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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1907
Page
11
Fragmentary lines reference Tillman and Roosevelt amid mentions of coal, blizzards, and money. The text hints at political dynamics and industry concerns, but provides no clear event or outcome. Names Harriman Roosevelt and places Kansas appear, yet details are unclear and the note remains fragmented.
A week after the shooting of Officer Manier, Andrew Johnson stands sentenced to death following a fair trial. Atlanta lawyers argued diligently, with calls to curb mob violence and ensure justice for all races. The editorial condemns sensationalism and urges humane reforms in punishment.
The article argues the Panama canal will boost Alabama and Georgia by linking Black Warrior and other rivers to Mobile and the gulf. It highlights coal supplies, river systems, and potential export hubs, predicting Southern advantage in interoceanic trade and cheaper transport to the isthmus. It cites Coosa Flint Chattahoochee Appalachicola Ocmulgee rivers and suggests rail and waterway development.
A fragment from a Georgia context hints at a desecration or macabre event with a body displayed in a hall and mentions balancing with partners during a Christmas season. The line suggests a historical or rural setting with sentimental references to the past.
A compact editorial noting that the high price of eggs benefits certain national campaign speakers, with a larger point about multiple regional orators facing political risk as public opinion shifts.
H A McLean, a young white man, was arraigned before Judge Roan on forging an option to Peachtree road property owned by Mrs R P Keith and selling it to John S Owens. The state argument paused as jurors separated for the night with a verdict expected today. Mrs Keith testified she did not sign or authorize the paper. Owens testified McLean claimed to have paid $800 and held an original deed, while McLean had left the city and was found in Philadelphia. A second option tale involved a fictitious Mrs Kite. McLean denied guilt, claiming papers came from L C Bancroft of Birmingham. If acquitted, he said he would prove himself a better citizen than Owens. The court adjourned with all jurors except those in this case released. Judge Hines and John McLelland represent McLean. Also, Thomas G Duka filed a $5,000 damage suit against the Georgia Railway and Electric Company for injuries on December 3.
Washington December 13 The commissioner of Indian affairs reports Indians earn millions yearly from dead timber on reservations especially in the southwest The Indian bureau will seek congressional authorization to sell timber on all reservations whether allotted or unallotted It plans to allow progressive Indians greater freedom to manage their allotments while lands are held in trust to prepare them to run their own affairs at trust expiration Railroad construction across reservations is now largely impractical in the northwest despite industrial growth and the need for new roads and rail links.
The immigration commission met at the capitol and ordered a full inspection of Pacific coast immigration conditions. William R Wheeler of Alabama will lead a thorough review of Chinese and Japanese statuses, with a plan to study southern states next. Senator Dillingham chairs, with Senator Yatimer and Representative Burnett named to a new committee.
Washington December 13 Viscount Aoki the Japanese ambassador summoned home plans to leave Washington by the last of the month He aims to catch the Japanese mail steamer leaving Seattle January 7 He will be accompanied by Viscountess Aoki and by Mr Twakoahi the embassy chancellor He had hoped to visit Pacific coast communities but time may prevent it.
Augusta, Ga December 15. News from here: New York agents swindled banks by passing fictitious cotton warehouse receipts claiming stored cotton with the Savannah Valley Warehouse. Leading local cotton houses were alerted that bogus receipts covered hundreds of bales said to be housed at the Augusta facility.
The piece surveys a rich and varied Christmas book market, noting lavish shelves of reprints, juvenile titles, poetry, and modern prose. It highlights sales appeal of books as thoughtful, enduring gifts and discusses notable literary works and authors showcased for the season.
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