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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1900
Page
4
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Miss Snellgrove, 15 or 16, fought off a negro assailant near Marietta on March 1. John Belding Bailey, living a mile from the Snellgrove farm, was arrested after being identified by the victim. He claimed innocence and was jailed without resistance as deputies surrounded his home. The community heard little of the crime and arrest, keeping excitement low.
Columbus Ga March 15 Special preparations for the United States census in Georgia s fourth district proceed with supervisor J T Covington of Carrollton arranging details in Columbus He will appoint ninety nine enumerators and two special industrial enumerators Twenty two workers will serve in Muscogee county with nineteen in Columbus The work starts June 1 and runs fifteen days in county districts thirty days country wide Appointments to be announced by April 1 and will seek competent intelligent white men in adherence to party loyalty and qualifications
Wesley Freeman, charged with fatally shooting Jeff Bell on August 12, 1895, was given a life sentence after a lengthy three trial process. The jury deliberated about twenty four hours before reaching a verdict amid motions for a new trial.
In Baxley Georgia on March 15 the superior court swiftly found King Goosbey, sixteen, guilty of murdering Mr Mims and his wife and sentenced both Goosbeys to be hanged on April 6. The trial followed brutal beating and intent to burn the building to conceal identity. Judge Bennett delivered a stern charge as juries reached verdicts quickly. Court also fined Gabriel Mooly $2 and cost for selling whisky and sixteen-year-old Pete Padgett $3.4 for stabbing, closing the criminal docket as the term adjourned.
Tallapoosa Georgia March special report states G W Bullard of Buchanan died after falling from a second story window in a Tallapoosa hall. He spent the day there on business and was not seen again after retiring about 10 pm. The coroner’s inquest cites convulsions and internal hemorrhage as the cause. Bullard, longtime Buchanan merchant and former Haralson County sheriff, leaves a large circle of friends.
March 13 Augusta officials and rail executives held a conference with General Manager Scott and others from Georgia Southern Atlantic Coast Line Central of Georgia to discuss a proposed new union depot. Railroads declined to build on the city’s terms, insisting on an eighty foot street width and opposing Seaboard Air Line’s block, delaying the depot project.
Henry Byrd ex superintendent of Houston county routines, coming from Wellston to Macon, killed a black man who owed him money after dispute and stick attack. Byrd claimed self defense firing three times as the man advanced. Byrd sought counsel in Macon, surrendered later to local authorities, court set for April 2 with cases listed to March in Savannah.
The Birmingham Selma and New Orleans narrow gauge line twenty one miles from Selma was sold to F M Abbott of West Point Mississippi representing New York capitalists. The buyer plans extension toward Linden and the Timbigbee river amid market talk. Rumors name Mobile and Ohio or Seaboard Air Line. the purchaser remains unclear.
Macon prepares for Admiral Dewey with a lavish two day visit hosted by Roy Plant. A public armory reception and city tours are planned, with cadet drills from Barnesville and Milledgeville and a cross country riding club escort. The event includes a schoolchildren review, a city drive, and a dinner by Plant. The parade planned in Savannah was canceled in favor of Macon activities.
El Paso Tex March 5 Emigrant agent Mallory holds thirty four Russian emigrants in check across the Rio Grande. He has communicated with the department in Washington and awaits advices before final disposition of the matter.
A dispatch from Buenos Aires to The Times reports a revolution in Entre Rios Argentina. Insurgents have seized three major towns in the province as of March 16 in London.
Savannah March 15 Special The United States courtroom is crowded daily for the Tyson conspiracy trial. Eleven defendants, two uncaptured, sit with counsel as about a dozen witnesses testify. They allege receipt of goods from conspirators with no payment. A brewer supplied beer samples. several casks were ordered and unpaid. A telegraph supplies dealer testified shipping wire for Tyson’s long distance line, unpaid for.
Savannah, March 15 Special The Dewey committee seeks Secretary of War Root as guest for next Wednesday and Thursday events surrounding the Dewey celebration He is asked to attend via a cablegram from Mayor Myers and may travel from Charleston aboard the Sedgwick If he cannot come General Miles is unlikely to visit Savannah The city decorates early and displays portraits of Admiral Dewey amid gala preparations
In Columbus on March 15 four robbers were freed after illness in a mother’s family forced release. They had been jailed for twenty days for bringing stolen property into the city. Mrs Lizzie Edwards, mother of Curtis Edwards, faced surgery for appendicitis and appealed to the mayor who granted clemency after a stern lecture. The seized goods filled a room as the youths had carved on their buys. Mrs Edwards underwent a successful operation that night.
Franklin, a tramp machinist, was arrested after burglarizing Quitman machine shops on March 1. Tools valued at around a small hammer gone, he was held for trial. The case arose after police recovered most items and arrested him in Monticello. Pittsburg team arrives in Thomasville for spring training.
The mercury fell twenty degrees in Columbus today and by 10 tonight the thermometer stood at 39 degrees. Forecasters warn the temperature may reach freezing by morning and the fruit crop in this area could suffer damage.
Norfolk March 15 Oscar I Fleming the magistrate who shot and killed Clarence Snyder last November was convicted of murder in the second degree and sentenced to fourteen years in the penitentiary He may seek a new trial but the court is not expected to grant it The case moves to the circuit court and possibly the supreme court of appeals. Athens to establish electric plant at Tallassee shoals 100000 dollars to build a plant on the Oconee river producing 3000 horsepower to be rented to Athens manufacturers Work to begin next week.
Clarke county commissioners have instructed Solicitor Tribble to prosecute Sheriff Nelms over statements about Peg Leg Williams. The action seeks to uphold Clarke County authorities and reveal how Williams was reported versus his release status, with affidavits to be reviewed by Fulton County officials.
Washington reports Representative Raw of New York, head of the judiciary committee and a subcommittee on trusts, introduced a resolution proposing an amendment to the U S Constitution. The article would grant Congress power to regulate monopolies and corporate activity, with states acting where not conflicting with federal law.
The American Ice Company announced the purchase of the Knickerbocker Ice Company, $10,000,000 deal. Knickerbocker controlled the bulk of retail natural ice output in Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington.
Sealed bids will be received for the night city street sweepings for the balance of the year with delivery weekly. Bids must be in by 12 o clock noon March 16 1900. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids. T Lowry Chief Sanitary Department.
In Pennsylvania 31550, Clinton R shows a 20 percent rent rate at Valley Stock Farm. The event features trotter races with horses including McKanley pacer and Shi Orphan Girl. Principal figures include Robert Thomas of New York and MV Mallory of New Albany Indiana. Prize money listed at $140 and $500.
Public backed Prince of Verona as favorite but all favorites were beaten. FW Brode the Shorr Derby candidate won seven furlongs in heavy track rain, with Ben Chance placing second. Multiple races showcased large fields and late closers, including Prince Real and Scrivener in selling events. Kentucky futurity entries announced for two and three-year-olds.
Richmond Indiana March 15 Cambridge City sales show top offerings with Rand trotter 2 18% sold to A. Johnson and Enlala B trotter 2 19% to Thomas.
Philadelphia saw Terry McGovern defend his world featherweight title by stopping Eddy Linney in the second round of a planned six round fight. Linney was outclassed and knocked down in the final round as McGovern built a commanding lead with powerful blows.
Cambridge wins the athletic games against Calidre and the London Athletic Club by seven events to three. No notable records or standout performances were reported.
In Austin on March 15 the ninth district Republican convention split early, rendering two delegate sets to the Philadelphia national convention. White faction delegates William White and L A Whiting. R M Johnson and A J Campbell as alternates. Brush faction delegates J Hornberger and JF Harris. alternates C Compton and D N McCo. Both factions endorsed President McKinley and his administration.
Representative Bailey of Texas begins an extended canvass in support of his candidacy for the United States Senate to succeed Senator Chilton. He leaves for Texas today and will start campaigning March 4 in Cameron and remain in the state through the June primaries, focusing on state and national issues.
Washington march 15 the district of columbia appropriation bill carrying 4 ws i was passed by the soute today the measure faced five minute rule amendments and occupied nearly the whole day minor changes were adopted and the house adjourned later Hood s Sarrapaparilla claim noted as a claimed cure Concord New Hampshire march 15 the prohibition state convention nominated Josian M Fletcher of Nashua for govern or the platform denounces the national administration s army canteen policy
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