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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1903
Page
9
A sprawling satirical piece critiques city politics and transportation, lampooning streetcar fare, pensions, and reformers. It riffs on figures like Boss Murphy and Colonel Bryan, and mentions Roosevelt, Reyes, Panama, and St Clair McKelney, mingling quips about music in cars and unsuccessful authors seeking a haven for embattled writers.
The piece argues against closed hearings by the committee on military affairs in the General Wood inquiry. It warns that behind closed doors reports invite misrepresentation and hostile leaks. It urges a full, public, unfiltered record to allow a true appraisal of Wood's career and charges.
Commentary argues General Rafael Reyes overestimates Colombia influence in isthmian canal talks. It credits United States assurances to Panama and warns Colombia cannot reverse independence gains. The piece urges Colombia to focus on sharing debt burden rather than bluffing over the canal.
Fourth Assistant Postmaster Bristow hints at Machen’s Democratic entry and career but omits the later switch to Republicanism. The piece questions why Bristow did not disclose Machen’s 1898 Republican support for McKinley and fails to recount Machen’s role in the Columbus contest with Hanns.
The piece praises Sir Henry Mortimer Durand as a strong, cordial addition to the United StatesBritish diplomatic relationship. It lauds his virile, capable character and lauds him as a worthy successor to Pauncefote, predicting broad popularity and influence if continued in his post.
A Washington observer notes John Sharpe Williams of Mississippi has made a favorable early impression as the new Democratic House leader. He is praised for unity building, debater skill, and respect from Republicans, with optimistic hopes the minority will remain cohesive and represent the party strongly in the next campaign.
Savannah and other papers discuss Atlanta’s push for a new depot. The talks reference a model station for the St Louis World’s Fair, ambitions for a high quality Union Station, and local calls to prove right of way amid ongoing city debates.
A collage of dialect verse and anecdotes from a historical period, featuring snippets about Christmas, farm life, faith, and humor. It weaves songs and dialogue in Southern vernacular, with references to characters like Brother Dickey and Brother Williams, and lines about harvests, faith, and the holidays.
Two lawsuits filed in city court allege crushing losses from usurious loans. J D Oaks says American Discount Company garnished his wages after he repaid principal and high interest, starving his four children and ill wife. He seeks 6900 damages, represented by J Eang and J F McClelland. George K Churchill sues Southern Discount Company claiming loss of his railroad job due to an alleged wage assignment, seeking 5000 damages. he blames A B Gresham’s controlled firm for blackmailing poor patrons.
Charles J Swift of Columbus Ga argues that Woodberry’s praise of the South in American Letters is biased and selective. He defends Southern literary achievement, cites works by Calhoun, Davis, Ticknor, and Father Ryan, and condemns Northern and English criticisms as inaccurate and ill informed.
A compilation of deed, loan, and quit claim transfers shows numerous parcels sold or pledged in properties across Atlanta area. Entries include warranties, executors deeds, and mortgage actions involving buyers and sellers such as Coker, Johnson, Ashford, Stocking, Rankin, Harrington, and others with prices ranging from 10 to 2,972.50. Properties span streets like Baylor avenue Whittner street Central of Georgia railroad Pine Street and Jackson Street with estates in Hapeville and land lots in the fourteenth district.
In Covington Georgia December 3 the Covington Light Infantry Third Infantry held a prize drill at their armory. After the drill officers hosted an oyster supper for members. The contest was very close with the audience unable to pick a winner until the last man stood. First prize of 56 in gold went to Private Joseph Lewis. Second prize of 2.80 in gold was won by Corporal William Bergeven.
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