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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1905
Page
9
A noisy collage of early 20th century geopolitical gossip and literary quips. It cites battles, fleets, and figures like Rozestvensky, Japan, Spain, and Henry James while musing on labor, immigration, and public figures. The tone is period-voice commentary with varied subjects and names, reflecting a chaotic column fragment.
A letter exchange between Mr Inman and Dr J G Broughton is described as showing the power of a good movement to unite diverse thinkers for philanthropic ends. The piece praises Inman for action after deliberation and predicts Cameron support for the Tabernacle infirmary, with the Constitution trusting Broughton to raise the needed funds.
The article argues that Togo’s victory in the naval war surpasses Dewey and Sedley in influence, likening it to Trafalgar in importance. It suggests Japan’s triumph preserves national existence, shifts European balance, and ends Russian naval power, reshaping world peace prospects.
Richmond county legislators plan a bill for a single election day to cut costs. Augusta council backs the reform, citing county expenses around 2600 dollars last year and overall statewide costs potentially 150000 dollars. The primary system already favors unified dates, and lawmakers are set to consider the push at the upcoming session.
Sam J Crowe of Atlanta son of Dr W A Crow sails from New York for Germany to enter the medical department at the University of Prieburs He is a graduate of Boys Wish school Atlanta and of the University of Georgia He has studied at Johns Hopkins Medical School in Baltimore for the past year and will spend a year in Germany before returning to Johns Hopkins for another year J D Walker reports in New Orleans Picayune on Walker who is bank president and said the Georgia Cotton Association plans are to raise 14 a share stock to 10 090 000 to buy and withhold cotton until a favorable price is offered The plan hinges on farmer involvement and stock sales The discussion notes past cotton panic and the need for price stability A separate brief from Montezuma Ga reports a colored man killed while hailing clay on 2 street and the mule head was also killed
A miscellany of verse and note from Georgia era culture, featuring songs about June time and gardens, rural life with plowing mules, and reflections on poverty, hope, and black voices. Mentions Whitsett, Brother Williams, and Cotton to the People with regional dialects and cheerful resilience.
A Pennsylvania passenger train No 28 struck an off wagon at Stillwater Junction Dayton Ohio. Engineer and fireman were burned to death while the train damaged. Fireman Charles Pryor and Brakeman Frank Hamrick died in the crash. another crew member escaped unharmed.
Governor Terrell informs General Clement A Ewong he cannot attend the Confederate veterans reunion in Louisville Ky due to a University of Georgia trustees meeting in Athens. Dr J D Rambo of Marietta is named to the state board of dental examiners for five years, replacing Dr B F Ims of Cedartown. An application is filed for a Winder Savings Bank share with $25,000 capital, and Carter Tate, former Ninth District congressman, visits the state capitol.
George W. Truitt of LaGrange, Ga, warns that grass is overpowering fields across Troup County, with labor scarce as farmers offer up to 1 per day for workers yet cannot find help. He notes hundreds of acres remain uncultivated despite potential improvements.
Multiple Atlanta papers praise the new depot as the finest in the south and an epoch marker for the city. Commentary claims Atlanta can do anything, attracts visitors, and deserves pride, while some editors note ensuing criticism of gambling practices in the area.
London Telegraph reports Birmingham magistrates revised a license denial for a smoking concert tied to the Birmingham Musical Society. A magistrate protested bringing wives and daughters to such events, opposing perceived vice while others defend regulation. Councillor Brooks said the society resented annulling, insisting the license aimed at more than indulgence. A second item notes a severe hail storm in Miontesume Georgia causing damage and orchard loss.
An Atlantan, longtime away for four years, recalls his roots in Atlanta and mingles memories of Asheville and Florida towns. He describes growth in Atlanta, notes ties to Osler of Baltimore and England, and recounts family links. The piece weaves social guests, wedding plans, trial outcomes in Ellerton County, and a crowded Kimball hotel scene with visitors from St Louis, Charleston, Roanoke, and Columbia as Louisville prepares for a large Confederate reunion.
Prominent educators from Georgia and across the country prepare to attend the forty third annual National Education Association convention in Asbury Park New Jersey the first week in July. Noted speakers include William Maxwell W T Harris E A Alderman and Andrew S Draper. Professor William M Slaton of Atlanta will lead the Georgia delegation and speak on compulsory education and immigrant children. Nearly 20000 educators are expected to attend.
Woop Jelly, operator at No 170 Decatur street, and M P Lindfest, a saloon worker, faced Recorder's Court after four youths, two minors, entered Kelly's saloon next door and ordered beer by pushing a button. Lindfest answered, beer was served, and one minor paid. Bonds set at $100 each for trial on a higher charge. Daly claimed he knew the transaction, but denied knowledge of the minors.
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