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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1913

Page

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Mrs Pankhurst Attacks Rulers Of Her Country In New York

Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst spoke at Madison Square Garden outlining why militant methods are used in England but not America. She criticized the British government as conservative and urged action on issues like white slavery and industrial evils. The crowd, largely women, hissed ministers as she defended militant tactics and praised immigration authorities.

New York Emmeline Pankhurst Madison Square Garden England America Bie Pankhurst Gada Hisle McKenzie Mary Kovogan Lucy Burns Elizabeth Freeman Bilis Washington Wilson Pankhhurst Winston Churchill Churchill Asquith Lloyd-George Ife United States Benjamin Franklin France Berah Sorah Idaho

American Embassy in Mexico City Under OShaughnessy

Nelson O Shaughnessy, the American charge d affaires, leads the embassy in Mexico City after Henry Lane Wilson’s resignation. He manages strained U S Huerta relations and is described as a seasoned diplomat who maintains good standing with the Huerta government.

Nelson O’shaughnessy Mexico City United States Huerta Nelson O'Shaughnessy Henry Lane Wilson O’shaughnessy

Meek Transfers from Knoxville to Chattanooga Chiefs Change Rail Posts

John Lamar Meek will be transferred from Knoxville to Chattanooga as assistant general passenger agent, succeeding C. A. Benscotter, who moves to Knoxville to fill a new office. Bermar will move from St Louis to Atlanta as assistant general passenger agent, replacing Meek. F N Westerman will be promoted from chief rate clerk in the general passenger office at Washington to succeed Bermar.

Knoxville Tenn John Lamar Meek Southern Railroad Chattanooga C. A Benscotter Bermar St Louis Atlanta Meek Meek F N Westerman Washington Beam

Prince Reunites with Divorced Wife in Pittsburg

In Pittsburg on October 21 a man claiming to be Prince Paul Jon Preston, also Annette De Clairmont of St Pitt ersburg, married his former wife Rose Peck Thehinst, ex Countess Marietta of Spain whom he divorced in Paris years ago. The couple, aged 28 and 32, arrive with their five year old daughter Trenette and have been here several days.

Pittsburg Prince Paul Jon Preston Annette de Clairmont St Pitersburg Russia Rose Peck Marietta Spain Paris Trenette

Tampa steamer crew rescued near Escambia Bay after storm

A long distance telephone message from Mil tor in Pensacola reports the steamer city of Tampa arriving with Captain 5kes and four others aboard the launch High Bath. The group was picked up on the eastern shore of Escambia Bay after their boat was driven ashore during the storm. They had been there about forty eight hours and were almost frozen and sick from exposure.

Pensacola Fla Miltor City of Tampa 5Kes

Dusty Davenport Becomes $5 Bill

Mrs J found old furniture in the attic used only by hibernating June bugs. She aired and polished it, then placed a want ad with The Constitution Want Ad Man. A buyer offered five dollars, paid in a single $5 bill, and both were pleased.

Seven Miners Rescued After Five Days in Texas Mine

In Rockdale Texas seven Mexican miners entombed for more than five days in Vogel and Lawrence Lignite workings were found alive after a 90 foot shaft was drilled to reach them. Rescuers entered the tunnel near the collapse as air was admitted and the trapped men, lying unconscious, were pulled to safety. A second group of two miners is believed dead.

Rockdale Texas

Outrage tales from Durango haunt Red Cross refugees

Refugees arriving aboard the Buford from Gulf ports describe alleged abuses in Durango Mexico. A young American and his wife were seized and killed after being tied. Rebels robbed the wealthy and burned mansions, while some Americans were spared after pleas. One man traveled naked from Durango. another reached Guaymas with only a shirt and trousers.

San Diego Cal Durango Mexico Red Cross Buford Gulf of California Mary Towelston Duurango Carizoza Carranza Manzanile W. S. Dawson Guaymas

Many affidavits defend the jury in Frank case

The day brings more affidavits from deputies and bailiffs denying that court officers influenced jurors. Jurors A Henslee and M Johenning face potential impeachment, while Aaron and others contend jurors were not swayed by outside cheering or pretrial discussions. Hearing planned for Wednesday. location to be decided amid old City Hall court rooms.

Leo M. Frank L. S. Bean A. H Hensles M. Johenning Mary Phagan Aaren Samuel Aaren Henslee Elks’ Club Frank Hang Justice C M Webb Aaron W. J. Clayton Central Carriage Company Hugh M. Dorsey Clayton W. P Neill Neill Johenning Georgia Luther Rosser Reuben R Arnold Rosser Attorney Arnold Mr. Arnold Dorsey Judge L. &. Roan Thrower Andrew E. Calhoun Roan Make- O Old City Hall Superior Court Frank

Board Dismisses Southard Bravery Charge Row

The Macon police board unanimously acquitted Patrolman John D Wood after hearing Mrs Elisabeth Southard accuse him of brutality. The case featured testimony from her sister Miss Allen Benton and Chief James L Beavers, with debates over provocation and misconduct.

Elisabeth Southard John D Wood James L. Beavers Atlanta Patrolman Wood Lewis Thomas Southard Wood James G. Woodward Piedmont Street Moreland Avenue Faith Street Associated Charities Macon Miss Benton Chief Beavers Broyles

Fire spreads through Walton street store in early morning blaze

A fire at 29 Walton Street, the Post Office Cafe, quickly reached Williams House No 2. More than fifty people fled in their nightclothes as firefighters battled the flames. Dr. G. Ford, unconscious from smoke, was treated and expected to recover. The cause is likely a defective wire, with losses around $5,000. Meanwhile British and U S officials clashed diplomatically over Mexico policy, signaling continued non interference until after Mexican elections.

Forsyth Marietta Walton Streets Post Office Walton Street Williams House No 2 Forsyth Street Waiton Dr. G. Ford G. G. Hall United States Mexico Great Britain London Walter H. Page Yeaturday Sir Edward Grey Page Edward Grey Wilson Lionil Carden Washington State Department Ambassador Page

Gilded Youths of Rome Taught Better Manners by Sweethearts' Mammas

Rome, Ga October 21 Special The Mothers' Club of Rome has drawn up rules for young society men to observe. Rules forbid cigarette smoking in the parlor and provisional acceptance of invitations without notice to the hostess. They prohibit calling young women by first names on short acquaintance and asking to speak by telephone without parental knowledge. The club notes social obligations and expects mutual courtesy.

Rome Mothers’ Club of

Fist Battle Fought in Crowded Movie Over Feud

At a Whitehall Street theater Tuesday night, W F P Bruffey owner of the show and James P Bowen a plumber fought a fifteen minute fist battle amid screams of frightened patrons. Patrolman Freeman states a private grievance sparked the fight. both men were charged with disorderly conduct and will face a recorder's court hearing this afternoon.

Whitehall Street W. F P. Bruffey James P. Bowen Pulliam Street J. D. Freeman Bowen Bruffey Freeman Recorder’s Court

WARRING ON VAGRANTS

Four men arrested for vagrancy after being found loitering near the Terminal station by Patrolmen Riley and Jackson. Named as O. E. Foster, T. J. Foster from Dayton Ohio. John E Eliott of Atlanta and John Halley with unknown address. Hearing set in recorder's court this afternoon.

Beavers Riley Jackson O. E T. J. Foster Dayton Ohio John E. Eliott Carnegie Way Atlanta John Halley Recorder’s Court

Five Men Drowned In River Near Middletown Ohio

Five foreigners employed at a construction camp near the Big Four bridge were drowned when their rowboat capsized in the Big Miami river at night. Bodies recovered. five other men in the chest were rescued.

Middletown Ohio Here Big Miami River Big Four Bridge Franklin

Weather Prophecy Fair And Warmer Across Georgia

Georgia forecast calls for fair and warmer conditions. Wednesday will be fair or partly sunny with warmer temperatures, while Thursday looks unsettled with variable winds.

Georgia

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