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Newspaper

Atlanta Georgian

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1906

Page

7

Harriman Pool Criticized Over Policyholders Cash

Prominent bankers in York react to Harriman pool actions amid a surge in Union Pacific and Southern Pacific stock. Questions rise about dividend changes, timing of announcements, and the source of funds for the pool. Schiff deflects a direct query on the motive of thenaissance syndicate while noting the complexity of the arrangements.

York Promit Financial District Union Southern Pacific Common Stork E. H. Aarrinfian Union Bouth Reese Schiff Jacob H. J Harriman Pacific H. Harriman Ditore Union Pacific Road Union Pacific Southern Pacific Pacific Stock Harriman Pool Wall Street Harrican Jacob Schur Pacific Pool Nauveance Syndicate Volon Pacific Mr. Schiff

Dead Chinese Laundryman Found Dead in Athens

A Chinese laundry worker named Joe Kee or Kwang Sing was found dead on an ironing board in his Athens laundry. An inquest led to a verdict of death from unknown causes, with a slight chloroform odor noted. police say the death occurred within about two hours. Kee allegedly saved 1200 dollars in an Atlanta bank and partnered with Joe Huey of Mitchell Street laundry.

Joe Kee China Joe Thompson Kwang Sing Athens Atlanta Joe Ker Joe Huey Fant Mitchell Street Whiteall

Bet Odds At Window On August 22 Election

Hundreds pass the J J Goodrum Cigar Store read bold bets on Hoke Smith versus Clark Howell. Bets total thousands with offers of 500 on Howell in Seventh and Eighth wards and 100 per ward or precinct for Smith leads. A thousand on Fulton County votes and 100 on four counties. Street gossip predicts heavier betting than prior campaigns.

J. J. Goodrum Cigar Peachtree and Marietta Street Clark Howell Smith Walker Hoke Smith Fulton County Auust the Smith

Military parks visit sparks cautious optimism at home

Fragmentary report recalls a foreign tour by a military unit, noting plans to travel near Atlanta, with hints of enthusiasm and pride in the expedition. Details are unclear, but the segment emphasizes patriotism and readiness as the delegation returns and prepares for further assignments.

Morris Estate Settlement Over Damages In Atlanta

The Morris estate claim seeking damages from a street construction project in Atlanta was settled for 1200. The committee led by Martin, the chairman, approved the settlement after sessions at the parlors. The action addressed disruption to traffic and local access due to the Peterset viaduct project.

J. FL Morris Atlanta Peterseet Martin Harrison

Prighted Horse Kills Baltimore Clergyman in Tragic Trample

Aug 2. Hev Thomas geeth of Baltimore county, a Methodist clergyman, was killed when a frightened horse bolted while he attempted to move a stone from the animal. The horse reared and lunged forward trampling him, causing three broken ribs and internal injuries.

Thomas Pe Geeth Baltimore County

No Clue Yet Found To Moodys Slayer

On the Adameville road truck farmer Anjos Moody was shot dead by unknown assailants at the six mile post. His hat lay shot through in the road and his body was found nearby. Coroner’s inquest returned a verdict of death by gunshot wounds. Two men, James and William Mitchell, were arrested but released for lack of evidence. Moody’s body to be taken to Red Oak for funeral and interment Tuesday at 1 PM.

Anjos Moody Adameville Road Moody Thompson Degroes James William Mitchell Red Red Oak

Governor Signs Bucketshop Bill and Related Measures

Governor Terrell signed the general deficiency bill the bucketshop and pure election bills. He prepared to sign a large number of local measures as deadline approaches. Engrossing clerks in the House expect to finish Monday night with remaining bills ready for the governor Tuesday morning.

Terrell

Hoke Smith Speaks in Monroe County

Special to The Georgian Social Circle Georgia August 26 Hon Hoke Smith spoke to a large crowd in Monroe today as the superior court sat He schedules a 4 20 pm talk in Social Circle this afternoon Walton and Ruswell counties are cited as strong for Russell with one district as the exception claiming a countywide majority

Hoke Smith Monroe Superior Court Walton Strong Ruswell Russell

Loss of Savings Causes Death by Own Action in Chicago

A Chicago man, Edwin Kolleret, 45, hanged himself after a bank failure warning. Police say he deposited 250 dollars two months earlier in the Stensland bank, intended as a nucleus for a home fund. The Milwaukee Avenue Co operative store run by the Stensland enterprise was closed by Receiver Dawes with notices posted for a receiver's sale.

Chicago Dawes Milwaukee Avenue Edwin Kolleret Harrelson Street the Lakes Stensland Bank

Heyward Leaves Terminal Station for Insurance Post

J. B. Heywant resigns as chief of the baggage department at Terminal Station effective September 1 and is named special executive for Georgia with the Columbian National Life Insurance Company of Boston. He will work with Alfred C. Newell & Brothers in the Southern department, returning to Atlanta after a South Carolina origin in 1894 and noted as a well known railway man. His successor at Terminal Station has not yet been chosen.

J. B. Heywant Georgia Thelumbian National Life Insurance Comppany Boston Maia Alfred C.newell & Brothers Southern Department Heywant Atlanta South Carolina Heyward

2300 Are Banished From Czar's Realm Never Return

St Petersburg dispatch reports 2200 people banished from St Petersburg on Saturday and hundreds more sent inland with warnings not to return. The latest terror outbreaks left 58 government officials dead and 43 wounded, while 50 bomb depots were found and two outlawed parliament members, M Frankel and M Pritull, arrested.

Czar St. Petersburg the Gazette Pointe St. Peters Ffty M. Frankel M. Pritull

Cars Derailments Spark Mass Meeting in Macon

In Macon Georgia Aug 26 strikers and sympathizers clash as derailed cars block tracks and oil is applied. About 72 strikers join a mass meeting at the city auditorium to denounce the company. The company remains firm in its stance not to hire any Upton member.

Macon Tvo

Wilmott Park Auction Sale Attracts Atlanta Investors

Real estate man W A Foster to auction 19 desirable Wilmott Park lots next Saturday at 3 30 PM on a high Decatur Blue Line point near Rast Lake. Lots average 560 by 250 feet with extra cars from 2 30 PM. park area promising due to proximity to transit and a possible national park. Also notes Stonewall Jackson Camp to meet Monday night and updates on A B Weaver’s illness at Wesley Memorial Hospital.

Wilmott Park W. A. Foster Decatur Rast Lake Atlanta National Park Moderati Stonewall Jackson Stonewall Jackson Camp East Hunter Street

Albany Society Sees Wide Round of Travel News

Albany notices detail numerous residents visiting relatives in Savannah Atlanta and Columbus while others return from trips to Hot Springs Tampa and St Simons Island. The column lists travelers and brief hometown links across Millen Colquitt and Brunswck with social reports and upcoming gatherings.

Albany R. H. Warren Atlanta David Brown Hot Springs Ark Ian Emma Faircloth Savannah Joseph Ehrlich Augusta Zerelda Martin Columbus Kathleen Odom Blakely A. W. Palin Tampa Fla A. J. McDonald Bainbridge B. F. Manning Henry Lanter Hendersonville N. C L. O. Sykes Valdosta Annie Grace Neva Brimberry Camilla Bronwood C. R. Jenkins Macon C. McPhail H. H. Binns Washington, Ga Charleston D. C L. C. Plonsky Lookout] Mountain Teno Bishop Hamlin B. F. Bimith MroJd. Farrington New York Fannie Hilaman Moultrie J. M.titt Ira Cook Indian Springs North Carolina E. D. Sheffield Americus May Phillips Hawkinsville A. F. Churchwell Sarah Campbell Lois Comb D. C. McCaskill Brunswick Belle Greer Mise May Reynolda St. Simon’s [Sland Mires Lola May Schooppel Bruns‘wick Clara Monk Marion Gunnison

Largest Labor Day Parade Seen Here With Five Bands

The general committee foresees a record parade on Labor Day with five bands and attractive floats from enterprising firms. Speakers include Janes OConnell of the International Machinists and BoM Binckhurn. prayer by Rev. W it offer the opening. Floats lineup and march route outlined from Penetree to Forsyth Street with divisions noted. progress reports show secured floats and $15 extra for parade features.

Labor Day Mann General Committee Federation Unit Janes O'Connell International Machinists The Peels County Ner Inter Sume Reakine’s Fountain Penehtree West Penehtree Streets Ofelork Peooitres Pyblichalt Street Vonntermarch Forsyth Whitehalt Alabaru Myiston Deachtree Ted On Baker West Baker Vlaton Bain I Mellowitt Hana N. Sealer Rey C . Bernmi

Howell Campaign Tour in Meriwether County Georgia

Special to The Georgian Greenville Ga Aug 20 Hon Clark Howell conducts a vigorous Meriwether County campaign speaking at Greenville at 10 this morning and planning another address tonight Farm work is largely suspended until after the election. The report notes residents and local events surrounding the campaign and social visits within the county.

Greenville Clark Howell Meriwether

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