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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1901
Page
3
A Cebu Manila letter reports American forces using harsh measures in Cebu province. Villages near the coast burned after insurgents or locals allegedly aided by Filipinos faced destruction. Soldiers cited for desecrating property and coercing food and money, with debates on whether such actions justify military rule and suppressing nationalist sentiment.
Washington debates extending federal statutes to shield foreigners in lynching cases. Italy presses Washington to guarantee full protection for its citizens, amid strong U S federal limits and tensions over imperial policy. Italian envoy Mayor discusses treaties, education, and race as factors shaping governance and independence ambitions.
The piece argues consumptives show rising cure percentages each year and credits Scott's Emulsion as a helpful medicine. It asserts the product's long tolerance and enduring usefulness as long as medical systems can employ any treatment.
The advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for rheumatic joints and bodily aches with a testimonial from Apa Dory of Sidney Iowa. It claims the medicine removes the cause of rheumatism and helps sufferers move after long rests, noting sensitivity to wet weather and long-standing trouble. It contrasts this with political passages on treaties and indemnities, emphasizing federal protection under treaties rather than cash payments, and argues for a system to cover all cases involving Italian subjects.
Canton Ohio December 25 Mrs McKinley spent Christmas day alone at her Canton home. She declined an invitation to join the Barber family at their Saxton home stead to avoid reminders of past Christmases. Relatives say her condition is improving and she recalled many friends as she received flowers and gifts from across the country.
New Jersey state treasurer George B. Swain died at his Newark home from a stroke. Serving since 1994, he managed state finances and the $2,000,000 bank deposits. With his death there is no one authorized to sign checks or conduct financial transactions, triggering an immediate appointment to fill the post.
Pretoria December 5 Lord Kitchener authorizes new burgher wings to form a national scouts corps in the southern and eastern Transvaal amid strong interest from surrendered burghers. Success attributed to cooperation of Celliers Cronje commands under Bruce Hamilton amid ongoing meetings and applications.
Rochester December 5 three firemen were injured when walls collapsed as a factory of the G Graham Machine Company burned. The blaze totally destroyed the plant and caused an estimated $190000 in losses.
December 25 report says Charles M. Schwab president of United States Steel will sail to Europe aboard LaSavoie tomorrow. He will be accompanied by Mrs. Schwab and plans to stay abroad for two months.
St Joseph Missouri December 25 The Simpson Clothing Company a prominent retailer has made an assignment Liabilities 30000 assets estimated at about the same A trustee is in charge Unusual liberality in extending credit is blamed for the failure
Colonel R. B. Renfro of Brownsville Texas a prominent Republican and former collector of customs at the port of Brazos Santiago during President Harrison s administration died at Corpus Christi last night He was a noted Texas politician and figure in national Republican affairs.
Seriously wounded in an explosion near Valdosta Georgia December reports say Mike Fry of Stockton Clinch County was among several people firing anvils when a powder charge detonated Fry stood beside a can holding two pounds of powder as the blast struck the group others aided injured.
Reports from Buenos Aires and Santiago describe a signed protocol between Chile and Argentina aimed at ending conflict and establishing a modus vivendi. While newspapers note reduced immediate danger, naval buildup and defense spending continue. Prime Minister and Argentine minister indicate statements may evolve as talks proceed.
Berlin reports the government will propose striking out minimum grain duties when the tariff bill is reviewed by the committee. The move reflects Russia's firm stance in negotiations over the commercial treaty. The Bliscons will stay free from ministry ties to align with Russia on grain and hay issues.
Miss Mary Ellie Goodyear and Mr. William Eugene Mitchell were married at Oak Lawn Brunswick at noon today. The ceremony, by Rev Walter M Gilmore using Episcopal rites, connected the bride’s family home to Albany groom’s church. Bride and groom honored by family and friends in a lavish Christmas wedding with notable locals in attendance.
The bridal party includes Esthen Goodyear of Connecticut Clara Mitchell Jeannette Mitchell and Maria Mitchell of Albany with others from Atlanta Washington D C and Alabama. A house party hosts them through December 31 with many entertainments planned. In Barnesville a Christmas German dance at the armory drew many local and visiting young people with Miss May C Collins of Forsyth leading the dance and a five piece Atlanta band providing music.
Milledgeville social figure Miss Wille Bella Minor and Covington's Howard Middlebrooks plan a Christmas wedding at the bride’s parents home on December 26. Minor, a Milledgeville beauty and social favorite, is noted for her charm as Middlebrooks departs the Georgia Military Institute to begin business life.
Governor and Mrs. Jelks entertain a Christmas house party at the Eufaula home with old southern customs observed. Notables include Colonel James L. Tanner and Von E. Cabaniss of Birmingham. Up to Date Club hosts a Tuscaloosa meeting with holly decor and Berlin discussion. Huntsville soap factory burned to ground, total loss valued at 1,00.
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