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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1903
Page
1
Senator Pettus secured every vote in a tense Alabama legislature caucus as Pettus’s nomination for the United States Senate gained strong support. The caucus vote indicated broad backing with full attendance and enthusiasm, signaling Pettus’s likely confirmation in the Wednesday ballot and joint session.
President Roosevelt departs Washington with Secretary Cortelyou and others to attend the Canton McKinley commemoration. The trip aims to honor the late President as part of a national display by the Republican party.
A man testified yesterday confessing to the police that he and two others planned and carried out the robbery and murder. He named two accomplices and implicated others, sharing details of the King of John Moog case and his own involvement.
Former police chief challenges Tammany Hall’s leadership in a mandamus suit. The New York Supreme Court orders the general committee to recognize Devery as a member and restore his seat on the Tammany Hall street committee pending further action.
At the miners convention a national officer was elected by referendum with 64 votes for and no opposition. Ted Tan reported the reelects included store treasurer and vice president positions. Delegates from Pennsylvania and other states selected John Whitehead and others in a largely unanimous vote amid minor contests.
Caracas January 26 The Associated Press says a British naval officer at La Guayra reports the blockade will be raised next Wednesday. The dispatch outlines diplomatic exchanges between Britain Germany and the United States over Venezuela and a proposed guaranty on claims arising from the arbitration dispute. It notes negotiations on payment methods and the potential international commission or neutral receiver for customs receipts as part of the settlement process.
Senator Morgan opens a contentious session opposing the Panama Canal treaty. He accuses the government of dictatorship by force and questions the treaty’s validity, prompting a sharp exchange with supporters and critics about foreign relations and national sovereignty.
Fragmentary OCR describes a new governor of Shin Si amid murder allegations linked to laity and missionaries. Mentions Boxers, tensions with Trench ministers, and a government reshuffle. Additional note references Acre dispute and a Brazilian minister fleeing to gain power or negotiate abroad.
Reports from Washington indicate Britain and Germany accepted Bowen proposals to guarantee Venezuela claims. Banks including J and W Seligman Co and J P Morgan Co would back the first payments, aiming to lift the blockade within two to three days pending formal consent.
Doblin testified before the horse committee on a bribery bid tied to Lessler and Quigg, alleging a $1900 offer to sway Lessler’s vote on a submarine bill. He later recanted, claiming all prior statements were false and that Quigg did offer money. The panel debated continuing the probe as Lessler summoned more witnesses.
Washington January 26 The executive committee of the National Afro American Council in session urges Senate confirmation of Dr Wm Drum to the Charleston South Carolina collector of customs and signs an address praising Roosevelt for advancing civil rights and federal equality. The address condemns mob murders and calls for anti discrimination action and federal oversight to protect African American citizens.
News from Fort Resolution reports severe famine among Indigenous people with many deaths. Eight deaths recorded, with several children among the victims as relief efforts lag. Authorities indicate widespread food shortages affecting multiple lodges and families in the area.
Reports from Holyhead Wales and Abertraw say a American liner is ashore near Holberfron point and boats are launched. Crew members are ashore but passengers not mentioned. A later dispatch links a possible wreck with Chesapeake and Ohio steamship Shenandoah voyage from Newport News to Greenville, fated near the Irish coast.
A special investigating committee reports two rival factions within the Atlanta police commissioners and department. It urges reforms including no reappointment of commissioners until three years after term, and elected officers to ensure efficient service and physical ability. Continued on second page.
A rough forecast notes cool temperatures and northeast winds for Georgia while politics and public affairs unfold. Governor Ferrell's land recovery effort dates to 1818, council action proceeds without delay, and a special investigation committee questions police autonomy. Sporting and crime items are mixed with international reports from the Philippines, Durban plague, and Caracas diplomacy.
General Adna Chaffee, commander of the Department of the East, arrived in Atlanta early morning with staff after an airship voyage. In the city he planned to meet officials, inspect Fort McPherson, and discuss widening military reserves and preservation at Tort McPherson. The event included a parade, a 13-gun salute, and receptions for officials and citizens, with the mayor organizing civic welcomes.
The U S Supreme Court rules Smythe liable for 340 treas ury notes missing while he ran the New Orleans Mint. He claimed the notes were burned, but the court negated that. The decision holds government loss and the bond liable for indemnity, with dissent emphasizing no actual loss.
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