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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1909
Page
4
The Constitution records show daily and Sunday publication details with Clark Howell as part of the editorial by Roby Robinson in the paper’s masthead and business management line.
A 1909 notice to subscribers lists traveling agents Blackburn Moore Stoxes Donnelly and others. It describes where The Constitution can be found in New York, delivery options, and the February 14 1909 publication date with editorials on politics and Roosevelt Africa plans.
An opinion warns that Atlanta’s ward and council expansion is making city government unwieldy. The piece argues for shrinking wards, cutting officials, and streamlining charter revision to restore efficient administration and lessen delays in city business. It urges replacing politics with businesslike governance and rapid charter action by the revision committee.
Atlanta expects prominent representation at President Taft's inauguration with drum corps and cadets urged to travel to Washington. The piece notes Atlanta's pride in participating and calls for organized support, aiming to honor the Gate City in the inaugural events.
At Trinity church in Atlanta a centennial Lincoln celebration brings Confederate Veterans and Grand Army of the Republic camps together. General Clement A. Avans opens with prayer, J W Scully reads Gettysburg Address, Rev J W Lee delivers the memorial address. The event underscores postwar fraternal spirit and national unity.
A fragmented report notes Oklahoma proposing a ceremonial dress change that shifts focus to middle-city etiquette amid public commentary. Officials and residents weigh the implications for state identity and cultural tradition.
Encouragement and support of patriotic citizens to assure success. Two thirds of the funds have been subscribed. Atlantans will promptly contribute the remaining amount. Atlanta has a stake in this enterprise and the money is needed to see it through. A reminder of civic duty is timely, and Atlantans are quick to respond and perform.
A public statement credits Governor Hoke Smith and Georgia for rail revenue gains in the year ending July 1 1908 amid tighter finances. The piece argues unmet pledges to lower freight and passenger rates would have bankrupted railroads, noting that vows to “swat” railroads were never fulfilled and crediting restraint for stabilizing carriers.
Tariff agitation has eroded post 1907 trade gains causing widespread business restraint. Purchasers avoid long contracts as tariff changes threaten prices and outputs. Congress faces extra sessions with stubborn schedules. a permanent tariff commission could reduce political manipulation and stabilize future policy.
A collage of verses and humor sketches reflecting rural pride and city life in a small town. Readings poke fun at fortune, weather, and optimism through caricatured dialogue and rhythmic stanzas, with a turn toward social satire and everyday hardship.
The state prison commission concluded bid reception for a prison farm of about 2 509 acres to house white convicts. A second farm may follow as funds allow. Distribution of convicts to counties may be pro rata or population based, affecting each county’s expected shares.
Secretary Whe son of the department of agriculture informed Congress that an additional appropriation of 5450000 is made to cover stamping out work. The effort targets foot and mouth disease with the animal destruction branch overseeing the operation. Barriers linger as the fiscal year ends.
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