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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1902
Page
9
The Constitution defends fair coverage for candidates including Dupont Guerry amid a heated exchange with The Macon Telegraph. It rejects personal attacks and defends its even treatment, insisting the state remains prosperous and free from a collapse of governance.
The article marks Chief John W. Ball's first year at head of the Atlanta police department, praising improved handling and operations. It credits Ball's zeal, clear record, and vigilance for increased security, discipline, and public trust, forecasting continued progress.
Georgia papers report growing support for Colonel Joe Terrell in the state race for governor. Campaign notes praise his high ground stance and equal protection promises. Local editorials from Fannin to Laurens laud Terrell, with mentions of Guerry and Estill as rivals and Cherokee county backing.
In letters from the people Hon. Fleming au Bignon is praised for decades of influence in Georgia politics. SAM W. WILICES laments his health and withdrawal from active service while backing his return to leadership. Other notes include civic concerns about street dust control and a playful Easter poem, reflecting early 20th century Atlanta concerns and community voices.
Heavy demand for railroad cars has boosted production across U S factories. Savannah Georgia plants report orders totaling over 73 million dollars, with some railroads unable to obtain enough cars. Canadian, Mexican National, Southern, Plant system, and Georgia Southern and Florida lines have placed large orders for thousands of freight and coal cars, with deliveries stretched into next year.
Special report says a well known Liberty Hill resident hanged himself yesterday about 4 PM. He left home to visit his son and was found next morning a few hundred yards from his home, hanging by his feet. He was deaf and had been ill. He leaves a widow and two children.
Legislative race heats up in San Lowndes with multiple candidates including former West pursuing the two county seats. J. W. McKey, J. W. Ne, and others campaign as new hotel and church projects reshape Gainesville area while criminal cases and asylum issues feature in public concerns amid ongoing construction and civic developments.
The Foreign Missionary Society in North Georgia reports aggregated donations for missions across Athens, Atlanta, Augusta, Elberton, Griffin, LaGrange, Oxford, Rome and Americus districts totaling 11,306.40 for the year ending March 1902, with declines from last year due to no fund seals and other factors. Rev Luther G. named rector candidate. Calvary church meets to discuss farm extension and related charges.
Fragmented report from Elbert County about calls for a mass citizens’ meeting to discuss a county primary. Mentions executive committee, potential candidates Hawes, Adams, Martin, and others amid uncertain plans and scheduling.
A portion of Findlay’s foundry near Thorpe Street in Macon Georgia collapsed injuring workers when debris fell across Ogte Thorpe Street. The foundry, operated by government contract for arms, remained largely intact except for surrounding damage. Interment for the deceased was held at a local cemetery in Macon with services led by Pastor White. Local court matters and murder cases dominated the docket as the week closed.
In Columbus Ohio on March 1 a court hearing covered a bank case involving a Talbotton mercantile figure and a trustee. The judge considered a homestead exemption, with a report set aside for the trustee and questions raised about a claim of out of state residency and entitlement. The matter touched on naturalization and state ties as the hearing proceeded.
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