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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1912
Page
12
Partial returns indicate Underwood leading Wilson by a small margin in Florida with early totals suggesting a sizable majority. The Jacksonville dispatch notes a 3000 vote edge for Underwood and cites ongoing counts across precincts as results continue to unfold.
AP dispatch from Blacksonville Florida reports Oscar W Underwood of Alabama leading the Democratic presidential preference in Florida as returns come in from yesterday's primary. Early tallies show a substantial lead over Woodrow Wilson and The Times-Union asserts a potential two thirds majority. Also noted are Park Trammell over Cromwell Gibbons for governor, Clark and Hilburn close in the Second District race, Sparkman named in the First District, L Engle leading in the statewide at large race.
Early Florida returns show Underwood leading Wilson in multiple counties. In Hernando Underwood 173 to Wilson 37. in Monroe Union 246 to 46. in Hillsborough Underwood 107 to Wilson 73. Tampa precincts report strong Underwood support with large margins.
A flood of testimonials from Chicago and southern states portrays James Underwood from Alabama as a rising Democratic nominee. Prominent observers report strong southern support, tariff reform appeal, and cross regional backing despite Republican opposition.
Latent returns show Underwood has carried Florida by nearly two thirds. Trammell leads in the governor race, Clark and Hilburn contest the second district seat, Sparkman nominated in the first, LEngle leads for congress from the state at large.
In Monroe County, about 1,800 votes were cast in the presidential primary. By midnight Willis Underwood led with 236 votes while Wilson trailed with 48. The tally reflects early returns from Key West and surrounding areas.
Only a fourth of the vote tallied in Orlando by midnight. Underwood has 72 points to Wilson 54. Stuttering returns from Orange County indicate Underwood leading, as reported by Associated Press from Orlando Florida on April 30.
Partial results from Tallahassee and Leon County show Underwood ahead of Wilson in the presidential primary counted today in Florida. The city reports indicate a continuing lead as ballots are tallied.
Georgia voters prepare for a statewide presidential primary amid strong urging for Oscar W. Underwood of Alabama. County primaries shape turnout as the state moves toward a May 29 convention in Atlanta to appoint Georgia’s solid delegation to the Baltimore convention.
A collection of endorsements from George H. Fox E G Pipp and others across states praises Oscar W Underwood of Alabama as the fit Democratic leader. Supporters hail his leadership potential and argue for Democratic backing in upcoming elections citing regional sentiment and party unity.
A county official urges voters to see beyond the candidacy of Branan and to recognize that the win represents the people’s triumph over bosses. The message emphasizes accountability, calls for civic participation, and frames the vote as a collective victory for the public.
New Orleans April 30 Caponi Gilbert bout in Atlanta club halted as fighters stalled D J Tette rich of the Orleans Athletic club telegraphed Caponi that he was not wanted in New Orleans Caponi was set to meet Schlossberg of the navy here tomorrow night Judge Inc R Wilkinson for Ordinary Please vote early today
Frank Schwarz returned to 181 Spring Street at 8 30 last night to find his wife had not cooked supper and assaulted her with his fists. Neighbors heard the disturbance and called police. Schwarz had not yet been located. Officers McWilliams and Roberts filed a case. the 19 year old wife showed bruises as she described the beating.
A May Day celebration and ball hosted by the Socialist Party of Atlanta will occur tonight in hall 117% Whitehall Street. Organized and unorganized labor is invited. Clarence H. Taylor of Baltimore will discuss International Labor Day. refreshments will be served. Marcellus Anderson’s race for Ordinary is reported as won and supporters urged to vote today.
Montgomery April 80. O H Avery of Montgomery announces his bid to become the ninth district representative. He pledges to withdraw in Champ Clark’s favor if Clark is not nominated and elected president.
John E. Mallory aged 81 died last night in a private sanatorium. He leaves a daughter and two sons. The body was taken to Greenberg and Bond and will be carried to Savannah for funeral and interment. Mallory was a prominent Savannah businessman and past master of Solomon lodge FL and A. M. .
The Boston area and much of the state showed strong Republican support for Roosevelt while Taft led in preference late at night, but Roosevelt delegates appeared ahead. Officials argued over delegates when Taft was the preferred choice but Roosevelt delegation loyalty persisted.
Athens Ga April 30 Special Minister Exgan a representative from Denmark to the United States will arrive tomorrow in Athens to spend several days at the State College of Agriculture. He will participate in May 1 conferences with the chamber of commerce Live Stock and Dairymen's association Cotton Seed Crushers' association and the college faculty and students. He plans to address the convention in University chapel Thursday morning and show interest in dairying cattle breeding and southern development.
John Washington Taylor aged six died yesterday afternoon at home on 879 Whitehall Street. Funeral services set for Thursday at 4:38 PM, conducted by Bonnie Branchfurth, Comanche Tribe of Red Men, with interment at Castle Cemetery.
A speaker appeals to Fulton County voters for support in re election thanking friends for their backing and pledging to serve all people. The letter cites efforts during the first term including water mains and sewer improvements, and mentions Park and East Point projects with emphasis on equity and public welfare.
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