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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1905
Page
15
A scattered paste of notices and opinions discusses The Constitution at HGOTALING'S Newspaper Agency in New York City. It references politics, figures, and current events with commentary on Roosevelt, Taft era topics, and various public notices.
A proposed measure championed by Representative Fuller targets conflicts of interest by barring any government official from holding office or employment with corporations or joint stock companies. Penalties include fines from 1000 to 5000 dollars and prison terms up to ten years. The article argues such rules would prevent improper influence and uphold public trust, urging voluntary compliance but backing congressional action if needed.
An essay argues that informed minds may share views until core convictions on justice are reached and warns against pressuring individuals who must uphold the law. It cites Mary Rogers and Vermont case as examples, criticizing a college professor fined for a postal card and urging restraint from attacking jurists and officers enforcing verdicts.
A brief passage critiques how eager commentators bypass delicate emotions and fair justice in pursuit of well meant aims. It notes haste often harms accountability and may undermine humane outcomes. The writing suggests caution in how swiftly judgments or reforms are pursued.
The text portrays Sergius Witte as a calm yet powerful figure whose autocratic stance earned conservative support, while revolutionaries undermine his influence. It suggests his position may crumble as both autocracy and public lose faith, with a possible revocation of the czar’s manifesto anticipated. The tone reflects a tense forecast of Russia’s political stability and leadership under pressure.
J Lowry of Atlanta responds to Your Journal editorials on reforming the consular service. He urges merit over favoritism, argues for a business basis, and calls chambers of commerce and shipping interests to advocate stronger foreign commercial relations. He notes public agitation should influence officials to place consuls on a firm professional footing.
Fragmentary OCR text presents a ceremonial tasting line, mentions a feast and a guest. References to a person named Leura and a King appear amid garbled phrasing. Content unclear but hints at ceremonial language and honor to a guest.
The Senate in executive session confirmed several nominations including public printer Henry W. Furniss to proceed to Indiana envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary, and various surveyor of customs ports and postmasters across Kentucky Texas Alabama and other states. The confirmations cover nominees from Arkanaan Dequinel S. E. Andrews and others in December.
December 3. Judge J. Williams has sold the Waycross hotel Verdfe property to Dr. H. A. Cannon. The deal covers the entire block occupied by the Ventieia location and will not disturb current management. Williams plans extensive improvements after the current lease expires next year.
The Bankers Health and Life Insurance company of Macon deposited 35,000 city bonds with State Treasurer Park as a guaranteed fund under a recent law. Treasurer Purl reported tax receipts from several small railroads, with the Georgia railroad and Nashville line among others paying. A Ducktown conference, involving Attorney General Hart and state officials, seeks evidence for a U S Supreme Court case over copper smelting fumes. Governor Terrell allows Kentucky cadets to pass through Georgia under arms. A $1600 reward is offered for the capture of Bur dette alias Slick Strickland in Harris county for murder.
Funeral services for Mrs William Green Raoul Sr wife of William Greene Raoul Jr of this city will be at 10:30 this morning at the Raoul home 708 Peachtree Street conducted by Rev Dr John H White The deceased 30 years old formerly Miss Rath Cunningham daughter of the late Judge John D Cunningham is survived by her husband her mother Mrs Cornea Cunningham two sisters Mrs Howard Bucknall and Mrs Graham and four brothers John Miles George and Alfred Cunningham The death has drawn wide sympathy from Atlanta and the state The body will lie to rest in Dakiana Cemetery
In Chattanooga Tennessee on December 13 a man named William Murphy died after corn meal was dosed with rough on rats. A sister had borrowed meal from another, enacting a love and jealousy motive. One man is dead and a man, two women and three children are seriously ill.
In Columbus Georgia on December 3 special reports the Coca Cola Betting Company awarded the contract for its new factory at the corner of Twelfth Street and Sixth Avenue. Two buildings planned one 50 by 147 feet two and a half stories and another 60 by 60 feet three stories. The Twelfth Street building will feature a front of plate glass. Construction aimed to be finished by April 1 with T F Lockwood serving as architect.
Joyful correspondence from young readers in Athens and Conley Ga as The Constitution invites letters for publication Santa Claus expresses pleasure with the overwhelming response Readers describe wants including dolls doll carriages toy horses and clothing while notes from parents explain the letters are written by younger siblings or with help The page prints several child signoffs and requests in a warm holiday tone
A handwritten Santa note roundup from Georgia towns lists requests from youngsters about dolls, toy cars, tea sets, a bicycle, a fire engine, candy, and nuts. Several letters mention age and hometowns such as Atlanta, Athanta, Newnan, Milledgeville, and Mable Butler age ten. The messages also reference family members and a desire for practical items alongside toys.
A compilation of child pleas for Christmas presents from several young writers in Newnan and Port Gaines. Mary Clarke asks for furniture and dolls accessories, Vera Mobley seeks a big doll and dollhouse, Mary Fryer requests roller skates and books, and other children describe dolls, kitchens, stoves, toy trains, candy, and faith in Santa.
In Sandersville Georgia December 13 a Howell club formed by Clark Howell supporters with B S Boatright as president and W H Armistead as secretary. Resolutions praise Howell and Evan Howell, urge his gubernatorial bid, and declare the county too honor him with a Washington county headquarters in Sandersville.
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