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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1900
Page
8
The London Office of The Constitution is located in Trafalgar Buildings near Trafalgar Square. Reading and reception rooms are provided and a special initiation is extended to Southerners visiting London to avail fire facilities and to review the warfere. MEGEO W383 HORPON & the London representative of Lis paper.
Notice to subscribers lists traveling representatives and local city collectors appointed to solicit subscrip tions in Alabama. Warns readers to avoid paying any solicitation outside official channels. Mentions subscription terms and Sunday edition pricing and public offerings.
Atlanta readers learn that cotton hits eight cents in New York the first since 1897, a rise The Constitution predicted from available data European buyers and a Newark brokerage firm are blamed for market pressure and phantom cotton schemes The piece cites Mr Neill and unnamed brokers as manipulating sentiment while the cotton price continues upward despite alleged efforts to break the market
The article criticizes Neill and bull bear brokers for misleading cotton estimates while praising The Constitution for providing accurate market reports. It argues the south benefits from organized farmer action to influence prices, noting European buyers rely on questionable figures and predicting cotton could rise toward 10 cents with coordinated production.
The writer urges extending the Lawrenceville branch from Cum ming through Warsaw to Dahlonega and across the Qaratina line. The project would open mineral-rich northeast Georgia, boost Dahlonega’s growth from a primitive condition, and supply a feeder to Atlanta with regional support from Dahlonega and neighboring counties.
Mr William R Hanleiter of Griffin forwards a letter arguing that Georgia’s inventive spirit outpaces rivals in early ideas on sent thoughts and telegraph like transmission. The note recalls prior constitutional and Griffin Sun pieces and credits Georgia with aheadness yet criticizes thrift and patent timing.
A Griffin Call report notes W Gard ner of Atkins plans a large scale move into sheep raising after the dog law passed. He will expand flocks, buy ewes, and ride rising profits from mutton and wool. Others in Spilling county are expected to follow, boosting Georgia mutton supplies.
The Memphis Herald discusses The Charleston News and Courier, praising Atlanta as the South’s most progressive city while noting Charleston often favors gloom over hope. The piece defends Charleston’s efforts and urges better neighborly support among southern cities.
The article describes Siberia expanding European agricultural settlements with districts fairs and markets. It notes a mixed military and territorial governance, churches, and grain elevators, but highlights a persistent money shortage and credit absence. A peasant borrowed $26 for three months and owed $51 in oats, illustrating harsh terms.
The text describes a peasant agreeing not to take cash for oats but to accept merchandise at high cost. It implies the merchant charged 200 percent annual interest, suggesting the farmer bears the burden regardless of location, highlighting Southern farmer misery and economic strain.
The column argues Georgia's emigration act targets agents not people, citing proof of widespread harm from hired emigration schemes. It stresses no need for agents since railroads enable lawful travel and individuals can buy tickets alone. It critiques political figures and public sentiment while posing a question about remedies.
A family friend recalls a poignant scene at Vice President Hobart’s funeral in Carroll Hall. A seven year old boy, grateful for Hobart’s help to his sick mother and displaced by the death, asks for a moment to lay flowers and share a small token. The boy’s tears and quiet gratitude hint Hobart’s lasting impact on those he aided. The account blends sorrow with a tribute to Hobart’s philanthropy and a child’s fragile hope for care.
In Georgia news, a lone village doctor tends widespread measles and fatigue. A committee seeks a fresh graduate to tackle newer diseases, while old physicians are routed to trial for modern cures.
A Morgan county reader argues labor contracts shield tenants from distress amid emigration fears. He asserts no starvation, outlines fair wages and supplies, and defends Morgan workers as healthy and capable. Also included are notes on bubonic plague, the Troup county plan, and the French guillotine's continued use.
Gainesville Florida reports a strong contest for the state superintendent of public instruction with incumbent Sheats facing opposition on personal grounds. Supporters note Florida education has improved under Sheats, while critics insist a leadership change is needed to avoid future legislative clashes.
An engineering department contest at the University of Georgia offers two handsome prizes funded by Joel Hurt of Atlanta and other sponsors. Prize money from Meesre B Mt Hall, of Atlantis and Swearer of New York will be awarded to winners. Jury members include JD B Kays of Savannah and Henry Prown of Augusta.
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