Hanna bill distribution sparks race and politics debate
In ELAUSTAGA on February 7 1903 proposals to distribute large sums from the federal treasury to aid former slaves spark a heated partisan exchange. The piece frames race color and servitude debates, criticizing black Republican allies and urging Marcus Hanna to confront promises and partisan hypocrisy.
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S.uator Hannas
Federal Treasury
South
Republican Party
Marcus Are
Hanna
House of Hanna
Emigration to the South Offers Farm Labor Boom
The article argues Southern farming holds opportunity as thousands of North European emigrants head south seeking cheap land and better prospects. It notes high risk and uncertain success, urges attractants for industry and agriculture, and cites official statistics claiming higher profits in the South.
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Mitoba
Canadian Northwest
South
New Federal Building for Atlanta Urges Action
A Atlanta visit by a House public buildings committee led by Chairman Mercer highlights the urgent need for a new federal building. The article notes space shortages and crowding, the potential sale of the current building to the city for a city hall, and a push for congressional action before adjournment.
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Atlanta
Mercer
House Committee On
Beshamber'ot
Canmerce
Vila Tec
Congress
New Orleans
Bilding
Flantas
Postminster
Cit
Southern farming profits outpace northern yields in study
A historical report shows Georgia farms yielding 40 2 percent gross income and Timotis Falls 132 percent while the South overall posts 40 to 50 percent profits. Northern states lag with around 13 percent. Southern farmers also save on winter provender and net 25 to 50 percent more from their products.
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Georgia
Timotis
South
North
Wear
Sultans Victory Shows Progress and Tact in Morocco
The sultan of Morocco demonstrated decisive leadership against a desert raid by a rival pretender. He arranged a strategy of treasy voodle distribution to his followers, provoking the encroaching forces to drop arms and flee. The rival was captured and displayed in a cage as ridicule and protest followed.
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Morocco
Perls
Rebellion of Alexander King Edwards and Crowned Life of Royal Scandal
The article traces the shift in royal image as Alexander King Edwards opposes King Edward clinging to past libertine days. It notes Edward VII’s ascent promising restraint and maturity, while hinting at ongoing scrutiny of royal behavior and public perception of the throne.
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Alexander
Edwards
Edward
Prince of Wales
Edward VII
England
Queen Alexandra Defines Royal Role After Osborne Return
Queen Alexandra asserts her rights as wife guiding royal image as King joins conservative stance. The piece notes lingering allure of past society life in Prince and the failed plea for a new presence at Devonshire home, signaling a tempered future for royal public behavior.
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Osborne House
Dallance
Jett
Louch
Ines
Devonshire
Alexandra
Night Breaking O'er Ireland Oppressive Proclamation Revoked
The government revoked last year’s proclamation placing thirteen Irish districts under the crimes act and summary jurisdiction. Critics say coercion failed and the old policy of land for the people fades as Irish sentiment moderates. Key figures like Joseph Devlin and William Reymond voice cautious optimism for improved relations, while the treasury selects a St Louis pasture site.
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Ireland
William Reymond
Arthur Lynch
United Inch League
Joseph Devlin
Dublin
Riddled Verse Fragments From Hillville and Beyond
A patchwork of clipped lines and lines of verse from Hillville and other places. Reflections mix love dreams exodus weather and nostalgic scenes, with stray references to songs, ships, and distant events. The text presents a collage of poetic snippets and songlike phrases.
Senator Marcus Minoa Praised by Draper for Slave Pension Bill
Captain W W Draper writes to commend the slave pension bill introduced in the senate by Senator Marcus Minoa. He recalls former slaves’ loyalty, urges including indigent Confederate soldiers, and warns against bounty causing extravagance and manipulation by exploiters.
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W W Draper
Ain Wow Draper
Marcus
Senate
Mom Ghia
Draper
Foster Bondag
Piont
Howeser
Goth
McKinsey
Hla
Letters From The People Praises Gainesville And Washington
Dr Wilmer commends Gainesville and Booker T Washington in The Constitution as the remnant that preserves moral leadership. He urges readers to discriminate between individuals and stresses the need for factual recollection of Reconstruction era events and northern and southern attitudes.
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Dr. Wilmer
Gainesville
Manca
Baal
Kingdom of God On
Ginesville
Washington
Lou
Mae Aoal
Sam Weller
Eller Weller
Telson
Hayes
United States
Berg
Beelzebub
Washingtons
Peter
Wilmer St Lukes Rectory
Atlanta Ga
Will Beautify Atlanta Parks
Atlanta plans to hire a landscape artist to reconstruct Grant Park and beautify Moms Park and Springvale Park. President Joel Hurt urged adoption of his proposals. a special committee was formed to study them. A superintendent expert was also requested, and bids will be invited for park concessions expiring next February.
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Atlanta
Grant Park
Moms Park
Springvale Park
Joel Hut
Board of Park Commissioners
Hurt
Ormond
James G Woodward
Walter E Ormond
Joel Hurt
Building New Lane From Georgia to Newnan
A Georgia division of the Gamesboro Telephone Company began extending a branch two miles south to Newnan via Clem Bang ning and Whitesburg through Sargents, with a prior private line to Clem six miles south. The move, amid Reconstruction era tensions and debates on race, seeks to expand the system despite mixed white and black attitudes. RR Dabney, professor of history, notes the broader political climate and editorials urging tolerance amid Smoot controversy. Wheeler Williams, Columbus, Ga.
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Cairsiiten
Georgia
Gamesboro Telephone Company
Une
Newnan
Clem Banning
Whitesburg
Sargents
Coweta County
Clem
Gaanesboro Company
Freedmens Bureau
Andrew
Johnsons
Loy League
Ky Klux Klan
Knights of the White Camellia
Simur
Congress
RR Dabney
University of Virginia
Charlotte Va
Smoot Daitor
Sou
Senate
Smoot
Roberts
Sinout
Apostle Smoot
Wheeler Williams
Columbus
Georgia Officer Alred Sentenced For Government Theft Conspiracy
L Alred a trusted Internal Revenue official in Fannin county Georgia pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud the government and taking whisky from Roxa distillery storehouse. He was sentenced by Judge Newman to six months ban tente and a $200 fine. The capture involved a fieldglass and secret watering from the distillery to a retail outlet, with Alred paid per gallon. The government noted the loss of taxes and stressed honesty despite family duties.
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Internal Revenue Department
Bimain County
Georgia
L . Alred
Newman
United States Court
Lantente
Roxa
Ross Distillers
Dannin
Alred
Rose
Internal Revenue Office
Atlanta
Fannin County
Corpse beggar duped West End ladies in queer Atlanta case
George Stearman posed as a dead man to solicit burial funds from several West End women. His 12 year old son aided the ruse, generating sympathy and money while the supposed corpse counted the proceeds. Police later arrested Stearman and his nephew, with the boy admitting the deception. Suspected professional beggar, the pair faced investigation.
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George Steerman
Atlanta
TE Waa
West End
George Stearman
Beecham Street
Kelix Steerman
Apon
Agai
Imoney
Sanford
Norman
Poy Relly Steerman
Cous
Susie Steerman
Bing
Free
Steerman
Polle Ble
Azaleas at Big Prison Gift from Floral Firms
The Dabi Coral Company and We Lilew Floral Company presented azaleas to the prison through Mr Gresham and Miss Richmond, with the Atlanta Floral Company adding a magnificent basket for the institution. Marden Hawk, a thority figure, appreciated the gifts as he aims to surround prisoners with positive influence.
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Dabi Coral Company
Gresham
We Lilew Floral Company
Miss Richmond
Fideral Oricon
Wth
Steamers collide near Liberty Island injure none
A steamer bound for Galveston collided with another near Liberty Island on February 6. The vessel Himeira sustained major damage at the bow but its apparent crew remained uninjured and continued voyage.
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Collizion
New York
Galvestora
Tiberty Island
Archor
Store Robbery Reported in Girard Columbus Incident
A Girard Columbus shop owned by Verne Ranwles was robbed early with about sixty five pairs of pants plus other clothing taken. Burglars broke a large glass pane to enter and fled in a two man team. Police later observed three men crossing the river bearing items toward the Georgia side.
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Girard
Columbus
Cabruary
Verne Ranwles
Georgia
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