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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1912
Page
9
Fragmented OCR reveals a cacophony of 1920s political banter. Taft nearly dismissed for golf, Jersey pending a governor, June convention looming, wireless versus candidates, April showers for campaigns, and mood swings across Mississippi while Underwood looms and bandwagons travel.
The Atlanta speech by Governor Wilson praises Jefferson with admiration yet also cites insincerity and ambivalence. The piece argues that in public life singlemindedness is essential for a presidential candidate and questions the governor's ability to secure Georgia, a core Jeffersonian state, in the election.
Officials urge patience and courtesy at forthcoming grand opéra shows after last year's interruptions. Metropolitan Opera stars received warm hospitality from Atlantans while some auditors left early at a 6000-strong concert. Authorities remind residents to stay seated until curtain falls and assure transit schedules will run to avoid delays for southern visitors.
The piece argues that public focus on the Titanic disaster spurs hastily proposed reforms in navigation and shipbuilding. It cautions against rushed laws, urging careful study of lessons to avoid repeating the tragedy while preserving vigilance and preventing complacency.
A town correspondent notes a political candidate exhausting his shoes and hiring brass bands in a bid for office. The piece contrasts the hustling campaign with rural wisdom and homegrown labor, suggesting voters seek substance over spectacle as the season doors open to elections.
Sunday church teachers and leaders show strong interest in Mr Haynes lectures. He answers many questions as he speaks tonight on The Law Of God.
The United States grand jury begins May 27 with numerous potential jurors named by Clerk C C Fuller. Among those drawn to serve as traverse jurors are residents from Atlanta Decatur Marietta and several surrounding towns. The panel includes John Handley Fairburn Benjamin Wilkerson Campbellton William Williams Faye Jolly Henry Seamsthwaite Thomas Mason Milton Peargan and others. The case involves Henry Lincoln Johnson over alleged solicitation of campaign funds on a federal reservation. Roosevelt supporters advocate investigation though no action by the district attorney is anticipated.
Dublin Ga April 17 Special The annual session of the order of the Eastern Star convened in Dublin Tuesday and will run three days About 150 delegates from across the state attend This has been a pleasant session Mayor Orr welcomed the order Miss Tallulah Atkins Cordele associate grand matron replied to the welcome Then at the Masonic temple the secret work was exemplified A banquet followed at the New Dublin with music toasts from local and visiting members
Fitzgerald April 17 Special Mayor A B Cook fixes April 20 as mosquito day with prizes of 1 cent for the largest can collection and 5 dollars for the second largest collected by city boys before that date Reports will be made to the health officer on stagnant water likely to breed wiggle tails Few cans expected due to March cleaning. stagnant pools to be drained. anti fly campaign planned. the ordinance requiring screened doors and windows on public eating establishments to take effect May 1.
Fragmented OCR shows a call for Oscar Onderwoova’s nomination. Advocates claim bankers merchants railroads and all business would benefit, urging all Georgians to back him. The text cites county, state considerations and political strategy without clear dates or places.
William Terrell a noted lawyer and city council member endorses Oscar Underwood for president. He claims Underwood mirrors Jefferson in restraint and views him as the clearest Jefferson prize among candidates, noting Jefferson never ran for office or wrote for newspapers.
Macon Ga April 17 special The steward A Pickens will head the commissary at the Confederate veterans encampment in Central City Park serving 21000 meals daily for three days. He compares the task to past reunions at Salt Lake and Boston and promises restaurant style service with meal tickets, china dishes, and 175 waiters. Six ovens and sixteen cooks will produce three daily meals.
John Corrigan Jr reports from Washington on April 17 19xx discussing whether Underwood can seek the presidency with residence rules. The piece argues for a national candidate from any region and notes possible Maine or Texas roots, emphasizing the need for the best man from across the country.
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