Atlanta Mayor Defends Mob That Lynched Frank
San Francisco dispatch reports Mayor Woodward of Atlanta declaring Leo A. Frank suffered the just penalty for an unspeakable crime. He denounces reform elements and warns Governor Slaton not to return to Georgia. He claims Georgia jurors would not change their verdict and blames bandits and fear for the lynching of Mary Phagan’s killer.
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Len M. Tronk
Body Sent to Brooklyn after Death of Noted Prisoner
A funeral train carried Leo M. Epauk the noted prisoner kidnapped from the State farsi and killed near the Keyed vietin. The body was taken through here by Mrs. tk and her brother Rabbi th Marx A. Marcus H Alexander and tlertert Haas. Atlanta attorneys defend Frank in court. A small crowd observed the train pass through with limited press access.
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H Alexander
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Box Ball Tournament Promises Cash Prizes
Box Ball tournament organized on North Foster Street runs next week. Bowlers split into classes, each to bowl a five game series starting at 8 30. Prizes offer three cash awards of 2, 2 and 1 respectively. Advertisement appears in The Eagle.
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Oun North
Ashford man brings Ford carload of bacon to town
A. Fowler of near Ashford delivered a Ford carload of home made bacon into town today. W. W. Newberry, a leading farmer from route three, was present for the event.
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Slaton Attacks Woodward Address Over Georgia Lynching Debate
In San Francisco on August 18 former Georgia Governor Slaton denounces Mayor Woodward of Atlanta for remarks about Leo Frank’s case. He calls the Woodward speech a political tool and accuses Woodward of undermining law and order while defending a lynching.
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Georgia
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Germans Take Town of Kovno in Major Assault
Berlin reports German forces captured the fortress at Kovno after a night assault. Russian troops retreated to Kayno with stubborn resistance and German troops seized large booty at Kuvan. Field Marshal Mackensen pushed opponents to the east bank of the Bay and into outer defenses. Prince Leopold’s army crossed the Kaniunka reaching the ug. British...
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Nove Georgievak
Vin Mackensen
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Dothan Guards Prepare for Montgomery Camp
The Dothan Guards around 50 strong plan a trip to Montgomery for their annual encampment at the Capital City. The First Regiment will lead, with the Second likely to follow, as Captain C M Morris aims for a strong showing. A drill day at Baker Field precedes departure.
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Convict Bill Moves in Legislature Across Mines
The bill to remove convicts from five mines advances in the House this afternoon. The measure would require all five mines in the TS area to close and release the convicts, signaling a major political issue in the upcoming gubernatorial year as lobbyists react. Houston County Board of Revenue bids await the Governor’s signature.
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Houston County Board of Revenue
Legislature Set to End Work by September 18
In Montgomery Alabama August 18 Speaker Carmichael indicated a likely adjournment by September 18 after a long session with several important items to settle. He noted the legislature faces decisive decisions before final adjournment announced for late September. A sale advertisement for Hartford area property and farm equipment was also listed in the notice.
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Love Cult Founder Takes Pardon Request Hearing
Approximately 19 people were heard by the State Pardon Board today regarding Evelyn Arthur Lee, founder of the Absolute Life cult. The proceedings followed advisory study. details were not disclosed.
Storm Section Feels Heavy Death Toll and Local Visits
The storm torn area reports many locals seen in town with routine errands while Texas City disaster claims twelve soldiers and later civilian losses. The list includes Dothan and Headland residents and other travelers visiting Jacksonville and nearby locales.
Soldiers Cut Off at Galveston Amid War Department Worry
Washington reports distressed War Department officials over 3 000 Kelliers of the Fifth Brigade in Malveton Texas and a deadly Texas City blast blamed for twelve deaths. Robert Smith of Route One adds inquiry while a Maggie Fay steamer is sunk by a German submarine in the Irish Sea and crew members are rescued.
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Miller Gould Finds Markets in This City
B Miller of Moultrie Ga formerly with the Georgia Northern Railway has been in the city. He says the area is holding its own despite tight finances and cites letters from wholesale houses asking for potatoes and other farm products. He claims better freight rates can be secured here. George David van of Taylor route 1 was in town on business.
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Georgia Northern Railway
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Busineva
Men Make Bond In Federal Distilling Case Near Florala
Stranglin and John W. Grant of near Florala were arraigned before Federal Commissioner C. Tutwiler on charges of distilling. They were held under bonds of 200 dollars each for the federal grand jury proceedings.
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Austrian Attack Frustrated in Pelagosa Narrow Jam
In Rome and Ang, Italian forces repelled an Austrian air and sea assault on Pelagosa Island. Italian garrison defense left one officer and four men dead and three wounded.
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Russians Lose Fort They Held on Niemen to German Advance
Reports from the front say Koena stronghold on the Niemen was captured by German forces last night. Berlin claims the take includes 400 cannons and large quantities of war materiel. Generals debate whether the Wrest-Litovel line can hold as Grand Duke Michel’s forces retreat. Intense fighting surrounds Petrograd as Teutonic and British actions push on various fronts. Athens informs London that Venizelos resigns and notifies King Constantine of a cabinet formation.
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