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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1903
Page
1
A sprawling report captures a Georgia sweep of events from a bank opening in Augusta to poisoning charges against Tanner in Taleb County. It notes a Birmingham bank’s name, a Charleston murder accuser acquittal, a major court case in Columbus, and a vast fire risk along Wilmington docks. Also covered are political moves, railroad notes, and national items with snippets of legislative actions and international news.
November 27 reports a high profile football game with 82 players and officials on hand. Franklin leads the way as crowds gather for the annual clash, amid strong betting and a formal luncheon. The Navy ambassador and various department officials attend, with a large crowd and a sense of ceremony surrounding the event.
On a record cold November day in Atlanta passengers reported no heat in suburban and city trolleys. Conductor complaints rose as officials explained heaters are unnecessary and costly. President Arkwright cited longer rides for suburban cars and high damage claims as reasons to curtail heat.
Tokyo reports no alteration in Japan Russia relations over the Far East. Leading organs urge pressing Russia for an answer on Korea. If Russia delays beyond December 6, army and navy impatience may grow. a reply is expected before the Diet assembles on December 6.
A U S report says Die Morgen Post denied claims that the czarina suffers ear inflammation from poison. The paper said the Polish press rumor tying the czar’s wife to death via tainted food is preposterous and unrelated to the czar or czarina.
A gang of three young fugitives and a companion were captured near Millers, Indiana after a raid on Chicago City Railway crimes. In the firefight Detective Joseph Driscoll and Detective Mattehn Zimmer were wounded, and Brakeman T. J. Loven was killed. The escapees Vandine Niedermeier and Doeskie were wounded and pursued. The case ties to August car barn murders and a $2,250 theft, with Mayor Charrison and Chief Patree O'Neil present at the arrest.
The Brooklyn Eagle published Grover Cleveland’s letter to deny a third presidential nomination, stating the determination is final. The piece also recounts a related railroad outlaw narrative with Vandine and Niedermeier, their pursuit, and eventual surrender after a violent escape attempt.
Governor Jelks of Alabama offers a four hundred dollar reward for the arrest and delivery of the men who lynched Tom Patton, a white Choctaw county resident. Details recount Patton’s killed after arrest for assault, with witnesses unable to convict. Also reports state official financial accounts and registry appointments in several counties, plus Chicago crime roundup and outlaw gang plans.
Savamiuah Ga November 27 Special Chairman J Hanson of the Central railway board has alarmed officials and employees by calling for arrears in departments now under the auditor’s scrutiny. Rumor says Majoran plans either to cut salaries or reduce forces. The current pay raises were approved by John M Figan who recently retired as president. A New York railroad man said it is understood Killex may be named general manager. Savannah gas firms seek concessions to bonds limits and charter changes. The Mutual Gas Light Co seeks authority to issue bonds above 1,800,000 and to sell its property freely, aligning with Savannah Gas Co.
In Rome on November 27 students of the university attempted a pro King demonstration with anti Austrian overtones. Police dispersed the crowd after clashes with troops at the Austrian embassy and consulate. Rows continued as protesters shouted Down with Francis Joseph and Garibaldi hymns. An acquittal followed a student who struck a policeman. Similar protests occurred in Florence and Turin with Austrian flags burned.
A Sierra County bank dispatch reports a bonanza gold discovery near Hillsboro New Mexico with many large nuggets found. The third judicial court adjourned today and officials including Judge Parker rushed to the site.
Washington November 27 Spain has withdrawn the exequaturs of all Venezuelan consuls in Spain. The action follows the treatment of the Spanish minister in Venezuela amid the Mexican Venezuelan arbitration and disrespect shown to the Spanish consul at La Guaira. The state department has been notified of the step, seen as the first move toward breaking relations.
United States Minister Powell refused to acknowledge the provisional government in San Domingo and denied its demand to withdraw former Finance Minister Gai van. He stated the U.S. will not interfere with the arbitration board appointed by President Wos y Gil's government, and cannot meddle in its composition.
Mayor Howell raised Atlanta’s $10,000 municipal exhibit fund for the Model City display at the St. Louis exposition. Captain J. W. English, president of the Atlanta Terminal Company, subscribed $2,500 to secure Atlanta a place among leading cities. The city had pledged $5,000 from council and $2,500 from the chamber of commerce, completing the total to place Atlanta’s model terminal on the fair grounds.
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