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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1908
Page
7
Reports from London and Berlin show Chancellor von Buelow stepping down amid a heated controversy over the emperor's utterances and the handling of foreign affairs. Observers note German public unrest and possible shifts toward a more autocratic stance impacting Britain and the entente outlook.
Dr John Millar Moore, late Lance surgeon in the American navy, arrived aboard the steamer New York from Cherbourg with custody from Ville Eyreard asylum. He had been confined for months in a French public asylum. Hospital authorities refused responsibility for his relocation. relatives secured passage with American ambassador aid.
A long serving sergeant, Sheridan, stands among police veterans at the station after twenty eight years in service. The piece notes his active role during the fair, and discusses street paving and improved patrol routes on Peachtree and nearby avenues. It details a late night visit by veterans seeking information on arrests, and a humorous incident with Judge Brosles granting probation after mixing city life with old army ties.
Earl V. D. Haskell dies following a prolonged bout of hiccups. A veteran frontiersman and protector of animals, he served with the U S Army, aided the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and was linked to cultural and fraternal orders. He will be buried with Masonic honors in Westview Cemetery after a church service in New Orleans.
Naval experts test steam siren and whistle performances to assess range. Findings show steam siren under seventy two pounds steam pressure could be heard about forty miles, steam whistle about twenty miles, and a whistling buoy near the lighthouse board heard up to seventeen miles.
Eddie Moore, son of Hon R. C Moore of Carrabelle, Florida, was killed yesterday in Pensacola after stepping from a coach platform and falling between the cars. The accident, reported tonight, occurred as Moore lost his footing and plummeted onto the rail line.
Frederick B. Alexander and Beals C. Wright of the United States reached Brisbane en route to Melbourne to compete for the Davis Cup. The pair are in good health and confident of winning the cup, with the final decision set for mid November.
The Progressive Farmer prints letters and telegrams on cotton crops from state farmers and union leaders. Reports show wide regional variation with North Carolina 75 to 90 percent of last year, Georgia around 800000 bales, and Alabama slightly larger than last year. The overall tone suggests yields larger than last year but early marketing due to prices, while boll weevil damage in Mississippi and parts of Louisiana and Georgia threatens future planting. Some farmers foresee abandoning cotton or reducing acreage, even as markets test 10 cents per pound.
In a hard fought footing trial overcharging claims the Montgomery Traction Company won 61500 dollars from the Montgomery Light and Waterpower Company. The suit involved 39000 dollars alleged overcharge and drew leading Alabama and New York lawyers to the case.
Early today the body of Pitan Hall was found on the Gyabgurd Aly Line tracks near the Golt Ling junction with the head severed and a side wound. Coroner Coney conducted an inquest. the jury returned a verdict that Hall was killed by an unknown party and his body placed on a seaboard line moving train.
Two thousand sailors from the American fleet landing at Amoy enjoyed a European luncheon and a Chinese dinner at the reception grounds. Chinese Admiral Malley addressed the gathering while the fleet commanders toasted. The dowager empress and Pang Lang attended, and a temple tea was served at 4 PM with officers and foreign residents present. The German cruiser Niobe departed later that afternoon.
A colossal religious pageant in Boston marks the centenary of the Catholic Diocese of Boston. About 40 000 men from the four counties joined a long procession toward the archbishop's residence, with Cardinal Gibbons and Archbishop Williams among dignitaries. The event featured crowd guards, parade gates, and a ceremonial display as clergy led participants through the streets.
Reported defects in ships and armor upgrades discussed at a naval conference. Officials noted limited fixes possible for North Dakota and Delaware while proposing 8 inch protection around critical areas and an added forward fire control position. Plans for Florida and Utah class adjustments risk weight changes and reconstruction. No decision on the next battleship design or battery.
A large fire at Mulberry destroyed part of the Pramis Baxi? Phosphate Company plant. Firefighters battled flames for hours before containment. The blaze consumed the plant, a boarding house hotel, two private residences, dry bins, and general offices. Estimated loss around 100,000.
Ambassador Hill christens a ship named George Washington in a ceremonial tribute. The event, tied to Amer icu the Seven German Llvyd Company, reflects a formal compliment to American industry and ties between diplomacy and naval symbolism.
Rev H L Edmonson presided as 31 babies from six months to eight years were baptized at the Atlanta Methodist church. The service drew a large crowd with godparents and family in attendance as the pastor announced future baptisms and praised the day as a historic church moment.
A garbled review rundown details upcoming acts at the Grand Carfane and Bijou theaters. It highlights a visiting musical drama with German roots, a strong vaudeville bill led by Borthner, and the Orpheum showing with Pavning the French scientist. It notes good audience reception and plans for weeklong matinees, plus mentions of The Red Mill and other attractions in Amelia.
In Pensacola Florida on November 1 customs officials seized the American schooner Freddie W Alton of Boston after inspecting its log and questioning crew. Captain Daly disappeared as inquiries began. The vessel, originally sailing from Beaton on September 1, allegedly aimed for Lavrador but steered toward the Mexican coast then to Pensacola while the crew of twelve far exceeded typical fishing crews.
A fragmented notice describes a reunion program to be held November 24 to 25 in conjunction with the Confederate veterans reunion. It mentions Captain Sexton Montgomery and Dr Clarence I Owens of Abbeville, with General George P Harrison and Admtact General Hervey Jones publishing the orders for the veterans.
Schequer Holland wire from New York reports a blaze aboard the steamer Caracas of the Red D line traveling from Caracas to New York. The ship passed 272 miles south of Sand Hook as the schooner Lile L Pollard burned to the waterline. The gunboat Paducah stood by the Pollard. Pollard Captain Powell left Vernandina Florida October 10. Vessel 471 tons burthen.
A flagman was struck by a Southern railway train near Macon a noon. The crash injured the flagger Stewart and another worker named Martha while a freight train and passenger cars moved on the main line. The missing flagman was later reported dead. details remain fragmentary as investigators search the wreckage and track area.
A skeleton was uncovered at Mount Vernon near a road construction site. Nearby items include a gold watch a tie and a calendar. The remains are linked to a two year old enslavement claim by a workman who supposedly helped in the road project. The report notes possible identification of the dead man and notes the state and county origins mentioned.
Thousands of Confederates attended the consecration of the tomb and monument in Metairie cemetery honoring General George Moorman founder of the United Confederate Veterans. Moorman, a Kentucky native who died in New Orleans, promoted the idea of a Confederate veterans organization and hosted the first convention.
Attorneys say William Adler former president of State National Bank of New Orleans will return from Honduras to face indictments in U S court. Adler disappeared after arrival by steamer Ips from a supplies run for Adler Wheatsheaf Grocery. The bank later liquidated. Wreck of the steamer Aine near Honduras left Adler and son ashore with a small iron chest. An inspector’s report led to indictments over bank loan conduct during the panic.
Oscar Wilght and three other convicts escaped from Bibb county camp by boring through floorboards. Wilght is recaptured and to serve twenty-two months. Phillips, Walace, and R C Gonkendrea remain at large as authorities search for them.
In Heidelberg county near Lexington, Ephraim Angel and Harve Ross fought today. Angel was shot and killed while Ross was severely wounded. The incident occurred by November 1 with unknown motive and authorities report Ross is expected to recover.
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