Brutal Murder in Pencil Factory – Atlanta Constitution’s First Report (1913)

The Atlanta Constitution’s April 28, 1913 front-page exclusive details the assault and murder of Little Mary Phagan. Key elements include the basement crime scene, Newt Lee’s arrest, the two suspicious notes, eyewitness sightings of Mary with three men, her mother’s grief, and police theories about drugging and multiple perpetrators. A primary-source snapshot of the case on day one. The Atlanta Constitution – Monday, April 28, 1913 Support the truth: Get the second revised edition of Mary Phagan-Kean’s book, The Murder of Little Mary Phagan (2025 edition). Available on Amazon or directly at www.littlemaryphagan.com. Proceeds fund a documentary honoring Little Mary. First edition free download on the site.