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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
5
Barrett leads the Farmers Union in a high profile visit with Samuel W. Dibble and Gompers among speakers as delegates from about twenty eight states gather in Fort Worth for the annual conventions. The focus is on labor unity, political stance, and proposed reforms in trade and commerce.
Georgia peach growers plan a joint meeting in the city on the 10th to organize, adopt grading and inspection plans, and create a head office to regulate pricing and distribution. Leaders cite overstocked markets and aim to stabilize quality and profits through centralized coordination and financing.
A fragmented report captures Taft praising Foraker and supporting Taft at the Chicago convention. He touts Taft as the best candidate, cites his experience in the Philippines and Panama Canal, and asserts strong Republican leadership ahead of Election Day.
McDonough Ga September 2 Special The public school opened here Monday with an garnlment of 6 a symbol of growing civic interest. The Home Mission Society of the Oxford Patrict Methodists met in Covington on September 2 for a three day session with delegates and visitors expected from Atlanta. real estate notes report HM Grant & Co rental list and the sale of the residence at No 986 West Peachtree Street to T Mi Armistead, who plans to move soon.
A fragmented account accuses prominent GOP figures and trust magnates of collusion in campaign strategy. It cites DuPont and Penrose as executive committee members tied to corporate influence, with quotes questioning speaker selections and reform efforts under Taft. The piece contrasts Bryan’s critique of trust regulation with Taft’s approach, framing a broader election debate. It also notes obituaries for Mrs Bulo Anderson and Mrs. M. Beckie, detailing deaths and survivors.
Directors endorsing a proposed road congress to be held in Atlanta, with a five member committee from the chamber to work with city council and county commissioners. Governor and federal officials named as invitees, and preparations for a national Congress discussed amid enthusiasm at the executive session.
The Sphinx, a new monthly trade journal from Central Bank and Trust Corporation, appears with sixteen pages and a high class magazine feel. It bears the seal of President Asa G. Candler and Vice President BH Patterson among others, aiming to inform thousands of depositors about banking and financial topics.
Fire swept two acres of lumber piles at the Saginaw Bay Lumber Company yards in Cleveland. Strong wind fanned the blaze and briefly threatened the Inols Central viaduct and the Nickel Point railway bridge, though both remained largely steel and were not seriously damaged.
Announcement in war department special orders says a general court martial will meet at Fort Wayne Mich on September 26 1808 for trial of officers and enlisted men tied to a horse purchase scheme at Fort Wayne alleging officers drew forage for mounts at government expense while horses remained gov property The principal accused is Daniel Corman commander of the Seventh Infantry at Fort Wayne with rank of colonel and a court composed of superior officers is required by law
Jim Sobinson and Nelson Statom, described as two of the happiest Negroes in Wilkes County, received a $100 governor's check for aiding in the arrest of Ed Fallin, charged with murder in the July morning shooting of Robert Johnson. The governor paid the reward before trial to encourage public service. no commitment trial date for Fallin is announced.
On September 2 Douglasville received the first bale of new cotton brought by farmer W Fранnon in the southern county and bought by Duncan. The price paid for the first bale was 12% rents. Also reported is the first barrel of new shrub and a note on New York prohibitionists nominating a state ticket led by Rev Dr George Stockwell for governor in Syracuse.
A lengthy obituary listing multiple deaths in Athens and surrounding areas includes William H. Maher aged 42 dying at residence with funeral at Church of the Immaculate Conception. Several other deaths are noted with service times at various chapels and interment at local cemeteries including Oakland, Hellwood, Caling Springs, Hellwood, and Indian Creek. Family names include Hidson, Brown, Hamby, Leach, Ward, Preston, Anderson, Bales, and others with details on ages and kin.
A large claim touts a pure white liquid made from Texas vegetables that supposedly cures eczema. It allegedly penetrates skin, soothes itching, and leaves skin soft and white, with the trouble never returning, offered via mail order at a dollar plus express charges.
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