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Newspaper
Atlanta Georgian
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1906
Page
1
May 31 in Washington Georgia reports say William Bryant Wainey about 60, a lonely farmer living alone, was shot in his home in what appears to be a robbery aimed at a $400 stash. The body was found at sunrise with a shotgun wound. coroner has gone to the scene for an inquest.
Terrific report and binding flash followed by panic when a missile from Galcony struck. King Alfonso and his bride passed below as the blast hit the concourse. One child killed and many injured amid chaotic scenes.
Dr Darlington initiates a formal probe into New York meat establishments amid claims of shocking conditions. He demands a larger inspector force as contested practices and decayed meat prompt calls for scrutiny, contrasting with Chicago packer reports.
Private Leased Wire from Chicago reports the head of the union Morris denies war rumors and claims attackers lack truth and proof. He warns against unwarranted accusations and defends his business standing amid the dispute.
Madrid crowds packed the church of San Geronimo at noon for the wedding of King Alfonso and Princess Ena of Battenberg. A thousand spectators lined the streets as troops and Paris London Berlin and Rome sleuths guarded the procession amid fear of anarchist demonstrations.
Cardinal Gibbons opened a conference on international arbitration at Lake Mohonk with remarks praising Christianity’s role in peace. He cited U S wars since independence, noting long periods of peace between conflicts and arguing Christian civilization has reduced warfare and terror. The address framed peace as a moral mission.
Washington on May 31 a voluntary advisory board prepared to assist the congressional committee will convene amid talk about how warmly or coolly the national committee chairman will receive it Radical Democrats fear Taggart backed appointees imply control of congressional machinery The piece contrasts Lee and Grant and quotes on pacific dispute resolution with a call for Christian public opinion to prevent duels between nations
The Canadian steamer Erin, sailing from Cleveland to Algoma Mills, sank in the St. Clair River at 3 o'clock after a collision with an unknown freighter, likely the Cumberland. Five passengers and crew died, including two women a cook and a passenger. The Brin of 600 tons from Thunder Bay tied with the Erin, which exploded as it sank. Survivors were saved by local Canadian fishermen. personal effects were lost. Names of the dead include Mary Reed and a Buffalo cook unknown.
Madrid May 31 His majesty King Alfonso received the special message at the royal palace yesterday in a formal audience. The hall featured red velvet canopies and ornate guards as the king, in a blue military uniform, greeted the emissaries in full dress.
A reminiscence notes the passing of May with weather observations oddities and minor reflection. It recalls a scorching day in Atlan in 1890, compares June expectations, and reports recent temperatures with a forecast of fair and partly cloudy conditions.
London dispatch reports seven killed and thirty injured by a dynamite blast during a Madrid royal procession. The bomber fired from a balcony, killing a bystander child and injuring several others while two horses pulling the carriage died. King Alfonso and Queen Ena remained calm as authorities restored order.
Jackson Mississippi May 81 The Southern Cotton Association bulletin issued today shows the total acreage this year rising over prior estimates. It details regional gains and implications for production projections, with emphasis on major cotton growing areas and market outlook.
Text outlines a plan for a costly gift tied to the battleship Louisiana and shared financial burdens. The proposal references yearly sums, acreage estimates, and percent increases in Texas lands, with Iberia and nearby towns urged to contribute toward the total.
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