Negro crime rise in north shocks Philadelphia readers
The Philadelphia Public Ledger and North American report a surge in negro crime, linking it to South born migrants and idle habits. They discuss Punishment, industrial education, and segregated schools as remedies, arguing harsher penalties and practical trades training could curb the trend.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Quaker Seasions Court No. 1
Samuel Archer
John J. Donovan
Atlanta
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Pennsylvania
J. F. Ohl
Pennsylvania Frison Society
Eastern
Booker Washington
South
North
Quaker City
Board of Education
Philadelph
Brooks
Republican Pledges and the New England Conscience
The piece critiques Republican pledges from 1900 and questions how a party can honor promises after gaining power. It contrasts New England conscience with party aims, citing Hoar and Panama debates, and argues Democrats should bear accountability for actions and inactions across years.
Republican pledges unkept and renewed calls ahead
The piece argues that the Republican platform has not redeemed its pledges despite executive and large congressional majorities. It says the platform remains untouched in essence while new pledges are expected this year. The writer questions public trust in party promises.
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Republican Party
Tta
Congress
Roosevelt's Pension Bill Sparks Crossed Political Debate
The Augusta Chronicle surveys President Roosevelt's backing of a broad service pension plan, arguing it would expand the national dole to veterans from all periods and strain the treasury. It contrasts Roosevelt's push with Garfield's 1872 caution, noting pension growth defies prior expectations and could influence a presidential campaign.
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Traud
New York Sun
Garfield
Treasury
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Just From Georgia and Folk Verse Fragments
A packet of literary relics presents poems and rustic dialogue. It features biblical allusions and dialect humor, with lines about love and doubt, a desolate dwelling scene, parental duties, and a chorus of old time sentiments. The pieces mix religious imagery with rural humor and seasonal musings.
Not a Record Breaker Claims From Atlanta Cold Snap
D W Rogers of Pelham Georgia disputes a Rome writer B F C over Atlanta cold records. He cites February 13 1899 as the coldest day in Atlanta with a government thermometer reading ranging from 22 below to 4 above at different times. He argues B F C lacks data to sustain his claim and asserts Atlanta remains ahead.
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Rome
Catoosa County
Atlanta
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B. FC
D. W Rogers
Pelham
Lively Campaign Forecast In Randolsh County Races
Cuthbert Ga February 3 Special Politics in Randolsh county promise lively contests with many candidates. Executive committee postpones announcing a primary date until next Saturday. Incumbent L A Duggan pledges to run again and Rev W W Hammond also seeks a seat. A petition circulates urging Cole and R F Critten den to join as well. The dispensary issue looms large in the legislative race.
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Brandoljh
Cuthbert
Randolsh
L. A. Duggan
W. D. Hammbek
Dolph
Duggan
Cole
R. F. Crittenden
Watkins Announces Candidacy in Carrollton Ga
Carroll county shows another entry for legislative honors with the candidacy of Hon. Mosoa Watkins of Whitesburg for representative. The article notes Carroll county will elect one of the two representatives, with the election date approaching in October.
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Watkins
Carrollton
Carroll County
Mosoa Watkins
Whitesburg
Carroll Couny
Gene Nee
Uncle Remus and the tar baby myth in Harris legacy
A long reminiscence on Joel Chandler Harris known as Uncle Remus, his return to harness after retirement, and his unique place in southern journalism. The piece blends personal anecdotes, literary stature, and the author’s reflections on Harris as a modest, perceptive figure who remains inseparable from the “tar baby” of newspaper life.
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Gidney Ormond
Memphis News
Joel Chandler Harris
Lterary Publica
Uncle Remus
South
Remus
Atlanta Constitution
West End
Joel Chandler Harrop
Constitution Office
Atlanta
Constitution
James Whitcomb Riley
Mr Harris
Riley
Harris
Frank L. Stanton
Tiley
Stanton
Hans
House Committee
Fes
Mr. Harris
Stone Mountain
Lost Mountain
The Spirit That Wins In North Georgia Citizen
A spirited defense of weekly papers covering Atlanta and Georgia cities. The Dalton area press denounces Atlanta exclusivity, asserting loyalty to local readers while welcoming broader coverage. Also notes a ten year sentence for George A. Rose, former Produce Exchange cashier, for embezzling $187,000.
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North Georgia Citizen
Atlanta
Cobb County Courier
Tribune
Georgia
W Walton Tribune the Citizen
Dane
Dalton
Chattanooga
Selah
Cleveland
George A. Rose
Produce Exchange
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