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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1909
Page
4
A garbled satire column references Taft, Hearst, and Brisbane with quips about suffrage, politics, and parody. It mentions the Possum State and Georgia, mocking political figures, editorials, and a recent banquet, while lampooning national issues and the South.
President Taft pledged that southern appointments would hinge on two essentials: capability and desirability. He stressed officials must command respect in the community and serve without reservation. The aim is to unite the nation’s spirit, heal sectional lines, and advance the South with qualified appointees.
The Constitution highlights Agnes Scott College in Decatur raising 220000 of a 350000 goal for expansion and Southern women’s education. The General Education Board offered 100000 earlier, contingent on the college raising the rest, with 130000 still needed.
A Georgia born journalist, George F Milton, joint editor and owner of The Knoxville Sentinel, recently acquired The Chattanooga News. Friends attribute his success to Georgia roots. The Constitution notes his humble beginnings and ascent, marking him as a leading southern editor shaping the era.
Atlanta celebrated President-elect Taft with a meticulously organized program led by Asa G. Candler and the Chamber of Commerce. A grand banquet at the Auditorium Armory for five to six hundred guests showcased flawless service, speeches, and decorations, hailed as perhaps the South’s greatest such event. The Capital City Club’s reception, under Dr. W. S. Elkin, reinforced Atlanta’s reputation as a premier host to distinguished guests.
The Chicago Tribune cites U S self inflicted death totals for 1900 at 16 952 averaging nearly 30 daily. Causes include despondency 6 318 insanity 810 domestic infidelity 778 ill health 718 business depression 632 and liquor 636. Pistols 3 102 and poison 2 735 were common methods. drowning 1 004 and throat cutting 825.
Aimed at regular schoolchild health exams, the appeal cites adenoids and other conditions harming future Atlanta families. The local board seeks $10,0009 in funding to establish periodic throat and overall health checks to curb disease and boost adult prospects, urging council action.
A reflection on Taft banquet unity across regions showing a national homogeneous citizenship. The piece argues differences exist in policy views but shared commitment to national ends, civic righteousness, and international leadership defining American patriotism. It credits this nationwide mindset with diminishing provincial politics.
The 1908 report shows a sharp drop in new railroad charters in Georgia from prior years, driven by a weak financial mood after the panic. Only twelve new lines totaling 176 miles and $0.18 million in capitalization were chartered, many short lines serving counties lacking rail service. Also noted are various small electric and power rail projects and a list of specific lines and their mileage and capital.
Charles W Gold secretary of Jefferson Standard Life Insurance Company Raleigh, has visited Bass & Penn and English-American building offices, praising local agents and the insurance setup. He notes Southern company experience and Georgia prospects as favorable. Cameron Admitted to Bail in Pittsburgh after alleged bribery case.
Washington reports Senate opposition to Daniel J Keefe nominee to head the labor department after charges he was rewarded for breaking with Samuel Gompers during the campaign. Senator Gore leads the objection citing a reported improper influence and a lack of committee action by Senator Dillingham. In Georgia, Rigell Stephens and companions inspected the Gainesville Knight Templar Pilgrim commandery as prominent visitors toured the area.
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