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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1906
Page
5
W B Walker, long time superintendent of fire alarms, refutes Moody’s alleged city work at Chief Joyner’s farm. He says he never accompanied Moody, no city wires or materials were shipped to the farm, and no farm work was paid by the city. He calls the accusation an outrage on an honest man.
The Georgian reports a heated campaign in Georgia with Hoke Smith and Judge Russell campaigning across counties. Voter registrations rise in Royston Thomas, Lumpkin and Coweta, while endorsements and rallies occur in Vidalia, Carroll and Temple. Russell's appearances trigger reorganized support, though some engagements are canceled.
A dated political notice promotes Sharp for county treasurer, asserting he is not a city employee but closely linked to city and county roles. It highlights his long railway and Southeastern Tariff Association work, residence in Atlanta, and approval as a capable, honorable candidate backed by supporters urging votes by August 22.
A local candidate, M. T. LaHatte, runs for the Alderman seat in the First Ward. The bid centers on neighborhood improvements, public safety, and responsive city governance as part of the upcoming election.
Cuban rebels plot to assassinate President Palma as a crackdown spreads. Six Liberals and linked figures are detained over conspiracy. authorities intensify guard duty, deploy rurales and artillery, with clashes reported near San Juan y Martinez and in Santiago.
A report recounts Mrs Harwell and citizens outside the Memorial Orphanage scene. Miss Crimmin testifies Harwell spent days with children while Mrs Harwell says no funds reached the aims. She explains charity work relies on street meetings and prayer as the fire within her grows.
In Atlanta the Memorial Orphanage at 54 McDaniel Street, run by Mrs Ida M Harwell, faced charges of blocking public streets without a permit. With J R Harwell and 24 children present, the recorder gave until September 5 to show a more business like operation while witnesses from city agencies and charities testified.
An affidavit from Thomas H. Goodwin sworn August 19, 1906, recounts that Ed Anderson of the Atlanta fire department allegedly pressed Cobb county issues, claiming he was threatened by W. B. Joyner to drop opposition to street railroad tracks. Goodwin asserts Anderson lied in denial, aiming to aid Goodwin's campaign for rayon mayor.
Testimony centers on alleged mistreatment at the street mission run by Mr and Mrs Harwell. Officials dispute permits and oversight, noting claims of child sleeping arrangements and lack of medical care. Clergymen defend the work as divinely guided while officials seek regulatory support and a board of managers by September 5.
A Dreadful Aug 20 quake strikes Yrega Chile as a powder house blast with 3,000 miles of dynamite leads to widespread ruin. Destruction hits the lower city and harbor area with many buildings toppled and fires burning. Government and private funds mobilize relief as reconstruction looms.
Santiago de Chile Aug 20 official statement reports the death of a prominent figure aged 65. Citizens express consternation as authorities urge calm and outline funeral arrangements. Road conditions deteriorate as mourning operations unfold nationwide.
In a powerful earthquake a death toll rises to 66 with hundreds wounded. Blocks of buildings are damaged and many structures collapsed including the cathedral, barracks, and theaters. Prison mutiny occurred but was quelled after clashes with guards. Cerro Santa Lucia hill cracked and partially vanished. Fire extinguished. entrances barred to unsafe buildings. Estimations place losses at 70,000 here and fifty times that at Valparaiso.
Special to The Georgian reports Gadsden Alabama on August 24. A. Whitworth of Bend delivered the first boll of the season to the city late evening, noting the crop is a few days later than usual for this year.
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