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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1901

Page

12

Court Decides Childs Color in Grandmother’s Suit

In Atlanta a civil suit seeks 5000 by Jane Wright, grandmother of Luke Carlton an eighttee n year old girl who died in May 18 6. The case challenges whether the girl was white or black, with the Hollywood Cemetery Company accused of refusing burial on a white grave site. Evidence presented lists witnesses for both sides as to race, with the trial led by Judge Lumphir. The matter hinges on race classification and cemetery regulations.

Lumphir Jane Wight Trutto-nwood Cemetery Corporation Luke Carlton Atlanta Gill Jane Wright Hollywood Cemetery Sexton Waa Cemetery Company Arnold & Arnold Supreme Court Ray Ben Conyers

Venable Urges Authority for Health Board in Atlanta Contagion War

W. B. Venable appeals to Atlanta citizens urging clear authority to control contagious diseases. He urges direct action by the board of health or a designated relief committee as cases of smallpox and fever arise near Temple Court. He stresses protecting children and schools and warns against inaction in public health matters.

HB. Venable W. B. Venable Atlant Atlanta General Council Board of Health Caunels S~allpox Temple Court William Hf, Venable

Gwinnett Contests Boundary With Hall Counties

Secretary of State Phil Cook will hear the contest between Gwinnett and Hall counties on May 25 over the dividing line. Governor Wardroper was appointed to supervise a survey after juries of both counties requested action. Gwinnett claims the surveyor started at the wrong point and seeks a final ruling from the secretary of state.

Gwannett Hall Phil Cook Dl, Wardroper Iocarte New Gwinnett County Becuse Secretary of State

Baptists Leave for New Orleans Session

A large Atlanta Baptist delegation heads to the Southern Baptist convention in New Orleans. The party, joined by Richmond and North Carolina delegates, includes Dr. Bell and Rev. Jameson among many others. Ex Governor W. J. Northen is expected to be reelected president as sessions convene in Crescent City.

Atlante Atlanta D. W. Gein A. Briscoe Paul S Brhridge W. ©. Hatcher Richmond Willingham E Bomar W. P. K Smith J. W. Ballew the Biblical Recorder Raleigh N.C L. Johnson North Carolina J. F Love AM. Croxton Charles el. Taylor Alex W. Bealer Cartersville John F Eden Monroe R B. Headden Rome EB. L. Thomson RL. Berner Forsyth G. W. Gardner Greenwood Miss Emma Amos H. G. Jackson Monroe College For Women William Wray Waynesboro Mr. Massey Thameston F.C. McConnell Lynchburg B. ¥. Masters Beech Island S.C J. L. White Macon Crescent City W. J. Northen Govemor Northen New Orleans

State Treasurer reports more claims filed against Manhattan Pure

The state treasurer notes additional deposits raise total claims to about 35,000. If trends continue, Georgia claimants may receive only about 3 cents on the dollar unless new provisions are made. Previous policy reduced deposit requirements from 8000 to 10000, with higher sums once believed to protect all Georgia claims.

Uu Rark Elaine Manhattan Pure ‘Tnedrange Park Big Vete Georgina Georgia

Concerts at Grant Park by Georgia State Band Tonight

Georgia State Band will play at Grant Park this evening as crowds gather. Special cars will run from all routes to shuttle attendees to the park for the Sunday concert. Prof. James I. Jones in Atlanta reports the band’s appearance, with Jones delivering lectures across the country.

Georgia State Band Grant Park James I. Jones Atlanta Jones L Jones Columbia S. C Jones Masonic College Covington, Ga South

City Park Rules Adopted by Commissioners

The park commissioners yesterday adopted rules and regulations for city parks. Violations carry a ten dollar fine and thirty days in jail, with strict enforcement by city police and all park employees.

Board of Park Commissioners W. T. Moyers Recorder Atlanta Board of Police Commissioners

Hamp Mosss Mule a Candidate for Asylum

Hamp Moss, an elderly owner, pleads insanity for his mule after the animal feasts on fine roses and lawns, prompting a $575 fine and a warning from Recorder Broyles. A separate case sees Rev Crayton, a plasterer preacher, fined for practicing without a license as he explains his long stint in the plastering trade. Miss Anne May Knight, missing after spending a night with a friend, returns home to the relieved parents amid scattered theories of foul play.

Hamp Moss Hamp Howers Ham Tils Recorder Broyles Frayton Crayton Plas Rey Crayton Anne May Knight Clackhead Misa Knight Decatur and Butter Streets Fort McPneron Miss Knight

Lyceum Theatre Vaudeville Bill Receives Rousing Praise

Two large houses praised the Lyceum show yesterday calling it the best bit of the season. Adele Purvis Oarl and cast, Dixon Bowers, Mme Oarl, and others drew encores and strong notices amid a varied program including Forrester Floyd, the Willards, and a graph show. Next week features Milton and Dolly Nobles with the Crescent stock company presenting An Ec centric Tutor.

Lyceum Theater Lyceum Adele Purvis Oarl Burt Haverly Dixon Bowers Tixon World Merrilees Mme Oarl Attle Tsuda Babe Forrester Floyd Willards Milton Dolly Nobles

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