Fearful Hunt for Leo Frank Case Shadows Becomes Public Fray
Detective William J Burns weighs Atlanta prejudice in Leo Frank murder case. He asserts Jew-hate influenced conviction yet says level-headed readers reject such bias. He explains public demand for a murderer after Mary Phagan’s death shaped early trials and focus on Frank.
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Leo Frank
Atlanta
William J Burns
Phayan
2 Constitution
Jnst
Leo Mr Frank
Burns
Frank
Mary Phagan
Freak
Hettie
Teo Miank
Fashion designers promise styles for every taste
Two men boast about catering to varied fashion senses as they explain their design ethos. The ad emphasizes broad reach and custom appeal, claiming clothes for all tastes.
Burns vows to expose new evidence in Frank case
Detectives prepare for clashes over unseen materials as Burns pledges to uncover fresh leads in the Leo Frank murder inquiry. Chief Sanford hints at sharing prior court facts while remaining tight lipped on any new evidence ahead of forthcoming motions. The case draws national and international attention with Atlanta at the center of the debate over the verdict and trial conduct.
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Frank
Burns
Atlanta
Mary Phagan
N A Sanford
Wiliam J . Burns
the Constitution
Sanford
Leo Frank
Thad
M. Burns
Lanford
Brank
Tasim
Maus
Hugh Dorsey
Ansel Sanford
Tanford
Ag Reed
Vwanta
Sun Dav Qght
Frank J T Osbwin
Constitution Auditor Constitution
Tlanta
Leo
Wary Phagan
Irish Home Rule Sure Says John Redmond
John Redmond declares Irish Home Rule will become law soon in the form of the current bill. He defends concessions for peace, rejects force, and notes support messages from America as nationalist Ireland shows willingness to sacrifice for self government.
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John Redmond
London
Marenif
John Reamond
Ireland
Reamond
Redmond
Ir Redmond
Amertica
Fireproof Building Sought for Patent Office
Commissioner Ewing urged a new fireproof structure for the Patent Office in Washington as the current building is a fire trap. He warned a blaze could cost lives and ruin 47 million patent records, stressing the records are irreplaceable and the nation would face incalculable loss.
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Washington
Patent Office
Commissioner of Patents
Ewing
House Public Buildings Committee
Prayant
Department of the Interior
M. Mwing
Less Killing Done by the Railroads
A March 17 bulletin from the Interstate Commerce Commission reports a significant drop in train accident deaths and injuries for the quarter ended September 20, 1915, noting 211 killed and 4011 injured in train accidents versus 77 killed and 587 injured in 1912.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Collissons
Exsrenger
Merchants Seek Delay in Trust Legislation
The Merchants Association of Newport representing 3,600 businesses urged postponement of all anti trust measures until the next regular session. They deprecate hasty action before the country’s judgment has been fully consulted and aligns with President Wilson’s call for clear, universal statements.
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Ow York
Congress
Merchants’ Association of New Lport
Wilson
At The Theaters In Atlanta This Week
The Atlanta theater showcases Neil OBrien and his American Minstrels in a strong bill at Forsyth with seven acts, led by a top minstrels display. The Forsyth show opens with a clever dance routine, features songwriters, a punchy sketch, an accordion act, and a Brady comedy dramatic playlet Beauty Is Only Skin Deep. The Columbia hosts Two Old Sports with packed matinees and strong vaudeville acts including Beaumont Delmar and George Milton to close the week. Seats on sale now.
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He Adams
Atlanta
Neil Obrien
Pero
America
Neil O Brien
Forsythy
William
Columbia
Columbia Theater
Jan Inle Delmar
George Milton
Frank Beaumont
Densmora Ciftere
Pat Wonds
Ithe Dol
Britain seeks 257 million naval budget in Commons
London reports Winston Churchill presenting the naval estimates totaling 257,750,000 dollars for 1914 15 in the House of Commons He warns delays by any rival power will be matched by Britain He notes plans to complete eight battle squadrons and maintain Gibraltar forces amid new naval air corps and higher sailor pay.
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London
Winston Spencer Churchill
Admiralty
House of Commons
England
Churchill
Great Britain
Germany
Gibraltar
Coalition Opposed by New York Progressives
New York March 17 The New York state progressives oppose any coalition with the Republicans a letter signed by George W Perkins and released by the state committee declares there is no chance for the old leaders or principles to be acceptable again The letter urges activists to strike down any inclination to trade or deal with Republicans and to report such sentiments so they can be opposed and defeated.
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New York State
George W. Perkins
Progressive State Committee
Mikes
Hades
Militant suffragette Catherine Wilson jailed for assault intent
London police magistrate sentenced militant suffragette Catherine Wilson to weeks in custody after she was arrested in the House of Commons lobby wearing men’s clothing and concealing a dog whip seeking to strike Prime Minister Asquith and the secretary for war.
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London Watch
Catherine Wilson
House of Commons
Premer Asquith
Mukenna
Arrest of Beauchamp at Funeral Sparks Murder Charge
In Montreal a constable tackled Toseph Beauchamp amid mourners at the Church of St Vincent de Paul and arrested him for murder. Beauchamp, linked to the killing of a constable at St Laurent, was tracked across the province before entering the church where the capture occurred as the funeral proceeded. The dramatic arrest interrupted the service.
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Montreal
Toseph Beauchamp
Beauchamp
St Vincent de Paul
St-Laurent
Nolice
Japanese official linked graft case dies in prison
Yoshida, accused intermediary between a German electrical firm and Japanese naval officials, took his own life today in prison. He was recently arrested over alleged illicit commissions tied to admiralty contracts that favored the German company.
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Tokio
Yoshida
Inm
Detectives Burns praises Atlanta women on St Patrick's Day
Detective William J Burns on a visit to Atlanta says the women here are the most beautiful in the world. He also notes Atlanta as the New York of the South and remarks on the city’s progressive nature. The St Patrick’s ball featured green Irish souvenirs, dancers, and a festive crowd, with Burns joking about Irish policemen and gartered ankles amid the celebrations.
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William J Burns
Atlanta
Frank
Burns
Umiaar
Mason and Dixon Line
York
South
Detective Burns
Children Jobs for Unemployed Men Debate
Delegates at the tenth annual National Child Law conference discussed using unemployed men to fill than replace children in work. Miss Pauline Newman urged keeping children out of factories, while Lewis Einestar showcased the high costs of child labor. Archbishop Blenk, Wiley Swift, and others weighed enforcement, state roles, and employer resistance as talks addressed wages, permits, and future conference sites.
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Wew Ovieios
Pauline M Newman
New York
Shirtwater Makers Union
Ang
Miss Newman
Lewis W Einestar
National Child Fiber Committee
Agaim
Archbishop Blenk
New Orleans
Josephine J Exchenbtronne
National Child Labor Committee
Hlia Haas
Ohio
Washington
Chicago
San
New Brazilian President Elected in Constitutional Succession
Dispatches from Washington report the election of Wenceslau Braz Pereira Gomez, formerly vice president, as president of Brazil to succeed Preat del Fonseca who could not run again under the constitution. Urapano dos Santos, a federal senator from Maranhao, was chosen as vice president.
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Brazil
Washington
Wenceslau Braz Pereira Gomez
Preat del Fonseca
Ur Pano Dos Santos
Maranhao
Vce
Plot 10 Seize Arsenal Charged to Gen Kelley
Sacramentos Cal March 1 In a report to the war department in Washington Adjutant General Forbes of the California national guard confirms an alleged plan by Unemployed army led by General Kelley to seize the Rock Island Arsenal and arm 500 000 for a mass revolt. Lieutenant Grimes Sacramento details how leaders hoped to gather armies in Chicago and march on Washington, with railroads seized and a nationwide working class rebellion to topple civil and military authority. The scheme reportedly drew support from a Canadian contingent.
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Sacraments
Cal
War Department
Washington
Forbes
National Guard of California
Grimes
Deta
United States
Chicago
Rock Island
No Danger of Floods From Melting Snow
A weather bureau bulletin reports no flood danger from melting snow. Mild temperatures last week eliminated major rises and floods, with snow remaining only in higher elevations. The outlook favors fair weather and gradual thawing as temperatures rise in the near term.
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Weather Bureau
Shortages Hit Goldsboro Banks Record $7600 Missing
Goldsboro Savings and Trust and National Bank report shortages totaling 7600 in their ledgers. Officials state no arrests have been made and investigations proceed, with stockholders issuing the disclosure from Goldsboro on March 17.
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Goldsboro N
Goldsborg Savings and Trust Company
National Bank
Goldsboro
Papes Diapensin Promises Fast Stomach Relief
An advertisement touts Papes Diapensin as the top selling stomach regulator. It claims rapid relief from indigestion gas sour stomach and dyspepsia with a money back guarantee on a fifty cent case. The copy emphasizes safety and effectiveness for men and women seeking a quick stomach regulation.
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Montvelgus
Quaker remedies praised by prominent real estate owner
A well known local real estate figure credits Quaker Extract and Oil of Balm with curing years of rheumatic pain and other ailments after tried doctors and patent medicines failed. The advertisement touts prices and prepaid charges at Coargey Mann Drug Store 29 Marietta Street, claiming dramatic life improvements for kidney stomach and blood troubles.
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Henry Arch Schives
Kirkwood Avenue
Legher
Coargey & Mann Dru
Marietta Street
Childre
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