Phagan Case analyzed by Napier contends Frank innocence
George M Napier argues in a lengthy editorial that public impression shifted as detectives publicized evidence, questionability of Conley as sole killer, and doubts about Frank's guilt. He underscores contradictions in witness timelines, notes the strong dispute over the time of events, and urges careful, evidence based prosecution rather than mob sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Frank
Conley
George M. Napier
Lanford Commends Sleuths in Phagan Case Labor
Chief of Detectives Lanford notes heavy workload on the Phagan mystery and commends detectives including Starnes and Campbell for untiring work. He expresses public reassurance and gratitude as the month closes. A separate note covers Minola McKnight returning to work after a two day disappearance and refusal to disclose details of an affidavit.
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Detective
Phagan
Lanford
Beavers
Police Commission
Sanford
Starnes and Campbell
Minola McKnight
Selig
Attempt to Remove Jim Conley Reported
Unconfirmed reports Wednesday said a move would be made to transfer Jim Conley from the police station to the county jail. Solicitor Hugh M. Dorsey conferred with Superior Court Judge Roan and W. M. Smith but disclosed nothing. It was unclear what gain was sought beyond removing the negro from those who might press his testimony. Police deny any drilling of Conley’s statements.
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Jim Conley
Leo M. Frank
Mary Phagan
Hugh M. Dorsey
Superior Court
Roan
W. M. Smith
Conley
Luther Z. Rosser
Slain Girl’s Parents Subpoenaed in Dorsey Case
Mr and Mrs W J Coleman parents of Mary Phagan were subpoenaed by Solicitor Dorsey on Wednesday and appeared at the courthouse noon. The purpose was not disclosed but it was expected they would be called before Frank’s trial.
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W. J. Coleman
Mary Phagan
Dorsey
Court House
Frank
Vacation Styles and Correct Prices at Moore & Sons
John L. Moore and Sons at 42 North Broad Street offers a range of vacation style guides and price lists. Local shoppers can compare options and find current rates for travel accessories and related services.
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John L. Moore & Sons
North Broad Street
Miss Okie Painter Named Head Of Fertilizer Company
In Jacksonville on June 11 Miss Okie Painter daughter of the late E M Painter was elected president of the E M Painter Fertilizer Company as the stockholders increased capital stock from 250000 to 500000 with option to raise liabilities equally. The business is described as flourishing and she plans to continue her late father’s policies, controlling the major portion of stock and voting power after his mysterious death on May 22. Two weeks of legislative work delayed leadership but Miss Painter has effectively run the firm with secretary D A Morrison Jr and counsel G Hamlin aiding.
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Conley
Jacksonville
Okie Painter
E. ©. Painter
E. ©. Painter Fertilizer Company
Painter
St. Johns River
Miss Painter
Martha Painter
Florida
South Georgia
Painter Company
South
J. B. Conrad
Glenwood
Tallahassee
D. A. Morrison, Jr
G. ©. Hamlin
Fleet Can Use Canal By Oct 1 Goethals Says
New York June 11 Colonel George Goethals arrived from the Canal Zone and declared that if war in the Pacific occurred the Atlantic fleet could be floated across the Isthmus of Panama by October. He has been summoned to Washington to confer with the Secretary of War about fortifications, which are progressing rapidly.
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New York
United States
Pacific
Panama
George Goethals
Canal Zone
Goethals
Washington
Garrison
Mississippi to Raise One Million for Levees
Jackson Mississippi June 11 The Mississippi Legislature met in extra session to authorize the levee board to issue bonds for flood control work. A proposed 3 000 000 bond issue and tax hikes were trimmed to 1 000 000 and no tax increases in the compromise.
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Jackson
Miss
Mississippi
Mississippi Levee Board
Town Swept by Fire near Johnstown
The Cassandra business district, a small town 15 miles from Johnstown, was wiped out by fire today causing an estimated loss of 150000 dollars.
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Johnstown
Cassandra
Optimism as Georgia cotton crop promises good times
The article surveys bankers and business leaders in Atlanta who foresee a healthy, economical cotton crop. Captain James W. English notes no demand refusals, ongoing building, and moderate loans while warning against New York hysteria. Charles E. Currier stresses stable trade and improving sales as cotton prospects grow with sun.
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James W. English
Fourth National Bank
Atlanta
New York
Charles E. Currier
Atlanta National Bank
Three Atlanta Girls to Graduate at Mount DeSales
Misses Mary Lynch Amelia Harwell and Virginia Pottle of Atlanta will take part in Mount DeSales Academy graduating exercises in Macon this afternoon. Miss Sarah Duffy of James Georgia and Miss Margaret O Grady of Chattanooga are the first and second honor graduates.
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Macon
Mary Lynch
Amelia Harwell
Virginia Pottle
Atlanta
Mount DeSales Academy
Sarah Duffy
James, Ga
Margaret O'Grady
Chattanooga
Beautiful Bedding Plants Offered at Atlanta Flora Co
Beautiful bedding plants offered by Atlanta Flora Co located at 555 E Fair Street. Priced at 3 cents each. Limited stock available, first come basis.
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Atlanta Flora Co
E. Fair Street
U S Troops Prepare To End Moro Revolt
Manila June 11 Brigadier General John Pershing commander of Mindanao reports plans for a decisive action against Moro rebels entrenched at Bud Bags and under the Sultan of Jolo. A strong force is assembled as resistance is anticipated.
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Manila
Philippine Islands
John Pershing
Department of Mindanao
Bagdad
Jolo
Trial Set On Land Ownership In Forest Reserve Case
The Appalachian Forest Reserve case moves toward a jury after testimony, with the government having condemned the tract. Competing owners Mrs. W. H. Felton and Andrew Jennette present conflicting claims in United States Court before Judge Newman.
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Appalachian Forest Reserve
W. H. Felton
Andrew Jennette
United States
Newman
Vizier Mahmud Pasha Assassinated in Constantinople
Special Cable report from London states Mahmud Shevket Pasha Grand Vizier of Turkey and his military aide were shot to death in a street ambush as they rode to the Sublime Porte. The aging Young Turk leader had wielded military dictatorship and was linked to Enver Bey. The killings are seen as revenge for Nazim Pasha’s murder last winter.
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Atlanta
London
Mahamud Shevket Pasha
Turkey
Constantinople
Mahmud Pasha
Sublime Porte
Mahmud Shevket Pasha
Young Turk Party
Enver Bey
Nazim Pasha
Deaf Mute Apologizes For Mistreating Wife
Macon report: A H Weinger, identified as a deaf mute, apologized through newspapers for a disturbance at Forsyth Street home Sunday morning after his wife did not respond quickly to his knock. He blamed intoxication for his earlier accusation of another person in the room and said he regained his senses and made amends.
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Macon
A. H. Weininger
Forsyth Street
Slaton to Keep All Brown's Aids but 1
The article states Governor John M. Slaton will retain most of Governor Brown's aides with one exception. Colonel Jesse Perry will remain private secretary and Hardy Ulm as executive secretary. Alma Norris will stay as official stenographer. Dr. I. S. Hopkins will replace W. R. Power as warrant and requisition clerk.
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John M. Slaton
Brown
Jesse Perry
Hardy Ulm
Alma Norris
Marietta
I. S. Hopkins
Atlanta
W. R. Power
Girard Postmaster Nomination Named
Washington June 11 Josephine Carlisle has been nominated for postmaster at Girard Alabama a suburb of Columbus Georgia in the state nomination announced today by federal authorities and pending confirmation results in a local appointment for the Girard postal office
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Girard
Washington
Josephine Carlisle
Ala
Columbus, Ga
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White City Park
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