Notice to Subscribers on Postage Rates and Travel Solicitations
The Constitution announces postage rate changes for foreign mail and clarifies travel agents and city collectors authorized to solicit subscriptions in Alabama. It lists W H Verrey, Charles H Donnelly, E Ain, L B Willook, M J Willingham, M Jackson, R T Canon, James T Carter, and Claude A Trgin as agents.
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W. HH. Verbey
Charles H Donnelly
E. Ain
LB Willook
Alabama
M. J. Willingham
M. Jackson
Messrs
RT. Canon
James T. Carter
Claude A Trgin
N Publishing CO
Picture This Side and That on Porto Rico Citizenship
Atlanta story from February 3 1900 condemns tariff barons blocking Extension of citizenship to Porto Rico promises of universal freedom and justice contrasted with sugar interests opposing equal rights. Discusses US occupation celebrations in Puerto Rico then Cuba and resistance from sugar industry and tariff advocates.
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United States
Eart
Porto Rico
Lomes
Elcome
Cuba
Louisiana
Texas
Lorida
California
Disord
United
Sates
Istice
Universa Freeom
Cot
Porto Rico and Free Trade Policy Debate Sparks Unity Fear
A long article argues that admitting Porto Rico to free trade would reshape U S tariff policy. It warns of a dangerous precedent harming farmers and enlarging federal power at the expense of states and territories. It contends democracy must defend territorial rights and American ideals.
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United States
Porto Rico
Porto
British West Indies
British Guiana
France
Cuba
Philippines
Congress
Tropics
Europe
Aten
Muir, Schawl & Co
New York
Alaska
New England
Democratic Party
Jefferson
The Size of the Cotton Crop and Fertilizer Tags
A Georgia January fertilizer tag sale surge prompts caution about cotton acreage. The piece notes January tag sales rose from 5233 dollars to 11000, discusses supply demand, prices, and the potential impact on cotton planting, urging careful farming decisions and referencing the Grange as evidence of farmer organization.
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Georgia
South
Grange
State Grange
Griffin
Cotten da
Cotton profits and consequences of bumper crops
An analysis discusses how farmers colluding on cotton planting could drive prices down, potentially producing 11 million bales at low prices. It argues that widespread overproduction harms farmers and business, noting rising domestic demand and consumption in South Carolina and Alabama, and questions farmers’ awareness of their interests.
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Jones
Grangs
The
Grange
Georgia
Texas
South
South Carolina
Alabama
Plana
Commercial Fertlizer Trust
Fertilizer Trust
Trammell
Loachapoaka
Ala
Cotton Market Says Stronger Than 1897 Estimates
The Constitution underestimates the cotton stockpot and the market's strength. Foreign buyers rush into the New York market while southern mills push to fulfill orders at Liverpool prices. Farmers face a choice between a surplus high price and poverty prices, with bankers urged to guide them to capitalize on the opportunity. Governor Taylor and St Louis are criticized for weak responses amid rising demand and looming higher prices.
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Nell
Europe
South
Southern
Alabama
Montgomery
Seaboard
United States
Liverpool
New York
Texas
Bombay
Down in Georgy style politics and verse fragments
A collage of dialect poetry and witty verse satirizes Georgia politics with talk of not running for office, a man preferring sleep and meals, and a recurring “down in Georgy” refrain. The piece includes exchanges about interruption, sunlit optimism, and a mock poem by Mr. Jinks, plus a jailhouse letter joke and notes on a local post office sign.
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Georgy
Mr. Jinks
H. Jinks
Jinks
Plana of Cotton Planters and Farmers Unite Voice
Letters from the people discuss cotton farming policy, urging use of fertilisers, reducing acreage, and potential plans to boost southern prosperity. Contributors from Alabama and Georgia share views on compensation for fertiliser trusts, farm produce pricing, and cooperation among farmers, merchants, and bankers.
Thomas D Stewart and others in race for congress
State political gossip notes Hon Thomas D Stewart urged to run for congress from the sixth district with strong backing. Other contenders include Hon S Anderson in Adairsville and Dr Long or Colonel T M Swift in Elbert as senators. Tate likely to win another term, while the People Will Nominate echoes public views on judges and solicitor nominations.
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Thomas D. Stewart
Henry County
Thomas
Stewart
Thia
Bia
Anderson
Adairsville
Elbert County
Elberton Star
Dr. Long
T M. Swift
Carter Tate
Alpharetta Free Press
Fragmented State Press reading notes and local items
A montage of stray notices from Griffin Baxley and Greensboro items. Topics include depot debates in Atlanta, a cat story from Baxley, a Georgia railroad protest, a controversial emigrant Williams case, and a humorous Alpharetta vignette about a thoughtful wife. Multiple local voices and towns appear without a single cohesive event.
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Peg-Leg
Greensboro
Herald-Journal
Georgia Railroad
Williams
Georgia
Postmaster Appointment Sparks Macon Row in Congress
Washington report details President McKinley naming Harry Edwards postmaster of Macon amid strong GOP opposition. Bartlett defends Southern justice against Linney lynching charges. Atlanta Bill delays as military affairs panel focuses on the budget and Philippine war impact. Senate session led by Senator Clay with calendar business after 2 pm.
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Jos. Ohl
Washington
Major Hanson
Macon
Senate
Harry 8. Howards
Major Henson
Georgia
Columbus
Rucker and Devereaux
McHinley
Edwards
Sparta
Walter Orbett
Walter
R. D. Locke
Organization
Locke
Corbett
Harry Edwards
Judge Bartlett
Atlanta
House Committee On Military Affairs
Philippines
Clay
Elberton and Atlanta clash over progress and morals
Elberton and Sandersville in Georgia comment on Atlanta growth and a new passenger depot. The Imperial theater's recent shows draw mixed reaction as officials threaten action to curb perceived immorality, with the grand jury and authorities weighing enforcement.
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Elberton
Star
Imperial Theater
Atlanta
Atlanta Grand
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