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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1903
Page
5
Fragmented OCR text quotes Rev Loh Stnning and boards debating public schooling in the South. It references funding for education nationwide, claims on expenditures for public education, and calls for dedicated teachers including Black educators. The piece reflects Southern attitudes and policy debates on race and schooling.
Testimony closed today in a New York district case as opening arguments began. Eugene Danes of San busi spoke an hour before adjournment. Prosecution alleged intimidation and abuse of Mrs Luibrook, with witnesses describing care, restraint, and alleged enticement of others to the home. Defense challenged the charges and questioned insanity claims, while references to government foundations and the brotherhood theme appeared in arguments.
A new long distance telephone line completed by Ch Pil connects Atlanta and Chicago with improved service. The project, described as complete, emphasizes faster hands-on operation and clearer lines for users between the two cities.
A scrambled report details a man named Arthur Shivers being pursued after a case involving the Wacon Tronic Company. The narrative mentions Sheriff Loree and a large search, with authorities coordinating across county lines and court actions, including a bond and potential capture within hours. The article also notes unrelated court procedures and a cold remedy advertisement at the end.
Washington January scene of anti trust discussion as Attorney General Anos Wer altive presents measures to Representative Jenkins chair of the committee. Bills seek to strengthen the Sherman Act, limit corporate concessions, and extend federal oversight through a new commerce commission with expanded powers and twelve commissioners.
Do not delay when a child shows croup symptoms. Give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the first hoarse sign or when the croupy cough appears. It is described as safe pleasant and never failing to prevent an attack.
Officers Worner and Moneret shoot a burglar who jumped through a broken door at 526 Manetta Street after the thief was found inside the store and opened fire. The wounded man died at the hospital. the officers describe feeling obliged to stop the intruder as he fled. The store door had a shattered front and the burglar fled through the broken entrance before collapsing nearby.
A Georgia inmate, Ben Rammage, faces criminal charges after a tense incident at a widow’s home on Cherry Street. Police, including Chief Boifeuille, quickly moved to arrest him following her testimony of assault and attempted confinement during the February break in.
An advertisement promises high quality winter wear including underwear night robes and pajamas. It claims the Frost King line delivers comfort comparable to the finest tailor made goods and notes the items are ideal for cold weather.
Readings show yesterday low around seven degrees and highs near 48 with a gradual warming expected tonight and into the week. Forecasts indicate clearer skies, bracing conditions, and a general rise in temperatures in the southern states while the northeast may see lingering cold.
In Berlin January six hundred people joined a banquet featuring only horse meat. Invitations from the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals aimed to show the meat is nourishing and palatable, hoping to boost consumption and markets for old horses. The menu included horse soup and tongue, among other dishes, all expertly prepared and well received.
The text argues that eating the right flesh forming foods will bulk the body, but digestion limits, leading to thinness for some. It touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy to quickly digest flesh forming foods and restore stomach tone, claiming wide sales in the US, Canada, and Britain.
Delia India January 8 A lordly review by the viceroy Lord Curzon of 3000 troops led by Lord Kitchener marked the final important event of the coronation durbar. The Duke of Connaught and Grand Duke of Hess presided as Europeans and natives watched a dazzling parade. Native volunteers impressed in cavalry and artillery formations. The imperial service corps, once in China, drew great admiration and praise.
In Jones County a renowned planter, Slocum, had a tense clash with two armed men, Mark and John Childs, near Macon. The sons attempted to confront Slocum at his Potter plantation over recent eviction, drew pistols, but Slocum overpowered the younger man and secured the weapon. Slocum then drove the Childs into the city and obtained warrants, while meanwhile a bank vault in Empire Building housed guarded deposits.
Jefferson City January. Democrats in the state legislature nominated Governor W. J. Stone of St. Louis for United States senator to succeed Vest. The nomination came by acclamation after William H. Wallace of Kansas City withdrew to back Stone.
Secretary Root forwards commendation for a reorganization of the Army Hospital Corps. The plan would form three hundred first class sergeants at 540 dollars, three hundred sergeants at 300, twenty one hundred per month, sixteen hundred privates first class at v, and eight hundred seventy five privates at 192 dollars, totaling 770400 dollars annually. It preserves cost while reallocating pay from privates to corporals.
The Consolidated Naval Story Company buys the Chattanooga pottery in Daisy, Tennessee from DR Montague. The firm will manufacture turpentine pots for its products and the deal is capitalized at about 100,000 dollars.
Washington reports indicate Venezuela yields to allied pressure as Minister Bowen prepares to negotiate terms for arbitration by The Hague. Officials expect the blockade to hold until a settlement or protocol is signed. Bowen may travel to the U S to outline Venezuela’s position and establish commissions in Washington.
The Beet Sugar Growers Association met at the Aring tom hotel as talks on the Cuba treaty continued. Michigan members held back, awaiting the treaty. Senator Burrows noted state positions would form after the Canan treaty appears. Officers were elected, including Henry Owen as President and Truman Page as Secretary.
A defaulting banker from Natogdoches Texas, tracked to New Orleans on Tuesday, was recognized at a hotel and moved to another location. Reports say he boarded the Breakwater bound for Honduras, with Port Eads police guarding ships but no trace found. Newspapers think he may have escaped by sea.
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