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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1900
Page
15
London reading and reception rooms offered with facilities for visitors. The Constitution announces its London office as headquarters with GEO. M. S. HORTON named as the London representative. Postage rates listed for United States Canada Mexico and foreign destinations.
Traveling representatives for subscriptions in Alabama are W. TA Overbey Charles H Donnelly Bl Cain and L B Willcox M J Willingham and Jom Jtackeon appointed as well City collectors are R T Cannon James T Carter and Claude A Vingin Do not pay anyone else Constitution Publishing Co
The article urges Atlanta business men led by T. Inman and J. M. Stephens to take responsible roles in city government. It argues the city is at an industrial turning point with a cotton milling shift and calls for prudent municipal action to avoid incompetence and secure bonded obligations.
The author argues for a city owned reversion of public utility franchises after fixed terms, urging impartial justice among streetcar and electric light companies. A rule in the city charter would standardize inducements, prevent special interests, and ensure equal access to future competition while safeguarding assets.
A long article debates the Union Depot conflict in Atlanta with plans to build a permanent depot, urging a state bill before October. It also discusses the Hay-Pauncefote treaty and the Nicaragua canal, arguing the project should be American controlled and recognized as essential to national interests.
Both houses debate immediate canal work over a contested international treaty. Advocates urge passage to secure the canal with American capital and enterprise, while opponents warn the treaty risks the main goal. Southern war claims face overhaul to speed justice, proposing a War Claims board and streamlined payment under statecraft.
The piece argues that racial segregation persists in New York and Mississippi and condemns “jim crow” practices in schooling and employment. It notes New York’s revived legal separation in Queens and contrasts New York colored citizens’ ambitions with continued prejudice, calling for a settlement that discourages rancor and promotes justice.
The Boer British conflict prompts shift in coal markets as English prices double, boosting U S exports. Norfolk ships move coal to Mediterranean ports, signaling a rise in U S mining activity and potential permanent coal trade growth. Controversies follow about journalism and politics, with satire on figures like Godkins Merrick Clark and Sir Redvers Buller.
Multiple Georgia papers report Atlanta planning a cooperative one million dollar cotton mill. C A Collier of Atlanta leads the movement, with surrounding towns noting Atlanta’s progress. Officials cite January building permits as evidence of growth and industry momentum.
Huntville Alabama readers are treated to a brief poem about Robert Burns by Frank J. Stanton of The Atlanta Constitution. The sketch praises Stanton as Georgia’s Burns and notes his rhythmic, musical verse that brings sunshine to sorrowful moods.
A compact montage of rural humor and verse fragments from a Georgia audience. The piece blends songs about rainy days with tales of local characters, dialect humor, and light political quips, highlighting tavern lore, religious chatter, and snippets of verse. It portrays a colorful snapshot of regional life and wit.
Washington dispatch discusses canal treaty politics and opposition among Democrats on the commerce committee. It cites Judge Adamson and Senator Hepburn on canal neutrality and U S control, plus Republican views, with Montana Clark case fallout and testimony at the privileges and elections committee.
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