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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1908
Page
15
A fragmented column of satire and political commentary touches on tariffs, women's attire, ambassadadors, and presidential campaigns. It notes the mood of postponement, references to Roosevelts peace efforts, new candidacies in Illinois, and tensions with Cuba and Italy. The piece mixes humor about society and global politics with a wary eye on upcoming elections.
A Memphis dispatch rebuts Southern critics of the Farmers Union seeking fair prices for cotton. It argues future manipulators seek price depression and urges continued organization, reduced acreage, and stronger unity to secure a reasonable price next season despite attacks and market forces. The Union pledges unwavering pursuit of its aims and promises to counter future efforts.
A metropolitan reporter questions Bryan about rumors of $50 000 to $75 000 earnings from lectures writings and speeches Bryan counters that most of his income comes from free lectures and his pen and that publicity boosts public figures incomes He is praised for linking national conscience with corporate and political reform Roosevelt credits him for initiative and views Bryan as a great American commoner
The piece argues Atlanta must take early steps to expand the city for the 1930 census, noting current bounds undercount suburbia and calling for annexation to reflect true population. It cites Birmingham and Montgomery as examples and urges prompt action to avoid misrepresentation.
The piece condemns Haiti under President Alexis and his brutal subordinates, describing it as a regime of massacre eroding property rights and currency stability. It argues for U S intervention while warning against foreign interference in the hemisphere, urging action to end the near by chaos and protect liberty.
A fragmented lyric evokes longing for a loved one, with lines of weariness and desire alternating with tender reminiscence. It contrasts ache for presence with gratitude for blessings and gentle touch, hinting at wartime or separation themes. The piece shifts from yearning to comfort, ending with thanks for divine blessings and a warm clasp.
The Atlanta Medical College holds its commencement this evening at the Grand. The program includes the conferring of degrees on the graduates and an address by Dr John C. Olmsted. Hearden's orchestra will provide music as the class of many named students is conferred credentials.
The Chicago Glee Club will star at the Chautauqua week with two daily performances. Season tickets near selling out with single admissions from 50 cents to one dollar. The club, formed since 1859, is a premier male quartet famed for versatile repertoire and artistic temperament.
The fragment hints at a scene with Maud at the piano resisting singing. It mentions a Sudanese fool and a self-reliant act, but the text is incomplete and unclear about specific events, people, or places.
A reader questions Editor on editorial classifying county unit representation and democratic primaries. The letter argues whether party practice alters constitutional law and whether recent changes to Georgia’s county unit system truly reflect constitutional principles or mere party custom. It laments alleged manipulation by politicians and asks for a clear reply on representation, suffrage, and the role of the Democratic executive committee.
A fragment notes an auto runabout collision in Chicago with disrupted events and unclear sequence, describing a crash and ensuing chaos before calm returned. The readable text is disjointed and lacks concrete names or dates.
Georgia statehouse officers and party leaders press to keep June 4 as the primary date. They urge committees not to vote for changes and push against a late primary. Colonel Albert Cox seeks direct primary for governor and will argue before the committee at the Piedmont hotel meeting on Friday.
A compilation of Georgia editorials and columns assesses the gubernatorial race between Hoke Smith and Joe Brown. Opinions critique campaign tactics, railroads, prohibition stances, and party processes, while urging voter engagement ahead of the June primary. Strong entities include Georgia, Hoke Smith, Joe Brown, and various county newspapers.
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