28 Sep 1909
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1909
Page
1
The great parade of vessels circled the international war ship fleet at the Hudsdn Fullot celebration. Seventeen yachts decked with flags for afternoon display and illuminated at night with lights and searchlights. Morgan's Corsair led eight yacht divisions in a ten mile salute by twenty one guns to the Half Moon and Clermont.
The Atlanta bond commission reported to the city council on a proposed 3 466 800 dollar bond issue to fund sewerage waterworks and school facilities. A special committee will review the report and potential amendments before next Monday’s council session.
President Taft descended 1,200 feet into the Leonard mine at Butte Montana in a steel cage amid cheering crowds. He declared he would not have missed the experience and later addressed crowds at Anaconda and Helena before continuing to Spokane.
Bar Harbor Maine September 27 Commander Robert E Peary and General Thomas W Hubbard confer on evidence supporting Pearys claim that Dr Frederick A Cook did not reach the Pole Peary reviews every phase of the Cook allegations and says he kept instruments and records secure while Whitney reportedly held some of Cook s belongings.
Long-distance word from Winder reaches Judge R B Russell's associates on the court of appeals bench that he has become a father for the thirteenth time. A baby boy born yesterday at the Russell home near Winder carries a rare distinction as the thirteenth child of a thirteenth child and the seventh son of a seventh son. The name is not yet learned, and the court has not issued its decision on naming. Friends extend congratulations on this notable addition to the Russell family. A playful hint mentions a possible cable from British East Africa if the news travels far.
Messina reports American volcanologist Frank A Perret arriving to warn that alignment of sun, earth, and moon on Wednesday September 39 could trigger earthquakes or eruptions. Mars, Saturn and Jupiter alignments may add strain. dangerous days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Mexico City reports a man, D. J. Went, former Monterey dispatch chief, now jobless amid strike, has been named one of ten heirs to 6 million cold Mira Vent, wife of a local, inherits 600000 dollars as grandmother’s wealth, with the fund to be divided among heirs. In Philadelphia, Baer denies coal conspiracy claims as antitrust hearings resume.
Nation wide remembrance in New York marks Hudson Fulton event with leaders and dignitaries attending. Officials from several organizations participate as crowds gather to honor maritime pioneers and celebrate progress in engineering and navigation.
A large international reception at the Metropolitan Opera House marked the Hudson Fulton celebration. Envois from seven nations and delegates from others attended with officials and prominent figures from Europe, the Orient, and South America. Julia Ward Howe, aged author of The Battle Hymn of the Republic, sat in a wheeled chair among dignitaries including Admiral Sir Walter Seymour and Prince Kuni of Japan. Governor Hughes and other leaders were present as the ceremony continued on page eleven.
A Cherokee circuit judge ordered Charles Stegall sent to Atlanta on the first train under sheriff protection following a state federal clash. Attorneys General Hart and Carter Tate discussed procedures with Judge Fite, aiming to honor a habeas corpus writ while testing state's authority to compel testimony. Deputy marshals planned to transfer Stegall from Trenton to Atlanta unless further orders intervene.
Generally fair weather forecast with continued cool temperatures and moderate north winds for Wednesday. The outlook remains unchanged with steady conditions across Georgis Tweedsy Sod area.
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