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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1907
Page
1
Richmond report states that a group of assailants chloroformed four women in their sleep last night in Davenport. A posse of officers hunted the intruders as homes of local residents W. W. Scott Ed Da and Rev. F. A. Meade were entered. Blakely noted among suspects.
London press shows signs of shifting sentiment toward the United States after the Kingston Incident. The Morning Post argues for full disclosure of facts behind Governor Swettenham’s actions and Admiral Davin’s role, noting perceived abuses by American forces. The Chronicle hints Swettenham may face new scrutiny as opinion begins to shift.
Seventh and eighth graders from Fair Street school tour The Georgian on Friday afternoon. They view the building from office to basement and learn how a modern newspaper is made, with many pupils attending each week. The visits boost understanding and appreciation of daily papers among the students.
Richmond Virginia January 31 report states the state militia will be called out to remove Dr L B Foster from the post of superintendent at the Eastern hospital. Dr C C Brunk named to succeed him. West Indians Reach Colon Coton January 31 report notes the royal mail steamer Solent bringing 1300 West Indian laborers, distributed along the canal route by a special train.
New York January 31 Juror No 11 Henry Kleinburger excused as Thaw trial widens. Thaw family arrives in Pittsburgh where Evelyn Thaw may testify amid defense effort to portray Stanford White links. Detective O Mara brings new data aiding the defense as juror selection nears completion. local police shadow a key figure during transit.
Mrs Lucy J Wade of New York sues in superior court alleging real estate swindle by W E Wimpy of Atlanta. She claims he posed at her boarding house, used false statements about R J Griffin to gain ownership of a triangular block near Court Street and coerced her into a fraudulent contract. She seeks annulment and recovery of property value plus interest.
Continued report from Glens Falls notes Tian named Warren as an eye witness to the tragedy on Madison Square Roof. Assistant Attorney Marshall departed for Pittsburgh to pursue the police chief and Harry K. Thaw in the city. Entries appear in police records amid ongoing investigations.
W E Wimpy, linked to a Mangum Street controversy last November over renting 120 Mangum Street to a Black family for use as a boarding house. The home belonged to Rev A C Ward of Temple Baptist Church and the tenant Cassie Stepheng faced local scrutiny amid community tension.
New York January 31 juror No 4 David Strother Walker said he was surprised to be dismissed and that his acquaintance with Stanford White and Harry Thaw’s family should not have affected his duty. He indicated confusion over why he was removed and noted his eccentricity but denied bias against Thaw. He described tensions during the trial and questioned handling of the juror replacement.
Washington reports indicate the United States and Japan drift toward conflict despite high level precautions. President and advisers limit information as advisers warn of a looming war risk requiring vigorous diplomacy to prevent an explosion. Pacific coast tensions rise as hostilities potential increases. California Senate condemns federal interference amid a nationwide dispute over state sovereignty and executive authority.
Washington report from January 31 describes the interstate commerce commission probing child labor in rail transport. Investigators cite several cases of boys as telegraph operators handling signals and train orders on railroads. incidents include youths in Opp Alabama and Pink Alabama, with ages as young as 15 and 16. The probe flags these conditions as among the most flagrant observed.
Maryland Senator Rayner delivered a fervent attack on centralization and Secretary Root's policy as carried out under Roosevelt. He warned the new dispensation threatens the Constitution, asserting a one man power risks the republic and objecting to warship deployments and revenue losses from executive orders.
Weather forecast expects rain tonight and Friday with warmer conditions on Friday. The report includes temperature readings for morning and afternoon hours. It also notes President Roosevelt plans to travel to Cant late in September to attend McKinley memorial exercises.
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