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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1904
Page
9
A jumble of opinion and speculation covers Russia Japan Roosevelt Bryan and Hanna in a volatile political climate. Notes on radium prices, Panama, and an imagined naval staff spark debate while theater and embalmings, weather forecasts, and gossip thread through with hints of indictments, trust shadows, and electoral intrigue.
A prominent New Orleans citizen argues that the cotton price surge steadied the country and plausibly saved it from financial disaster. He cites Wall Street conservatism, steel trust revelations, and a vast gain in United States wealth from cotton as key factors.
A foreign correspondent notes France as a real republic despite Catholic support for the church hierarchy. Dismantling religious orders and expulsions stir questions, while Pope Leo’s warnings about church allegiance to the republic echo in debates over monarchy versus republic among clergy and laity alike.
Washington reports warn that the horse and carriage graft looms as a cost to taxpayers. Critics say assistant secretaries and bureau chiefs enjoy government furnished carriages and horses for events at expense to the public. Congress seeks investigations while the public favors streetcars and lower costs.
British expedition under Colonel Younghusband presses toward Lassa the forbidden city as Tibetans resist intrusion. The second advance, spurred by Edwardian authority, risks cartridges against wary Tibetans while Landor’s past hardships echo in the exotic frontier tale of isolated Lassa and Buddhist secrets.
The article argues Britain suspects Russian efforts to gain influence in Pekin and possible representation in Tibet. It highlights fears of a Russian military foothold nearing India and predicts Britain may use a Tibet crisis to extend military power if Colonel Younghusband faces resistance or setbacks. It notes Australian diplomacy and Chinese regional maneuvers as context.
Florence L Tucker criticizes Georgia for raising 18000 to reproduce Liberty Hall for St Louis while the original Stephens home suffers neglect. She questions who owns Liberty Hall, who pays taxes, and why a Memorial Association has not met in two years, urging safeguarding of the decaying property.
A reflective montage blends poems and verses about weather light and hope. Phrases celebrate Georgia brightness, birds craving February sun, and a plea for peace and shade trees. It features lines about wisdom, dawn bells, and a garden dream with Mycaotis and Iris.
Washington reports a Buenos Aires consul message dated December 13, 1960, warning of a Minneapolis based firm selling $500 shares in a scheme promising Argentine land and tax exemptions. The company claims arrangements with the Argentine government but the land office says it has no knowledge of them.
New Orleans reports July cotton at 16 cents flat after a furious day with prices up double digits and heavy buying. Liverpool's strength fuels demand. In New York the market hits higher levels with March May July climbing early, then slightly easing but remaining net higher. Norfolk sees spot cotton sell at 16 cents on the exchange floor for first time in 25 years, with 53 bales traded.
The House approved the army appropriation bill totaling about 77 million dollars after three days of debate. Texas senator Slayden failed to strike a 95 thousand dollar provision for Porto Rico provisional regiment maintenance, while Hull argued the political note. Virginia's Hay contended the cut breached contract with Porto Ricans. The House also adopted a request for information on government garbages and adjourned until tomorrow. In Americus, Georgia, churches raise nearly 20 thousand dollars to cancel remaining indebtedness on their buildings.
Washington January 25 Senator Burrows chair of the committee on privileges and elections introduced a resolution to authorize an investigation into the protest against Senator Smoot retaining his seat. The measure was referred to the committee on contested expenses.
Kentucky House action on January 25 largely defeated a resolution by Black of Knox endorsing the president’s Panama treaty. The Senate last week sent a parallel resolution to committee for study, signaling similar support in the upper chamber.
Large cotton lot purchased by N Turner of Covington from Shalnutts Brothers off Walnut Grove. 780 bales at about 16 cents per pound, total near $66,000, the biggest single sale in the area this season. Reports from Calhoun Canton Eatonton Americus note rising prices and widespread activity as farmers plan new crops and sales.
In a third week of the Machen conspiracy trial, witnesses fixed on Machen’s initials A W M on letters about Groff fasteners and his signatures on orders. John W. Machen testified about Leichardt signing for him, then recanted under cross and a recess was taken as Post Office Inspector Emmons Roff presented Groff declarations. Court adjourned until tomorrow.
Mary Tam burello is arrested on complaint by James Cennecarro and his wife who say she exerts uncanny influence. They blame mysterious deaths of poultry and pets, financial reverses, and other misfortunes on her. They allege threats to kill and burn their home, and Judge Johnstone orders her held as law for witchcraft is absent. Moseley Is Confirmed. Washington confirms William H Mosby as Postmaster at Bedford City Virginia.
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