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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1902
Page
9
In the issue a note and memorandum by Governor General Leonard Wood are printed. The piece lauds Wood’s knowledge of Cuba and argues for relief without sacrificing Cuban independence. It cautions against tariff pressures and portrays Wood as a reformer who aided Cuba postwar.
The piece notes German influence on American citizenship during Prince Henry of Prussia’s visit. It recalls colonial era figures Baron Steuben and Baron DeKalb, cites shared Anglo-Saxon kinship, and argues that tariff tensions have not broken the historical bond with Germany, stressing a deep fraternal connection and welcoming tone.
The speaker extols German immigrants as loyal contributors to the United States, recounting centuries of German-born and German-descended citizens who helped build the nation. Immigrant statistics are cited, showing Germany’s substantial share of arrivals from 1820 onward, surpassing Britain and Ireland in total numbers. The message urges cordial, hospitable greetings to Prince Henry and to strangers within the gates.
The essay argues who should own and maintain sidewalks, to curb disputes between property owners and city authorities. It notes the city can order curbing signs awnings and snow removal while the owner bears costs and responsibilities, urging clarity in law and municipal policy. It calls on the city council to illuminate ownership and applicable duties for all property owners.
The New York Age editor T Thomas Fortune argues southern treatment of colored people will spur a mass migration to the north and west, creating a labor shortage. He cites rising hostility in the region yet claims southern colored labor is thriving with solid figures.
A Fortune piece challenges the mule myth as a sole Negro skill in the South, noting white farmers and others in Cuba, Spain, and the Philippines can also handle the animal. Other editorials mock political figures, press bias, and navy schemes, closing with a Warrenton bank charter filed February 24 with C. R. Fitzpatrick named cashier.
Special examination for naval academy applicants conducted Saturday before R. BR. Daniel N. B. Ware and J. Mathie in Montezuma Ga. Emmet F. Eferine won first place, Gorge McDonald second, both from Americas, Georgia.
The Georgia piece portrays Prince Henry’s reception in Billville and nearby towns. It notes multilingual fluency, plans for a banquet, and locals crafting songs and jests about the royal visit. The column blends whimsy with local color and light satire on regional pride.
A garbled State politics roundup from Georgia papers cites candidates Terrell Tate Guerry Estill and Smith in contest chatter. Reports from Cordele Savannah Augusta and Macon reflect endorsements digs and forecasts with mentions of Holder and a crowded gubernatorial field.
A reader reports receiving The Spectator and a 25 percent U.S. fire insurance rate raise notice. The Spectator tabulates 1901 metrics for American and forestal companies, noting cash capital, assets, surplus, premiums, losses, divIdends, and total income. Questions about why rates rise accompany sworn statements from company managers. Also reported: mistrial in the Dortic case in Savannah with jurors split on verdict, leading to a hung jury.
Georgia editors argue that a general dispensary law could solve liquor issues by offering counties three method options. They cite Rome and Athens as mixed outcomes, note potential benefits for local self government, yet warn of mismanagement as seen in Barnesville. Douglas Glessner signs off.
Hon J M Terrell spoke in Vienna on February 24 addressing Georgia gubernatorial issues. He stressed taxation fairness and pledged to curb crime and lobbyism, saying he would sign a prohibiton bill if the legislature passes such a law and would support local option. He avoided attacking opponents and was loudly applauded.
The estate of H. B. Plant valued around 20 million dollars will be divided under New York laws among heirs after a Connecticut attempt to validate a will failed. The widow receives one third, and son Morton F. Plant inherits the remainder. The case highlights attempts to entaiI property and questions probate credit across states.
Canton Ga February 24 special the second gubernatorial campaign cone in Cherokee was fired here by Hon Dupont Guerry. He spoke before a large audience of supporters and ladies, attacking liquor interests and calling out corruption in the democratic party while praising moral issues. He denied rumors of drunken behavior by lawmakers and left for Vienna afterward.
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