Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Atlanta Constitution in Atlanta, Georgia

We have 1,947,233 pages in Georgia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1900

Page

2

Miss Hoppe defends women in Atlanta debate

Miles Mary Hoppe of the Woman's Employment Bureau writes to The Constitution about Dr Len G Broughton sermon on women stenographers. Broughton replies denying misquotation and warns against exploiting young women while praising Hoppe and condemning unfair criticism in this heated exchange.

Miles Mary H. Hoppe Woman's Employment Bureau of Atlanta Len G Athenia Hoppe Alflanta Canis Len G. Bhuugh'ton

Letter by Mary H Hoppe on Dr Broughton and working women

A missive from Mary H Hoppe critiques Dr Broughton’s remarks about working women and stenographers. It defends women’s virtue, cautions ministers and businessmen, and calls for protection and fair treatment while urging moral elevation and personal responsibility. The letter argues for supportive employment and respectful, non exploitive conduct toward women in business and public life.

Brouguyi Warnin Broughton Christ Piri Ptru Atlanta MLL Child of Mercy Watkh Broughtin Angel Dawn Mary H Hoppe

Deaths of Mrs Williams and Mrs Hart in Opelika area

Death notices report the sudden apoplexy death of Mrs Florence Williams at her Powers Street home and a protracted illness ending for Mrs Jane B Hart at the home of relatives on North Avenue. Williams leaves two sons and two daughters Lewis and Allen Williams and Misses Florence Irene Williams with services planned at Powers Street. Hart passed after a long illness with paralysis, funeral in Fredericksburg.

Plorence Walliams Williung Ope- Yka Atlanta Presbyterian Church Ladies’ Society Georgia Vienue Lewis Allen Williams Paarence Irene W Powers Street Tn Omlika Opelika Jane B. Hart Dine Hart Wot Chandler North Avenue Hart Fredericksburg

Resolutions of regret at death of Miss Bradley

Deep sorrow is felt at the death of Miss Clit Bradley assistant principal Edgewood Avenue School. The resolutions note appreciation of her life and character and faithfulness as a teacher, extend sympathy to survivors, and request publication in daily papers. Committee members Mrs A H Smith Mrs W F Johnson Miss Lillie Wurm.

Bradley Clit Bradley Edgewood Avinue Atlanta A H Swith W_F JOHNSON Lillie Wurm

False Alarms Only Two Fires in Four-Hour Atlanta Run

Firefighters faced biting wind and cold as four hour shift logged six runs and two actual fires. Although chimneys burned out, crews reported no danger and refused to complain, upholding a department motto. Notable calls included chimneys burning out on Last Cain Street, Luckie Street roof damage, and residences on East Georgia Avenue and Washington Street.

Atlanta Augustus Markham Cain Street Luckie Street George Young East Georgia Avenue J M Holbrook Washington Street Rox Wi Julius Thompson Rhodes Street

Congressional Hepburn bill urged for Nicaraguan canal project

Weekington February 17 Chairman Hepburn reports in favor of the Hepburn bill to construct a Nicaraguan canal. The committee argues the US would gain full ownership and control of a strategic waterway within six to eight years, with projected annual profits around five million dollars and tolls comparably high to Suez.

Weekington Hepburn House Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce United States Nicaragua Costa Rica Maritime Canal Company Cian Nicarigua Canal San Juan Lake Nicaragua

Negro Troops Open Fire on Police in El Paso Riot

A mob of soldiers from Fort Bliss attacked a police station in El Paso early today seeking to free two comrades arrested yesterday. Police Officer Stewart and a soldier were killed. about ten soldiers took part under Corporal James Hull who was killed. Captain Loughborough orders immediate investigation and detention of participating soldiers. Mrs Frank A Pritchett dies at Villa Rica Ga after six weeks illness. funeral Sunday at 2:30 pm from the Presbyterian church.

el Paso Tex Fort Bliss Golive Station O'Clock Stewart Stig Company E Twenty-fifth United States Infantry Department of Texas San Antonio Loughborough Fort Risa James Hull Frank A. Pritchett Villa Rica Frank A Pritchett Presbyterian Church

Lemon Elixir Claim Cures Heart Disease and Indigestion

Advertisement for Mozley's Lemon Elixir touts cures for heart disease and indigestion after many medicines failed. Includes testimonials from LES DIEHL of Hibersham and St Thomas Sts Savannah Ga. Also lists Tallulah Lodge Tallulah Falls Reservation Ga for rent season 1800 with bids closed March 1st and address Tallulah Reservation care Constitution Atlanta Ga.

Mozley Tallulah Lodge Tallulah Falls Reservation Tallulah Reservation Care Constitution Atlanta

National Shooting Tournament Ends At Washington Park

The national shooting tournament in Hot Springs closed after five days of strong competition. Fred Gilbert and J A R Clot will duel Monday for the EC cup emblematic of the national championship, each to shoot 140 targets with a mix of known and unknown traps. T S Norton of Fort Smith led with a perfect 25 in the Hot Springs handicap, with several shooters close behind and wagers high.

Hot Spring Ark Washington Park Fred Gilbert J A R Scott Bogardus Sumpter Imball Hoosier Wert Loomis Black Sconce Burns Dle Linderman Tripp Parker Loftin Ingraham

The Change in International Law and the Nicaragua Canal

A discussion contrasts past and present global interests, arguing for repeal of outdated statutes and noting how evolving conditions require flexible policy. It cites Lawrence on treaties and explains how Britain’s shift from Nicaragua to new routes illustrates adapting to changing maritime realities.

Hawaii Philippines Lawrence Great Britain United States Nicaragua Canal Suez Nicaragua England South Africa London Michal Davith House of Commons Great America Cape Colony

Vardon Defeats Smith To Claim World Golf Title

In St Augustine on February 1 Jarron Vardon the English golf champion defeated American William Smith by two up and one to play to become world champion. Vardon also broke the professional eighteen hole record in the morning with a 72 and tied the nine hole mark of 31. A strong wind and cold weather limited the afternoon scoring.

St Augustine Fla Harry Vardon England William Smith Mitch Virdon George Lows Lwday

Refused Entry For Evelyn Byrd In Future Racing Date

Stewards suspend Evelyn Byrd from mare entries pending investigation of the mare’s running. No evidence of criminality found, but decision to refuse future entries aims to protect turf interests at the track. Desport meets and steeplechase results follow with Andes and Bright Night among winners.

Evelyn Byrd New Orleans War Ap Andes James Arthur Crecht Lia Andes J Maller Toa Lucky Mundas Buland Wavercrest Dulchen Io Levy Nestle Princ Stathon Grn Bil Linkler Alsu Tau Weber Urlandine NewWton Anger Opoena Bugg Lay Hustun Wun Edely Cornatus Los Blewart Ana d Jan Hugnes Surter Lime Sai Foil Stecker van Prunt Fulrih Lid Abtheil Jengibe Walmsley W Shaw Bikin J. Miller Goose Liver Mitchell Endorpha School Girl Possum and Nailer Seiling Little Billy McJoynt Prince Real W. Shaw Grandeur A Weber Jodee Florence Clark Barney Lampwick Mr. Hunt

Record Cold Strikes Atlanta as Mercury Drops

The city faced a severe cold snap with the thermometer at 1 AM reporting 9 degrees, then sinking to 2 degrees by 1 AM and rising briefly to 14 degrees later. The day’s high reached 15 degrees, with strong winds intensifying the chill. The Weather Bureau forecasts more very low temperatures today as residents brace for continued icy conditions.

Atlanta Weather Bureau Loveras Fur Luda Lins

Miss Pamella Robertson Dies in Augusta Family Notice

Miss Pamella M Robertson of Augusta Georgia died May 1 at Whaclacy Shed. She was daughter of the late William Alexander Robertson and granddaughter of Robert Walton. Survived by her mother Mrs Mary L Robertson, brother Robert Robertson of New Orleans, and sister Mrs W Baker of Gainval.

Pamella M Robertson Augusta

How to Clean Old Portraits and Paintings

Step by step methods describe cleaning portraits using tepid water and potato to remove grime, with a second method using alcohol fumes under a blanket if dirt remains. Warns against oil paints and scrubbing, notes varnish restoration and drying considerations, and emphasizes careful handling by knowledgeable helpers.

Erik Hein Quilty Eric Ead

Also Mentioned on This Page

VENT Prince. “Tone Company L Productior Se Opiece The Age Nski Rae Ommance Pat Neek DCK CO Fele Miller's Ulah Arus Miss Hoppe DR. Broughton Williams Munyon Ong Reed Medical Phila Congress Committee Isthmus Californi Pacific Grove’s Grove Portian Gebien Clie Qunern Paris Jarron Mercury Davitt J. R. Leatherman Austell Building Sr i Caierman
Search Courier

Search the Atlanta Constitution Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Atlanta Constitution?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication