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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1905
Page
9
A fragmented 1905 OCR piece mentions Hotaling's Newspaper Agency for The Constitution in New York, plus assorted political and international jabs. It references McCall, Fitzsimmons, Senator Platt, Governor Biggins, and a mix of domestic and European affairs with satirical tone.
A North Carolina case against negro disfranchisement is reviewed by D B Nicholson of Rochelle Ga and a Georgia attorney. The piece argues the grandfather clause harms white supremacy, critiques Georgia political motives, and cites The Savannah News on public attitudes. It also notes tea culture experiments in the South, including Japanese tea production near San Antonio and mulberry/silk plans expected to boost regional industry.
The text contrasts tea cultivation and processing with cheap adulterated blends, arguing for a larger tea producing region to meet demand and criticizing current consumer prices. It also reports a career promotion for William J Craig to general passenger and traffic manager of the Atlantic Coast Line, lauding his ascent from the bottom and his popularity in Atlanta.
A visiting editor lauds Habersham and Rabun counties in north Georgia for sheep farming potential. He notes few disease issues, ample forage, cheap lands, and favorable climate, predicting a half million dollars yearly revenue from wool and mutton with proper northern shepherds and investment.
A collage of dialect humor and verse from Georgia themed pieces. The collection presents whimsical reflections on troubles common to all, a Dixie time song parody, a funeral advert, and light travel musings. It includes a caution about Providence and a mock “dry bread and peace” prayer for the New Year.
A Georgia era letter argues water power, farming science, and farmer education can unlock state potential. It cites Cum Tug’s Savannah survey, notes 1904 farm labor shifts, praises agronomy study at Athens, and urges young men to enroll in the three month short course to boost practical farming skills.
Swainsboro Georgia December 27 John M Thompson will celebrate his eightieth birthday at his home near here on Monday January 1. Many invitations have been sent to friends and among those there will be his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He remains well preserved and healthy.
Rochelle Georgia letter writer argues North Carolina’s 1900 disfranchisement plan was necessary to curb corrupt rule and protect white supremacy. He compares North Carolina to Georgia, praising local governance and warning against adopting disfranchisement here, citing Georgia’s stronger existing voter qualifications.
Readers add praise for Dr Massey and his historical and biographical sketches in The Constitution. Ex-Governor Candler, BI Arp, Dublin Courier Dispatch, Hon. Whitley, William Howard, Joseph Thompson, and John Temple Grave commend the value, charm, and preservation of Georgia history in Massey’s reminiscences.
A planned trustees meeting of the state university at the state library in the capitol was postponed due to the serious illness of Chancellor Walter B. Hill in Athens. The board will reconvene later at the chairman's call, with no date set.
In Columbus on December 27 J F Green of Crawford Alabama was accidentally shot by his brother in law F M Slaughter while playing with pistols. They were snapping the empty weapons when Slaughter reloaded one and fired by mistake. The ball struck Green’s back between the shoulder blade and backbone. He is expected to recover.
Fragmentary notice describes a burial in Phenix City near Columbus, mentioning Elise and a river or cemetery context with incomplete names and dates.
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