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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1905
Page
19
A presiding elder describes appointing a second investigation committee in a long controversy over a pastor’s alleged misconduct. He recounts pressuring for a fair trial, facing charges of Methodist church corruption, and a trial that exonerated the minister while condemning others, amid a climate of public scrutiny and intra church disputes.
Dramatic official note from St Petersburg reports a planned uprising by sailors and troops at Sebastopol influenced by socialist propaganda. Mutinous demonstrations spread to seven army units, with serious wounding of Vice Admiral Pisarevghi and widespread red flag protests across the city. The Black Sea fleet and Odessa parallels loom as control remains uncertain.
The Hartwell Methodist church submits a protest signed by 29 members disapproving any investigation into Dr Waylworth Wadsworth. A letter from Willard W. Wadsworth requests his relocation amid conflict with church authorities, criticizing the conference and describing alleged corruption and a factional struggle within the church.
Memorial events honor Roosevelt Taavana with tributes and services as communities reflect on his impact. Attendees gather at local venues to remember his leadership and legacy, while programs include remarks from colleagues and officials praising his public service.
Mrs Weston recounts a parlor duel over Florence with Dr Kenyon and Mr Dickerson. Dr Kenyon shot after a heated confrontation at the Grand theater. he claims self defense. Kenyon was wounded and held at Grady hospital while Dickerson was arrested.
An 80 page pamphlet from Draughone Practical Business Colleges challenges Prof Byrnes shorthand speed claims. It cites stenographers and business men alleging students under Byrnes plan write far fewer words than claimed. The piece includes judge remarks and references a late 715 examination under Draugh’s propositions.
Lieutenant Kimbrough of the Twenty-seventh Infantry United States Army is stationed at the University of Georgia as commandant of cadets. He has won the esteem of students faculty and citizens. The board of trustees approved funds for a large flagstaff a student band and arms and equipment costing nearly 7900 with bond securing safekeeping.
The Atlanta Lecture Association announces Dr Morgan Wood of Cleveland will lecture next Friday evening December 1, his first Atlanta appearance. Known from Barnesville Chautauqua and praised as a powerful orator, he will present Where Are We At at Plymouth Congregational Church, Cleveland.
Peachtree Auditorium on Peachtree street announces a full management change. Ed Whiting and his assistants retire. Whiting heads to Birmingham to run a rink there. New instructors and floor manager are described as expert and courteous. The rink aims to resume morning sessions for ladies and children, continue nightly musical concerts, and maintain its status as a popular Atlanta attraction with ongoing features and learning opportunities.
Rate committee adjourned in Washington after a session on proposed rate legislation. Senators planned further discussion as the committee aims to push the measure next Tuesday for consideration and possible votes.
The conference marked a slow routine phase with hearings and ministry entrants while Dr Bradley Mmede faced acquittal after a committee review. Delegates selected for the next general conference include ministers H Fakes, W D Glenn, Berg, Hammond, Allen, Robins, with lay delegates such as George Napier and J D Walker shaping Swainsboro district’s eventful schedule.
Brief death notices report Miss Odessa Webb of Carrollton typhoid fever at 16 and Miss Helen Porter of Newbern at 22 both to be buried after funeral services. Also Mrs G B Powell of Waycross died after illness and Morgan Kirksey died from a wound in Columbus after a police shooting. Funeral arrangements are listed with locations and times.
The Georgia Annual Conference missionary meeting drew a large crowd and featured remarks by the president of the Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church South. Sarah Lea presided, Farrie Ferderwn spoke, and Mrs Digshy Stone discussed tree creation. The gathering raised about 2,000 for elders and funds distributed to support church endeavors, with Tomu row and JW Gilbert noted for leadership roles. Delegates planned travel on the Southern Railroad route to the north and south from Jackson.
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