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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1899

Page

2

MUST BE HOBART

Thomasville Georgia March 23 President McKinley and Vice President Hobart spend the day in open air to strengthen health. They ride, drive, and dine at the country club. A drive and porch time punctuate a day of light business and socializing with Cortelyou, Chapin, Hanna, and others.

Thomasville McKinley Hobart Tle Cortelyou Charles Chapin Hanna Garrett Hobart Benator Hapne Miss Hanna Country Club Jekyl Iajgn Brepster Reed Jekyl Ulam Reed Donna Tallahasee Bloxhem Washington Hanns

CAPTURE OF CALOOCAN LETTERS TIED TO INSURGENT GOVERNMENT

Washington reports U S forces seized Caloocan in Luzon Philippines and confiscated mail addressed to the insurgent government. Among the letters found are several to Agulmaido and officials, including a fiscal officer at Ancena Luzon. Postal Agent Vaile sent some mail to Acting Postmaster General Heath for examination.

Washington Caloocan Philippines Luzon Uited Agulmaido Vaile Manila Heath Agpinside The Treamify Ancena

Pur Digestive Tablets Advertised as Best Indigestion Remedy

An old advertisement praises a digestive tablet claim ing to be the best and most effective for all indigestion forms. It touts pocket size convenience, long shelf stability, pleasant taste, and quick action after meals.

Guggenheim Denies Involvement In Smelter Trust

Philadelphian Samuel Guggenheim, retiring from an orient trip, denies reports that Guggenheim Sons firms will join the newly formed smelter trust. He says the trust’s proposed 12.2 million stock allotment would not finance the Guggenheims’ plants. He notes their mines and smelters in Pueblo, Perth Amboy, Monterey, and Agua Callantes, and says the firm declined an invitation to participate in the trust.

Denver Col Samuel Guggenheim Philadelphia Smelting and Refining Company Orient M. Guggenheim Sons Guggenheim Pueblo Cal Perth Amboy N. J Monterey Mexico Aguae Callantes Guggenheims Bla United Sates Amelter Trust Tle Kini

Admiral William McKinley Letter Praises Sampson in Promotion Talk

Washington March 23. President responds to Mia Tetteve regarding advancement for naval officers after Cuba campaign. McKinley commends Rear Admiral W T Sampson for leadership during Spanish American War, noting blockade of Cubs and destruction of the Spanish fleet. He says Sampson earned Senate consideration for promotion and expresses high appreciation for his services.

Ent Washington Maren Samsproppas Mia Tettve Rom Siti Ir Wart Indies Senate Wwilliam McHinley W. T. Sampson United Stated Navy United States Naval/Force

Edward Atkinson on spontaneous combustion in Windsor fire

Boston March 2 Edward Atkinson economist in an interview proposed that the Windsor hotel fire originated by spontaneous combustion gas buildup over time. He linked multiple earlier fires in the building to the same cellular design and urged aromatic sprinkler heads to flood ceilings and walls to protect life.

Edward Atkinson Boston Windsor Hotel New York Mr. Atkinson Atkinson Windsor Bush & Building Rom Walla

Quean Ashemely To Adjourn Informed By Island Reports

In a brief session, Quevada Receives trustworthy information from the Island. Warrington and Merch Advices from Cabs reached Senor Quesada. He states he will clear Uewey during the judgment, while awaiting the adjustment.

Quevada Warrington Merch Cabs Senor Quesada Uewey

Bryan Speaks in Birmingham on Politics and Beliefs

William J. Bryan visited Birmingham with crowds from nearby towns gathering at the Auditorium. He toured the district on a special train, drew a large reception at the Mortis hotel, and spoke for exactly three hours before an audience of more than 400, discussing current political issues and the Belmont New York banquet.

Birmingham Als William J. Bryan Artisena Perry Belmont Bryan New York

Gates May Be President Of Alabama Constitutional Convention

Montgomery March 3 Special Efforts are being made to induce Former Governor Oates to become a candidate for president of the constitutional convention. He may consent as delegates from his old senatorial district urge him to preside. Oates has the matter under consideration after learning of the call yesterday.

Montgomery Ala Oates T Oates

Destruction of Montezuma University by Fire in Bessemer

Defective flue caused a blaze at Montezuma University in Bessemer, destroying the building. Forty pupils escaped, the structure valued near 100000 with 1000 insurance. the former hotel site now tied to Bessemer Land and Improvement Company. A motorman named Willoughby was killed by a trolley pole while a car moved rapidly through Birmingham.

Montesumea University Birmingham Ala Montezuma Unniversity Bessemer Polow Bessemer Land -and.Improvement Company Cest Ale I. A. Willoughby Acme

Harteelle's Convention in Decatur Alabama Nominates Delegates

At the county convention in Decatur on March 28 Samuel Blackwell received all seventeen ballots for delegate to the constitutional convention. Judge J C Geyster won the fourteenth ballot. With forty three Draper allies and twenty six Shackelford supporters, lack of tendership altered outcomes as Draper votes shifted. Delegates chosen to represent the county in the state convention were Joe Crawford, J M Simpson, A A Oden, Andrew Patterson, L P Troup, A F Murray and C E Albes.

Harteelle Decatur Ala Hartaelle Samuel Blackwell J. C . Geyster Meitat D. Ws Draper Joseph Shackelford Shackelford Joe Crawford J. M. Simpson A. A.oden Andrew Patterson L. P. Troup A. F. Murray C. E .Albes

Deals Announce Mill Construction and Shop Expansion at Decatur

Two major deals close in Decatur Alabama on March 2. A cotton mill project secures land and a six month build and operation timetable. The Loula villa and Nashville railroad Cook Lowrie contract plans expand shops to about double capacity, creating at least 450 new jobs.

Decatur Ala Tammoth Loulavilla and Nashville Am’ Cook & Lowrie Montgomery Cook & Lowrie Nashvile Decatur’ Land Company

Late Edward Austin Will Grants Millions to Schools

Boston March 23 The will of Edward Austin was admitted to probate, bequeathing 11.1 million dollars to public schools and universities. Public bequests include 600 dollars for general teaching aid, 20,000 to Harvard Medical School, and 100,000 to a New England institute.

Boston Edward Austin Pablo “Dacities Massachusetts Institute of Thare Harvard bin Terea Harvard Medical School Rew Agian

Beauty in Greenville Court Case Trial for Life

The case of Mrs. Martha Hughes, accused of murdering her husband, opened in Greenville with witnesses testifying to frequent quarrels and a fatal shooting on November 18 1888. Prosecution sought delay but the judge denied. Witnesses described Hughes in a stylish black dress and the crowd gathered to see the dramatic proceedings.

Solletter Ansel J. A. Mooney Adaysworth Mettle Hughes Obada Ward“Kerebles Sind Venice John Dickson George W. Hudges Mattie Greers Hughes Leo Tod Hughes Uttle Leo Phoof Papa Tha Dock Fred Mir

Fragmented OCR Entry on Person and Event

An unreadable OCR fragment mentions a person named Fredoun and a death related note with unclear context and numbering. The readable portion is insufficient to identify a clear event, location, date, or organizations.

Trial progress in George Hughes case ends week with dying declaration threat

The defense relies on an accident theory as Leon, the sole eye witness, may testify while the dying declaration of George Hughes is to be introduced. Judge’s rulings have favored the defense and a large crowd witnesses a poignant street scene as the fall defendant nears jail.

George Hughes Leon Father Tim Hughes Jes Halt Caine Hfteen

Spanish Warship Baracoa Added to US Navy

The navy department reports the gunboat Baracoa, sunk near Guantanamo, has been towed into Santiago and added to the American navy. It is a useful patrol vessel larger than Sandoval and Alvarado, mounting a 26 to 27 caliber Hontoria gun and two machine guns. The Cristobal Colon salvage project continues, with Swedish engineers preparing cost estimates and expressing confidence in success.

Washington Navy Department Sentiago Guantanamo Santiago Sandoval Alvarado Washington Navy Yard Cristobal Colon Sweden

Extra Pay for Volunteers In Civil War Service

Comptroller of the Treasury in Washington on March 23 clarifies that he cannot express an official opinion on extra pay for volunteers in wartime service. Claimants are advised to present their cases to the auditors of the War or Navy departments depending on their branch of enlistment.

Comptroller of the Treasury Washington Spein Navy

Barred Dividends Paid to Breadman’s Savings Depositors

Comptroller Dawes reports the 1398 act revived barred dividends at Breadman’s Savings and Trust. About 127 claims paid, ranging from 2% to $73, totaling around $1,700. average payment near $18, likely lower as small claims arrive.

Prédambia Savings and Trust Gettfigy Honey Washington Mafep’ i Pading Dawes Haas Udit Breadman's Savings and Trust Company

American School Furniture Company Organized With Big Capital

Wabash Indiana reports the formation of the American School Furniture Company with capital stock of 9.5 million dollars. The organization absorbed twelve large manufacturing plants across the nation. Samuel Lawrence is named president and James Summerfield secretary, both New Yorkers. The corporation is organized under New Jersey law.

American School Furniture Company Wabash, Ind Capital Artioleg of Association Samuel Lawrence Oa James Summerfield New Jersey

Cast Iron Pipe Trust Finalized in New York

Chattanooga Tenn March 2 Special Information reached this city that the big cast iron pipe trust has been consummated in New York with final details settled today. Local company stock, among the largest in the combination, was formally transferred to the new company by Morgan Llewellyn who remains in New York watching the interests of local stockholders. The transfer does not affect the plant beyond new management. The plant buildings have been expanded with improved machinery and moved to larger facilities.

Big Cast Iron Pipe Trust Chattanooga Tenn New York Morgan Llewellyn

Lips Come In The Penitentiary: Lipscomb Convicted Doctor

The oldest inmate to enter the state penitentiary begins a life sentence for murder. Dr W H Lipscomb of Hempstead county, nearly seventy five, was convicted of poisoning Charles Stewart whose wife held an insurance policy in Lipscomb’s favor. The case drew wide notice and links to the Holmes murder case.

Kemper County Jackson Holmes Maya

Treaty of Berlin in Great Danger

American representatives actions sustain by the admiral amid Berlin anxiety over the Apia incident. German, British, and American officials weigh consular authority and naval powers under the Berlin treaty as tensions threaten a possible renewal of the Paris accord clash.

Berlin Washington Sarch Ith Lnstant Rose Germany Kaul Kautsbaa Samos Amatasi Ianuary Department of Slatte Kautz Apia United States Luther Osborn Bhmaell Sturdy Apla Mase Apts Willy Donaul Gathek Emoa Baris

Local Rome firm forms for new river boat project

A Rome based company organized to construct a new sixty five by eleven foot boat. Work starts in days. Vessel to be a handsome river craft with a twelve horse power engine created locally. A stock company with paid capital, aims to run expeditions and hunting parties along the Coosa or Costanaula rivers.

Rome, Sr To & A Alxteem Sta Costanaula

Fire destroys barn near Ze Tallah in Griffin area

A barn belonging to W. B. Crowder, near Ze Tallah, Griffin, burned on the night of March 1. Three fine horses were lost, plus a two-horse wagon, a buggy, a mule, 20 bushels of corn, fodder and hay. Cause unknown but suspected arson.

Griffin Ga W. B. Crowder Zetalla

Wort Ge and ety Fen gin een tere tt

A brief, unclear OCR fragment appears to reference names or terms in Dutch or Dutch-like text. No clear event, person, or place is identifiable to summarize into a factual newspaper item.

Digby Bell Fails in Bankruptcy Petition Over Losses

Chicago March 1 Digby Bell filed a bankruptcy petition seeking relief from liabilities totaling 27080 with no assets. He cites an unsuccessful season that led to See Hursts production being dropped and the company disbanded. Berlin March 4 Professor Robert Koch will join a tropical expedition to study malaria and the reichstag approves 6000 marks for the project.

Chicago Digby Bell Ixteg Plas Hurst Tun Koch Goss Berlin Robert Hoch German Cholera Commission Egypt India Tropics Reichstag

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