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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1904
Page
21
A noisy jumble of snippets mocks campaigns and policy. References span Roosevelt, Foraker, Dietrich, Panama, Smoot, and Hanna allies, plus Britain Russia and Japan. The piece drifts through oil, taxes, cusses, and a found $1 bill, noting media grins and political maneuvering.
The Canal still faces work, but Major Black and Lt. Brooks report about two fifths of the excavation finished. Estimates vary but engineers claim the remains can be completed in seven to ten years, with fewer health concerns and no insurmountable geology. Yankee effort and money are expected to finish the great isthmian waterway.
Senator Stewart of Nevada fights to keep government clerks from 4:30 pm duties, challenging enforcement of a seven hour workday. He seeks to add staff to avoid extending hours, arguing the law is easy and generous while criticizing the push for more clerks and easier duties.
The piece argues against special treatment for a government clerk in the eight-hour day, noting Senator Stewart's age and fortune. It then pivots to global tensions in 1904, asserting the world teeters on war over Balkan reform, Russo–Japanese moves, and China Turkey dismemberment, questioning if a peaceful settlement is possible this year.
The piece contrasts Japanese fervor with Russian restraint, arguing that Japan’s fierce national pride and rapid modernization drive its military edge. It notes Japan’s political and social revolution over generations and its rise to a major voice in regional and international debates.
The article argues that Japan, while embracing a modern outlook, retains deep national love and a growing, feverish guard over communal rights. It compares Japan’s emergence to Britain’s past ascent, praising swift ministerial resolve and a unified public spirit that could bolster future military stamina.
The piece surveys Atlanta’s missed chance for a joint race debate with Tillman and Broughton, notes Savannah’s theater incident, and reflects Atlanta’s evolving image in 1902. It cites Atlanta’s police court case count, Chicago fire rumors, and political boosts from Columbia and Washington reporters.
The message honors John C. O Connell of Mobile, Alabama, dated January 4, 1904, mourning a soldier whose wartime sacrifice and country love are praised. It recalls battles, wounds healed by peace, and the soldier’s epic, steadfast life. The tribute closes with reverent farewell and gratitude.
An Atlanta bank with 200 000 capital advertises 51 211 84436 cash and invites correspondence with new account seekers. The piece notes banks hold ample vault funds and that loans and discounts are strong. It highlights confidence from large conservative institutions seeking business and predicts an easy money market for the coming year amid grain price concerns.
The piece argues public support is firm for recognizing Panama independence and the canal project. It warns against delaying or opposing the treaty, stating that such actions would invite warfare and harm democratic interests, especially in southern states reliant on canal access. It urges Senator Gorman to heed this sentiment.
Edwar Constitution calls for prompt ratification of the Panama Canal Treaty. A letter from SCLICS L Brown in Atlanta, Ga urges Democrats to support the treaty, view it as benefiting the nation and theMississippi river region, and criticizes opposition as poor politics. He argues for unity with the president and immediate commencement of the canal project.
Bristol Virginia January 15 the city committee investigating alleged irregularities by City Attorney Ashworth cleared the city council of fault and said no injury came from the Dominion National Banks bonds deal. Ashworth says the proceedings will be carried into the courts.
The final auction of the late Frederick O Matthieson and wife treasures fetched about $101,850 from roughly 1,500 items. A Limnogen plaque led at $7,500 while dealers secured most pieces, a collection that drew attention for years.
In Greensboro on January 15 the United States circuit court substituted W P Bynum and Edward Ibberman as trustees pendente lite to foreclose a 390000 mortgage against the McDowell County Lumber Company including saw mill, lumber, railroads, and 30000 acres of timber lands in McDowell County North Carolina. The trustees are authorized to sell the entire properties. Greensboro Bankrupt. In Greensboro January 15 a district court action by creditors declared the Poot Mountain Furniture Company bankrupt with J B Alexander of Winston Salem as referee.
New York January 5. W H Bancroft has been appointed general manager of the Union Pacific Railroad Company. The move places Bancroft in charge of operations and strategic direction, signaling a major leadership change for the railroad.
The piece weighs Japanese and Russian military power for a potential Far East war. It cites Japanese ships including battleships and cruisers, land forces, and Russian fleets and corps. It weighs mobility, training, cavalry, artillery, and climate, concluding Russia has manpower and mobile units, while Japan has sturdy infantry and superior field mobility, with broader European involvement as a wildcard.
London reports W T Stead plans a home oriented daily paper with two subscription paths. Aimed at women and children, the scheme offers a children’s page and social bureau access plus color plates and small life insurance. He envisions 2000 girls delivering papers and promises peaceful reform in tone.
A jury awarded Pink Bloodworth twelve thousand five hundred dollars against the Central railroad. The verdict, delivered January 1, follows a dispute over a fatal or injurious incident near Milledgeville. The decision may be appealed.
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