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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1900
Page
5
The Trafalgar Buildings in Trafalgar Square offer reading and recreation rooms. A special invitation extends to Southerners visiting London to use the facilities and consider The Constitution office as their headquarters. MR GEO M HORTON is listed as the London representative of the paper.
Notice lists traveling representatives and city collectors for subscription servicing and ad testing. It notes postage rates and publication details including tiered newspaper page counts and regional distribution. It mentions Nichols & Holliday and advertising managers for Atlanta territory.
An 1894 style weather column argues that a cold spell aligns with the first April full moon and notes the popular deduction may rival scientific theories. It discusses moonlight possibly affecting vegetation and proposes simple experiments with crops, while warning against premature conclusions and citing Mr. Mabbury.
A Atlanta era letter questions the link between the first April full moon and cold spells. It mocks Marbury and Professor Abbe, arguing many so-called scientific claims are theories or speculation lacking proof. The piece defends moon study as astronomy meets skepticism, noting the moon’s cold, airless nature and motion questions.
The piece argues President McKinley betrayed a stated plain duty by yielding to trust pressures over Porto Rico, urging Americans to judge Republicans by actions, not party loyalty. It cites The Chicago Times-Herald and The Daily Times-Herald editorial stance while warning voters to assess leaders at the polls this November.
The piece blasts the Democratic platform on Puerto Rico and expansion, warning Republicans against abandoning constitutional rights for party gains. It urges Americans to choose a ticket pledged to uphold national justice and reject subjugation. A call to confront Mr Kohlgaard on the big issue ends the argument.
The piece notes global demand for American coal from Russia to Japan, driven by English mine shortages and war needs. It cites a French railway buying 600 tons daily and 6,000 tons reaching Japan, praising American coal’s heating strength and suggesting southern deposits boost national wealth. shipping capacity remains the hurdle.
The piece urges Fulton County residents to approve a reformatory, arguing it could have aided criminals like Gyp South who are now beyond reform. It notes funding through counties and federal courts, and frames the decision as a civic duty and prudent investment.
The piece notes two Georgia fatalities linked to Jamaica ginger, one near the Tennessee line, with Bowdoin Professor Robinson stating the drink’s capsicum destroyed stomach membranes. It comments on vigilance, politics, and a grim reminder that aid is futile if the victim won’t help himself. It ends with brevity on climate, campaigns, and April weather.
A collage of Georgia dialect verse, commentary, and brief poems on Easter bonnets, fashion, and memories. Includes remarks on old versus new bonnets, Easter poems rejected by editors, holiday songs, and regional reflections on life, love, and religion with multiple named authors and papers.
Walking downtown in the morning, the piece recalls Joe McCord and Third National Bank comments on business vitality. It names Colonel Peel, John Newton Craig, Homer Reed, Charley Hill, Tom Pelder, Charley Northen, and other locals, praising wit and cultural views while critiquing northern literary snobbery and the era's public figures.
Lieutenant Commander J. C. Gilmore, recently on leave in Washington recuperating from injuries, is ordered to report for immediate duty as executive officer aboard a cruiser. The move follows extended service with naval militia of the Atlantic and a return to active duty for sea assignment.
In Nashville Tennessee on April 13 special report notes Louisville and Nashville propose to minority stockholders of the Nashville Chattanooga and St. Louis railway. The plan, discussed for twenty years, would need Kentucky and Tennessee legislation to consolidate roads. Minority stockholders resist a two for one exchange valuing shares unfavorably, and railroad men avoid comment amid fears of upheaval and office moves to Nashville.
Washington April 183 Owing to continued ill health Hon John Addison Porter secretary to the president has tendered his resignation to take effect May 1 next. George Cortelyou of New York the present assistant secretary to the President has been appointed to the office. Cortelyou born July 1862 comes from an old New York family and has held various posts including stenographer private secretary and executive clerk to the president before becoming assistant secretary in 1898.
The Chattanooga May Festival press committee issued the official program for the Mid-Country Mardi Gras from May 7 to 11. Highlights include a King Baldur arrival and street parade, a grand flower parade with queens from Chattanooga and nearby cities, a major band tournament, governor and war official visits, labor parades, secret order demonstrations, and a permanent street fair echoing Chicago's Midway with top world attractions secured for Government Square.
Massachusetts Senator George F Hoar cannot attend the American Drian Historical Society celebration in Boston. In a letter to Secretary Thome Murray he cites the enduring spirit of liberty and independence sparked by the April 19, 1775 events. He expresses faith that the Western Hemisphere will remain free.
Albany and newspapers discuss Mrs. Dewey as a pivotal figure supporting her husband Thomas Dewey in political contention. Commentary notes her influence within the Dewey family and public perception of his prospects amid mixed opinions.
Reports say Sir Julian Pauncefote will retire as British ambassador in Washington and Lord Brassey, governor general of Victoria, is named to succeed him. Brassey, famed for naval interest and colonial service, is noted for democratic leanings and restraint, while Pauncefote’s long tenure has pleased both governments. The piece also mentions Leander Starr Jameson’s Cape Town raid role and his Edinburgh/London origins.
The text recalls Cecil Rhodes and Jameson’s South Africa ventures including the 1895 raid context and Rhodes’ later ties with Dr Price in Kimberley. It notes Jameson nursing war patients at Ladysmith during a later conflict, then shifts to Downpatrick where a seven ton memorial stone marks St Patrick’s supposed grave site with an Irish cross carved on its surface, linked to St Diarmid and mid sixth century legends.
Reports from peer papers quote Robert N Watson of GreemiMe Vindicator and Robert Wate son as announcing bids in the seventh district. W. W. Almand and Judge W. F Brown draw attention, with many supporters ready in Bus County and Jefferson as candidates attend a city meeting.
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