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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1909

Page

4

FATE OF HIDES AND OF LUMBER

Wellington reports a sharp split among Republicans over hides and lumber schedules in the new tariff law. Democrats may hold deciding votes as separate votes on each question approach. Western senators back resuming duty on hides. Lodge favors free hides. lumber free of duty faces stiff opposition from advocates. McCumber from North Dakota supports floor fight. Separate senate votes promised. changes to Payne bill rates possible.

Wellington Wember Senate Cmat West Lodge McCumber North Dakota United States

Hunting in East Africa Like Shooting Cows in Backyard

New York March 28 In the opinion of Dani Estes Boston publisher who arrived here today on the westbound train former President Hnossret will find hunting biz Fame in East Africa like shooting cows in a yard He adds antelopes and animals of that kind are so they lie along railroad tracks and scarcely look up as the train goes by

New York Dani Estes Boston Louis Europe Asia Africa Hnossret East Africa

One Grand Republic of Entire Continent Predicted

In Aubeville North Carolina on March 24 former Governor Polk predicts the hole of the American continent will become one great republic under the United States. He warns a clash with Canada is inevitable in the not distant future and cites American migration into southwest Canada as the leaven for eventual conflict. He also notes Mexico’s mining interests and Diaz era policies as factors to consider for future tension.

Aubeville N. C Ashe United States Polk Fol United States Canada Mexico Diaz

Bible Class Grows Fast at Mulberry Street Church

In Qlecon Georgia on March 28 a new Bible class at Mulberry Street Methodist church drew many men to Sunday school with Hon W N E Harris in charge. Harris is noted as a faithful Sunday school worker whose leadership has built a large following.

Qlecon Mulberry Street Methodist Church W N. E. Harris Harris

Two Boys Held On Southern Rail Theft Charge

John Keith and John Carr, two boys hardly sixteen, were lodged in police barracks on a charge of stealing. Watchman Rogers took them from the yards last night after they ran away from Chattanooga while seeking work. They claimed to be headed south to seek fortunes and may be held for their parents or to face the accusations.

Maecon Osaren John Keith John Carr Rogers Chattanooga

Rev John S Moore dies at Oxford after long teaching career

Oxford Ga March 28 Special after a illness of four weeks Dr John S Moore 66 former professor of Latin at Emory College died at his residence He taught at Randolph Macon Summerfield Centenary Southern University Emory He married Miss Porter of Pensacola Fla Survived by his wife and six children The funeral will be Monday at 3 pm at Oxford Methodist Church with Revs W H Le Prade and C E Bowman officiating Interment Oxford Cemetery

Oxford John S. Moore Emory College South Br Moore Virginia Randolph- Macon College University of Virginia Randolph-Macon Summerfield Ala Centenary College Southern University Greensboro Molre Mias Porter Penescolz Alice Moore Frank Eakes Eiberton B C. Jerrell Rome Wilam Robert Porter Moore Birmingham Als Oxford Methodist Church W. H. le Prade C. E Bowman Oxford Cemetery

Confessed Murderer Hangs Self in NY Jail Cell

James Vango, a young Black man who confessed to killing Isadore de Vallant, night clerk at the Hastern hotel, hanged himself in his Chicago-placed cell. He died by a handkerchief strangling with a pencil gag, after writing farewell notes to his wife and Detective Murphy. He admitted the murder but claimed two accomplices were involved.

New York James Vango Chicago Isadore de Vallant Hastern Vengo James Murphy Jim Murphy de Vallant Tyeen Tre Vallant Vango

Vanderbilt University Glee Club to Return Next Wednesday

Hundreds who heard the Vanderbilt University Glee Club at the Grand Opera House last year look forward to their return next Wednesday evening. The group, famed for its sweet music, clever finish, and lively performance, attracts a large capacity audience and many seek tickets as their dates are limited by university schedules.

Vander‘nrt University Grand Opera House Semaon Nes Thersfors

Woman Kidnapper Keeps Her Nerve in Mercer Melee

Mercer Pennsylvania March 28 After a week of movement and excitement James H Boyle and Mrs Boyle or McDermott or Thurston or whatever her name may be faced intensified suspense The woman read most of the day while the man smoked and studied plans He bought tables breakfast lunch and supper The woman remained calm while the man grew more nervous and hungry for liberty The hearing is expected tomorrow morning with Boyle hoping the trial stays in Mercer Others say three more accomplices are sought in this county and Ohio Former Judge Samuel H Miller may defend Boyle at the April court session

Jheday Lberty McDermott Freman Chicago Acema Anna Boyle Sharon Ohio Samuel H. Miller

Philharmonic Orchestra to Highlight Festival Feature

The Dresden Philharmonic Orchestra tops festival plans with conductor Henrik Olsen praised across Scandinavia and Europe. American-born Victor Clark and other soloists join a stellar lineup. season tickets go on sale this weekend with limited quantities and higher single-ticket prices.

Victor Clark Victor Dia Clark Mr. Clark Anderson Ind Richard Burmeister Clark Dresden Algemein Staate Verein Germas Waa America Cable Fiano Company Ln Ps & Crewe Arcer

Funeral of Bot Goodwin the One-Armed Negro Ferryman

In Montgomery Alabama 1000 white attendees watched Bot Goodwin’s funeral today. E W Bling funded the burial after his river rescue. Mayors Teague and pallbearers helped present a medal to Goodwin for bravery as Eliza’s citizens paid respects.

Montgoment Ala Manch Bot Goodwin E. W. Bling Alabama Mayor Teague O'd Bob Elisa

Couple Arrested in Abduction Case of Willie Whitla

James A Boyle and his wife, arrested in Cleveland, are jailed in Mercer Pennsylvania for safety until deported to Sharon to face an abduction indictment. Boyle is familiar to Sharon residents from past years. The woman’s identity remains unclear though alleged to be Chicago businessman's daughter. she denies kinship, appears educated and musical.

James A. Boyle Cleveland Willie Whitla Mercer Sharon Boyle Agate Chicago

Sleeping sickness scare grips central Paris oasis

A missionary of the Order of the Holy Ghost collapsed unconscious in the Luxembourg Garden and was rushed to the Pasteur Institute. Doctors report the condition serious. The man contracted sleeping sickness on the Upper Ubangi river in equatorial Africa.

Paris Order of the Holy Ghost Luxemborg Pasteur Institute Ubanghi Equatorial Africa

Funeral of Mrs. P. C. Sawyer in South Macon

Funeral held in Macon Georgia this afternoon for Mrs. P. C. Sawyer who died at her home in South Macon Elder W. W. Chilas of the Primitive Baptist church officiated The remains were interred in Fort Hill cemetery She is survived by two daughters and two sons

P. C. Sawyer Macon WW. Chilas Primitive Baptist Church Fort Nill Mine

Southern states meet in New Orleans to boost child labor laws

Delegates from twelve southern states gather in New Orleans at Governor Bandera's invitation for a three day conference to adopt a uniform and comprehensive child labor law system. Governors Bandera Hadley and Noel will attend. Prominent civic leaders and speakers are on the program at the Grand Opera House and Atlanta College of Pharmacy event.

New Orleans South Z. ¥. Bandera Louisiana Arkansas Oklahoma Missouri Tennessee Misatasippi Georgia Florida South Carooina North Carolina Virgin Kentucky Bandera Hadley Noel Mississippi

Stocks Move Higher Despite Discouragements In Market

Prices of stocks advanced slowly last week amid discouraging business signals and doubts about a quick revival. Despite weak prospects, there was notable resistance by investors to lower prices, with professional selling limited and demand from uncovered traders supporting a firmer tone.

New York Euggest Itenndstel London

Man Falls From Pinona Avenue Bridge in Macon

A. W. Waits, 11, fell ten to fifteen feet from the Pinona avenue bridge over the Central railroad in Macon, breaking his skull and dying after hospital treatment. A mill operative, he leaves a wife and two sons. he had been chatting with friends on the bridge at dusk.

Macon Pinona Avenue Street Central Railroad A. W. Waits

Ladson Attacks Gompers Case In Atlanta Speech

C T Ladson attorney for the federation denounces Justice Wright and the sentences of Gompers Mitchell and Morrison as groundless and unjust. He claims the ruling throttles press and speech, likening it to autocratic regimes and urging organized labor and all citizens to demur against this constitutional threat.

Atlanta, Federation of Trades C T Ladann Federation Justice Wright Gompers, Mitchell and Morrison Russia Ladson Gould Wright Theas Captain Court of Appeals United Tnere Congress Court of Equity

Tariff Fronts In Congress Stir Debates In Senate

Wellington March 26 Congress debates the tariff bill with general discussion likely to extend beyond the week. The House plans long sessions from 10 am to 10:20 pm while Senate finance keeps studying schedules but halts regular business. Front-rank speakers include Rendell of Georgia, Kentucky, and Burtezon and Gilleepia of Texas.

Wellington Congress House Senate Senate Committee On Finance Wedmonday Representatihie Rendell Grigea Georgia Kentucky Burtezon Gilleepia Tease Thesenate

Speech on Gompers Conviction and Censorship Echoes

The speaker denounces Justice Wrights verdict against Mr Gompers as unjust and argues that injunctions curb constitutional rights. He cites Mppeala decisions and quotes from the Federation to protest political suppression and defend public protest and labor education against autocratic censorship.

Gompers van Cleaven Ajoves Mitchell Russia Gompere Earth

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