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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1875
Page
2
Fragmented wartime style notes describe a railroad incident where passengers seized a moving train and caused chaos, alongside political chatter about amendments, arrests, and calls for reconciliation. The lettered snippets mention Major Thomas O Connor Co and various regional officials amid a broader tapestry of 19th century civic life.
The Hiter for the mew Bt. I at Fick's Cathedral on Fifth avenue outlines a grand marble reredos and tabernacle project. Structures include a two story central tower with a 15 foot 6 inch spire, red and green marble columns, niches with Passion and Apostles figures, and a Carrara marble tabernacle crowned by a crucifix, all crafted with costly stones and gilt bronze accents.
An impertinent witness testifies to a tense confrontation at the bell tower, detailing a hidden standoff and heated exchange. The account mentions a seized moment and the involvement of local observers, framing a quiet yet charged scene.
A mistrial of the sexton Piper unfolds with testimony about his alleged kidnapping of girls at the church. The pastor and police detail Piper’s behavior, eluding to ominous acts and a possible motive rooted in obscene reading, as Piper is jailed for murder and denied bail.
A large crowd gathers in Toccoa Georgia for a festive event with entertainment including rope walking by Harwick generating cheers and lunch baskets among attendees. The page also notes a steam-lifter in Lynchburg completing trials and a planned through rail route from New Orleans to Baltimore via several hubs.
A Fortnightly Club breakfast at the Grand Pacific honored Mme Ristori and Mme Lander. Guests included Mrs Lander and Mrs Loonie Seated near Mme Histori were Mrs MacVeagh, Mrs Menrotia, Mrs Mitchell, and Mrs Matz while Mrs McGregor Adams led the English end. The event featured an Italian declamation by Madame Ristori, presented amid festive banter and flowers.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a confusion of names and events inside a car. It mentions a large conductor, an 8 gauge color, a seizure of a station, and a pair of twins a few months old.
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