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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1908
Page
5
The document criticizes lenient naturalization practices and political manipulation, noting high numbers of New York naturalizations in 1868 and later fears of fraud. It describes new federal measures, fees, and procedures requiring declarations of intent, examinations, and bipartisan enforcement, with offices opened nationwide to curb unfitness.
Baltimore May 19 The Methodist Episcopal general conference debated episcopacy report proposing ten new bishops but after lengthy discussion and amendments the body decided to elect eight. The motion to raise the number to twelve was rejected and Bishop JM Thoblin of Indiana requested retirement. The committee also urged combining the publishing work under a board of twenty two managers ministers and laymen.
A local gathering in Birmingham showcased volunteer firemen from Georgia and Alabama with a large parade, elaborate floats, and bands performing along the route. Officials discussed immigrant naturalization scrutiny and fraud prevention, noting court time savings and faster decisions while stressing citizenship should not be sold or fraudulently gained.
New York May 1 Cotton trading interests shaken as fortysix New York cotton exchange members, including board of managers from 1905 and grade revision committee members, are subpoenaed to appear before the federal grand jury. The probe centers on Edwin S Holmes and seeks production of exchange books to uncover evidence likely tied to the Holmes case and prior crop reporting concerns. Floyd Reece faced murder charges for the Christmas killing of Robert Reece in this county, and was acquitted after trial.
Grace died at his Walden home after breakfast. He was a well known figure in the community. The funeral arrangements are to be announced for tomorrow.
The Presbyterian laymen's missionary movement holds a preliminary meeting in this city ahead of the Southern Presbyterian general assembly opening Thursday. Rev A L Phillips presided as the group discussed higher Christian standards and fellowship. Attendees include delegates from several states and visitors from New York and Washington DC.
The Giffen company presents The Prisoner of Zenda at the Grand Monday and Tuesday with milinees on Wednesday and Saturday. The show receives enthusiastic support from theatergoers and reviewers praise the production, led by George Foster Plate and Mr Giffen, for faithful adaptation and high production values. The Bijou revival of Thorns and Orange Blossoms, with Edna Earle Linden, also draws crowds and favorable notices for its balanced cast and engaging entertainment devices.
Harrisburg May 19 With Bryan and Bryan forces claiming control of a Republican Democrat delegates to the Denver convention, the Democratic state convention here tomorrow is expected to be one of the finest. Guffey opposes instructing delegates at large for any Nebraska candidate. Lansing May 19 After a three hour session the central committee indicated irregularities but expected convention endorsement for Bryan and to instruct Michigan delegates for him. Covington May 9 The board of trustees reelected the entire High school faculty, with Professor RE Sessions of Harvard as principal. Graduation ceremonies will be brief on May 22.
The Southeastern Bill Posters' Association elected officers in Montgomery Alabama and adjourned to meet next year in Chattanooga. New officers include President Vanburen of Memphis, Vice President Frank Powers of Macon, GA, Secretary-Treasurer Charles Collins Jathron Tent, Directors Henry Brooks of Chattanooga and Ben Thelss of Birmingham.
A self help health note extols rest for an inflamed stomach and urges nourishing, steady digestion. It promotes Kodol as a universal digestant that can replace digestive juices, claims immediate results, and offers a money back guarantee with a signed bottle warranty from H C Dewitt & Co of Chicago.
A court transcript recounts Loeb and others pursuing Senator Platts love letters in 1903. Miss Wood testified about a signed statement by Miller and a release agreement, with defendants denying involvement. Wynne and Secretary Loeb deny knowledge of the allegations as the divorce suit unfolds in New York and Washington.
Death notices from Atlanta and surrounding areas report Eugene Thrower former Atlantan dead and funeral plans to bring his body to Atlanta for service and interment. Also listed are Charles Murphey Clanton infant son of Mr and Mrs Clanton with services in Atlanta and Westview Cemetery, and Mrs A M Graham of Birmingham who died at Mrs Clayton’s home with interment at Westview. Swainsboro mourns K Word Stewart at 20, wife and mother of Mack Lawson and niece of portmaster GF Flanders. Gertrude Veale of Swainsboro dies in Norristown. three children survive wife of FI Vesio.
Police were called to quell a free for all in the city council chamber as a bitter dispute over the yearly city contract led eleven lower board members to refuse a joint session with the aldermen. A skirmish followed before officers intervened and the contract was eventually let.
Publishers from twelve southern states met in Charlotte at the Hotel Sel vent with Edgar M Foster presiding. About fifty attendees heard reports from Hanner Secretars Von Hanson and toured the city, then attended a baseball game. An SM Club smoke followed with a banquet planned for tomorrow night. guests included EM Hood and Southern railroad officials Tayloe and Hardwick.
An advertisement touts Eclipse Catarrh Cure as giving instant relief from catarrh with a sample and trial treatment offered. Credited claims praise from M C Black of Anderson SC and urges readers to request a trial package and booklet, promising a permanent cure and widespread testimonials.
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