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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1903
Page
11
A turbulent text from Atlanta era journalism discusses Panama Canal politics, Roosevelt and Hanna, and Democratic strategy. It critiques party tactics, praises progressivism, and notes local civic debates while interweaving global references and social incidents with sharp editorial tone.
In a Tuesday senate caucus the Democratic side debated binding all senators to oppose or support the Panama canal treaty as a party duty. The article warns that turning the treaty into a partisan issue risks democratic credibility and national prosperity, urging southern senators to resist making the matter a party battlefield.
The Boston Herald and others discuss possible Democratic candidates to oppose Roosevelt. The piece weighs Senator Gorman and the appealing yet controversial figure Cromwell, arguing the party needs a true traditional Democrat. It asserts The Herald should avoid attacks and focus on crafting the candidate platform. It then shifts to Attorney General Knox’s anti trust arguments in the Northern Securities case, praising his clear definitions of trusts and competition and predicting the court will uphold the anti trust stance against merger opponents.
The military department of the south is set to be established with Atlanta as headquarters and Brigadier General Peter C. Hains named to command. A veteran engineer, he served in Cuba and Porto Rico, worked on isthmian canal details, and will bring military road and fortifications plans to the region. His leadership is welcomed by Atlanta residents eager for growth and nearby military development.
Chicago on December 16 Julius M Nis san and Arthur J Herbst were found guilty of using the United States mail to defraud. They conducted business as Western Supply Company from a Dearborn Street office. The scheme involved shipping goods to Dearborn and reshipping to New York, with total losses around $30 000.
Reeves kills deputy sheriff Rafford during an attempted execution at Aquebogue L I Rafford had served over fifteen years as jail deputy and rafts involvement in the case unfolded as Reeves resisted arrest, dragged the body from the house and barricaded doors with a double barreled shotgun.
A party of about 20 travelers from South Dakota Iowa Michigan and Illinois reached Mobile on December 16 en route to Cuba. They have purchased 24,000 acres of grazing land and 48,000 acres of timber land in Puerto Principe province and will locate there.
New Haven Conn December 1 A new shortage of 52 000 was found in the Yale-na Hone bank accounts of Asa C Bushnell cashier. He died by his own hand yesterday.
A rambling mid-19th century style piece blends Salvation Army fundraising admonitions with songs and sketches. It highlights street collections for the poor, celebrates Army brigades marching in a moral battle, and weaves in humorous asides from characters like Brother Dickey and Mister Sunshine. The text mocks wartime bravado and holiday cheer, ending with reflections on books about the Devil and general uplift.
General Jobin B. Gordon delivered a famous lecture titled The First Days of the Confederacy in the theater building at Gaffney. He arrived on the 8 48 train from Atlanta and went directly to the theater.
A crowded street car crossing near Silverman’s corner brings into focus a kind police officer who guides a mother from Alabama and her son to safety. He organizes a room at a hotel, covers expenses, and assists the pair in reaching their destination, while bystanders witness the compassionate act amid bustling city traffic. A separate street car tale recalls charity for a burned boy and help from Mrs. Parker and Dr. Jolm DeKalb. The crowd's mix of generosity and flaw is noted as part of city life.
The pension commissioner announced a plan to pay nearly 16,000 pensioners in Fulton and surrounding counties from January 20 to March 2 1904. Schedule lists per-day payouts by category and by county including Indigent soldiers, Disabled soldiers, and Widows, with dozens of counties and hundreds of recipients referenced.
A series of letters discussing the Panama treaty and U S Senate support. The writer notes Georgia’s pro treaty sentiment, quarrels with Colombia, and mentions Senators Bacon Clay Morgan. Also references Atlanta politics and a Parkerson legal connection.
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