Atlanta Urges Settlement To End Public Utility Fight
December 19 1801 editorial urges harmony between Atlanta and its public utility interests. It argues for a fair contract with the city over consolidation terms, proposes a 3 percent gross receipts split for ten years, and cautions against monopolistic council time while seeking joint agreement and continued competition.
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Atlanta Council Inauguration Prompts Call for Fair Settlement
A 1901 plea urges Atlanta corporations to settle public utility disputes promptly to avoid endless local politics. The letter warns of popular dissatisfaction and urges cooperation to ensure a smoother transition and a record year for the city.
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Atlanta
Alphabets of the World Traced to Egyptian Hieroglyphs
Professor J C Clarke of Alton has sent a volume to the Smithsonian showing alphabets worldwide traced to Egyptian hieroglyphs. The work includes about 1000 varieties, with many distinct alphabets, and also traces the origin of various numerical ciphers and the Syriac roots of several symbols. The author argues ciphers and the zero mark derive from Syriac letters. The volume may become a major scientific curiosity.
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Alton
Smithsonian Institution
Washington
Clarke
Gates
Leper Colony in Louisiana and Old Congressional Landmark
The text contrasts the Louisiana leper colony with anti Chinese sentiment, noting thirty six inmates and charity nurses, and warns against admitting Chinese people to the U.S. The piece also profiles Galusha A. Grow as the oldest living former speaker, detailing his long Congress tenure since 1851 and stature among peers.
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Georgia Hosts Ohio Party at Andersonville Tribute
Governor George K. Nash of Ohio travels to Atlanta and Andersonville with notable Buckeye State citizens to unveil an Ohio shaft honoring Civil War dead. Georgia welcomes the visitors with cordial hospitality, reflecting enduring Southern brotherhood despite wartime scars.
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Canal Treaty Debate Splits Senate In Bitter Tone
A Nashville Banner synthesis notes friction over the Hay-Pauncefote canal treaty with Senators Money Bacon and Bailey divided on its terms. Bailey insists on changes. majority foresees ratification with minimal delay despite opposition. Commentary from Chattanooga and Birmingham essays mock press and politicians, while discussion in Louisville and St. Louis highlights protection tariffs and currency reform.
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Absenteeism in Georgia legislature draws protest and debate
Ex lawmakers and capitol officials decry widespread absences that hinder public business, with one veteran urging change after noting near daily quorum problems. The piece also surveys recent laws on pensions evidence, transient taxation, and lieutenant colonel ranks, plus Terrell’s gubernatorial bid and Brantley’s Atlanta visit.
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Death of A. H. Howell at 26 on Southern railway
A. H. Howell, age 26, fireman for the Southern railway, died yesterday morning at his home 260 Simpson Street from a lung hemorrhage after a brief illness. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs M Howell and brothers J F and H A Howell, both also with Southern railway. Funeral arrangements pending arrival of the father in Live Oak Florida. body to be sent to Ligzie Georgia for interment.
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Manbakkes Suit to Be Filed Today in Georgia Court
A mandamus suit will be filed in Fulton county superior court to compel State Treasurer R B Park to transfer 55.80 from the public property fund to the interest fund for 1902 bond interest. Governor Candler authorized the action after Park refused, citing constitutional questions, with appeals planned to the Georgia Supreme Court.
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Musical Artist's Mistake Ends In Dinner Prank
Leslie's Weekly recalls baritone Campanari misled to a private house for a concert. A telegram ordered two chickens and two bottles of wine for five, prompting an unwitting dinner with servers and guests while the performer faced an absurd misaddressed assignment.
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The Honesty of Childhood Anecdote
A Chicago Record-Herald note recalls Jacob Grimm and a tale ending with a demand for a thaler. A Berlin servant receives a coin for the author with the claim the giver owes the story’s truth. The piece contrasts belief and payment, ending with a remark on skepticism.
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