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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1914
Page
9
Postal notice from Atlanta dated August 29 1914 lists postage rates for various paper sizes and pages. The fragment references second class mail matter and rates for US and Mexico, with figures 12 24 and 3 cents noted.
The Georgia Federation of Women's Clubs led by Mrs Fitzpatrick urges purchase of cotton products for homes and wardrobes. District presidents spread the campaign, linking club activity to practical industry support and public welfare. Albany convention will feature Buy Cotton Goods as the theme.
Congress dropped the Rayburn railroad securities bill at President Wilsons request. The measure would require ICC review of all railroad securities and empower state commissions to block interstate railroad expenditures, potentially hindering southern railroad and industrial growth. The article cites two main reasons to oppose keeping the bill.
The congressional calendar, seen as a menace to southern development, is urged to pause radical legislation. Ohio Democrats in Columbus echoed national business sentiment calling for a reset, favoring focus on foreign disturbance issues and measures to boost national prosperity and curb burdens on commerce.
Atlanta farmer J T Holleman argues in a Georgia paper that overplanting cotton stems from pressure by higher up interests. He urges big landowners and suppliers to apply the Golden Rule and allow diversification to lift the South toward wealth, warning smallholders cannot break the single crop system while dependent on powerful interests.
The editorial urges rapid congressional relief for the southern cotton crop and the national balance of trade. It cites emergency currency of 169,885,000 authorized by the controller of the currency and argues swift action is needed to avert widespread distress among farmers merchants and banks in the south.
A fragmentary column combines verses about meadows and love with satirical notes on editors and war. It references the Manhattan Mercury editor, strained week, reporters away, street work, and jokes about war poetry limits, plus humorous funeral recounting and rural dialect bits.
A London Times commentary argues there can be no peace except on Britain’s terms, even if allies fall. It cites Russia’s growing strength, Germany’s threat, and Lord Kitchener’s duty to ready Britain for a prolonged, expanding war effort to defend Europe’s liberty.
The essayist argues statues should honor ideas over persons noting long travels across fifty cities and marble statues seen. He contends ideas express what a person thought and felt, urging history be translated into public parks so future readers grasp the concept beyond individual fame.
Atlanta letter from YT Hollgman dated August 28 1434 argues the South must shift from cotton as king. It condemns bankers merchants and large landowners for suppressing farmers and calls for a constitutional guided revolution to free farmers from cotton dependence.
JOH ABBOTT Acworth writes from August 27 1914 urging the convention to reflect the will of the people in selecting a short term senator. He argues democracy means government by the people through representation and notes Slaton leads in plurality while votes for Felder imply opposition to other candidates.
West Point Ga August 28 1914 A reader asks Editor Constitution for clarity on whether socialists voters and representatives in Germany are exempt from military service or serve as private soldiers. He notes 4 000 000 socialist votes 110 Reichstag representatives and asks for informed explanation amid wartime rhetoric.
Vienna reports Francis Joseph declares war on Serbia, citing Serb aggression and dangerous plots. The manifesto frames Austria Hungary's defense as a duty to protect the monarchy, promising unity and sacrifice amid mounting European conflict.
The Augusta Chronicle endorses Hoke Smith for re election to the United States Senate praising his service to Georgia and urging him to remain in national office rather than return for a short term bid. The editorial argues his statewide support across factions proves he now belongs to all Georgians. It warns opponents seeking short term gains would betray the public trust.
Rose Moore of North Carolina faced a disorderly conduct charge after cursing on the street while stepping into her buggy. The North Carolina Supreme Court in State v Moore held the speech uncouth but not criminal, noting disorderly conduct is a nuisance and may breach an ordinance without a common law crime, and that the officer’s observation found no clear breach of the cited ordinance.
State press lauds tax rate cuts due to tax equalization claiming four million dollars saved, more property taxed, and fairness. Augusta Chronicle notes Wright reports one half mill reduction and long run benefits, arguing the measure enforces civic duty and honesty.
The Premier of Japan speaks via The Independent to the American public. He seeks to reassure the United States of Japan s sincere intent to maintain peace in Europe and the Far East, deny any motive for territory, and pledge fidelity to international obligations. He praises Britain s allies, emphasizes neutrality, and pledges cooperation to secure peaceful seas.
A British minister signals willingness to mediate in Greece and Albania to ease land disputes, hoping for a peaceful settlement rather than forceful resolution.
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