02 May 1905
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1905
Page
1
The record notes a squadron linked to the czar has not left a French port. Rojestensky moved only a few miles from Kamranh Bay and halted shortly after.
In Saigon and French Cochin China ports on May 1, reports say the Russian squadron moved to strategic offshore positions near Kamranh Bay while French and colonial forces seek to maintain neutrality. Japan doubts France's neutrality and considers renewed protest, with Paris asserting France has kept faith and completed its neutral obligations.
About twenty five white men tried to breach a soldier cordon around a Decatur jail at 11pm. Three men were jailed as the mob dispersed. the crowd aimed to lynch alleged killers of Miss Belle Bloodworth. Harvey Smith stands trial for her murder amid a tense courthouse scene.
Final stage of Nan Patterson trial in New York as Abraham Levy ends his closing for the defense. He argues the death was by Young’s own hand and rejects murder charges, urging jurors to find not guilty or, at most, no compromise verdict. He notes letters and pawn tickets as weak proof and cites Young’s influence and Patterson’s weaknesses.
A report states that non union men were supplied rifles to target union men in a violent clash. Investigators seek to identify organizers and motives amid heightened labor tensions. Police report possible connections to ongoing disputes and threats in the workplace.
Three men were struck by bullets during a riot at Marshall Pleid and Co wholesale store at Fifth Avenue and Adams Street Chicago on May 1. Louis Street a non-union teamster fired five shots wounding Otto Helnet Isi Dora Newm and William Patterson as crowds hurled missiles. Street was dragged from his seat and beaten before police arrived. United States Marshals dispersed the crowd. Glel messengers used to deliver urgent orders in false private carriages, misdirecting delivery teams.
In Chicago May 1 conditions in the teamsters strike grew more violent and open with attacks on nonunion men increasing. Employers' Beoming Association brought 1500 men into the city to take positions, with 500 more en route. A new feature, the wincheater, will be visible on all wagons of the Employers' Teaming Association.
Glenwood Springs Colorado May 1. Preal Meth reports Roosevelt agreed to hear a delegation from the Chicago Striking Teamsters if an audience is requested. President may act after reaching Washington as in the coal strike three years ago. Truck drivers in Paterson New Jersey strike for a half holiday with pay intact. St Louis sends 475 men by train to Chicago to replace strikers. About 500 more expected tonight. Many replacements from Tennessee and Kentucky, including African American workers.
Martin Potter, former cashiere of the Merchants' Trust Company of Los Angeles, was arrested in Los Angeles on embezzlement charges tied to a Davisboro Georgia bank. He vanished November 16 1902 after signing. accounts show a shortage of about $1 820000. Potter was active in local clubs and held secretary treasurer roles at Davisboro Cotton Oil mill. Local president O H P Beall reportedly paid Potter funds claimed as stock settlement.
In Tate County Mississippi eleven defendants were arraigned for murder after a severance allowed by the court. Thirteen alleged slayers of Sheriff Poag were indicted. two Spencer brothers remain at large. Defendants moved to be tried in three counties Holly Springs Oxford and Batesville with trials scheduled for May. Delegates to a Railway Congress visit New York ahead of schedule in Washington.
Reports from Moscow and Warsaw describe a May Day turning to bloodshed as troops fire on demonstrators and workers. Bombs explode in Warsaw, killing and wounding nearly a hundred. civilians, including women and children, suffer amid chaotic reprisals and rising fear. An official inquiry follows the apartment blast as crowds protest.
Weather bulletin lists a high reading for the town at 12 p.m. with unspecified units and a noted low energy condition. Local observers await more precise figures as forecasts remain unsettled.
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