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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1906
Page
7
In Savannah Judge George T. Cann noted public criticism of frequent divorces but said he must apply the law. He praised a jury for imposing remarriage disabilities that deter impulsive divorces and encourage societal welfare by discouraging marriages to drunken, worthless men.
Griffin Georgia March 15 Special Yam McKenzie Blanton known as Uncle Billy died Monday night at his son William P Blanton’s home Rear Zetella in this county. He was buried yesterday at Mt Zion after attending camp meeting for over forty years. A Methodist lay preacher and Christian gentleman, he was 89 and came from Oglethorpe County about sixty five years ago. He leaves two sons William P Blanton Lovick P Blanton and two daughters Mrs W Maidox and Mrs James Ellis plus two other daughters living elsewhere.
A mob plot near Waynesboro involving Washington and another man planned to rob and burn a local store and murder overseers on the Cates Skinner place. A window robbery alarm woke LA Poole who fired a shotgun to drive them off. Washington was captured and identified several conspirators linked to prior robberies. more arrests expected tomorrow.
A Pine Park land sale highlights rising value trends with properties once owned by Ies Lige of Atlanta now sold to Charles F. Clark for about 5000. Airs Wiggs paid 3400 six years ago, noting more than tenfold growth. A decade ago locals bought a large tract in the northern area for around 10000, with Wagso holding a substantial remaining stake of about 60000 in the property.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a Gearright conference in Washington West Virginia with scattered phrases about congressional references, expected conclusions, and possible beverage mentions. The legible items include garbled terms like police, response, and protest references, but no clear events, dates, or outcomes emerge.
Hartwell Ga March 5 Special learned from Hartwell friends of Hon Emerson George of Madison Morgan county that he weighs entering the race for congress against incumbent William M Howard Captain James B Park a Greene county lawyer has already declared and several others are expected to enter before the primary. Colonel Howard long served in congress and as solicitor general and was part of the Taft party touring the Orient. The contest promises spirited opposition with many friends backing each candidate.
In Griffin Georgia the Goodin brothers verdict finds Arthur Goodin not guilty while W Newton and Landers convicted of manslaughter for Tara Eiles death at a Line Creek district Christmas dance. Newton gets twelve months. J W and Landers eight years. Attorneys seek new trial. bonds set at 5000 for Newton and 200 for the others.
Three U S postmasters face federal indictment. William H Peeples of Kingsland Camden county is accused of misappropriating 260 in money orders. Charles R Jackson, Darien, sept 1, charged with abstracting 497 in funds including 401 in postage. William B Maxwell Thebes Liberty county, charged with embezzling 480 in post office funds.
In Macon on March 15 the popular young attorney Augustin Daly agreed to run for the state legislature from Bib. He consulted friends over a day and evening and will enter the race. Daly formerly served as solicitor of the city court.
In Waycross Georgia on March 13 special report notes the Atlantic Coast Line starts construction on new shops. G B Myers of Norfolk will supervise and is hiring laborers. Preliminary work includes an office, stables, material houses, and housing shacks for workers. Excavation for shop buildings to begin next week.
George Gullen of Atlanta, a university student, was injured when a pane of glass fell from the Moore College building nearby. He was knocked unconscious briefly, but his skull was not fractured and doctors expect recovery in a few days.
Clarke County Farmers Club of Athens Ga held a Saturday after noon meeting with the Clarke County Cotton Growers Association to discuss several topics including cotton crop curtailment greater crop diversification fruit watch and current agricultural literature. W H Morjon CG M Snelling and A Rhodes led the discussions.
Reports from sections of Georgia and Alabama show cotton acreage will shrink this season. Bullochville, Blanton, Midland, and Chattahoochee areas indicate reductions up to 25 percent due to labor scarcity and other causes. A dozen or fewer laborers remain unaffiliated with contracts, hindering planting plans. Also: Columbus notices include King Hardware management changes and an insurance map project, alimony settlement, and a series of church organ recitals in Lent.
In Anniston Alabama on March 45 Gordon Stewart a prosperous farmer claims he killed his wife in a flying accident near McFall. Neighbors dispute the claim and the coroner will investigate tomorrow. Stewart has not been arrested.
In Elbert court at Hartwell Georgia on March 15 the state sued Colonel T Z Adams to disbar him from practicing law. After witnesses and arguments the court sustained all demurrers and swiftly ended the case, vindicating Adams and drawing praise from his friends.
Waycross Ga March 15 Special The Elks prepare to construct a new three story brick building on Mary and Te Beau streets. A stock company named Elks Company will capitalize at 10000 dollars. Plans are being drawn for a modern white sand brick structure. The lot is purchased and committees named. work to start within sixty days.
Annapolis March 3 The academy board of the Naval academy consented to the resignation of several midshipmen including Wilbur J Seclesten of Maryland Thomas J Cecil of Tennessee and Murphy J Foster of Louisiana.
A historic dinner gathering included President Dines with Nick Washington and notable attendees. Roosevelt attended as a guest alongside the representative and Mrs. Various speeches or remarks were noted with mention of the speaker, Miss Cannon, and Miss Mare Marie Mott among others in attendance.
Albany dispatch reports Judge Spence withdraws from congressional race, saying May 16 primary date gives insufficient time for canvass. Democratic Second District selects Judge Frank Park as chairman, with Spence supporters pushing May 15 timing.
Movement in Birmingham to erect an equestrian statue to General Joseph Wheeler. An association of Camp Hardee, United Confederate Veterans members, plans a $30,000 monument in Birmingham or another Alabama city. Subscriptions will start at $1, with larger donations welcomed from both the South and North.
George McDonald and A J Moye, acting for Cuthbert, Ga, traveled to Carrabelle to confer with the government rivers and harbors committee about an appropriation to deepen the harbor there. They expressed optimism about federal support for the essential project aiding a large and growing coastal region.
Ed Keller 23, model at Gibbes Machinery, was accidentally shot and killed in Columbia during a Gervis Street brawl. Jim Olney white, fired at J T Boatwright in the midst of a dispute. Keller died from a facial bullet. Olney had prior conviction for violating the dispensary law.
An ad describing constipation causes and risks argues that irregular habits and improper food start the condition. It warns against harsh drugs and promotes Natural Mineral Laxative Water HUSYADI JINO8 as a gentle safe remedy, claiming quick relief when used with warm water each morning.
In Shuannan on March 15, E J Johnson national bank examiner and expert accountant remained on the stand as cross examination continued into the evening. The testimony focused on alleged division of spells among Greene Gaynor and Carter, which he had detailed earlier.
Athens March 15 Special The University of Georgia alumni endowment fund shows substantial donations. Original subscriptions totaled about 349060 with some invalid or void, but total collections may reach about 43000. Treasurer Strahan has collected over 40000 and more pledges await commencement. The funds will support the M C A and gymnasium on campus. Munger leads Y M C A canvassing, aiming to finalize by June. revenus
Georgia line executives Doraison Denham Uzzelle arrive in Cuthbert Ga to discuss extensive terminal upgrades and the northern extension toward Columbus. They cite new passenger coaches and freight cars and say active work will start soon amid preparations.
Deputy Grand Commander Jonn J Seay of Rome was hosted at a royal reception during his official visit to Saint Omer Commandery Knights Templar in Macon on March 15. The banquet at the Hotel Vanier featured notable speakers and a large gathering of leading members and citizens, marking one of the most elaborate welcomes.
Chicago march 5 after april 1 beer will cost less than 10 cents in chicago at a liquor dealers meeting the increase was voted for unanimously and notice will be sent to all 7500 members in the city and county.
Columbus Georgia March 15 Special Homer R Dudley a prominent Seale Alabama mill man and candidate for the Alabama legislature from Russell county faced an attempted killing by three African Americans at the Bee county home of Kate Hodge and another woman. A weapon exchange ensued with Dudley firing and a negro shot striking his sleeve. The assailants retreated believing Dudley out of ammunition. two women were wounded in the face and Hodge in the knee while Dudley remained uninjured.
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