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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1901
Page
4
Public notice outlines subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions. It lists 6 85 00, 200, and 100 as figures, indicating various timeframes and proportions for weekly and daily access, with rates for six or three months at corresponding proportions.
United States Canada and Mexico update postage rates based on paper size from 16 to 24 page papers and 8 to 36 page papers. Foreign rates doubled. Published from Atlanta Georgia on August 7 1901.
The city moves toward eliminating the Boule yard and Peters Street lines friction after Alderman Kilpatrick’s decisive letter. A charter amendment would empower taxing franchise assets of public utilities for street use, supporting broader competition and revenue, as voters and The Constitution note successes in electric light and railway battles.
The Boston Herald critiques pride in Nellie Grant’s marriage to a foreigner, noting public sympathy for her later hardships and highlighting General Grant’s cosmopolitan yet American loyalty. The Herald’s reflection on liberty and national identity accompanies reports of Mrs Sartoris buying a Canadian home for herself and her mother.
The Herald notes Mrs Sartoris and others tied to American kin face scrutiny for choosing foreign company. It argues jealousy arises from obligations to influential families and questions whether homes fit the president's kin, urging tolerance of diverse associations amid patriotic sentiment.
Thatoanimous passage by council favors charter amendment to levy an occupation tax on public utilities. It argues taxation should be universal and not protect private interests, urging tax collectors to apply fair rates to all ventures, including new street railways, to ensure feasible franchises and public convenience.
Amid bantam gossip a rift folds in Navy circles as Chandler and Evans clash over a memoir. Evans, now a rear admiral, accuses Chandler of insecurity and jealously maneuvers in former administrations. Secretary Long dismisses calls for discipline while a new inquiry looms.
The Philadelphia Times defends Mr Bryan rights to consider a presidential bid while noting his past candidacies and urging restraint from critics. It argues his sincerity and integrity, while expressing belief he may fail to sway the nation but should be treated with respect as a citizen shaped by voters’ confidence.
A historical view argues that Bryan was a product of the 1896 convention, lacking direct claim to first place and judged as a creature of circumstance. It contends belittling him harms the party while urging respect for his integrity and leaving outcomes to the American people. The Times and Constitution align on avoiding infighting and focusing on larger tasks.
A printed argument asks if private citizens like Pierpont Morgan and William J. Shaffer wield enough power to wage a de facto war by halting work. It notes 75,000 out of work, rising coal prices, and disrupted supply chains as widespread costs. The piece urges arbitration and legal safeguards to prevent such private-led conflict from destabilizing the nation.
The piece contrasts President Schwab of the steel trust with praise and critique of his rise. It notes Boston Herald sourcing to argue personal pull aided his ascent more than genius, cites Carnegie’s regard won by song and dance, and recalls Navy Secretary Long’s influence. It references a New York conference, Morgan and Shaffer, and Senator Tillman reviving the pitchfork debate.
A collage of Georgia political commentary surveys potential governors Terrell Guerry and Estill. Papers cite North Georgia strength and South Georgia plans while urging careful choice and noting prohibition plank as a platform element. Strong mentions of Joe Terrell Colonel Estill Dupont Guerry and Savannah figures appear with regional bids and early campaigning sentiments.
The Atlanta bicycle rider Bobby Walthour leads the United States pros after winning at Manhattan Beach. Multiple Georgia papers discuss Atlanta as a developing hub for sports, politics, and business, from a possible million dollar power plant near Chatta hoochee river to rival cities like Savannah and Montgomery boosting regional ambitions.
Jacksonville August 6 Special The late Bishop John Moore’s successor in Florida remains unsettled as Fr W J Kenney now administers the diocese from St Augustine after aiding Bishop Moore at his death. Rome will name the next bishop after priests’ and suffragan bishops’ consultations, with the process spanning years.
A reader from Atlanta argues against the city buying the chamber of commerce building. He notes his long involvement with the chamber, the initial rental arrangement dating to the eighties, and urges waiting for a permanent, grander building funded without undue taxpayer hardship. He suggests securing a suitable site and planning a standalone permanent building as a civic ornament.
At the state capitol gossip links ex treasurer W J Spear to a future race against Treasurer Park with some urging him to run. Spear has not commented. others doubt he will enter. A portrait of Spear by Mrs JR Gregory is hung in the treasurer's office as a tribute to his years of service. Governor Candler issues a writ of election for a Jefferson county representative to fill a vacancy. State School Commissioner Glenn argues for a $20000 educational fund, funded by county taxes, to improve schools and teacher pay, a plan supported by Governor Candler. State Treasurer Park travels to Milledgeville for the state horticultural convention, with other officials also attending. Attorney General Terrell heads to Jefferson for the Winder bank tax case, with a hearing set tomorrow before Judge Rusan. Comptroller Wright contemplates arbitration of rail line tax disputes, while Gov appoints arbitrators for several rail road tax cases. President Williams marks the revival’s progress as arbitrators are named for the Bainbridge case and other tax matters proceed.
President McKinley shows strong interest in ensuring a fair court of inquiry into Rear Admiral Schley’s conduct at Santiago. He interposed to end the Sampson Schley dispute and seeks a just outcome without harming those who earned glory in the Spanish-American War. Public sentiment and eye witness statements support a fair, unbiased investigation without stifling naval honors.
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