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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1913
Page
1
Senator Fletcher of Florida invited the president to speak at an interstate event in Pensacola on October 26. The president tentatively planned to attend the Southern Commercial congress and may stop at Pensacola between engagements, with details unsettled.
The Constitution’s fourth Georgia cotton crop report shows September receipts soaring well above last year with Rome at 6686 bales and Atlanta over triple the 1912 figure. Bankers anticipate at least 20 percent more money in circulation this winter as prosperity grips the state.
Hermann Oelrichs son of the late New York millionaire and Columbia student is held on a felonious assault charge after an automobile incident with Bryn Mawr student Lucille Singleton. Police say a companion named Taylor was questioned, while Trayer, the detective, faced suspension amid conflicting statements. Singleton, initially injured, claimed she was stabbed by a man she identified as Creighton, later learned to be Oelrichs. The case centers on conflicting accounts and alleged attempts to influence the complainant.
A pithy column from The Atlanta Constitution mocks “June bugs” as mentally deficient and urges readers to hire thinking, ambitious workers. It promotes using Constitution want ads to reach tradesmen with ambition, grit, and ability, urging telephone ads and expert ad writers.
Washington reporters recount a heated tariff caucus that abandoned the cotton futures tax and backed the conference report. Senator Simmons expressed confidence the Senate would finish action tomorrow while many Democrats pressed to delay or drop controversial provisions. The conference report was adopted 33 to 6 after debate over glass brands, cast iron pipe, and the Clarke cotton futures amendment.
An alarm rang after a noise at midnight as a fire at 352 Whitehall Street sent women into the streets in nightgowns and sheets. Firefighters confined the blaze to the second floor, with damage estimated above 31060. Mrs R E Murphy alerted occupants as flames and fumes forced many to flee, some with only bed clothing for warmth.
A severe earthquake struck Panama at 11:20 pm lasting about a minute. Buildings trembled, and the terrified populace poured into the streets, fearing collapse as aftershocks followed and residents sought safety.
Advocates of the commission form seek a mayor while Carlos Mason and others are discussed as candidates. Forrest Adair and Captain James W English are mentioned. Adair declines politics for business and Mason eyes greater power after plans to alter the police board. The article notes Woodward supporters and Chambers opposition, with council set to repeal two year terms and adopt new rules.
Beautiful Savannah girl Miss English plans a London trip to pursue a rumored $3,000,000 to $4,000,000 inheritance. Her relatives claim she is the rightful heir to an estate in heart of London, tied to a deceased relative, with London lawyers engaged and a fight to prove the claim.
Carlos Mason, chair of the police board, announced retirement from business travel abroad in six months then return to resume real estate work. Friends note he will not accept re election to the chairmanship on any terms. An ordinance to remove a time limit for police board members is to be introduced next week, likely vetoed by Mayor Ward.
The article reports on a retrial hearing where two jurors Henslee and Johenning are accused of prejudice against Frank, with Judge Roan alleged to have admitted illegal evidence. Attorneys plan a motion for a new trial, claiming judge bias, improper rulings, and prejudicial testimony. The defense seeks service of the motion and delays. affidavits from Blakely, Georgia, supporters are referenced, and potential postponement is anticipated.
The forecast for Georgia calls for Thursday and Friday with generally fair skies and variable winds. No significant storms are expected as mild temperatures persist across the region.
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