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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1908
Page
5
An old advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a standout remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues. It claims proven effects, a certificate of purity, and a free sample bottle by mail to readers of The Atlanta Daily Constitution.
Anderson outlined a proposal to hire 400 convicts to work on roads and county projects under a new regime. He warned the tax raise last year would be insufficient and that inmates would require food clothing and housing at about 50 cents per day. The board discussed revenue impacts and tax rates to support the plan while noting potential county income from the arrangement.
Bryan delivers aggressive speeches to enthusiastic crowds in a Western New York campaign stop. He denounces the Republican machine, accuses the Standard Oil press of corruption, and urges voters to back Bryan and Yen as he travels to Ann Arbor and Detroit for further remarks.
Report from Orleans dated September 2 states Mrs Elise Brags remains in critical condition and unchanged under physicians care. The situation continues to hinge on Bragg’s recovery efforts as doctors assess her status.
Newark reports William Randolph Hearst campaigns in the south, denounces Governor Haskell of Oklahoma for alleged influence attempts on Attorneys General Monnett and the Standard Oil case. Hearst refuses to correspond with Haskell and questions the editor’s arbitral award. Bailey replies defendingly, denying ties to Standard Oil interests and clarifying his stance.
Voters are urged to support Jos Loewas in the upcoming race. The notice repeats the appeal for Loewas as the business community’s choice, highlighting the candidate’s stance on economic issues and local policy priorities. The short item reflects a political promo in a community paper.
Ten thousand spectators witnessed American aviator Orville Wright set a new distance record at Port Misr in 1908 during the Michele Cup event. After three false starts, Wright soared through the gathering dusk, completing 33 rounds and landing to a jubilant crowd. Ambassador Henry White praised Wright and suggested a public testimonial.
Jackson September 21 A statement from President Geo Hightower of the Farmers Union of Mississippi renounces recent night rider outrages and urges local branches to aid authorities. The union pledges no tolerance and vows to oust members involved, signaling strong public resolve to suppress lawless acts. In North Carolina, night riders threaten cotton mills amid plummeting prices, with armed guards deployed at a Shelby plant after a menacing letter.
Edwin P Ansley announces an auction sale of Hunter Street tots to be held today at 3 30. The notice lists the time and organizer but provides no additional terms or location.
President Roosevelt's vacation at Oyster Bay concludes as he and his family prepare to return to Washington. The departure is anticipated with local residents gathering at the station, marking the end of the president's seaside break and a return to official duties.
Sheriff Beard was mortally wounded during an arrest attempt on the river wharf in Fort Gaines. George Thomas, the fugitive who killed the Bills brothers in Randolph County, shot Beard and then was fatally wounded by Deputy Murphy. Three other suspects are jailed, with rewards posted for Thomas. The Bills brothers were robbed of $200 and left on a road in the woods. Dr Floyd Warner of Atlanta operated on Beard. surgeons report no intestinal perforation and hope for recovery unless paralysis or infection set in.
New Orleans September 21 Thomas L Hisgen the Independence Party candidate spoke at the Athanaeum. He framed the campaign as a choice between trusts and the nation, favored good wages and practical employer policy, urged preferring married workers, and cited success in his Western Massachusetts business where wage hikes followed family growth.
Montgomery Alabama September 21 special Loraine held in bail of 5800 to await trial for stealing government checks. He says he took the checks and had them cashed to provide his wife with luxuries. He could not make bond and was sent to jail. The couple then took a wedding trip using the money. He formerly lived in Montgomery and married in Washington in August. One check for 265 was cashed in Montgomery. others cashed in Atlanta and Texas.
A historical ad promises a free trial of Pyramid Pile Cure using unsolicited testimonials. It urges readers to send name and address to receive a trial package by mail, claiming many cases are cured and offering further purchases if valued. The ad notes the package arrives in plain wrapper from Pyramid Co. Marshall.
New York, September 2. William J Bryan offers a Minnesota Agricultural Society mule as a prize to the county with the largest percentage gain in democratic electors votes over the average of the last three campaigns. The plan, outlined in a letter to national chairman Mack, includes turning the mule over to the precinct with the greatest gain and ensuring the animal remains usable for election day.
Manchester reports a wage dispute leaves over 140000 operatives idle as more than 400 mills halt work. About 40 million spindles are stalled and 9700000 in wages weekly, with limited damage expected to employers. Card-room workers may accept a 5 to 10 percent wage cut in a second ballot. Also, Bishop Michael of Montreal dies.
Wastinglor September 21 Randad Curten general freight agent of the Southern railway with headquarters at Atlanta is been appointed assistant freight traffic manager vice GB Browde. Bele ing assistant general freight age with headquairts at Louisville has been apponted general freght ageny with headwarners atUanta.
A fatal shooting occurred in a Monroe dry goods store as a man was killed by his brother-in-law amid ongoing family troubles. Police arrested the shooter and placed him in jail following the incident reported September 21 in Monroe Louisiana.
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