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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1915
Page
4
Albany June 18 The Court of Appeals denied Becker's bid for re argument and affirmed his death sentence Thaw to Have Jury Trial in sanity matter Justice Hendrick ordered a direct jury trial to determine Thaws sanity in Albany NY today The decision underscores the ongoing legal battle over Thaws mental fitness.
In Savannah News style the narrator laments baseball’s decline over days, recalling Osler Groover’s dog that slept in the post office. The tale suggests fans lose interest, players may need work, and the ball park dulls without faithful crowds.
Bethlehem Commandery No 30, Knights Templ ar was formally instituted last Thursday at eight. Seventy five percent of charter members attended in full uniform as the Grand Commandery of the State and Grand Encampment of the United States conducted the rites. Officers for the year were elected and installed. Ten candidates participated in the Temple Degree work led by Grand Commandery officers and local clergy.
Washington June 21 The Supreme Court declared the Oklahoma Grandfather Clause unconstitutional as it restricted the negro vote.
Murfreesboro Tennessee resident Mrs H E Maben writes that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her female weakness displacement and fatigue after doctors failed. The notice touts the product as a nearly forty year valued tonic and invites readers to seek advice from Pinkham's letters.
Douglas Arizona June 18 reports say the absence of food in Eastern Sonora drives civilians to the mountains where they live on acorns and patillas fruit. Recent wheat confiscations by Villa commanders forced many to abandon homes and civilians received only a small portion of the crop.
Cairo June 18. A joint Cairo Farmers Union and business men meeting featured National president Charles S. Barrett and Florida Union leader J. L. Sheppard. Barrett stressed cooperation and critiqued Congress while praising farmers’ goals. afternoon saw a free for all to organize a marketing club.
An old advertisement promises neuralgia and nerve pain relief with a few drops of Sloan's Liniment. It claims quick comfort for face head arm shoulders chest and back and urges a brief quiet rest for best effect. The copy highlights a 3 ounce bottle for 26e at all druggists.
Kansas City report says twelve people died in a wind and rain storm that swept Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and eastern Nebraska. Over twenty injured as torrents flooded streams and tornadoes wrecked buildings from Des Moines to the central plains.
Trustee P Q Bryan schedules July 12 1915 public auction of all Swift Lumber assets including mill equipment timber railroad rights and leasehold interests at the Meigs Georgia site with ten percent cash down and balance on confirmation. Contacts at 293 Commercial Building Moultrie Ga.
Constantinople June 18 by AP correspondent reports British losses on Gallipoli west coast. British fleet seeks refuge in Kafla bay Imbros northeast coast after mines explode under vessels. Turkish positions now dominant in the area.
Detroit star Tyrus Raymond Cobb still tops the American League with a .401 mark but new leaders surface in other circuits. Jake Daubert leads the National League at .370 for Brooklyn while Vincent Campbell of Newark paces the Federal League at .863.
The governor outlines Conley's account of Henry Ford era details in the Frank case. He notes alleged inconsistencies in Conley's story about the murder of Mary Phagan and the disposal of her body. The narrative questions whether the elevator was used and timing of Emma Clark and Corintha Hall's movements.
Meigs Atlanta and Moultrie residents, including Mr. Earl S Hurst and Mr J W Adams, visit Thomasville for business and leisure. Mrs J S Hunter departs for Milledgeville to visit friends. families plan summer stays in Saluda North Carolina and Camilla.
Princess Zada, a Persian born pictured as half fairy tale, visits Atlanta guest of Clarence Angier. Her blue eye and yellow eye, inherited royal Persian blood, attract attention as she travels with tales of exotic splendor and a daring elopement with Tom, a popular American.
Mr and Mrs J B Craigmiles returned home this morning and are stopping with Mr J L Beverly on East Clay Street.
Dr. T. R. Cravatt returned from Atlanta where he attended the State meeting of the Dental Association.
The longest day of the year brings talk of peak heat and those who say it is the hottest yet. Residents and officials observe the elevated temperatures and event forecasts as summer reaches full swing.
Dr. Harry Ainsworth arrived home this morning from a brief trip to Battle Creek Michigan and Chicago. He spoke briefly about the purpose of the journey and plans for the week ahead.
Miss Louise Grantham left a Valdosta house party at Blue Springs on Saturday to visit friends in Quitman.
Miss Louisé Tuten of Jesup Ga arrives this evening to stay several weeks with Miss Louise Bottoms and Miss Gladys Bottoms after attending the Epworth League Convention in Americus.
An advertisement claims Po-Do-Lax cures constipation overnight with a small dose. It praises Podophyllin and bile flow, describing faster digestion and a “free” morning bowel movement. The copy urges readers to ask their druggist for the medicine.
At the 1915 session to convene June 23 a bill will be introduced to amend the Boston city charter. The act would empower the mayor to impose fines for violations of city ordinances not exceeding one hundred dollars with an alternative penalty.
Night watchman at the Central Bank and Trust Company surprised by a stranger at the counter around midnight. The man claimed Asa Candler was a friend and that he would receive money after writing two checks to himself. He was seized and held at police headquarters. the man identified as Al Matthews.
Special to Times Enterprise Atlanta June 21 complete chronology of the Leo M Frank murder case. Key dates include the 1918 murder of Mary Phagan at the National Pencil factory in Atlanta, Frank's indictment May 24 1913, trial July 28 1912 verdict June 23 1913, sentencing August 26 1913 and multiple appeals through 1914. The timeline also covers motions for new trials and denials by Georgia and United States courts, including writs of error denied.
District Judge W T Newman denies writ of habeas corpus in 1914. Frank’s attorneys seek relief. Justice Lamar grants appeal and doubt certificate. Supreme Court dismisses writ in 1915. pleas for commutation filed with Georgia Prison Commission and Governor Slaton. Slaton commutes to life and inmate moved to Milledgeville State Prison Farm.
A fuse blew at the Bell Telephone Exchange this morning putting about a hundred phones out of order. Local manager Mr Reed apologized for the inconvenience and had the trouble fixed within about ninety minutes.
Yesterday and today the Weather Bureau in this city logged a maximum thermometer reading of 102 degrees. Last night stood among the hottest of the year with the sunshine temperature hitting 119 degrees today.
Mr and Mrs J B Allen and Karen travel from Florida to Tulsa for the summer. They report Georgia roads better than Florida roads and plan to spend the season in Oklahoma.
Mrs. H. C. Wolters Miss Bettie Wolters Master Augustin Wolters and Mr. Arthur Wright depart this morning for Highland Park Illinois for a week then proceed to Onekama Michigan where Mrs. Wolters owns a summer cottage.
Miss Anna Belle Copeland returned to Metcalfe last Saturday evening after a very pleasant visit to her sister Mrs. C. L. Folsom. She is widely known in Thomasville and throughout the State for her kindness and thoughtfulness to others.
Among the visitors were Rev. J. M. Rushin and J. J. Parramore along with W. R. Forester T. F. Samuels EB. D. McRae and F. L. Bradshaw E. M. Fambrough Rev. L. A. Brown A. Cole G. C. Jenkins F. C. Jones from Boston G. J. Duren J. N. Isler and J. A. Bowers from Meigs J. F. Singletary from Ocalocknee and Rev. W. A. Brown from Waycross attending the local Commandery gathering.
Burglars entered via a front window at mid day stealing small change a gold watch and a pistol from the Fairview residence of Mr Harley Estridge Police were notified but no clues to the thief's identity have been found yet.
Louisville visitor Mr. L B Jeter spends a short stay in the city. Colunbus Georgia firm J T Knight & son advertises cow peas. Dade City Florida resident Mrs. J L Shampner visits sister Mrs. MacIntyre. W T Doty of Valdosta and H H White of Atlanta are in town. Seven refrigerator cars carry cantaloupes to Meigs Pelham and nearby areas. twelve cars shipped last week. Crop varies, with some regions fine and others behind expectations.
Dr Henry M Moore guest of his parents on Remington Avenue for a few weeks. He recently graduated from Atlanta College of Medicine and won appointments to Manhattan Hospital, Macon City Hospital and Grady Hospital in Atlanta. He accepted Manhattan Hospital and will be in New York for two years.
A marriage of interest to Thomasville and Thomas county residents joined Miss Lila Mitchell and Mr. John McLeod on Thursday afternoon at the bride’s parents home in Grady county. The couple plan to reside in Funston where the groom is a business man. The ceremony was witnessed by close relatives and friends.
Miss Elsie Marie Crom of Bainbridge and Mr Harry Charles Gamage of Waycross married last Friday at the bride’s home in Bainbridge. The ceremony surprised friends as it had been planned for November. The bride is a niece of Mrs H L Cochran of Waycross and many in this city know her well. Gamage is superintendent of the Ware County Light and Power Company, with a large circle of Waycross friends.
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