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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1913
Page
9
General Dorsey reports detectives pressed by Conteys confession and doubts over dates. Chief Sanford cites Conleys diary as key, while Beavers withholds facts. Beavers notes no change to affidavit, avoiding details of the investigation into the Phagano case.
The ad touts ready-made suits as faster and cheaper than made-to-measure options. For $18 to $50, customers receive in-wool fabrics with style and tailoring, with a satisfaction guarantee from Hart Schaffner & Marx Good Clothes Makers.
Chief Sanford contests a revised timing claim regarding the murder notes. He testified the crucial hour four minutes to three in the afternoon remains unchanged from the original affidavit. The Burns agent Tobie left for Chicago amid factional wrangles and hinted at future Burns involvement, praising police progress and predicting a conviction based on evidence not yet public.
Detective Chief Lanford signs a statement offering to rid Atlanta of two nuisances by handing over A S Colgar to Knoxville without requisition papers and sending Colonel Felder to Columbia as a detective. Felder treats it lightly but asserts he has done nothing wrong and seeks a full investigation while police probe the Phagan murder case and Conley’s confession remains unsettled.
The article details conflicting sightings of a man identified as Conley by Mrs White who later denies seeing the suspect. Detectives discuss the Burns agency withdrawal, Tobie’s findings against suspected superintendents, and Conley's alleged notes. Foreman Holloway’s testimony links Conley to recent drink trouble and second-floor work near female workers at the pencil plant.
The Frisco railroad faced receivership after a secret court conference led to the appointment of receivers Mr West and Mr Winchell. Attorneys for creditors opposed, but Judge Sanborn approved the move as special commissioner Thomas Fauntleroy represented the court. The North American company holds major collateral on first mortgage bonds and a flat mortgage on a subsidiary. The line’s long‑running financial troubles stem from 1911–12 floods, wage costs, and money market conditions.
Berlin May 27 The Imperial Supreme Court voided as against public policy a contract between Standard Oil Companys Germany subsidiary and its chief competitor German Petroleum Sales Company. The contract gave the latter only one fifth of the business in Germany and was deemed improper.
Springer Oklahoma May 27 Muss Lela Hesterley twenty years old shot Walter Hickman while he rode by her home on heres bark last night as he fell he attempted to draw his pistol from its scabbard then the girl rushed him and shot again killing him She was arrested and placed in jail Hickman was recently arrested charged with firing into Hesterlys home He was bound for Ardmore to bond and keep the peace when the incident occurred.
The Senate debates the use of federal inquiry into state actions during martial law in West Virginia. Senators Bacon Reed Root and others argue on legality, protection of rights, and potential transfers to federal courts, with a sweeping resolution granting Education and Labor Committee authority to investigate peonage immigration and antitrust issues, and potential trip to the strike region.
Richard Henry Austin, accused slayer of Dr S C Moore, was wounded and captured at dusk near Marvin Gilea’s residence seven miles above Newington. Sheriff Morris led a Barnwell county posse. Austin resisted and was struck down. He may be transported to Luray South Carolina pending travel feasibility.
A 15 year old Willie Everett told a Constitution reporter at the police station he wants daytime work and nighttime schooling. He described a life of hardship after his parents died, seeking a job to fund an education and recalling a kindly preacher who inspired him to study.
Delegates to the grand lodge of the 1 F of Georgia arrive in Savannah for a convention with W Coleman grand master and Daughters of Rebekah present. A noon luncheon, hotel information bureau, and a Thursday boat ride for 1500 attendees are planned amid public welcomes by Mayor Davant and T M Haynes. The weather is expected to be favorable. A Rose Hill lodge degree team will compete for the grand prize in Savannah.
Washington May 27 Senator Pomerene of Ohio drew ire by reading a letter from Governor Cox attacking Senators Goff of West Virginia and Gallinger of New Hampshire over remarks on the governor’s refusal to send troops to Cincinnati during a street car strike. The Republican side urged expunging it but the letter stood after Goff and Gallinger rebutted Cox and Pomerene said he did not break senate rules.
Union May 27 Thomas Cary Duncan mayor of Union will likely marry Joseph T Johnson of Spartanburg to contest the national house seat next summer. Duncan, aged 60, has long led major industrial interests in the region and is serving his second term as mayor. He is the son of the late Bishop W W Duncan.
An old advertisement extols Groves Tasteless Tonic as a general strength booster. It claims to drive out malaria and biliousness and serve as a trusted tonic and appetite enhancer. The copy targets pitiful children and adults seeking improved appetite and vitality.
Two engineers died and several others were injured when passenger trains No 1 westbound and No 12 eastbound collided head on on the Missouri Pacific railroad near Brant Missouri today. The crash involved a number of passengers and occurred in broad daylight, disrupting service in the area.
The notice describes AUTO- QI, branded as the Oi of Quality, stored in steel barrels and half barrels by Huguley Oil Company. It emphasizes no leakage and highlights the packaging method for distribution and quality assurance.
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