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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1903

Page

4

Leonard Wood to Be Supreme commander in Philippines

Washington on February 4 the war department issued a general order dated January 2 detailing a major reorganization. Major General Arthur MacArthur is assigned to command the Department of California to relieve Major General Hubert P Hughes. Major General John Bates will relieve MacArthur of the Lake Department. Brigadier General James F Wade will relieve Major General Davis of the Division of the Philippines. Leonard Wood will proceed to Manila to assume command of the Vindanas department. Brigadier General George Rachell will be relieved of the Department of Colimbe and report to the communications general division of the Philippines. Brigadier General Dunston will be assigned to the Department of Columbia. Brigidier General Brankin Baidein will succeed Fuistein in Colorado. Major Bates will, in addition to the Department of the Lakes, command the division. Sumner will be relieved and sent to Omaha, Hunter relieved July 89, Wade promoted on the return of Hughes, and Wood to succeed in the Philippines after interim command.

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Charged With Beating Spouse in Cordele Ga

In Cordele Georgia on February 4 a Special report notes the arrest of a man named Greis a foreign missionary accused of beating his wife. The case involves cautious descriptions of his past preaching work among black congregations and alleged whipping previously deemed as punishment by a church authority. Local justice Campbell ordered his arrest and the matter reflects ongoing scrutiny of missionary actions in the region.

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Atkinson Brothers Say Death From Morphine Overdose

telegram reported BooT Atkinson committed suicide, brothers state morphine overdose caused the death. The body was brought here, and the two brothers plan to identify the corpse while employers assist in investigating the tragedy as a possible suicide.

Brothers Atkinson Atkinsos Ths

Remodeling the Empire Block for Rome Hosiery Mills

Remodeling work begins on the Empire block at Broad street for Rome Hosiery Mills. Second and third floors will be altered to create a large library and working rooms with partitions moved and new machinery installed. Completion is expected in forty or sixty days with workers and supervisors on site.

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Much Gossip of Nominees and Democratic Talks

Washington has a South tour in support of Judge Alton B Parker amid fresh gossip on Democratic nomination. The piece notes eastern support for Parker, contrasts Olney and Gorman with Parker, and discusses party unity and Roosevelt’s impact on southern alignment.

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General Booth Arrives in Mobile with Contingent

General Booth arrives in Mobile in the afternoon accompanied by a stiff guard. A North German steamer from Hamburg is reported to have parts of China and Japan. it is believed to be towed near Verona Ariana and refloatation is expected.

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Contagious Blood Poison and the SSS Remedy Claim

An advertisement explains contagious blood poison as a dangerous disease with internal and external symptoms. It promotes Swift’s Specific SSS as a curative, claims it cures all stages, and offers free home treatment guidance from The Swift Specific Co of Atlanta, Ga.

Peison Swift Specific Co Atlanta, Ga

South Goods Preferred Lighting Southern Manufacturing Prospects

A special investigation reviews which home-made goods the southern states could profitably produce, finding strong local potential in groceries, paint, clothing, and furniture. It notes freight discrimination and reliance on northern supplies, with favorable prospects where raw materials are available locally.

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South's shoe industry shifts to Virginia mills and markets

The passage notes shoe manufacturing migrating to Richmond and Lynchburg Virginia. It highlights the South gaining attention and markets for merchants as freight rate discrimination remains unsettled. It suggests northern capital will seek investment as the South’s prospects improve.

Richmond Lynchburg

Lucas Denies Report On Charlton Well Prospect

Special Captain T Lucas of Beaumont denies a sensational claim that he stated 031 was present in Chariton county. He arrived from Folkston to supervise initial drilling for oil and says he cannot confirm any prospects until the well is sunk. He offered to stake 31000 for proof of such a remark and warned against assuming facts before geological results are known.

Charlton Siannah T Lucas Beaumont Oil Hising Folkston Chariton Charleton

Gainesville Gets Updated Telephone System and Rural Delivery Plan

Gainesville will receive a new two common battery system of telephones and major upgrades to the exchange to modernize service. A Post Office Department agent arrives tomorrow to study rural delivery routes as it expands free rural delivery across Hall County and beyond, with existing route extending to Forsyth County after two years of operation.

Gainesville Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company Imstalling Doling Post Office Department Hall County Forsyth County

Consul Smith Worse in Genoa as Death Imminent

Consul Hubbard T Smith, vice consul to Cairo, deteriorated in Genoa on February 4. A Blond powering set in and his death was expected at any moment.

Smith Genoa Hubbard T Smith Cairo

Believes Erwin Will Be Judge In Georgia Circuit

Warien Frain, United States District Attorney, declined comment on Seccession amid talk of Judge Timory Speer’s appointment. A local politician predicted Marion Frain would be named district judge in the Southern District of Georgia once Judge Speer succeeds Judge Cormick. The remark suggested Frain’s opponents fear a straight Republican nomination and possible impact on the next year’s presidential race.

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Plague Struggles Highlight City Conditions

Government officials face a hard task as plague conditions worsen in the city. Poor drainage and sweltering heat intensify the health crisis, with officials warning that control measures will be difficult amid harsh environmental conditions.

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Monterrey Furnace Opens Amid Mexicanity Celebration

The Monterrey furnace from the Manter Steel Company, under construction for three years, began operation on February 4. Notables including Mre bugen Kelli, stockholder Governor Bernardo Reyes, and other officials attended as the lights were lit and the massive plant started up.

Monterey Manter + Stee Company Monteret Mre Bugen Kelli Bernardo Reyes Mexicy

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