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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1913

Page

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Tillman Denounces Proggers as Bacon Defeat Sparks Conspiracy Claim

Senator Tillman of South Carolina denounces the Progressive Senate bloc over Senator Bacon’s defeat and accuses Hoke Smith of insincerity in protesting Bacon’s loss. Smith warned Bacon, but Tillman says warnings were not relayed. Bacon remained unaware until caucus day. Continue on Page Two.

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Merchant Learns from Shoppers for Tomorrow's Ad

The newspaper notes that merchants learn by shopper contact what the public wants and that this evening preparations start for tomorrow's advertisement. The Constitution brings this information in the morning describing where it may be obtained and what is new.

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All Democrats Alike To Wilson

John Corrigan reports that President Wilson will not strike down nominations of party members who did not back him. The piece cites Georgia nominees Pratt Adame and Thoms Exon for district attorney and assistant district attorney, while Dave Barrow was favored by Bacon, with Barrow acceptable to the president. Names and factions reflect intra party shifts and opposition to Wilson within the Democratic ranks.

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Sheriff Mangum Stricken by Asthma Attack in Odd Hours

Sheriff C W Mangum suffered a sudden illness reported as an asthma attack with heart strain during the early hours Wednesday. Dr Joe Campbell said Mangum, 60, is improving and expected to resume duties in a few days, with many friends in Fulton County and the state relieved at his condition.

Riff Wheeler Mangan Laken Ul Joe Campbeil Wangum Ton Wes Serious Campb I Sheriff Mangum Kulton Conty

Tot Playing Doctor Fatal Fall Dose in Infant Brother

In Jefferson, a four year old playing doctor gave a fall dose of carbolic acid to Theron Carter aged two, son of Mr and Mrs TP Carter. The child died yesterday evening and was buried this afternoon. The incident is noted as one of the saddest in this part of the state.

Athens Theron Carter TP @ Carter Jefferson

County Officers Accused in Graft Probe and Indictment Move

William H Johnson former county policeman and state agricultural inspector will seek a grand jury indictment against Lieutenant Oliver and Officer Jackson. Johnson alleges drunken conduct by county officers and aimed murder attempts, presenting affidavits from women at Laat Point. He promises a probing inquiry into alleged rot in the county police, with the county commissioners set to review his evidence and call witnesses.

John Oliver Andy Gate City Oliver W Jackson Mra Bla Odom Carrie Davis Shutbsy Smith Chateman Johnson Wille Johnson Ca Uty

Georgia Federation of Womens Clubs Names Associate Editors

The Constitution to publish a Georgia Woman's Edition in June names Eugenia Johnston and a group of district presidents as associate editors. District leaders will direct club work. Mrs John Marshall Slaton is state editor and Mrs Harvie Jordan edits the club page. Business matters go to Mrs R Parker at The Constitution office.

Georgia Atlanta Georgia Federation of Womens Clubs Ireiss Eugenia Johnston Savannah Ga Hl H Merry Pelham Ga Durrett Cordele Trox Bankston West Point D B Gray W B Martin College Park Robert Daniel Griffin Claude Irby Kingston W E Shepherd Madison E Shippen Elisey A H Brennen Augusta C Brantley Valdosta Lous Brown Fort Valley Nicolas Peterson H H Tift Tifton J Lindsay Johnson Ome VM A Lipscomb Athens A O Granger Cartersville John Marshall Slaton Harvie Jordan R & Parker Constitution Office

Girls Go Wrong Not For Money But By Men Say Women

Letters to the state reform commission from women of the underworld challenge the idea that poverty causes female immorality. A signer argues men lure girls with temptations and luxury while workers recount coercion, manipulation, and the search for happiness amid risks. The piece notes civic awakening and a push for a living wage, holidays, and wage scales amid merchant caution on potential job loss.

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Ethel Roosevelt to Wed Dr Richard Derby on Friday

Ethel Roosevelt plans to marry Dr Richard Derby on a Friday in April at Oyster Bay with a reception at Sagamore. The marriage will be followed by a European honeymoon and a list of attendants includes Cornelia Landon, longtime friend of Miss Roosevelt.

Ethel Ca UN Roosevelt Richard Derby Ith Chili Homn Oyster Bay Mara Sagamore Miss Landon Derby Europe Miss Roosevelt White House Richard H Derby Lloyd Derby Roger Samuel A Tucker

No Privileges of Maternity for New York Teachers Denied

New York education head rejects Katherine C Ladgel l’s request for a leave of absence to bear a child despite strong support from the high schools committee and debate among educators clergy and workers. The board votes 28 to 9 against allowing the special case arguing motherhood conflicts with duties of a school mistress.

New York Pat Hdgelix Chell Erasmus Hall Bleh Brooklyn Edgella Womens and Childrens Welfare

Negro on Street Car Shot by Conductor

In Decatur a crowded street car witnessed Conductor James fire two bullets into a Black man as he reached toward his hip pocket seeking a transfer. The wounded man Milton Ward, 20, was taken to Grady hospital. charges lodged against Ward and the conductor, who was released on $200 bond. The car paused 30 minutes before proceeding to Edgewood and Pryor streets.

Decatur Co L James Lmme Grady Hospital Milton Ward Eudaita Street Paisea Court James Ward Pryor Edgewood Piatform Edgewood Avenue Pryor Street

Preacher Must Hang for Burning Children

Fort Smith Arkansas March 12 Marlon Capps a miner and minister was found guilty tonight of burning three of his five children to death and was sentenced to be hanged. The family tale centers on binding the children to an oil bed in their Bonanza village home and setting the building ablaze. Bertha 15 and Elsi a year younger testified that their father locked the door tied them to the bed and flames burned their ropes. The boy testified that after escape he was ordered to return and rescue the others while threatened with death. Capps denied arson saying an overturned lamp started the fire.

Fort Smith Ark Marlon Capps Capps Bonanza Fort Smith Bertha Capps Els

Bernhardt Hurt in Auto Accident in Los Angeles

Actress Sarah Bernhardt sustained painful but likely not serious injuries when her automobile collided with a truck near Los Angeles while returning from Venice after a theater performance. She was en route to a theater engagement when the crash occurred and received medical attention.

Los Angeles Cal Sarah Bernhardt Venice

Mayors clash over hose rebates in city probe

The investigation revealed no requisition ever made for fire hose purchases and questioned a claim by James J. Rafter of Fabric Hose Co that a ten percent rebate was offered. Mayor Woodward asserted a $1970 loss on rebates during Chief Cummings's tenure while Rafter denied discussing any bid-based rebate.

James J Rafter Fabric Hose Company James G Woodward Pidmont Rafter Major Woodward Fabric Hope Company Woodward Piedmont J H Harwell Graham West Comptrollers Office Atlanta Cummings Piedmont Hotel Cclty Comptroller's Office Arty Blount Candler

Weather Prophecy Forecasts Rain Likely Thursday

The forecast predicts rain in Georgia and nationwide on Thursday and likely Friday. Stronger chances appear for Georgia with moisture moving in from the south. Local readers should carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities accordingly.

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