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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1912
Page
30
Miscellaneous printed items include postage rates notes, subscription terms for the Constitution, and a noisy jumble of political commentary and newspaper ads. Names such as Holliday and Corigan appear amid references to bureau offices and street-level distribution. The fragmentary text hints at press- and campaign-era concerns, with mentions of New York primaries and trust prosecutions.
The piece argues the national committee allowed direct voting for delegates only when states opted for it, condemns Georgia for resisting direct delegate election, defends state-wide primaries and county unit plans, and endorses Oscar Underwood as best prepared to defend the tariff under Governor Wilson’s central issue.
A fragmented report notes Wilson hitting the bull’s-eye in a political maneuver near Underwood, as the governor comments on the maneuver and its implications. The text shows an exchange about timing and influence in a tense power scene.
The text urges immediate action as registration books close April 2 for this year’s primaries and elections. It warns that unqualified Georgians will be disenfranchised and criticizes the half year advance closing of registration, urging voters, especially farmers, to register now.
An anecdote about Governor Slaton examining clemency requests amid prohibition debates. A minister pleads for a young offender in a chain gang, claiming the crime was burglary not liquor sale and urging pardon to reform his son. The governor questions the exact offense, highlighting mercy and law.
Three months of operation by the Georgia Association for the Adult Blind shows the Atlanta industrial shop for the blind can be practical with proper equipment. Officials report steady broom production funds running costs and living wages, and seek nearly $2,000 for machinery and supplies to make the shop a permanent, self supporting institution.
Representative Martin of Colorado calls for a House investigation into a alleged smelter trust linked to the Guggenheims. He accuses the trust of corrupting Colorado politics and criticizes the Justice Department for not reporting its existence, calling the matter a graveyard of rival smelters and a dark page in history.
Chicago March 27 The government charged National Packing Company owner ship and control raise a question. Pack ers and their attorneys reportedly plan to seek a voluntary dissolution as the trial stress eases. Ownership remains with Swift Morris Armour and Anvando company interests.
Pattle Creek Midh March 27 Os tear Cummer 24 years old believes his misfortune stems from an unlucky star. He shows a broken cheekbone a dislocated jaw and bruises as proof from a recent scuffle with a fellow worker. His past perils include near-drowning in Toronto a streetcar collision in Detroit a crushed leg in Adrian multiple arm breaks and a drownings while duck hunting in Battle Creek.
New York March 27 The United States Steel Corporation said it sold 30 500 000 in five percent bonds to J P Morgan Co The move marks the first bond issue by the company in years to fund property extensions and working capital needed amid rising business activity in its ore department. Judge Cary noted planned year expenditures exceed 20 million for property extensions and about 17 million more working capital to support increased operations.
Indianapolis March 27 Memphis Tenn has been chosen as the launch point for Captain G L Bumbaugh in the balloon Duengeldorfer to contest the Lahm cup. Mayor Crump telegraphs support praising Memphis winds and flying conditions. Bumbaugh will depart Memphis mid week and aim to cover at least 700 miles to win. He tried the feat last year but failed.
A column highlights poetry and humorous prose from a Franklin NC author, noting Life and Love and The Child Shall Lead with strong lines about harvest, love, and dreaming. It references poems from magazines and sketches of life, including playful dialect pieces like Brer Bizsara and Sunshine.
The Eufaula Rifles Company G of the Second Alabama Air Infantry faces potential mustering out after Monday night inspections by Adjutant General Scuily and Lt. Godwin. Officials say an order from the adjutant general’s office is awaited. Captain Irby reports Scuily offered 30 days to reorganize, a move not yet applied to other recently mustered out Alabama National Guard units. The Second Regiment band, praised as in good standing, was also inspected. director DeTrinia plans to move to New York, with H. Vieson stepping in as conductor.
The Pastors Association of Valdosta condemns a passion play shown at a local theater as sacrilegious and misrepresenting events in Jesus life. They urge people not to witness it, arguing it commercializes Christianity and misleads the young and uninformed.
Opelousas La March 2 Acting District Attorney E C Dubisson caused a sensation in the McRee murder trial by moving to discharge the entire jury after learning juror Henry Boudier had stated he would back a conviction if chosen. The court took the matter under advisement as defense attorneys argued for substitution only.
Kennebunk Maine March Sheriff Charles Emery of York County is jailed on a 19000 bond on a charge of attempting to bribe County Attorney Asa A Richardson to shield liquor sellers. Preliminary hearing set for Saturday. Richardson says immunity for violators was being probed when Emery offered a deal through a witness in a heated room. He declined to comment. County Attorney predicts more arrests and says fifty prominent locals may be implicated.
New York March 27 With Easter only a week away the tailors and makers unions plan a strike affecting fashion. The Ladies Tattering Association warns that if factory work fails to come from arbitration an official strike will be ordered. An arbitration board may be appointed at the settlement time with Brandeis Ho and Hilquist named.
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