18 Aug 1905
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1905
Page
1
Fragments of a political gathering described with jumbled notes show Hill Hall and Haps Hoke Smith amid 1902 campaign chatter. Attendees crowded a canal area as Smith’s supporters clashed with opponents while speeches and chants filled the scene.
A fragmentary 1902- era report recounts DuPont Guerry complying with Hoke Smith's request for the intermediary's name. The telegram to Lowry references Warrenton and Macon, noting Smith's opposition and pressure on local figures Peeples and Smith. The piece hints at political tension and press interest in Guerry's communications.
State party leaders from across Georgia called a party gathering in Atlanta to decide on a statewide slate and primary strategy. The meeting, chaired by JF Fell, debated whether the Populists should run a state ticket in a joint or separate primary with Democrats, and formed a committee to formalize resolutions.
New Orleans reports 74 new cases raising total to 1,226 while deaths reach 189. Authorities note 14 new foci and provide ongoing treatment figures as August updates.
A perplexing illness described as a wide-spread infection spreads through Bucktown and adjacent areas near Shore Canal Street. Health officer Dr Blark names Lafourche parish and southern routes as key references while residents report fever and deteriorating conditions. Continued on Second Page.
Telegram announces Mrs. Atkinson appointed postmaster at Newnan amid mixed references to former governor suddently cited. Wording notes confusion about tenure and successor Milner. Senator Clay mentioned in context of the appointment. Local reaction and expectations described with period voice.
Disjointed OCR summary notes a bankruptcy filing with references to a treasurer and entities in Tioga state. Mentions a quarter million owed and fifty dollar assets, with unclear connections to Ohio and a ships or rocks company. Brief, with many garbled fragments preserved.
Reported stalemate between Russian and Japanese peace representatives at Portsmouth stalls progress toward a settlement. Sources indicate cautious diplomacy continues as both sides hold to hard lines amid heavy international interest and pressure from allied powers.
Weather notes describe Friday and Saturday showers and cooler interior conditions across Washington Arkansas Kentucky with varying winds from the south and east. Temperatures range around 76 degrees mean with higher and lower values, then clear conditions reported in Cincinnati Carrott New York Norfolk North Platte Omaha Palestine Wilmington.
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