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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1905
Page
7
A vintage advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as the cure for kidney, liver, and bladder trouble. It cites testimonials and a persuasive offer for a free sample bottle and informational book, urging readers to mail their address to Binghamton New York.
In New York City a heated mayoralty contest shows heavy betting and claims of a close result. Jerome defends independence from political bosses while urging graft-free government as Henneberry reports a strong Jerome turnout at Cooper Union.
Milton Franklin Andrews sought for the Colorado Springs murder of Bessie Bouton, killed a woman and himself in Berkeley after a meal with a man named Dills. Officers tracked them to 748 Weallister Street San Francisco. Evidence included dismemberment tools and acid. A reward of 5200 offered. Also Washington J Quiggle, private secretary to Thomas Walsh, shot his wife then killed himself in their Brunswick Apartments. Mrs Quiggle injured.
On the eve of the election Ohio voters face uncertainty despite heavy registration and intense campaigning. Defections from Governor Herrick are admitted by Republicans, while Myron T Herrick runs against John M Pattison backed by the anti saloon league. Local option debates, Brannock law amendments, and protests over use of office mark a tense final day as forecasts differ on Herrick’s plurality and Pattison’s prospects.
An armed Bay Minette group moves toward Daphne to seize county records and 50 prisoners after a 1900 law moved the seat to Bay Minette. Executives fear violence as sheriff and court officials face penalties and deputies mobilize to prevent seizure.
Salt Lake City November 6 at close of municipal campaign the first authoritative statement on President Joseph F Smith attitude was printed The News editor Penrose supports Mayor Morris Democrat for reelection The announcement says Smith is not interfering with the election and offers no counsel to voters Reed Smoot backs Chief Lynch Republican Gentile betting 2 to 1 against Morris Providence Rhode Island November 1 a sharp Rhode Island gubernatorial fight ends with each party claiming victory while both concede a close result Republicans claim control of the lower house of legislature
An advertisement claims Scott’s Emulsion cures colds and prevents pneumonia by strengthening the body. It emphasizes winter susceptibility and urges readers to purchase from Scott & Browne in New York at 409 Pearl Street.
Hoston November 6 The Massachusetts state election battle centers on the ticket with Republicans predicting Guild for governor and Draper for lieutenant governor while Democrats tout Whitney Bartlett and Whitnes. Lodge faces strong tariff attack as Whitney’s railroad record is questioned. Republicans expect a Republican legislature but fear Lodge’s personality could sway tomorrow’s vote.
A Philadelphia mayoral proclamation denounces an election scheme by Sheriff James L Wiles and vows to mobilize city police and special patrols to protect voters and election officers. The plan includes hundreds of sworn officers, many from universities, with both parties preparing legal teams and bail networks.
Early returns and party spokesmen project about 150000 votes in a state election featuring full state ticket. Democrats seek a 20000 majority for Claude Swanson with some Republicans estimating a smaller win. Officials avoid firm forecasts while acknowledging a likely Democratic result as turnout size will shape the outcome.
November 6 reports from Louisville describe municipal and county election outcomes with Democratic and Fusion party managers claiming narrow pluralities between 5000 and 7000 votes. Both sides accuse fraudulent registration and order workers not to carry arms while Fusion plans unarmed patrols to deter fraud and ensure a fair count.
After a two day finish to a bitter municipal campaign in Indianapolis both parties express confidence in the outcome for tomorrow's election. Wagers total around 209 dollars with Bookwalter, the Republican candidate, favored at two to one.
Mrs W C Huddleston died at her home on Hulhard Street after a lingering illness at 10 30 this morning. Funeral services are set for 2 PM today at Grace Methodist Church, with Rev J S Jeams and Rev Charlies Nisbet officiating. She was 50 and survived by eight children and several relatives. Pallbearers are listed and a special car will take mourners to Westview Cemetery for interment.
A fragmented passage notes that women's care of children and household duties exhaust their vitality and cause headaches backache and fatigue leading to various forms of weakness. It advises when feeling tired to take rest or remedies as implied by the era.
An old advertisement from Alana Iowa promotes Dr Miles Restorative Nervine claiming direct effects on nerves and vitality. The piece includes patient testimonials such as a 73 year old woman and references to dosage and treatment aims.
Short notices from local life include a Cherokee Society meeting at 11 in the city council chamber for annual officers. Colonel R F E Abbott is president and Terrell secretary. 91 Cherokee county residents are members. Also the Evangel Ministers Association decided to pursue the Ponce de Leon Amusement Co. case, with Dr Holderby chairing a committee to investigate and push actions. Services for Miss Mati Taylor will be in Atlanta this afternoon at 4, with burial to follow in Cornersville, Miss Taylor was 42. Mrs James Wallace died yesterday afternoon at 4 at 2667 2 Decatur Street. funeral in Roswell, Ga.
Interest rises as the South Side Promotion and Development Club schedules a mass meeting at East Point Public School Tuesday at 8 pm. The group, formed two months ago, draws residents from six milita districts south of Atlanta including Est Point College Park Hapeville, South Bendersants, and Blackhall to hear the executive report and discuss improvements for the area.
Pioneering South West farming prospects are promoted with pecan and alfalfa profitability. The Frisco System offers guidance, low travel rates, and subscription to Southwest magazine as part of a broad promotional push aimed at encouraging investment and relocation to the Great Southwest.
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