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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1904
Page
21
A sprawling, fragmentary news page references the Panama canal, Rockefeller, Aguinaldo, and trusts while riffing on figures like Schwab and Morgan. It mocks politics, labor, and foreign affairs with satirical asides and clipped observations, mentioning “Bedford,” “Yellow reporters,” and a rumor mill about a public dispute over wages and tariffs.
Washington reports Georgia Senator Clay will address the senate in favor of ratifying the Panama canal treaty and Senator Bacon is likely to speak the same day. The piece lauds Georgia for its two senators ready to defend the state’s material interests and supports ratification over defeat, arguing Panama’s independence is established and the canal is crucial for the southern coast.
Hon S Leigh, candidate for re election from Coweta county, calms rumors of opposition to Congressman W OC Adamson of the fourth district. Adamson is praised for rural free delivery gains and strong Georgia delegation influence, with an unopposed bid seen as positive for the district and the lower house term ahead.
The piece contrasts Northern views on black criminals with Southern experience. It argues whites and blacks in the South live with less racial tension, credits durable social segregation, and claims strong work ethics and law enforcement reduce crime. It endorses Southern methods as better for Negro advancement and social stability.
The Chattanooga Times reports the return of Mr Joe Chandler Harris to the editorial staff of The Atlanta Constitution readers delight in his force character and clear language. His work is praised as clean honest and just with engaging diction. Press colleagues welcome him back to the ranks.
A fragmented poem page from Georgia evokes sunny days, spring hope, and rural imagery. It blends line verses about bluebirds, crops, harvest hope, and local life with dialect voices referencing Georgia towns, farmers, and seasonal labors. The piece threads sentiment about longing for summer and community joy.
The collection highlights Macon and Bulloch Times contrasts with Atlanta on depot completion and a northern style university push in Atlanta, noting Southern synod support for a major Presbyterian university in the city, while warning that crime outpaces police. The Mississippi capital brief and Athens Banner nod to Atlanta’s weather image.
Vestry of St Philip's cathedral decided not to sell the 24 foot wide strip on Washington Street to the Louisville and Nashville. Rector Dr Alblon Knight declined further comment. The decision could delay L N's Atlanta freight terminal plans and may lead the road to modify its approach. Public plans remain unsettled as talks continue and other land options are considered.
The council of bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal convention gathers in Mobile with bishops present from Georgia Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Maryland New York Tennessee Michigan Kansas and Africa. The council will stay in session two days with Bishop K Turner of Atlanta presiding.
Washington February 5 The sub committee of the house elections committee No I from the Moody Gudger contest in North Carolina today completed its report in favor of the seating member Mr Guiger Democrat The report supports keeping Guiger in the House despite contest claims from Moody
Georgia officials led by Hon Dudley Hughes and Hon Hugh Washington return to Atlanta to push funding for the Georgia building at St Louis and plan meetings with Mayor Howell and business leaders. Oglethorpe County officials seek state felon labor for roads, leasing convicts to others while awaiting full compliance with state law. Governor Terrell names Lt John Cort to state military council. Captain Levy appointed in Augusta. Greene County pension disbursement noted. insurance firms eye Georgia market.
The state Democratic executive committee led by Chairman E T Brown plans a gathering likely between mid and late March. The meeting will set primary and convention rules, discuss possible dates, and handle routine party business including voting procedures and any submissions arising from this year.
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