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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1913
Page
1
Thousands arrive by special trains for Presbyterian conclave events on evangelism education and missions across many churches today with assemblies planned tomorrow.
Wednesday events list multiple conferences at Baptist, Presbyterian, and other churches. Education, Evangelism, College Presidents, Theological Seminary, Laymen Missionary Movement, and Foreign Missions hold sessions morning, afternoon, and evening with USA commissioners present.
A large earnest gathering met yesterday for the opening session of the Presbyterian educational conference in Atlanta marking the start of a ten day conclave. Evangelism education and missions will be discussed with many notable leaders and a joint assembly planned among four major Presbyterian bodies.
The Police Commission and City Council debated appointing a sergeant to replace KS Foster. A 4 to 4 tie left Chief Beavers and the board in a stalemate over civil service rules and selection authority. Meanwhile 46 applicants passed exams. 12 will be sworn in as patrolmen today with others on the eligible list. Mayor Woodward backed board control of the appointment and urged rapid Bertillon system funding.
Quitman Georgia May 13 Bryant Folsom found guilty of voluntary manslaughter by jury. Folsom shot and killed David Waldron during Christmas holidays after Waldron allegedly sent an insulting card to Folsom’s sister. Waldron apologized and the affair appeared settled amicably.
Johnson a champion heavyweight fighter found guilty on all seven counts of a federal white slave law violation for transporting Belle Schreiber from Pittsburgh to Chicago in 1910. Jury verdict after an hour. Maximum penalty five years, or $19,000 fine, or both. A bid to confine him in county jail was denied. bond set at $10,000. Trial ended. motion for new trial filed with arguments to May 19. Johnson testified he sent money but denied arranging transport or telegrams. Continued on page two.
A Mary Phagan handwriting poem found by J W Coleman may provide clues for Solicitor General Dorsey in the murder investigation. Coleman says the verses show the girl’s writing and include a portrait of her father’s claim to cleverness, with lines praising his abilities to fix problems and help others.
Dr. S. S. Gilson, veteran Presbyterian minister and longtime convention attendee, has arrived in Atlanta to cover the great Presbyterian assembly for The Constitution. He has served in Kentucky and other states and is regarded as a leading convention press expert.
Asheville NC May 13 Seventeen years after the offense Joseph B Dickerson director of the defunct First National bank of this city was found guilty of conspiracy in connection with the bank failure. He is to serve a prison term of two years in the penitentiary. Dickerson was sentenced and placed in marshal custody to be taken to Atlanta tomorrow. Major Breese president of the bank had been ordered to report for sentence but was not present. his bond was forfeited and a capias issued for his arrest. The case has spanned sixteen years ending with a Supreme Court confirmation of lower court judgments.
Mrs Longstreet widow of Confederate General accepts offer from Colonel Albert Boone in Clarksburg W Va to work in his Gainesville Georgia office at 800 dollars yearly. She notes she is suited for the work and cites General Longstreet’s prior war service and loyalty to the Union.
Anderson SA May primary opens a two day session for the twenty third annual convention of the Odd Fellows of South Carolina. The grand encampment met tonight with business sessions to follow and the convention closes at noon Thursday.
Room for rent in a neat wood-paneled apartment at 8 West Peachirse Street. Nicely furnished single rooms available. close to Ivy neighborhood amenities and transit.
A man on a train read the Rooms For Rent column in The Constitution Classified and, upon arriving at the depot, went directly to the address to engage the rooms. The ad cost 20 cents, and the notice encourages others to spend similar amounts. Phone Want Ads and replies.
In Selma Alabama on May 13 Jack Bell aged 17 is jailed on a charge of killing his father. The elder son supposedly rebuked his father for paying attention to a neighborhood young woman while fishing at Boguechitte creek. The father reportedly reached for a gun and the elder son shot him. In the confusion the younger son fell into the creek and drowned.
A brief editorial urges women to read newspaper ads in The Constitution to learn thrift. It emphasizes that thrift comes from buying the right goods at the right prices and that careful reading of ads is the sure way to know what and when to buy.
A bustling advertisement highlights Swift's Premium hams at 18½ per pound, fresh California peaches, curtains at a discount 25 to 33 percent, lemons at 12¾ per dozen, Royal Wilton rugs priced at 23.50, country eggs at 16 1/3 per dozen, rubber-sole women’s oxford shoes around 3.85, and women’s hats from 95 cents up to 4 dollars. The page promises more good things to learn about.
Washington May 13 Senate held extended executive session on W J Harris of Georgia to head the census, with Republicans filibustering to block confirmation until July 1 when Durand retires. Debate centered on qualifications, precedent, and a possible long session to thwart the nomination.
Beavers chief announced an immediate closure of beer service at the establishment. City attorney notes under former conditions many saloons sold beer on streets, in restaurants, and private homes, orders curb all such sales to enforce minors prohibition.
Officials pursue a theory involving Mary Phagan handwriting notes as new clues. Dorsey and Sanford refuse to confirm arrests while investigators question sources, interview Mrs Barrett, and weigh evidence ahead of a grand jury.
Local showers expected Wednesday and probably Thursday with moderate south winds. Temperature range 53 to 80 degrees, mean around 67. Rainfall in past 24 hours measured at 0.09 inches, with moisture deficit since the start of March about 0.73 inches and since Jan 1 around 1.12 inches.
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