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Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1909

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Mothers Day Observance Spread by Governors and Proclamations

A Philadelphia woman credited with origin of Mothers Day is honored as proclamations sweep the nation. Governors urge observance with white carnations symbolizing purity and love. Civil War veteran orders also promote the day.

Henry M. Nevius Grand Army India Mins Zoris Zhe Han Vesey South Dakota Glasacosk West Virginia

Mrs Sage Gift Boosts Berry School Endowment Effort

A visit by Robert C Ogden and party to Martha Berry's Mountain Boys School near Rome spurs a $938000 contribution from Mrs Sage and Georgia supporters toward a permanent endowment. The gift, aided by Andrew Carnegie’s £26000 and matching potential, advances the school’s plan for a lasting educational plant serving mountain youth.

Rome Robert C. Ogden Jama Destz Sage Betnit Ferciss Martha Berry School For Mountaineers Gomea Ogden Mise Berry’ School Tio Edpot Georgia Conference For Education South Robert Gyden Berry School Misa Berry Campbell Russett Rage Fund Mina Berry Romp Life School Ming Berry Miss Berry Mra Sage Cones Wilsea Georgia Mountain Boys Andrew Carnegie Mra

Balloon Explodes on Landing Near Jackson Neb

An Army balloon from Fort Omaha landed near Jackson Neb after ascending at 1018 this morning. The explosion occurred a few feet from the ground scattering wreckage. Capt Chandler and Lt Ware, who piloted the craft, were knocked down but not seriously hurt. The craft reached 4400 feet, was driven north by wind, and a message drop near Tekamah was not picked up.

Omaha Neb Fort Omaha Jackson Wan Bag Wee Chandler Ate Stoux City Chandler Believen Tekamah Captain Chander Lieuenant Ware

Five defendants convicted in Georgia turpentine trust case

Hash Sholler Boardman Myers and Moller found guilty in Savannah on counts to monopolize interstate trade. Jury returns verdict after four weeks. Charles DeLoach found not guilty. Sentencing set to include maximum one year in prison and a 5000 dollar fine. defense plans motion for new trial as prosecutors and defense clash over conduct and scope of conspiracy.

Sevanneah Ga Gulliv Turpentine Trust Nash American Naval Stores Company Spencer P Shetter Ha Board George Meade Bourdman New York Ile JFL Carl Moller Jackasonville Pla Jacksonville National Transportation and Terminal Company Charles J Deloach Gailey Merrow Marpag National Transportation and Termine Compant Autocina Ravannah Peasion Wiliam Sheppard Sheppard Alex Akerman Hamuel B Adame Genecm P. W Meldrim William Toomer Incheyarills Batte

Watson to Speak at Horseshoe Bend Commemoration

Montgomery May 10 Senator Charles A Culberson of Texas and Thomas Watson of Georgia will speak at ceremonies marking the Battle of Horseshoe Bend in Tallapoosa County Alabama on July 3 Culberson is a native of Tallapoosa County.

Tom Watson Montgomery Ala Charles A Culberson Texas Thomas Watson Georgia Horseshoe Bend Tallapocaa County Alabama Culberson Tallapooss County

McDowell Dying After Alabama Shooting

Huntaville Alabama report says McDowell, shot Friday by W L Haisey, was “dying” with all hopes for recovery abandoned. Local authorities continued to investigate the case as relatives gathered at the hospital.

McDowell Huntavtile W L. Haisey

Rival Auditors Chosen to Probe Atlanta City Books

Two auditors, Alonso Richardson and William Ho Sheldon, are engaged by city officials and a subcommittee to examine Atlanta’s bookkeeping systems. A third, potentially, may join. The council committee meets to decide on the investigation scope and methods, including a possible card filing system and a city map of properties to aid tax assessments.

Council Committee Wiliam Ho Sheldon Sheldon Audit Co Candler Building Atianta Acnaunta Ita Uie Bir Rheidon Alonso Richardson Sheldon wHl Eneoral Council Shindon Richardson Acta Atlanta Chicago Detroit Newark T. Collier Special Council Haskint & Solle Felix Zamp Sanitary Department Jentzen Camp Tax Appensor Ania J L. Hackson Tax Ensors Asees Cawnton Jnst Tax Assensor Steve Statrman Chambera Council Investigating Committee Ritys

Deserter Professor West Sentenced On Swindle Charge

clairvoyant and alleged swindler Professor Frank Weat alias May was found guilty of swindling Levi Armstrong out of 200. Judge L. Roan sentenced him to twelve months in the chaingang and six more in jail or a 1000 fine. Weat denied guilt claiming mistaken identity. Armstrong testified he paid 1900 in three 100 bills for hidden treasure. Mrs Horsley testified she lost diamonds after repeated visits to the 290 Washington street office.

Frank Weat May Atlanta Jury Iin Superior Iqourt Levi Armstrong L. & Roan Chalngeang Ista T. C. M Weaver Kittanning Armstrong Professor West Washington Street West Mon Armatresk Want Armstrong Saya Weat H Ceck Weet Jeasie Hornley Horsley Bteer Hadear Corpun West Wan John A. Boylin

Bitten by Dog Death Follows in Georgia City

T D Dial 43 died at home at 69 Forbeam avenue last night after being bitten by a pet dog in March. He was a repair shop foreman for Georgia Car Company and a member of the Red Men Fulton lodge Odd Fellows and Junior Order. Doctors from Pasteur Institute suggested hydrophobia, while others disagreed on the diagnosis.

T D Dial Forbeam Avenue Jie Georgia Car Company Cousegs Red Men Fulton Lodge Odd Fellawa Dra Brunner Harfte Pasteur Insttiute

Columbus Man Put Under Arrest In Wiggins Killing

Columbus police arrested Charlie Smith, a painter for Columbus Carriage Works, in connection with the shooting of Charlie Wiggins at his Butler home. Wiggins, who was visiting his wife, was attacked after returning from the station and remains in serious condition. Smith was taken into custody after leaving the train at Butler with an apparently secretive motive. he has not spoken. Reports say Wiggins is alive but severely injured.

Columbus Charlie Wiggins Butler Eit Charlie Smith Columus Smith Columbua Carriage Wickins

Call for Negro Convention in Columbus Ohio May 28

Boston notice announces the second annual Convention of the National Negro American Political League to convene in Columbus Ohio on May 28 and last two days Former Senator Joseph Foraker and Jason Brown son of John Brown are to address the gathering Meetings will review the political and social status of the colored race with attention to questions for improvement.

Boston Sas Natonal Negro American Political League Columbus Ohio Yan Joseph 2. Foraker Jason Brown John Brown Harpers Ferry Feme

Fragmentary testimony on West and prisoner appearance

A partial court transcript fragment portrays witnesses noting West’s heavier build and full head of hair while describing the prisoner as balding. The remarks reflect impressionistic testimony rather than firm identification.

Jordan Swain Put On Trial For Murder

The trial of Jordan Swain charged with murdering W oC Deasley last October began in Montgomery Superior Court. Mrs Fane Forkey testified she was forced into a compromising position near her parents home and saw Beasley shot four times. Swain appeared composed as the case continued with the court packed and witnesses describing events leading to the fatal shooting. The state was represented by E D Graham with aid from Smith and Cooper among others.

Vernon Ga Jordan Swain Deasley Montgomery Sra Atete Mre Fane Forkey Mra Forkey Awain Awajn Beasley Balin Loutalane Savannah Swain Awaln S Wain Mr Swain Olleltor E. D Graham AE Fmith John FR Cooper Maconv W. B Kent Mt. Vernon

Mother Handcuffed to Little Daughter on Street

Tacoma reports Mrs Kitanei Reed, formerly Mrs BT Ree, a Denver real estate heir, appeared with her young daughter handcuffed together. She claimed two kidnapping attempts had been made and that the linked cuffs would protect her child.

Tacoma Warah Mayo Kitanei Reed Ree Denver Reed

German banks refuse Turkish depositor transfers

A May 10通知 announces that German banks will not deliver former Turkish deposits to representatives of the new Turkish government. The document notes the banks’ deliberate delay or refusal in transferring assets amid evolving Turkish leadership.

Abdul Hamid Cologne Boetntacha Faltung Simi Anitan Turkey

Robert Eilenberg Dies in Montgomery

Robert Eilenberg a well known musical composer died in Montgomery today after a brief illness His remains will be shipped to Clifton New Jersey for burial confirming his passing and honoring his career with European performances noted in the obituary

Momery Elienbarg Europe Hmilen Clinton Vuriel

Aldrich Boasts of Democratic Help on Tariff Lead Vote

Aldrich cites Democratic support as crucial in passing the lead tariff schedule. The vote split along party lines, with Hughes of Grady and McEnery of Louisiana joining Republicans on protective duties, while other Democrats aligned with the GOP on various articles. The result tests Republican insurgent strength and the committee’s finance recommendations.

Ty Jobs Corrizan Jrshington Hughes Grady McEnery Louisiana Aldrich Calé Neltisn Dean Thia McFnery Tiinots Tartir Virginia Senator McEnery Kimmete Genstor Cathernon McEnnery Committee On Finance House of Representatives Senate Aldrich Insurgenta Hey

Weather Forecast Fragment for Georgia

Fragmentary weather note predicts fair conditions in the southeast portion Wednesday with rising temperatures and light winds in the northwest area.

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