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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1908
Page
7
A protest alleges mass irregularities and manipulation of votes in the election process. The report cites claims of wrongdoing by unnamed groups, with references to court actions and disputed results affecting declared outcomes and public trust in the voting system.
Fragmentary obituary notes Rev J M Wilson of Athauta buried under church rites. References to kinfolk and local ties across Georgia and nearby regions, with scattered names and dates. The text remains fractured but signals a memorialing of a clergyman and familial connections.
Inridge secured a narrow victory over Browns Crosing with a late surge. Smita and Prasag Os ng lead scoring while Bruidse Williams contributes crucial plays as the team seals the win in a high intensity game at Yo tttiest arena.
A Mississippi father shot and killed a man who insulted his daughter during a street confrontation. The assailant demanded the man raise his hands, then fired a shotgun strike to the neck, killing him on the ground. The shooter was arrested and placed under a $1,000 bond after the incident in Aberdeen.
Fragmented report notes Roosevelt family connections and a declared contest with Bryan in local wards. It recalls remarks by Noa Longworth on Bryan’s record, plus mentions of judge appointments and campaign dilemmas. The text also references a 16 September event, a burning question in the Taft era, and various political shadows.
The George Association of the Womens Missionary Lyon opened its annual convention in Washington with a keynote sermon and welcome sessions. Mae Thera addressed delegates, with remarks from representatives of the Presbyterian and Methodist societies. An afternoon feature highlighted plans for a missionary warming school in Louisville, followed by an organ recital on the new pipe organ installed by Baptists at the cost of $2000.
Report indicates Blodgett expresses satisfaction with ongoing post office review and department handling. Mentions discussions with Dr Tetnfield and Assistant Postmaster General, notes expected explanations to be provided, and a final disposition to be announced.
In St Petersburg on September 4 Constable George was killed by an unknown Italian attacker who had seized Captain Tuttles home. After a long night of gunfire and a water assault by the local fire company, the assailant was killed during resistance by police.
Delegates endorsed Chanler amid strong enthusiasm for the ticket with Pat McCarren opposed by some. Philip A. Parley of Brooklyn nominated for state engineer and surveyor, while Parker presided as permanent chair. Platform assails Hughes for alleged waste and failure to reform, citing 1907 expenditures and new public service commissions.
Lawrenceville, de September 18 Special Hon. Thomas E B Watson will be in Lawrenceville to make an address on Wednesday September 36. It will be recalled he had an appointment here last month but washouts on the Seaboard prevented the visit.
Ranch No 101, a premier western show, applied for a place at the coming state fair in Macon. Directors will work to reach an agreement with this attraction, slated for September 16.
LaGrange formed the LaGrange Athletic Club on Monday night at the La Grange National Bank. HB Parks was elected president with T Dunson Jr as vice president and Hubert Burks as secretary and treasurer. A board of governors will hold executive control of the new club.
Rochester New York September 16 reports that National chairman Mack telephoned ex Govern or David H Hill in Albany asking him to let the convention name him as their candidate for the next United States senator. Hill replied he appreciated the honor but has retired from political life and cannot accept.
Amedeus J, long serving Sumter County road superintendent and noted road-builder, resigns today after years in office. He is succeeded by RT Christian of Macon, former superintendent there. September 11. Jed Johnson, American colored boxer, signed to fight Tommy Burns for the world championship in December, Burns stating it would be his last bout.
The twelfth annual meeting of the Interstate Association of Livestock Sanitary Boards approved lifting federal quarantine regulations for preventing Texas fever in cattle in certain southern areas. Areas in Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Oklahoma may be released next year as part of the eradication campaign by the Department of Agriculture and state authorities. Woo Dalrymple of Baton Rouge Louisiana was elected president.
Two prisoners held in Macon Georgia face habeas corpus proceedings as a woman seeks release for her husband and another man. They are alleged to be in the chaingang while claiming no conviction exists. The case proceeds before Judge Dodges in the Chancery Court.
Marion Rayfield, described as a Black man, was today committed under burglary charges in connection with a prior attack and robbery near a high Wineville residence. He is also linked to a theft from a Central Railroad freight car containing valuable goods.
Entrance examinations are under way at Mercer university with many young men qualifying for the courses. Indications point to a much larger student attendance than expected.
Citizens of Micon prepare for a big Democratic rally to be addressed by Governor elect Joe Brown who promises to attend. Local planners show high interest as the event draws wide attention amid election year activity.
A Black man, 22, shot in Fayette County, following a confrontation with farmer Bennett, who fled as police searched for him. Bennet’s altercation with neighbors Adams and McEachern left McEachern mortally wounded. Adams injured but expected to recover. Sheriff's hunt continued. motive and full details unclear.
James J. Hill chairman of the Great Northern railway was guest of honor at a banquet in St Paul. About seventy workmen attended the celebration at the Lafarette Club house Lake Minnetonka. The group traveled on the William Crooks engine, the flat engine that joined the system in 1862, driven by AL Ho Smith, a longtime employee.
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