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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1902
Page
10
Convict Allen Critchlow No. 334 reportedly aided by cooks escaped from a federal prison by crawling through a ventilator. Bloodhounds and posses pursued him as guards searched pantry and vents. he vanished about half an hour before discovery and had a substantial head start.
Allen Critchlow, white convict number 034, escaped from the federal prison after being sent to fetch ice. Guards and bloodhounds pursued him from Conley to the woods west of the city, with photographs and descriptions circulated to neighboring towns. A multi-city hunt continues as posses, trusted allies, and officers chase through Creeks and swamps, while officials tighten searches and warn that Critchlow is dangerous and likely to resist capture.
Real estate brokers report a brisk market in Atlanta surpassing any year since 1891 with most sales for actual use. Forrest Adair notes demand driven by rapid city growth and local prosperity, with many transfers recorded in recent weeks and limited speculative trading.
Henry W. Grady shows marked improvement after being found in New York. Mrs. Grady plans to bring him home to Atlanta in a few days with her brother Edwin Gould of St. Louis joining the trip if his condition allows. Doctors say delirium has lingered but recovery seems likely, and travel is anticipated today if feasible. Eugene P. Black arrives in Atlanta to join the group.
The city finance committee recommended a favorable resolution to provide ample police protection for the fair grounds this fall. Police Commissioner George E. Johnson and Chief Ball urged the plan, which will go to council on Monday. Piedmont park will receive October protection similar to last year during the fair.
Reshaped, fall styles and trimmed hats advertised along with cheap and second hand school supplies and new books for private and public schools at publisher prices. John M. Miller Co. promotes tickets to travel west then over the Union and Southern Pacific lines from Office 18 Peachtree Street Atlanta.
John Johnson, claiming sole eligibility for office, declares English and Brotherton should be abolished. In a raucous chamber event led by attorney Reuben Arnold Jr, Johnson criticizes police leadership and outlines plans to increase city revenue, cut taxes, and expand education funding for all children.
Public school overcrowding in Atlanta prompts transfers from crowded campuses to less patronized buildings. About 11,020 pupils enrolled, 3,282 of them Black, with 200+ children likely to attend private schools or remain out. Officials cite funding gaps and political interference as factors, and candidates discuss reforms and public accountability.
Captain George M. Hope of Troop L speaks against Savannah critics and defends Governor Candler over the Sea Girt detachment. He vows Atlanta will field at least fifteen Horse Guard members next year and aims to win the Hilton trophy. He blasts Savannah press for alleged political bias and defends state military authority and discretion.
Horse Guard vows to regain momentum while critics denounce the trip as dirty politics. They accuse officials of undermining military discipline, noting the excursion was funded entirely by the company at no public expense. Captain George M. Hope, commanding Troop L, dismisses the attacks as unfounded.
Aimed at stopping sale of inferior foodstuffs in Atlanta, the Grocers and Butchers Association formed a committee to survey retailers, condemn impure goods, and urge merchants not to buy them. The push seeks organized action to curb abuse while notices advertise Sam Jones Tabernacle meetings and rail tickets from Atlanta to Cartersville, with travel dates and conditions.
Rev Lewis F Dowdell, long time Methodist minister born near Talbotton Ga, died in Tuskegee Ala at 3 am. He leaves children Mrs Clifford Near of Atlanta and others in Columbus and Tuskegee. Aged about 72, he served near Tuskegee for four decades and was retired for ill health. His death mourned by many friends across the region.
A testimonial describes relief from nervousness chest pressure and bowel troubles after switching from coffee to Postum Food Coffee. The writer claims symptoms such as belching, fatigue, irritability, and sleep loss disappeared, and urges families to adopt the beverage. Provided as an advertisement by Postum Co. Battle Creek Mich.
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