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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1906

Page

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Plot to assassinate Dr Parkhurst linked to raids on reformers

New York March 1 A report claims an alleged plot to murder Rev Dr Charles H Parkhurst was sparked by raids on reformers linked to the Society for the Prevention of Crime. District Attorney summoned witnesses, including John Doe proceedings, as details emerge about a police official offering money for the crime.

New York Charles H. Parkhurst Society For the Prevention of Crime Parkhurst Society Jerome John Doe John H Shells West Ore Hundredth Street John Phelan Richard Wilson L Rogers Wanle Omba Rogers Kelly Citizens’ Union Burkhurst Parkhurst Roge Wilson Tme Europe Whiten Detectes

Tragic loss of British King steamer near Sable Island

In a Atlantic storm the British King foundered about 150 miles south of Sable Island, carrying 27 crew to their deaths. Rescue ships Leyland Line Bostonian and Mannheim saved 13 and 11 respectively, crews including Captain James G. Hugan who perished aboard the Bostonian. several Belgians and a New York stowaway survived. The lifeboats were smashed, many rescued by lines as darkness fell and the ship sank unseen.

Boston Phenix Line Sable Island Leyland Line Bostonian Pound Manchester Mannheim Rotterdam New York James G. Hugan James Flanigan J D Crawford Adolphus Beck En- Singer Willam J. Curry Henry Parker Teo O Hazen

Valiant Fight Puts Out Fire

A heavy rainstorm accompanied a blaze at the Second Baptist Church steeple where lightning and Hash struck. Flames shot above and firefighters battled the fire as two thousand people gathered at the scene within minutes. Damage was estimated at 800 dollars.

Hash The Second Baptist Church

Bell Toll Sparks Big Fire Alarm at Second Baptist Church

A lightning strike set the Second Baptist church bell tower on Washington near Mitchell ablaze during a heavy storm. Firefighters battled flames for two hours as water, wires, and falling embers created peril above them. damage is expected around $800 while the interior remained undamaged. Governor Terrell and Pastor Dr White witnessed the strike and alerted headquarters.

Second Baptist Washington Street Hook and Ladder No 1 Company No Advlu Joyner Second Baptist Church Washington and Mitchell Streets State Capitol Chick” Lagoyarsina Wiliam Butler Parker James Lafitte Carlton Thor Terrell Capitol White Crew Street Ding Ava Dr. White Pike

Saving of Life Triggers Jubilee at Fulton Jail

Burrell Patterson, once slated for hanging for murder in Heard County, has his sentence commuted to life by the prison commission and the governor will formalize the verdict. A jubilee gathers at the Tower as women led by Mrs Avis Bosco celebrate Patterson’s salvation, with notable attendees and music marking the moment.

Burrell Patterson Heard County Fulton County Prison Commission Avis Bosco Ang Patterson

Woman Threats Morgan in Private Chambers at Tombs Court

Mrs Williams an Englishwoman, once wealthy, is committed to Bellevue Hospital for sanity examination after a March incident at Pierpont Morgan & Co offices. She had threatened J. P. Morgan and his son, and resisted detention, with Morgan staff noting possible mental instability and a possible feigned surname.

Ing Wable Tombs Poles Court B Williams Hostman House Bellevue Hospital Williama Pierpont Morgan & Co Lord Williams New York Marsh Hearst J. P Morgan Morgan & Co Mr Morgan Burris J P Morgan, Jr J P Morgan & Co Willams Morgan Brongson

Preferred Death to Penitentiary in Georgia Case

Ernest Vaughn, a 19 year old found guilty of burglary in Georgetown Georgia, died by suicide after attempting revival at Vaughan’s home. The incident followed his seven year sentence in the penitentiary. Sheriff and medical staff futilely tried to resuscitate him. A separate note mentions attend the Macon Convention in Columbus.

Georgetown Ga Ernest Vaughn Vaugue Ron

Large Crowd Will Hear Him In Eatonton Ga

Special from Eatonton Ga says friends of Hon Clark Kowell, a gubernatorial candidate, plan a large reception and address for white voters next Saturday the 7th. The event will feature a brass band and a social gathering at the inn, with weather promises to cooperate.

Eatonton Clark Kowell Focal

Howell Addresses Largest Cordele Political Gathering

Clarke Howell spoke in Cordele opera house to hundreds of Crisp county Democrats on governor race issues. The hall crowded beyond capacity with estimates from 600 to over 600 onlookers. banks and businesses closed as citizens gathered for the rally and a strong show of support followed his policy outline.

Fred Lewis Cordele Crisp County Clarke Howell Corderey Opera House Howell Cordele News Urrah Tar Howell Suwanee Hotel

Weather forecast across states with rain and cooling

The forecast covers Georgia South Carolina East Florida West Florida and Alabama with rain then clearing and colder conditions. Winds shift from east to west and northwest breezes appear later. Special storm warnings run Jacksonville to Norfolk while cold wave alerts extend through the middle Mississippi and lower Ohio valleys. Temperature and precipitation figures are listed from various stations.

Washington Georgia South Carolina Florida Calder Alabama Jacksonville Norrolk Mississippi Ohio

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