Death of Samuel Spencer Casts Gloom Over Thanksgiving
A long, somber feature recalls Samuel Spencer, longtime Southern Railway president, and the shock of his death. Officials and colleagues recount his rise from rail engineer to chief executive, his memory for detail, and the personal impact of the loss on the railroad world and the South as families mourn and the industry contemplates its future leadership.
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Remarkable Genius Lost in Death of Sam Spencer
Obituary for Sam Spencer, born Columbus Georgia March 2 1847. Confederate veteran, graduated University of Georgia 1887, University of Virginia 1908, legendary railroad executive who headed Baltimore and Ohio, Southern Railway, and related lines. Survived by sisters and a large family. death noted with details of career and influence in rail transport.
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Old Schoolmate Recounts Spencer Boyhood Memories
Walter C Hencerton of The Constitution recalls Samuel Spencer at Columbus during early school days. He describes Spencer as a leader among peers, affectionate, and well regarded, noting incidents from youth and hints of a later rise in business and a notable educational background shaping his reputation.
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Messages of Sympathy From Columbus Friends
A Columbus note expresses deep grief on the untimely death of a distinguished son. It honors his career and friendship, sending heartfelt condolences to his widow and family. The message recalls his public service and the respect he earned from comrades and friends.
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Spencer’s 1867 Georgia class and notable alumni
The 1867 University of Georgia class, led by Samuel Spencer, produced several prominent figures. Atlantans Frank Yhtms and F O Tum and Jobo 2 Yort were among his circle, with George Fontaine of Columbus also linked. After Spencer’s death news reached his circle but several contacts were unavailable due to illness or absence.
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National Spirit Shown in Mr Spencer Life and Loyalty
A lengthy tribute to Samuel Spencer of the Southern Railway, praising his betrayals of loyalty to the South and national leadership. The article recounts his testimony during a railroad trial, his role before Congress and in the National Civic Federation, and his efforts in arbitration and labor peace. It notes his influence with capital and labor and his advocacy for arbitration and conciliatory measures.
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International Association of Aachinists
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Ralph of Lewers
Samuel B Donnelly
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Piles Quickly Cured at Home
Fragmented OCR passage reports on labor meetings and figures such as Mr Rai vel Spencer and Mr Samuel A Donnelly. It mentions conciliation, federation representatives, and debates over rail transport, highlighting strong labor solidarity and a printed misfit about cures and operations.
Laughing Victim Fatally Shot During Robbery at Dilworth Store
A stranger robbed the Dilworth Hardware Company store on November 29 at 2014 Main Street, shouting and forcing the clerk to surrender cash. When the proprietor, identified as Diworth, laughed at the demand, the robber opened fire, fatally wounding him as a customer reportedly fled. The gunman escaped. more details from police.
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Accidental gun discharge kills local boy while hunting
A boy, Jason Thornton, age eleven, was killed this morning near the city when a gun misfired during a hunting party. The weapon discharged near his head as companions handled it. Thornton had been attending school in town and was the son of Clarencn Thornton and married to CAT Phornton. Police and doctors are investigating the incident.
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Funeral for Polish archbishop sparks nationalist procession
The body of Archbishop Rtabi was laid in state at Pomn cathedral as crowds passed through. The funeral stirred Polish nationalists, triggering a demonstration and an outbreak of nationalist sentiment tied to the Pruasign incident and Mer Mlcblenskis succession.
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