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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1914
Page
7
Robert A Howell of Marietta confronted Burns in a garage near the business district. After recognizing him by picture, Howell allegedly attacked Burns with a blow as crowds gathered, prompting cries and shouting described by witnesses.
A mob gathers at a hotel chasing Burns after a confrontation. Mayor Dobbs and Judge Morris urge calm and propose Burns leave town. Burns escapes in a Brumby car as eggs and missiles fly, then the crowd moves toward the courthouse while Lehon remains at large.
The Cobb county crowd that came to vote at the county primary in Marietta dispersed after an exchange with Burns and Howell. Burns and Lehon, riding in a taxi, were blocked by a small demonstration in front of a hotel. Burns plans to testify in Atlanta after appearing before Judge Hill, while Howell offered no comment.
Defense motions and affidavits surface as hearings resume before Judge Hill. Witnesses contradict defense claims about forged affidavits from factory workers and allegations against investigator Burke. Franks wife, Rabbi Marx, and several witnesses recount attempts to sway testimony and expose alleged coercion and impropriety surrounding the case.
The lengthy testimony details forgery claims around affidavits from Ruth Robertson Miss McCarson and Mrs Simmons alleging Burke and W Wrenn pressured witnesses and offered rewards. It recounts Barrett and Quinn accounts of attempts to peduce altered statements and lure witnesses into repudiation amid Mr Burke and Rosser ties.
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