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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1908
Page
9
A string of dated political jibes and party critiques spans national and Georgia scenes. References to tribute to the Democratic campaigns, Archbold, Standard Oil, “near beer” inspectors, and distrust of predatory politicians mingle with lighter notes on bookies in Atlanta, Governor Hughes’ renomination, and a speeding Wright airplane incident.
Tax Collector A P Stewart demolishes fraud claims tied to Fulton county primary lists. He found almost no genuine fraudulent registrations among about 200 alleged names, with many names not on the lists or proven bona fide. Bolters fail to prove any specific case and broaden political divides ahead of October 7 votes.
A column rails against disfranchisement and party treachery in the Georgia Democratic scene. It defends Brian and Brown as national and state nominees while urging readers to register, vote, and back the party line, condemning Watson and urging unity for November.
The Farmers Union across the south condemns lawless night riding affecting tobacco and cotton regions. Leaders vow swift repression and cooperate with authorities to bring offenders to justice, insisting there is no room for such acts in the grain and farming communities. Local unions pass resolutions offering help to authorities and pledge peaceful, law abiding citizenship.
A letter from L Bonner of Sandergue, Wisconsin, dated September 18, 1908, urges local unions of the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union of America in Kentucky and cotton states to condemn vigilante night riding, incendiarism, and murder. It demands expulsion for any member aiding such crimes and loss of charter for unions failing to act, arguing for principled action and prompt enforcement.
The Augusta Chronicle denounces four weeks of extra sessions costing about 40000 to 49000 dollars, arguing the convicts bill failed to improve the system and that Governor Smith and allied senators obstructed needed reform. It criticizes the convict lease arrangement and urges a state supervised farm system like Mississippi and Louisiana, with permanent road projects overseen by qualified engineers. The piece predicts renewed impeachment talk and pins responsibility on political obstruction rather than policy.
Georgia and Alabama rail interests clashed with state officials in Atlanta as lawyers and witnesses debated proposed freight rate increases. Witnesses from Macon to Atlanta projected higher costs for shippers, with estimates reaching millions annually, while attorneys argued over the record and the relevance of correspondence among rail lines.
The funeral and burial of Deputy Marshall Marshal Ben Porch, shot and killed Sunday morning by Ben Perdue, were conducted Monday at 2 PM at the Baptist church. A large crowd attended. Porous former neighbors from Forsyth were present. Perdue remained at large as officers sought him, with a $400 reward announced amid statewide shock.
A man identified as J 1 Foster of Auguaa was arrested by Sheriff J 7 Kendrick after attempting to pass an $800 forged check on W 9 Pretoria at the Sea Island tank. Foster admitted the check was forged, claimed monetary need, and was jailed in bail with Edward Stone cited as a confidant in the scheme. Local authorities consider him a well known crook with additional wanted records across several places.
A meeting of citizens Saturday raised 50000 to finance a railroad from Bune Vista toward Mauke. Additional capital of 9100- B00 to be furnished by out of town capitalists. Mauks is a thriving town on the Alabama Santa Birmingham and Atlantic railroad, about 18 miles from Talboiton and 35 from Montezuma. A surveying corps has been ordered here to begin work at once.
Sumter Democratic Club formed with prominent residents to back state and national efforts. Hon Joseph M Brown invited to address voters at American venue on September 21 as campaign activity proceeds. Banks Superior Court convened at Homer with Judge Fran and Solicitor Dribble present. session expected to run only a few days.
Governor Smith grants pardons to several inmates including Andrew Gaston who served time for murder and is to be released once papers arrive at the Durham Coal & Code Company where he works. The list also notes pardons for J C Carter, Tred Bahén, PF Guaunt, Sherman Bives, and John Trying among others, with details on crimes and durations.
A report describes a prison break attempt near the sheriff’s office. An escapee was pursued across the jail yard while another prisoner hid and avoided confinement. A prior attack on the sheriff involved a separate suspect who was stopped with help.
The Baptist gathering was held in the evening in readiness for the opening. the Sarepta association embraces several north Georgia counties and expects a sizable delegation arriving tomorrow. The event signals a strong turnout and broad regional interest.
In Alexander City Alabama on September 21 the first municipal election under the new Tunctal code features Alexander anda Wix taeda, seeking a third term amid opposition from Rasel Vaakor and JoH Watkins EF Dunear G Rit Banks Dr f Uo Street and WoL Waters.
An old farmer laments the panic of the era and recalls borrowed money and unpaid debts. He notes neighbors hoarding, conversations about prices and a fear of a long, hard downturn. The talk hints at trying times ahead and a cautious hope for better days.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a local tradesman charging high prices for specialized services. Names, places, and dates are unreadable, but the snippet implies a controversy over billing or value. Further readable details are unavailable in the excerpt.
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