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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1908
Page
2
Very Trim and Tasteful Silk Waists offered in green brown blue and black. Two styles include a yoke with fagoting and a scalloped front pleat edged with a flat fish-fin rub. Long sleeves and neat tuck. Autumn fashion bargain from Chamberlin Johnson DuBose.
A report details a commission in Atlanta examining charges that railroads and Pullman Car Company segregate Black passengers in sleeping and dining cars. It notes hearings led by J Eeger, with attorneys Moore and Walton, about the legality of separate cars under pressures of state laws and federal enforcement. The narrative also recalls a fatal fall in Augusta involving prominent planter Ramsey, a Confederate veteran, leaving six children.
In town to attend the examination are J T Johnson general manager of the Central of Georgia B Ryan general passenger agent for Seaboard Air Line W H Tavloe general passenger agent for Southern Mt W Stailes master of transportation for Seaboard Air Line W D Duke assistant to the president of Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac and James Martin general superintendent for the Paciman company.
Reports from the steamship City of Para describe an attempted assassination of President Cabrera of Guatemala using an internal machine linked to a telephonic device. The device exploded when activated in the president’s room, causing a deafening blast that struck the room. Five men were arrested in connection with the plot and later imprisoned aboard the Pata en route to Capua. American involvement and a web of suspects across Salavador Honduras and New York were noted, with broader implications discussed.
Dt Braglie Yot sues for divorce claiming the Bolertie Uroptie left his wife and seeking relief. The plaintiff denies any fraud or delays and states he does not oppose the divorce action brought by the petitioner.
A concise note highlights EK Flour as the pure choice for kitchen use. It underscores quality and trust in cooking activities and household baking. No additional details or dates are provided.
September 16 report from the Foreign Office notes a draft future agreement for a Hague conference on exchange regulation. The Netherlands invites Iuie Lowers to participate in reconsidering exchange law, with dates and details still undecided. In Moultrie, revitalized services continue with large local attendance and arrival of Dr C R Bilis to assist. Pastor W L Wooten led preaching sessions this past week at Mulberry Street Church Macon.
New Orleans September 168 John Englade and William Cadoux house painters died in a scaffold collapse on Carendilet and filled streets. Both men suffered severe injuries from a sixty foot fall and died within minutes.
The thirteenth senatorial district of Schley Sumter and Wak on assembles in Americus to unite farmers from three counties. President Soule of the State Agricultural College Will addresses the gathering.
Lightning struck a five acre earthen tank owned by Lesa Cl Company in Houston Texas damaging 40000 barrels of Oklahoma crude valued around 59000 dollars. The incident caused an estimated loss of 59000 dollars.
The jury in the state case against Gus Ragan for the killing of 4 Jones last Matolay at Daatman Ga returned a verdict of murder with recommendation to life imprisonment on a count. The case involved E Draham as solicitor for the state and defense representation by several attorneys.
Hartweil reviews the county commissioner race as the campaign ends tomorrow. Contenders include T Cayon, John VW White, Samuel HH White, Reuben Ho, Martin Lal Richardson, and Lo M Vickery. The county previously had three commissioners. a new local bill created the single commissioner position and a runoff will occur if no candidate gains a majority of the votes.
The coldest day of the summer and the coldest since May 19 occurred yesterday morning, affecting daily activities and prompting weather observations. No further details were provided about locations or consequences.
A blurred, partial account recalls a frigid morning as Christmas expectations fade and a building janitor notes the chill. Citizens wonder if a fire is needed while a humorous local character, famed for vivid pen pictures, contemplates his own long life sentence and future.
Mira Armor made a strong address at a Buchanan Georgia gathering of the Woman Christian Temperance Union. President Mia Armor spoke to a large audience, delivering a well received speech that drew enthusiastic response from attendees.
Phosnin Arena reports two Mexican highwaymen robbed a miner near Kelvin 109 gales east of here. An Apache torture method was used after the robbery. James Martze, a seven year old prospector, endured brutal restraint with heavy weapons and water to the head. After hours of torment a resident fled to raise the alarm.
Montclaire September 16. Joan Leonard, a retired iron and steel merchant, was killed in a street revolver incident. Walker Phillips, the employer’s secretary, found the weapon and claimed an explosion occurred while Leonard examined it. The bullet struck Leonard near the heart. he died before a doctor arrived. Phillips, over 50, was arrested as police consider his story. Mrs Leonard and a nurse heard nothing indicating quarrel.
At a Montgomery meeting of the state democrat committee Mallory resigned as Alabama Democratic chairman. The action follows the nomination of Fy S Whit of Birmingham to succeed him and Mallory will oversee the November 5 campaign close as president’s campaign. The committee vowed to mount a vigorous effort to mobilize Democratic support.
In Macon two men, Dee Walker and Brian Clelland, are held in the county jail on charges connected to the burning of a colored church. The article notes Leonard retired from business about six years ago and had taken great income in Philips making. the secretary details are unclear.
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