Monument to Davis Dominates Georgia Confed Memory
In Nashville the Southern Press Monument Association discussed erecting a Jefferson Davis monument with General John B. Gordon issuing a proclamation urging Confederate veterans to fund and support the project. A June 18 mobilization is urged for coordinated action across veteran groups.
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Southern Press Monument Association
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Georgia college funds spar over Atlanta University
The Atlanta University funding dispute in Georgia traces back to a 19th century annual $8,000 state appropriation amid postwar plans to educate negro youths. The Morrill act later added federal funds, with debates over fund ownership and how to empower the state’s negro college while condemning missteps by the Enquirer-Sun and praising the commission managing the effort. The piece also covers Confederate veteran memorial efforts led by General Gordon and public notices on broader political commentaries.
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Colored University
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Department of the Interior
Atlanta University
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Negro Colege
Savannah
Americus
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Lynching Threats as Arson Suspect Is Held in Washington
In Washington on May 29 Special reports a Black arson suspect Bill Calloway is jailed after two house fires at Mr. S place. Rumors of lynching spread as authorities push strong proof and a prior arson convict faces intensified threats. A jail guard slept during the tension while a Washington crowd gathered. A musical concert at Lacy Institute drew attention that evening.
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Union Point
Bernard Freeman
Annie Linton
Linton
Langford
Jas Barnes
Carlaway
Baptist Church
Sda
Arrington
Wilkes
Washington
Bill Calloway
Charson
J. Irvin
Notts
Massive Textile Sale Promises Bargains in Baltimore Area
A lavish ad proclaims a first week of June sale with hundreds of yardages of lawn and cottons, parasols, embroideries, and undergarments priced to clear. Items listed include Figured Lawn 21 2c and 25c per dress, Bleaching from 3c, Muslin 6c, and Parasols at 90c.
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