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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1899

Page

6

Funeral for Captain James W Loyd Proclaimed by Pioneer Society

Captain James W Loyd died at his home on Courtland Avenue. His funeral will be held at 7 PM from his sister's residence with Reverend Clem ent Evans officiating. Interment follows at Oakland Cemetery. A Pioneer Citizens Society escort will accompany the procession. President Williams urged members to attend.

James W. Loyd Courtland Avenue Ella Hanes Woodward Avenue Yesterdaay Ray Clement A. Evans Oakland Cemetery Asbury Wilson Manson Wilson Kirk Wilson Loyd Collina David Hanes Loyd Pioneer Citizens’ Society Williams J. FP Alex

Memorial marks Loyd's death and escort funeral details

Captain James W. Loyd of Atlanta dies at noon. Commander Andrew J. West orders an honorary escort from United Confederate Veterans camp 153 and lists names. Mourning badges to be worn. funeral escort meets at Mrs Ella Hanes residence at 10 am tomorrow. Loyd, a longtime Atlanta figure, served in Gate City Guard and as city marshal. Old Expressman Michael Cilling retires from Southern Express, effective April 1, with successor to be announced.

Atlanta James W. Loyd T. M. Armistead G. W. Adair H. L. Atwater Wiliam M. Bray R. L. Barry John T. Cooper B. B. Crew J. B. Dagiel O. P. LaVert A. L. Holbrook Harry Krouse A. J. McBride W. IL. Brotherton Jerry Lynch Andrew 3. West Harrison Ella Hanes Woodward Avenue Captain Loyd Pioneera Marthasville Gate City Guard W. R. Joyner John W. Loyd Wilem ML Wicon

Charge of Murder Made at Deathbed

An elderly husband, aged seventy, is arrested for murder after his dying wife, Anna Vinson, succumbs to a skull fracture allegedly caused by a brick strike six weeks earlier. Police report witnesses and relatives confirm the blow. the husband admits slapping his wife but proclaims innocence. Doctor attributes death to that head injury as the couple’s relatives recall prior beatings. The suspect, missing his left arm, is employed at Cottingham’s meat market on Capitol Avenue. He faces trial for murder as his wife’s condition deteriorates.

Garner and Goodwin Sarah Anna Vinson Martin Street Vinson Bang McMartin Cottingham Capitol Bvenus

A Blow That May Be Murder in City Assault

Patrolmen arrest Banks after he and an accomplice allegedly waylaid Thomas near Davia and Markham streets. A piece of scantling and two knives were found at the scene. Thomas, wounded, was taken to Grady hospital as jealousy reportedly sparked the attack. The account notes Banks admitted the lay in wait and that Smith dealt the blow.

Chiles Blackstone Banks Smith Davia Markham Thomas Grady Hospital

Suspected Killer Nabbed in Dock Hightower Murder Case

Patrolman Charley Holt arrested a Black man believed to be the Dock Hightower killer. The detainee gave the name Albert Berry but was identified as Ha Jones. The two year old alley assassination may lead to trial and possible hanging if proven.

Dock Hightower Charley Holt Albert Berry Hall Ha Jones Hightower Berry Jones

Georgia College Commencement at the Grand Tonight

The Georgia College of Eclectic Medicine and Surgery closes its term with the twenty-fifth annual commencement at the Grand tonight. A class of twenty three graduates and two Young Indies will receive diplomas after general essays and medal awards for top examinations.

Georgia College of Eclectic Medicine and Surgery Stadehta A. R. Holderdott

All wool Cheviots and worsteds in ready-for-use stock

All wool Cheviots for taller skirts and street suits, 52 inches wide, sponged and shrunk priced at 4.00. Clay Worsteds spring weight, 54 inches wide, also shrunk, at 4.00. Crepons in patterns for suits or skirts from German import, specially priced at 1.35, 1.25 and 0.00.

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