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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1914
Page
4
Authorities probe the murder of Adams Boggs a Florida attorney and his 18 year old daughter Marjorie whose charred bodies were found at their country home. Police say no new facts or clues have emerged and efforts continue to identify the perpetrators.
Statewide manhunt in Florida as Miami police seek two slayers after a fatal home attack on Mr Boggs and his daughter. An ax found in shrubs, an arson attempt, and rewards pledges shape the investigation with neighbors testifying before the coroner’s jury.
Washington reports the Ottoman war ministry told Ambassador Morganthau that shots were fired to warn the Tennessee cruiser away from a mine field near Smyrna after a signal was given. Secretary Bryan quoted the note as stating the shots were not directed at the launch. Officials await more information while deeming the explanation satisfactory.
The killing of James A Burton in Cedartown remains a mystery after the first part of the week. Several theories have been offered, including involvement by a son who accompanied him on the trip, but no guilt has been established.
A fragment from a local notice describing a small car issue with a touring event mention. The readable text is limited and lacks clear names or dates for a fuller summary.
Indianapolis November 26 Federal Judge A B Anderson released Charles Clogston editor of The Terre Haute Post jailed for contempt of court over a critical article about a grand jury probing alleged election frauds The judge warned state court officers against interference and ordered the release after finding due process had been violated and that Clogston should be free to report to the public without hindrance.
Obituaries and death notices list Mrs Mary Sigmon of Spencer died after illness with husband ROS Sigmon and children Tr TG Sigmon C4 Sigmon Frank Sigmon in Spencer and others in Savannah Atlanta and Charlotte. Also reports Mrs Mary C Slate of Blue Ridge died at 52, Mrs Ida Wingo Leach dies in Kennesaw, Mrs A V D Gilbert dies at 27, and Werner Tate Jr, 3, dies in Mast Paint with funeral arrangements planned. Funeral services held or to be announced in local churches and cemeteries.
In Paris a large group of French senators and colleagues send a telegram to Myron T Herrick the American ambassador expressing regret at his departure. They praise his work during the war and pledge to honor him and his family upon their return to the United States.
London reports dispatch from Bernard Pares claiming Russians hold the San River for a month, then cross to push forward. Cracow and western Galicia are targeted as Austrians and Germans retreat in disarray. Russians reinforce lines along the Vistula and Warta as a double east and south advance seeks to envelop fortified positions.
The Trail of the Lonesome Pine opened for three nights and two matinees at the Atlanta theater, drawing large crowds. Eleanor Montel stars as June with strong characterization, Edward Welter as John Hale, Joseph Wallace as Bob, and Mark Cody as a mountain man. The production pleases with scenic beauty and moments of applause, though not equal to previous runs. Show ends with performances tonight and Saturday.
Claude K. Edison of 214 Lee street Birmingham is in Grady hospital after ingesting carbolic acid in a personal crisis. A bottle label and a note from his wife, Lillie Edison, appeared in his pockets urging money. A separate report notes Eugenia Harrison’s funeral at First Baptist church with interment at city cemetery.
Lamoa Iowa November 26 Joseph Smith 82 president of the reorganized Church of Latter Day Saints and son of Joseph S. Smith founder of the Mormon church is reported ill at his home in Independence Mo, and two local children have been called there. He opposed polygamy and in 1860 led the reorganized church which did not affiliate with the Utah church.
A dispatch from Athens via Mitslene states a Turkish mine layer has been torpedoed and sunk in the Bosphorus. Advices received indicate the loss occurred near the strait with no immediate details on casualties or the executing forces. Further reports are awaited from the region.
The Tabernacle Baptist Church plans to extend a call to a pastor next Sunday morning. Members, about 18 known, have been without a pastor for some time. A prior call to Dr Len G Braugh tow could not come due to the war. Every member is urged to attend as the committee will announce the chosen pastor at the meeting.
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