Show Notes
On the eastern edge of Atlanta, the wealthy but aging owner of an enormous cotton mill passes the torch to his son. However, trouble is brewing as workers become increasingly irate over brutal working conditions and the slum-like state of the mill village. Meanwhile, a world-famous private eye arrives in Atlanta and makes a stunning accusation in the Leo Frank case.
Months covered in this episode: 37-41 (of 56)
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