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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1912
Page
1
Eugene H Grace, nearing death, returned home to Newnan Ga, to discuss the shooting. He described waking with chest pain and asking his wife to call a doctor, a response that led to questions about his wife’s guilt amid sensational coverage surrounding the case.
William Cape 102, veteran of the Seminole Indian and Civil wars, died at 6:30 am at the home of his niece on Boulevard and Rock Springs road. He raised 23 children, had many grandchildren, and endured a hip fracture from a Decatur street fall six weeks earlier. Born in 1810, he joined wars across Atlanta area, including Civil War battles around Chattanooga. Funeral planned Monday at Rock Spring Church after removal to Poole’s chapel.
Mrs Sam P Jones sends a telegram praising Dr Ten G Broughton. She notes Atlanta Georgia and the United States lose a strong force for good while England gains and prays for health to continue his great work. She signs as Mrs Sam P Jones of Carterville Ga dated March 23 1912.
Dr Len G Broughton spoke to about three thousand at the Baptist Tabernacle, receiving overwhelming applause as he announced his departure. He praised his supporters as a force of love and affirmed he is following God’s will, expressing deep affection for Atlanta and America while preparing for his voyage.
In the city race several candidates have announced for mayor and council though no active campaigns are public. They are quietly preparing, with ward and city officials in the background. John E B Mc is listed among hopefuls as the field develops.
The Morris family fund increased through numerous gifts to aid Israeli mothers in need. Contributions support relief work and essential support for impoverished families amid ongoing hardship.
The Morris fund page notes ongoing appeals to aid the widow and fatherless children after Agron Morris was killed. Contributions have surpassed 800 dollars with Sunday and Saturday activity. ex Governor John M Slaton pledged ten dollars and Mrs Springer mobilized funds from friends and churches Ahavath Achim and Shairith Israel to support the charitable effort. Police support is pledged with a full donor list to be published later.
Oscar W. Underwood will travel to Annapolis with a large group of congressional friends to meet Maryland legislators and attend a dinner in his honor at Carval hotel. He declines to speak, citing a campaign-speech ban and preference to stay on the job. Special trains depart Washington at 3 PM, with return planned late tonight or tomorrow.
A call to readers to clip coupons from each issue to support a candidate in pursuit of one of thirteen automobiles awarded by The Constitution. Voters are urged to nominate via the daily blank and forward to the Campaign Department for receipts and guidance.
A massive blast in San Antonio Texas killed twenty six laborers and injured forty. Investigators ruled out dynamite and cited a locomotive boiler explosion as the cause. A $5000 reward was posted by labor unions linked to the Southern Pacific for the responsible party. Union leaders vow prosecution if evidence supports it. The oil burning passenger engine involved shows a driver blown from the axle.
Macon Ga March 24 Leo Meyer vaudeville actor shot and fatally wounded Mary Moore the proprietor of a disorderly house in the tenderloin. Meyer said his sister complained about a bill and the Moore woman allegedly insulted her. Meyer and his brother went to the house closed with the woman then he shot her and surrendered to police. Doctors at City hospital say she cannot recover.
Claude Allen Swan, 22, son of Floyd Allen, eludes pursuers as the hunt for the Hillaville courthouse murder gang tightens on the south side of the Blue Ridge. Sidna Allen and cousins Weas ley Edwards and Field Allen are pursued. Edwards is arrested in Roanoke with militia support while others remain at large.
Dean Walter T. Sumner announced a new policy at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul to take effect after Easter. Beginning then, couples must show a physician's health certificate confirming they are normal physically and mentally and free of incurable or communicable diseases before marriage in the cathedral.
New York police report 12 year old Julius Maitland says he did not know the rifle was loaded when it fired during a vacant lot battle with Henry Lockhardt, 9, and companions. Maitland arrested on juvenile delinquency charge. coroners jury to hear evidence.
Columbus Ohio March 24 prior to his departure for Nebraska tonight ER H Moore chairman of the Ohio Harmon campaign committee gave out an open letter to William Jennings Bryan in which he calls upon the latter for proof of insinuations that Governor Harmon is the candidate of Wall street interests and asks Bryan to explain the fact that Woodrow Wilson whom you are supporting is wallowing in a campaign fund the size of which has not been seen since the days of Senator Hanna Moore expects to spend several days this week in Nebraska in the interest of Governor Harmon another political development today was the announcement that the so called progressive democrat faction led by former Congressman John J Lentz will hold a conference with leaders tomorrow at which it is proposed to take steps to center upon the candidacy of someone other than Governor Harmon
Dexter Mo March 24 Dr A P Hill brother of the late Senator David A Hill of New York died here today at the age of 75 years He joined the Confederate army as an assistant surgeon in 1861 and served throughout the war
Oyster BayMarch 24 Colonel Roosevelt returns after a Maine trip and plans early morning talks in New York with politicians. He is to deliver five campaign speeches in Manhattan and the Bronx this evening. Roosevelt spoke in Boston with Massachusetts leaders and was joined by Medill McCormick. Judge Ben Lindsey traveled with him from New London, Conn. Roosevelt did not decide yet on extra events in Nebraska or other non-scheduled states. McCormick announced a Maine delegation movement favoring Roosevelt with much support from instructed delegates.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that railroads must adjust intrastate rates to be consistent with interstate traffic under similar conditions, extending federal authority over state rate controls. The 4 to 3 decision, in the Louisiana vs St. Louis and Southwestern case, signaled nationwide regulatory supremacy and prompted political cautions from Senator Hoke Smith.
Weather bulletin notes generally fair conditions across multiple states with clearing and colder trends in eastern areas. Monday forecasts show warmer in some regions with brisk west and northwest winds, while Tuesday brings fair conditions and possible local rains or snows in mountain zones.
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