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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1901

Page

6

Rose lands Culom Springs oil deal near Mobile

Captain Joseph A. Rose of New York, backed by Beverly Alamea and Denison, secures Culom Springs property after bidding $14 000. The deal signals planned boring operations, with Rocky terrain halting earlier work at 1465 feet. Local and northern capitalists push oil exploration around Mobile, Escambia and Choctaw counties as a rush is anticipated.

Mobile Ala Beverly Alamea & Denison Joseph A. Rose New York Royal Baking Powder Company Custom Springs Rose Ocean Springs Miss Cullom Springs Captain Rose Mobile and Ohio Railroad Waynesboro Escambia County Florida Choctawa County Washington County

Nation endorses Carrie Nation methods in temperance crusade

In Jackson Mississippi May special interview Mrs Carrie Nation’s temperance tactics are discussed by Mrs L M N Stevens national president of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union who has been in the city for the State WCTU convention. She says she does not condemn Nation and acknowledges the public conscience she has stirred in Kansas and beyond noting that only Kansas could have produced Carrie Nation and that her methods have yielded important results despite criticisms.

Jackson Carria Nation L. M. N. Stevens Woman's Christian Temperance Union Mrs. Nation Tribunes

From Jail to Altar: Hogin Slayer Freed and Marrying

Doris Noble the woman who shot and killed Broker W Hogin, a Memphis cotton exchange figure, is released after the murder charge was dismissed by Assistant Attorney General Norfeet. She has married Bert Lamont and plans to leave town for Paducah, while Hogin’s widow and daughter faced the social and commercial stir caused by the incident.

Broker Hogin Memphis Tenn Doris Noble Broker W. Hogin New Orleana Norfeet Hogin Bert Lamont Gong Paducah Gir

Florida Legislature Busy With New Bills Passed

Tallahassee May 7 Special A senate bill expropriating 29000 for Jacksonville area relief passed the house and was signed by the governor. The senate agreed to a house resolution creating joint committees to study further aid. The senate also backed Senator Grilio's pure food bill and approved routine business. The house approved measures aiding aged teachers and setting a 210000 bond for the commissioner of agriculture, plus a bill allowing married women under 21 to convey real estate.

Tallahassee Fla Senate Jacksonville Teaenag Sunol Solaly Algrua Eures Joeigad Iatom Patrick Houstoun Grilio House Commissioner of Agriculture

Georgia Gold Boom Prompts Electric Power Rail Plans

Veteran miner Colonel Ingersoll notes Georgia's Crown Mountain vein system and saprolite ore growth may rival Cripple Creek, with hydraulic and new chlorination methods giving way to electrified mining. General Warner advocates Chattahoochee power for Atlanta rail and regional growth, predicting rapid industrial expansion and a modernized Marietta to Knoxville link.

Stephenson Tim Tam Georgie Georgia Crown Mountain Pawnee H. D. Ingersoll Ingersol Hag Cripple Creek Beiig Invested Findlay Mer

Assaulted and Murdered Claims Filed For Premium Losses

In Leavenworth Kansas Ethel Bonnie daughter of a state penitentiary employee was assaulted and slain near Lansing after gathering mushrooms. Her body was dumped into an old well. The assailant, a white man, is unknown. Local agents seek return of unearned premiums for Manhattan Fire Insurance Company customers amid several claims totaling around 19 000 dollars. A separate court motion in Kentucky delays Powers's new trial in the Goebel murder case, possibly extending his confinement and heightening health concerns, while a fugitive brother is rumored to be en route to Mexico. In Texas two boys, Lawrence Sibley and Roland Sibley, ages 12 and 10, drown in Spring Creek, likely with Lawrence perishing while trying to save Roland.

Leavenworth, Kas Ethel Bonnie G. W. Bonnie State Penitentiary Lansing R. E. Park Manhattan Fire Insurance Company Georgia R. N. Fickett Paper Company Markham House J. L. Riley & Co Manhattan Fire Company Agares Fronfort Caleb Powers Powers Goebel Mat Bis Brother John Kentucky Mountains Mexico

Board canvasses the vote in Montgomery May 1

The state canvassing board counted the election returns for a constitutional convention. Total votes were 115,810 with 70,205 for the convention and 43,505 against, a majority of 74,800 in favor.

Montgomery Secretary of State

Bank Building Saved After Fire In Jacksonville

A misprint in The Sunday Constitution said the Ma tonal bank building was destroyed in last week's fire. A photosograph showed the building as one of the largest and handsomest business structures escaping the blaze. The incident did not halt the bank’s operations or the business of the concern, which continued steadily.

National Bank of Jacksonville Matonal Bank Jacksonville Basineas

Free Chamberlain's Pain Balm Advertised For Quick Relief

An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm as a free trial for a SH week. It claims rapid relief from stiffness and soreness, promising a complete cure and improved comfort, with availability through all druggists.

Longtime Post Office Employees Honored for Service

Binghamton New York January 7 Wis C E Stebbins has served the Binghamton Postores for fifteen years E J Casey for ten and St Sweeney for seven This service attests to their integrity honesty and efficient work signed GH Roberts postmaster

Binghamton, N Wis C. E. Stebbins Binghamton Postores E. J. Casey St. Sweeney

Free Swamp Root sample offer from Kilmer Co

Editorial notice announces a free sample bottle of Swamp Root for all readers not yet tried. It includes a book on kidney and bladder troubles with testimonial letters. Readers are urged to mention The Atlanta Daily Constitution when writing to Dr Kilmer Co.

Dr. Kilmer & Co Atlanta Daily Constitution

Johnson Proves Creat Winner At Georgia Field Day

Athens May 7 Special The University of Georgia field day on the campus produced strong races and a notable duel between Horace Johnson and Kelly McCutcheon for the prize cup. Johnson won multiple events including sprints and the high jump, while McCutcheon took the broad jump and placed second in several others. Solson, Ridley, and Camp figured prominently in a day affected by a poor track and lack of coach, with hopes for better records next year.

Athens University of Georgia Horace Johnson Kelly McCutcheon Phinizy Calhoun Solson Johnson McCutcheon Dowh Johnson Ita Ridley Imf Hohnson Art Wad McCutcheon Sega Camp Wright Hart Hardy Dean Lattiner Itvelf Earl Donaldson Georgia Torace Johnson Law Frank Ridley Py Blomice Johnson Idl Kelly Be- Guloneon Law Jack Hart Harmon Cox

Hoe Helped Him Into Office

South Carolina farmer George McCravy rose to deputy United States marshal with Senator McLaurin's backing after a grass cutting campaign tactic. He toured Laurens County farmers during busy fieldwork, offering to hoe fields while seeking votes, turning labor into political rapport and securing early promises of support.

South Carolina Charleston S. C George 3 McGravy United States McLaurin Tillmantam McCravy Laurens County

How to Find Out if You Need Swamp-Root

A historical advert explains kidney trouble signs and urges checking urine to gauge kidney health. It touts Dr. Kilmer's Swamp-Root as the world famous remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues, claiming hospital use and physician endorsement, with pricing details.

Kile Met

Campaign plan spurred McCravy to tour county farms

The plan of campaign was followed at several farms and, within weeks, McCravy grew solid. He said he would not let the grass grow under his feet while he toured the county, yet his chances of defeat would have been good if he had not taken to the road.

McCravy

Training Ship Monongahela Anchored in York River

Norfolk Va May 7 Special report confirms the training ship Monongahela has arrived in the York River. Crew members and apprentices disembark for drill and exercise as heavy guns are practiced with full service barges. The training cruiser Tonika remains in dry dock, pending work and possible departure soon.

Ongahela York River Norfolk Navy Yard Lalawheard Tontka Erst

Norfolk County Officers Fail to Hold Escaped Lunatic Murderer

Norfolk County officers searched for Hy Steele who escaped from Petershire and was last seen near stumps swearing loudly. A man matching the description was captured at gunpoint and claimed to be Charley Jones from Newport News.

Norfolk County Norfolk Hy Steele Fetershire Charley Jones Newport News

Farmville Town Went Dry After Court Ruling

In Prince Edward County Farmville abstains from alcohol sales after Circuit Court Judge Hendley enjoins the dispensary on C M Walker's petition. The town will appeal to the court of appeals and remain dry until the legality of the dispensary law is resolved. Business leaders fear impact after a busy Saturday without a license.

Richmona Farmville Prince Edward Hendley Circuit Court C. M. Walker Court of Appeals Io Farmville

Public Execution Set in North Carolina Case

Governor Aycock issues warrant for the public execution of Lewis Connall in Tuyetteville on June, following his conviction for assaulting Mrs. West, wife of a Cumberland County farmer. Identified by the victim, with matching mud on clothes, this marks the first public execution of the year under the new law.

North Carolina Raleigh Aycock Lewis Connall Tuyetteville Council West Cumberland County

Promoters Threaten Opera House Plan Ultimatum

In Huntville Alabama on May 7 promoters of a new opera house threaten to abandon the project if the remaining $1,000 stake is not taken within a week. A meeting of shareholders produced no action unless public interest increases.

Huntaville Ala Peglalo Shareviniders

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