge and Florina Ferry, the collegiate department by Henrietta Adams and Minnie Tanner. Rev J J Bennett will deliver an oration.
Americus citizens in Americua Ga March 12 seek to establish a community cotton mill with capital stock of at least 50000 and potential for further plants. They invited a practical man to inspect the site and assess feasibility aiming for financial success and future growth.
The ceremony united Mr. D and Miss Ma ware at a Potent church with Rev CM. Hooter officiating. The couple received many praise and celebrants. They plan to reside in Abe after the wedding.
Florida politics in March 12 special session focuses on who will succeed Hon Samuel Pasco in the U S Senate. James P Taliaferro is described as the formidable opponent with Pasco’s camp facing internal shifts and potential dark horse candidates amid a Democratic-leaning legislature.
Waycross Georgia March 12 special burglars attempted entry at a store and a would be thief was chased by the owner who drew a pistol when cornered. Sheriff McClellan’s bloodhounds pursued the trail but lost it after a few hundred yards. Also noted is a school desk burglary, a $14 theft, and local river shad stocking reports. Moonshiners raided with deputies arresting several, who were released due to cold weather.
The Rev William Kelly, a South Carolina Methodist figure, reappeared in Sumter after disappearing from Charleston on December 28. He said his mind was blank and he arrived in New Orleans penniless and with no memory of how he reached there. His family faced financial strain, but officials found no serious crime. He is son-in-law of Rev J A Clifton, a leading church figure.
Charleston South Carolina grand jury session to review the death of Thomas Pinckney Jr. Police and coroner reports indicate unknown killers. Judge Krugh orders a thorough inquiry with reliable detectives and key witnesses expected tomorrow. The city stays focused as the grand jury prepares to hear detailed testimonies.
Fire swept through the Fort building on Jackson Boulevard leaving heavy smoke and water damage. Occupants of the affected structures reported extensive destruction beyond the burned firms at 24 36 and 207 211, with damage to interiors and utilities.
London stock exchange drifted dull last week amid China unease that prompted bulls to close positions. News of Russia withdrawing protest on Niu Chwang extension loans brought relief and prices began to recover. In the American market, focus stayed on cost lines with overall weakness. gains occurred in Union Pacific Southern Railway and Chesapeake and Ohio while money rates moved from 2 to 24 percent and three month bills traded at 24 to 25 16.
Sailors aboard the Cunard steamship Pavonta report a terrible ordeal at sea after a January gale. The ship, en route from Liverpool to Boston, was towed into St Michael's and later arrived in port under tow from Azores tugs. Engines were slowed for three days as mountainous seas battered the vessel and steam pipes broke despite boiler repairs.
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