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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1902

Page

8

Patrick faces appeal after murder conviction in New York

Albert T. Patrick, convicted of murdering William M. Hice, held a conference with his father Colonel Patrick and Chicago counsel Mr Turner. He condemned the prosecutors remarks, defended the jury, and predicted a new trial on appeal while asserting none of his actions would be regretted. He would testify if his lawyers advised it.

New York Albert T. Patrick William M. Hice Colonel Patrick Chicago Turner Patrick Goff Osborne Court of Appeals

Shot Wife and Her Mother in Importa Tragedy

Stephen G. Conkling of the Emery and Conkling grocery firm shot and wounded his mother in law Mrs. Silvers at her home in Importa Kansas before turning the pistol on himself. The act followed a divorce suit and ongoing matrimonial troubles. Conkling had threatened to kill his wife and fired as she tried to escape.

Stephen Conklin Importa, Kans Stephen G. Conkling Emery & Conkling

Manila Exchange: Henry C Ide to Leave Japan for Manila

Henry C Ide, a member of the United States Philippine Commission, will depart Japan for Manila on April 2. Ide has been in Japan for health reasons and is returning to Manila.

Manila tHenry C. Ide United States Philippine Commission Japan Ide

Asphalt poll off wa li efforts in progress to learn why

Committees representing bondholders of the National Asphalt Company and the Asphalt Company of America, now in receivership, review a New York Audit Co report on 1900 19% earnings. Despite $58 million capitalization and $2.15 million annual fixed charges, two year net earnings averaged $359k. Over capitalization, losses at National Contracting Co, plus Venezuelan expenses, prompt ongoing thorough inquiry and potential winding up. Some members urge focusing strictly on asphalt business.

Philadelphia National Asphalt Company The Asphalt Company of America New York Henry W. Biddle American Company Venezuela National Contracting Company New Orleans Natoral Contracting Company

President and the Navy Roosevelt meets House committee

A subcommittee of the House Committee on Naval Affairs met President Roosevelt in Washington on March 27 to discuss his annual message urging more naval officers. The plan calls for 1200 additional Marines, 500 cadet appointments over four to five years, and select appointments to the president, with recommendations from senators and representatives.

House Roosevelt Washington House Committee On Naval Affairs Dayton Butler Meyer Congress Navy Marine Corps

Bankers rule Henning did not act recklessly in stock sale

In Louisville court, St John Boyle v J W Henning seeks 20000 with Boyle claiming margins deposited for 190 shares of Northern Pacific stock amid May panic. Depositions from New York brokers say Henning did not act recklessly or imprudently when buying Northern Pacific common at 500 in May to cover Boyle’s short sale.

New York Henning Louisville United States St. John Boyle J. W. Henning New York Stock Exchange Boyle Northern Pacific Northern Pacific Common

Louisville Banker Moses Schwartz Arrested in New York Fraud Case

Moses Schwartz, once a Louisville Deposits Bank founder and director of the German National Bank, was arrested in Philadelphia on charges of defrauding the Seventh National Bank of New York for 379,000 on forged notes. His Louisville venture failed in 1893, leaving many depositors poor, with threats of lynching and his subsequent disappearance.

Louisville Moses Schwartz Philadelphia Seventh National Bank of New York Louisville Deposits Bank Nashville Tenn Louisville Deposit Bank German National Bank Deposit Bank Schwartz Tom

Woodmen of the World Hold Smoker for Visiting Officers

Sovereign officers of the Woodmen of the World attended a smoker last night with several hundred members present. Speeches by Rev. Sam W. Small, Josiah Towne, and Charles C. Farmer highlighted the program along with music and refreshments. T. W. Mitchell presided, and C. W. Wheeler spoke on Fraternalism.

Wight Order Josiah Towne Omaha Nebr Charles C. Farmer

Bad Weather Persisting Across South With No Immediate Relief

Weather bureau foresees rain today in Atlanta with possible Saturday clearing. Forecaster Marbury says no material change soon as easterly winds prevail due to high Atlantic pressure and low western pressure. Rain and fog deter daily life, with heavy showers reported in Memphis Vicksburg and Meridian.

Tocal Bureau Atlanta Weather Bureau Marbury Mississippi Valley Texas Dakota Minnesota Atlantic Coast Memphis Vicksburg Meridian

Pool Champions to Meet in Atlanta Series of Games

Alfredo de Oro of New York, world champion, will face John Dahl of Chicago, western champion, in a three day series at Bills Oldclock, 24 West Alabama Street. Oldknow has arranged a 500 seat amphitheater and promises an outstanding exhibition. De Oro may play additional matches with other entrants. a small admission fee will be charged.

Alfredo de Oros John Dahil Atlanta Alfredo de Oro New York John Dahl Chicago Weat Bills Oldknow West Alabama Street

Mrs D P Morris Dies At 92 Peach Tree Street

Mrs. D P Morris died last night at 9 o clock at her residence 92 Peach Tree Street after a short illness with pneumonia. Survived by two sons I D Morris and A C Morris and a daughter Miss Queen Morris. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

David P. Morris Peachtree Street Morris I. D. Morris A. C. Morris Queen Morris

Emperor Francis Joseph Hosts Maundy Ceremony in Vienna

In Vienna on Maundy Thursday Emperor Francis Joseph presided at Hofburg over the traditional feet washing for twelve elderly men and twelve elderly women. The assembled nobles and diplomats included the U.S. minister Robert McCormick and secretary Chandler Hale. The participants wore old Dutch costumes and received gifts weighing the ages at 1070 years for men and 1182 years for women.

Vienna Francis Joseph Hoffburg United States Robert §. McCormick Chandler Hale United States Legation Floyd Harris Harris

Rebel Surrenders Planned in Samar to U S Forces

General Smith, in command on Samar, conferred for three hours with insurgent leader Guevarra and officers. Guevarra will surrender April 15 with all forces and rifles, about 20 serviceable Krag rifles among them. Smith was surprised by Guevarra s bearing and noted his resources and high purpose.

Guevarra United States Smith Hebel Manila Samar Lukban Krag Jorgensens

Castro Laughed At Enemies In Venezuelan Revolution News

Report from Willemstad March 97 says Castro's revolution struggles remain uncertain as government forces recapture La Mar and Margarita ports. Besieged Barcelona battlefield shifts with 1,000 rebels retreating before 1,200 government troops, while Riera and Montilla seek junctions amid mounting threats to Barquisimeto, Cumana, and Barcelona.

Willemstad Curacao Port la Mar Fann Griego Margarita Carupano Cumana Barcelona Bermudez Revolutioniera Domingo Monagas Riera Orinoco Guira Trinidad Republic Todo San Antonio Bolivar Maturin Mona Penalaza Relando Falcon

Trial records reveal alleged pilot among Samar leaders

Manila March 27 continuation of the court martial of Major L W T Waller of the marine corps for executing natives on Samar Island. A native scout named Smoke testified of a pilot among native leaders of the Waller expedition plotting to murder Major Waller and Lieutenant Walls. Smoke said marines shared rations with natives and he endured hunger himself.

Manila L. W.T. Waller Marine Corps Samar Island Smoke Waller Walls

Rebel Schooner Captured Laden With Ammunition

Panama March 27 government gun boat Chuculto towed a schooner captured off Capira. The vessel carried salt and ammunition for revolutionary general Luge. Red band hat insignia marked the crew. Herrera and his staff reportedly travel toward Chiriqui aboard Fa aida while Boyaca searches for more revolutionary vessels.

Panama Colombia Chuculto Chucuito Capira Luge Herrera Chiriqui Boyaca

Uniform traffic rates tied to Hamburg America pact

Gustav Tietgens, president of the Hamburg American Steam Packet Company, told stockholders the recent steamship agreement aims to create a community of interests and to secure uniform traffic measures. He noted a by law change to curb foreign influence, while banker Solmitz warned against the change.

Berlin Hamburg-American Steam Packet Company Gustav Tietgens Herr Tiergens Herr Tietgens Herr Solmitz Baltimore

Fear American Invasion Threatens British Industry

London editorial warns of a growing American hold on British industries as Britain sinks wealth and manpower into the South African war. The piece denies protectionism yet calls for national action as Americans steadily gain control of British assets.

London United States The Daily News Bnt

Spares From The Wires Wreck Six Dwellings In Hamtown

A cnave-in at an abandoned No. and collie of the Pennsylvania Coal Co wrecked six dwellings in Hamtown Pas causing huge street fissures and danger to many homes. Fire struck Potter Wall Paper Plant in Chicago causing 100000 loss. Indianapolis hose wagon collision killed one horse, miraculous crew escape. Peckville Pa business district burned across two blocks. Mexican government awards 6,050,000 redeemable bonds to Cook Comp and Ont Ma son & Lewis Co to pay in New York.

Hamtown Pas No. & Collie Pennsylvania Coal Chicago Potter Wall Paper Company Timois Street Indianapolis Ind Peckville Depot Street George D. Cook Ont Mason & Lewis Company New York Amsterdam

Roosevelt and the Widows Deserter Issue Creates Interest

Washington March 27 The presidents pledge that no deserter will win favor while in office draws attention from war veterans groups concerned for widows who later served elsewhere and drew pensions General John P Donahue former national commander of the Union Veteran Legion pressed the matter The president said he would review each case and, where possible, give widows the benefit of the doubt.

Roosevelt Washington John P. Donahue Union Veteran Legion Donahue

Rhodes Died Sorrowful and Funeral Arrangements Underway

Cape Town March 27 state funeral preparations for Cecil Rhodes to be held April 2 with flags half mast. Attendees say he mourned unaccomplished work and he selected a burial site near the Matoppo hills beside a natural cairn. Autopsy found a heart aneurism. death mask reportedly taken. body moved to Grooteschuur, viewable by the public until Monday before voyage to Cape Town Tuesday.

Cape Town Cecil Rhodes Mr. Rhodes London Daily Mall Cecil Rhoades Matoppo Grooteschuur

BOER PEACE COMMISSIONERS AT KROONSTADT MEETING

Transvaal government delegates led by Acting President Schalkburger remained at Kroonstad Orange River Colony Tuesday as they conference with President Steyn. One Boer delegate was escorted blindfolded under a white flag to meet Steyn and has not yet returned. The remaining delegates are quartered in a private house with considerable liberty and expect to stay several days.

Kroonstadt Steyn Orange River Colony Transvaal Schalkburger

No Profit Is Dead Women Claims Husband Aided Brigands

Vienna March 27 Miss Elien M Stone American missionary says she recovered from captivity better than expected and credits the air and food of the region. She says brigands treated her and Mme Tsilka well and notes her companion's husband, Rev Tsilka, is honest and intelligent. She rejects reports of involvement in the abduction.

Vienna Elien M. Stone London Miss Stone Associated Press Mme. Tsilka Mme. Tsitka Tsitka America Constantinople Leishman M. Tsilka

Jno B Thornton Enters Fulton County Race

Announcement from M B Thornyvun Baltimore based Mr Casualty Co. representative in Maryland solicits support for the race in Fulton County. Includes personal note of thanks and contact details 37 South Pryor Bell phone 1453 and policy information for Maryland office.

Jno B. Thornton Fulton County Representa Mr Casualty Co Baltimore Maryland MD. R. Thornyvun South Pryorst M. B

Princess Radziwill Committed in Forgery Case

Cape Lown March 27 The hearing on Princess Radziwill accused of forging votes claimed to be signed by Cecil Rhodes resumed. She was committed for trial with bond set at £2,500, furnished by herself and two sureties.

Princess Radziwill Cape Lown Cecil Rhodes

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