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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1912
Page
18
Mississippi leaders speak highly of Underwood, deeming him a constructive statesman in the North. They argue he must be nominated if Democrats hope to win, stressing unity and strategic alignment to secure victory.
Senator Hernando Money leads Mississippi politicians in pledging support for Oscar W. Underwood. Representative Pat Harrison and others foresee a solid Mississippi delegation for the Alabamian, with six of eight Mississippi representatives likely backing Underwood. Money credits his state’s backing as essential to Democratic success and notes strong sentiment for Underwood nationwide.
New York March 13 Miss Margaret Cameron known as the ward of Edwin Hawley and sometimes called Emma Sturgess has been deeded by Hawley heirs property valued around 1 million dollars and an annual life income of 26000 dollars a year. The settlement stems from a letter Hawley sent before his death requesting a generous provision for Miss Cameron. Trustees will manage the estate for ten years except the portion deeded to Miss Cameron comprising Hawley’s city and country homes.
Madison Wisconsin March 13 United States Senator Robert M La Follette drafts his campaign platform outlining support for initiative referendum recall direct nominations and government ownership of express companies. He opposes ship subsidies the Aldrich currency plan and Canadian reciprocity.
Women attending First Baptist Church services will have to wear small hats or cover their heads, while men may see the pulpit. The issue has caused complaints about hat sizes, with parishioners reportedly removing hats as the preacher directs.
Berlin dispatch reports coal fields in Westphalia erupting into a nationwide strike. About 240000 miners walk out, with police clashes in Herne and talk of martial law. British and American coal industries face prices rising as global disruption continues. U S anthracite miners threaten strikes while authorities brace for wider unrest.
The Southern Railway fast train No 30 the Birmingham Special derailed near Drayton Mill village two miles east of Spartansburg S C shortly after 10 PM no fatalities reported baggage master C S Mooney injured slightly others lightly hurt included G N Raff W R Hunt and G W Ackers all based in Atlanta Westminster and Flowery Branch Investigating cause points to a front truck splitting a gawitch near the siding leading into the infill village railroad damage reported including torn rails and ties A Congressmen Joseph T Johnson of this locality was aboard but unharmed a rumor claims an earlier warning letter warned of an accident en route to Charlotte.
March 13. The American secretary of state concluded his Salvador visit and the Knox party boarded the cruiser Mary land at Acajutla for San Jose, Guatemala tonight. Proceedings noted but details remain unclear.
An Atlanta native Alvin G Botham sought to join the army, writing to the President for help. After an initial weight issue and a medical reevaluation in Atlanta, he was accepted and ordered to Columbus Ohio for further medical testing before training as a recruit. His father received a postcard noting his enlistment and resolve to serve.
Ex tax collector R Floyd of DeKalb county faces indictment by the DeKalb grand jury on shortages totaling about 1228.12. Trial likely this term. Floyd served 1907 1908 and moved to Redan Ga. Audit firm uncovered the shortfall. records show 63267.83 collected and only 682039.71 paid to treasury. Grand jury names listed and Floyd remains silent.
An advertisement in The Boston Herald on February 25 by John H. Pray & Sons Co. proclaims My HAT IS IN THE RING announcing conviction and courage. The copy, occupying 914 inches across three columns, signals a bold public stance with firm resolve, urging readers to support a spirited campaign.
Washington reports a coalition of negro bishops and ministers claiming 400,000 voters support Roosevelt as the “friend of the negroes.” They urge voters to aid Roosevelt’s nomination and to defeat Taft, citing fears Taft’s southern policy and appointments. The move jeopardizes electoral votes in several states and marks a Roosevelt campaign staffing expansion with Oscar King Davie named to assist Senator Dixon.
A mob of 73 to 100 men stopped two constables escorting three Black prisoners from Olar toward Bamberg. They seized the officers and fatally struck Alfred Dublin, 25, and Richard Dublin, 30, at Odoms Bridge seven miles from the town. Continued on Page Two.
Washington March 13 Congress defeated a measure to permit Hydro Electric Company to lay a pipe line in Mono National Forest California. Opponents said the bill would weaken national domain laws and blamed a powerful water power lobby. Lawmakers Mann Lever James Lenroot Cooper reported being bombarded by influence efforts including a $40 telegram. Some urged lobbyist registration to curb influence in legislation.
Mrs Grace faces a crisis as doctors report Eugene H Grace’s spinal cord severed after a bullet injury. No operation will help and recovery seems unlikely, with death expected soon. Mrs Grace weeps in ward as a lawyer stays with her through the grim bulletin.
Weather notes predict fair conditions in Georgia with Thursday rain possible, Friday night showers and moderate rainfall. Winds shift to east with lower temperatures expected. Data fields show mean and normal temperatures, rainfall amounts, and monthly excess figures awaiting confirmation.
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