02 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1903
Page
1
A dated dispatch notes that French officials ignore allied counsel amid tensions over the 1867 treaty. The item highlights independence in French policy and the influence of the treaty on diplomatic stance, with emphasis on sovereign decision making.
Washington reports discuss a proposed compromise among Britain Germany Italy and others to share Venezuelan indemnity payments. France delays by opposing early settlements and hopes to keep leverage through naval and diplomatic pressure while the allied powers seek a temporary exclusive receipts arrangement before equal distribution.
Negotiations at Washington progress with caution and proper decorum. Baron Speck von Sternburg has been accorded the same courtesy that once made him a popular diplomatic figure here. He seeks permission to waive customary delay in ceremonies, signaling Germany’s intent to settle the Venezuelan question promptly.
Washington February 1 the statehood bill remains unfinished on the senate calendar but likely to be discussed with appropriations. Senator Quay has altered his approach abandoning quorum efforts to delay. He aims to attach the statehood rider to appropriation bills while opposition senators bear the blame for any holdup. There may be a senate decision without chair ruling, and the plan mirrors past tactics to advance the statehood measure. Anti trust may be postponed as currency bill debate shapes timing.
The House met at noon to pronounce eulogies for the late Senator Weelman of Michigan. Speakers included Messrs. Noa, Smith, Hamilton Saw Smith, Gerdner, and Henry S. Smith of Michigan. Lb Cock of Wisconsin and Barton of Ohio spoke. At 1:30 the House adjourned.
Charles Schwab and his family met the pope in a private audience at the Vatican. Monsignor Kennted, rector of the American evyllese, accompanied them as they were presented and received benediction from the pontiff.
General Miles dined with King Edward at Windsor Castle. The guest list included the King and Queen, Prince and Princess of Wales, and other attendees. the monarch was reported in good health tonight.
St Petersburg February 1 The Novae remia analyzes Russia s new tariff promulgated January 28. It notes duty hikes over existing rates, citing 1 percent for most imports and over 100 percent for many key goods such as timber leather and metal manufactures. It says Germany s top exports will face higher duties under the tariff and hopes for concessions to ease the tariff dispute.
Representatives of nine western states meet with Dr Morris L Parkin to discuss granting Rhodes style scholarships. The gathering, led by Dr George E Fargin, aims to shape conditions and exams for a complete Oxford college study funded by the Cecil Rhodes Trust.
Rev William Pickard, a Mercer University graduate, is expected to be called to the pastorate at Tremont Temple in Boston. He recently served as a pastor in Birmingham and Louisville and has taught at Lovaville Seminary, after four years without a settled position.
Report shows October 1903 imports and exports vastly higher than prior months. War department insular exports reflect a surge in merchandise to near ten months’ average, with U S imports doubling since 1859. Decline in gold and silver excluded. Exports for the period reach 388, with substantial year-to-year gains.
A Mintone dispatch reports Saxony crown princess and her 79 year old companion Mc Giron intend to travel to the United States. The February 1 note details their visit plans and associates.
Standard Oil Company moves to purchase property in Galicia with 4 en ob and Galician oil centers. Ameri can experts are at Boroslav as a major petroleum hub. Price named is 1499000, one of the largest wells. Galicia production drop influences prices. Schodnica reports a $1600 loss from last year.
Reports from Tangier say the sultan’s army routed the Voerish rebels at dawn. Bu Hamara was captured. the pretender’s fate remains uncertain with conflicting accounts. Provisions and camp supplies were seized. the rebel following was largely slain or taken.
Waterbury Conn February 1 Eight companies of the First regiment Connecticut national guard and five companies of the Second regiment with two sailing guns were called to Waterbury tonight at Governor Chamberlain's order amid trolley strike tension. Crowds assembled and police dispersed them. unions and non unions operated trolley lines, and no violence recurred though threats persisted. The move aimed to preserve law and order and the state's welfare.
Bank robbers wrecked the safe at the State Bank of Devier early today securing 1500 dollars before escaping on a hand car. Officers chased the trio for miles without success as they vanished into the countryside. The report also notes the Cunard liner Lucania arriving Liverpool after rough Atlantic seas and stormy weather.
The Atlanta post office set a new daily outgoing mail record on Saturday night with about 125,600 letters. The day’s volume overwhelmed staff as the line of 1 and 2 cent stamps flooded the mail room, forcing hand cancellations and piling letters on floors. Officials say space and staff are insufficient for the growing business and call for an enlarged force.
Mazatlan reports two plague deaths and hundreds of cases after the Curazao steamer from San Francisco is suspected of introducing the disease. The health authorities say at least 3400 people have contracted plague since its appearance, about one third of the city’s population, with urgent measures and possible US government representations under review.
February 1 report notes a surge in coal movement along the Ohio river corridor despite earlier coal famines. The Big Train travels from Canner City over the Southern Railroad Cinemoat, signaling improved supply lines amid winter shortages and ongoing efforts to alleviate interior coal deficits.
Stone Brown & Co reports a dowvie header with seventeen gondolas carrying over 2000 tons of coal departed Nerner City by last night toward Lanatile and Indiana via the Southern railroad and the Big Pour, with trains set to pass through at 2 o clock tomorrow morning for Indianapolis and its point routes.
A Denver man identified as Wall Street broker Mrs Nackerson husband Mr Nickerson collapsed and died of heart failure after a kiss in front of 115 South Fourteenth Street. The couple, newlyweds married in New York last September, had traveled from Denver to Arizona California and back before returning en route to New York.
Reports from Linaie state that four severe earthquakes struck the district on February 1 with aftershocks on the 6th and 8th. Mindful explosions followed each quake but only slight property damage occurred. Eight homes were destroyed at Guayparez. Locals are shaken as dust clouds drift after each event and a volcanic eruption possibility is noted.
A fragmented forecast notes increasing cloudiness and milder interior air with shifting south to west winds. Amid election chatter in Georgia and reports from the police commission inquiry, the piece cites large mail volumes, a Cecil Phudes scholarship meeting, and various political mentions with miscellaneous international and national references.
A southbound freight mishap at a Newton Mississippi incline sent a mixed immigrant car plunging into the Mississippi River. Five from one Newton family are feared dead, with several bodies recovered and a large-scale search continuing. Officials described the scene as harrowing, with workers struggling to pull victims from the submerged car as the wreckage drifted.
The Danish steamer Rena, under Captain Ernst Stettin, ran ashore near Aberdeen after a February gale. Two crewmen died, the captain and remaining crew were saved. Rough weather continues around British coasts as rescue efforts face perilous conditions.
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