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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1914
Page
7
The Constitution's Washington correspondent warns that Senator Bacon's death may trigger a violent Georgia political storm reviving old factional feuds. The paper urges peace, arguing two years of progress and stability should not be sacrificed for personal ambitions, urging leaders to continue the era of peace and prosperity.
The article praises President Wilson for persisting with his Mexican policy despite criticism. It notes rumors of troop deployment to seize Benton’s body, but Wilson asserts that crossing a frontier means war and he won’t be driven into conflict unless circumstances demand it. The piece lauds his backbone and vision to find a temporary solution and avoid escalation.
Indications point to a near compromise on the long contested city finance sheet with factions likely to unite on Monday. The agreement addresses key improvements, including Whitehall street, and hopes to avoid delays that have held up passage, easing city departments and informing property owners and residents.
The article laments the ongoing stalemate over appropriations and expenditures, noting the annual deadlock over the sheet has stretched longer than usual. It accuses officials of petty, unproductive debate and criticizes Atlanta’s lax municipal system, urging that the inefficient procedures should not be repeated.
The writer argues against revisiting the Manila Bay tensions between Admiral Dewey and German Admiral von Diederichs. It lauds Dewey as brave and great but warns against political zeal and conversion. It notes current German American friendship, deeming further exchanges unhelpful and futile.
A New York legislative committee hears a charge that fifty children in New York hospitals were inoculated with serious diseases for experimental purposes. The piece dismisses the claim as extreme and historically unfounded, arguing vivisection fears fuel hysteria. It contends medical research aims to relieve suffering, not inflict it, and prefers protecting animal trials over risking a child’s death.
The article praises former President Taft for his readable, candid view of the presidency and his respectful assessment of Woodrow Wilson. It notes Taft’s broad American outlook, his judicial approach to democracy, and the notion that democracy remains strong if guided by steady leadership. The piece also mentions reactions from The Philadelphia Ledger about M. Hebron in Washington and the Mexico situation shifting attention from Villa and Huerta.
A long fragmentary humorous tale recounts The Kaniga City Stak and Tin Waller as a quirky justice of the peace with a wooden leg. It describes voters reelecting him, his unorthodox methods, and a humorous resolution as the crowd departs with a smile.
Domestic science notes describe bacon pairings to improve parsnips mackerel and eggs with bacon.Recipes detail boil fry bake and brochette methods, with ideas for perches and cold meats wrapped in bacon and served with crackers or cheese.
A column reflects on crossing Bridges only when present and the moral of not borrowing trouble. It also notes a century-old sickle gifted to Attorney General Hogan, contrasting past hard work with modern machinery and its social impact.
The death of Mrs Robert Lous Stevenson at Montecito California prompts recall of her husband’s verses praising a mature married life. The poem describes making brooches and toy birds, a palace of green and blue days, a shared kitchen, rooms, and simple daily duties as music for companionship.
Chronicles Columbus fate at San Domingo after Bobadilla’s coup in 1500. Columbus deposed, jailed, and paraded in chains amid civil rebellion. Diego Columbus seized. Velijo shows rare mercy while royal orders waver. The king and queen later restore liberty but enduring disgrace ends his active role.
The Progress of the World notes that peaceful dispute resolution underpins progress. Plans mark the Ghent treaty centenary, with committees advancing celebratory and educational efforts. An important Richmond conference boosted support from the state department and Congress to broaden attention beyond Britain and the United States to France, Germany, and other powers.
Mrs Jamesworthy boasts her club will hold a reception next month and she is appointed chair of decorations. The dialogue ridicules status, vanity, and social pretensions as the couple debates honors, wardrobe, and the supposed perks of chairmanship. The piece satirizes polite society and the foibles of ambition through sharp banter and comic self interest.
George Fitch muses on tyrants from tax collectors to petty bosses and domineering spouses. He cites Gessler, monarchs, and public figures, noting how power corrupts daily life and how tyrants often meet comical or brutal ends. The essay blends satirical portraits with sharp social commentary.
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