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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1904

Page

18

Bailey Defies Vote On Panama Treaty Refusal

Houston Tex January 17 In a signed statement United States Senator J W Baller says he must retire from public life rather than dishonor his state and party by voting for ratification of the Panama treaty. He accuses the president of improper influence to push the canal route and condemns his refusal to negotiate with Nicaragua and Costa Rica. He denounces the president's defiance of the law and asserts the Panama route is not the only or best option despite public sentiment.

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Blizzard disrupts Pennsylvania rail service and roads

A renewed blizzard in Pennsylvania severely disrupts rail traffic and highway travel. The Erie Chicago Limited runs ten hours late, the Cleveland Express five hours, and a Pennsylvania passenger train is stalled for hours. Snow plows work constantly with crews Heroic efforts aim to reopen Jamestown Chautauqua and Lake Erie routes by tomorrow.

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Black Deputy Fatally Wounds Unnamed Man in Bartow

Bartow Florida January 17 Special News from Bartow Junction reports a Black man wanted in Citrus County for offenses was killed by a Black deputy or spotter named Dave White. Sheriff Warren pursued the man from Citrus to Lakeland, Mil, then Bartow Junction, where the deputy allegedly fired as the suspect fled into an Atlantic Coast Line area. The victim, described as Black, was struck in the heart and died instantly after the officer claimed to draw a public safety item and shoot. The incident involved pursuit, arrest, and a fatal gunshot during the encounter at Bartow Junction.

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Fire alarm box turned by mule in Columbus

A mule kicked a fire alarm box in Columbus causing the bell to ring and the fire department to respond. Other items note a Columbus man named Dawson a suspect in forgery and a separate trial motion for Bartow Nix. Community events include a district school fundraiser and a Robert E Lee birthday observance with veterans honored.

Immigrants Boost to United States Leads Italian Mission

Rome reports nearly 250000 Italians seek the United States as the chief destination. Adalfo Rosso, Inspector of emigration, will study directing Italians to agricultural areas and examine ties to labor laws. He travels to the United States for several months to work with the immigration commission.

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Prize essay contest on James Oglethorpe founded Georgia

In Athens on January 17 the Daughters of the American Revolution announced a prize for Georgia college students. Contestants must write on colonial or revolutionary topics and the subject will be chosen by the chancellor. Many young men are expected to compete for the handsome award honoring James Oglethorpe, founder of Georgia.

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READY FOR TENTED FIELD JAPS WAIT RUSSIAN MOVE

Movements in Manchuria are described as preliminary and aimed at a rapid deployment of land and sea forces if needed. Reports note Russia may respect existing rights in Manchuria under treaties with China while preserving future relations, with censorship limiting details. Federal dispatches confirm reinforced U S Marines at Seoul and wary foreign press coverage of tensions.

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Fred Peterson in Montgomery

Montgomery Alabama January 7 Special Fred W Peterson the young man arrested in New Orleans and wanted for embezzling 5000 from Merchants and Planters Farley National Bank was brought to the city and jailed on 3000 bond. He faced US Commissioner John Elmore with two warrants charging 375 and 350. Bond set at 500 each as temporary hearing slated for tomorrow. Peterson claimed many reports are fake and said he traveled to New York Saratoga Chicago St Louis and New Orleans before. He stood high with bank officials in Montgomery.

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California Rain Delivers Widespread Storm Across California

A Pacific weather system drenched southern California with heavy rain, washing streets in Santa Barbara for three hours. Alcations point to more rain, while Ventura saw notable totals after a long dry spell in May. The storm extended across central and northern California, marking a broad, general rainfall event.

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Strike at Chattanooga Tightens Iron Works Labor Action

President John McNeil of the Brotherhood of Iron Workers calls a strike today against Walsh and Weldner Boiler Company and Lookout Boiler Manufacturing Company in Chattanooga Tenn. Five hundred workers are affected as union leaders allege non union hiring by the plants.

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Far East Tensions and Diplomatic Movements Across Asia

Reports describe Russia planning to open Manchuria and withdraw Korea claims, with potential loss of Arthur as a military base. Censorship tightens on troop movements. Emperor Francis Joseph expects improved Far East affairs. French marines reach Seoul to safeguard the legation as Italian and British forces coordinate. Russia allegedly seeks 15000 Chinese troops to shield residents in Manchuria.

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Inauguration Held for Mississippi Governor Vardaman

The Mississippi inauguration schedule is set for Governor elect James Vardaman with ceremonies at the state Capitol. Oath by Chief Justice Whitfield, joint session, inaugural address, and a public reception follow, with an inaugural ball at the Stag Club Monday night.

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