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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1901
Page
5
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A critique of Dr. Charles M Sheldon as a reformer facing domestic and public conflicts. The piece notes his wife’s influence over household life, the servant issue, and the tension between reform ideals and daily practice. It emphasizes Sheldon’s energetic spirit and asks why many reformers fail to convert their own households.
A fragmented analysis contrasts American and British labor practices, noting strong American capitalists and energetic workers. It cites parliament debates on locomotives and public works in India, highlighting trade union influence, wage systems, and the value of individual effort over mediocrity.
A veteran iron and steel executive argues that individual effort now drives American progress more than ever. He notes dramatic gains in productivity, transportation, banking, and education, highlighting how one worker in a 60 ton molten metal operation contrasts with past labor. He emphasizes smarter workers fueling modern industry and demand-driven growth.
The Commercial Tribune endorses the Southern Industrial Association convention and urges Cincinnati merchants to actively attract southern trade. It notes Cincinnati already partly serves the South, with Kentucky customers and southern ties, and recommends a dedicated committee to improve trade and investment links with the southern states.
The New York Herald argues some diplomats forget their primary duty to the United States and its government. While most ambassadors and ministers serve the country, a few abroad give weight to personal popularity, risking unfriendly sentiment toward Americans. The Herald is urged to specify complaints, but the majority remain loyal to the republic.
Lord George Hamilton, British secretary of state for India, defends Britain’s rail and bridge contracts and credits American progress in chemical research, capital concentration, and industrial organization. He notes competitive pricing and delivery, refutes accusations of poor American workmanship, and explains the Gohtesh viaduct verdict and the Philadelphia firm’s role.
The first agnostic marriage in the country was performed in Cincinnati on June 2 as the Agnostic Sunday school closed. Frederick Federla and Miss Martha Seaman wed, Justice Alexander Roebling officiated, and the couple pledged not to resist divorce. The bride vowed not to bear children unless born of affection, underscoring calls for reform in marriage and divorce laws.
The piece surveys political chatter and media jabs across New York and Washington. It mentions Judge Tarvey of Kentucky, the Porto Rican judge, Beveridge, and Tom Johnson era events, plus Swanson Echols and Virginia Democrats. It notes no extra congress session and forecasts campaign rhetoric shaping.
A collage of dialect poetry and comic verse from Georgia themes. It blends reflections on living in an upbeat world with humorous editor replies, prophecies, and local humor. Names, places, and verses appear in a period voice across many brief items.
Raleigh North Carolina June 4 Special at Trinity College the degree of LLD was conferred upon Senator F M Simmons and Governor Aycock these being the only degrees conferred Senator Simmons a graduate of Trinity Bishop Callaway preached the commencement sermon Editor Hamilton Wright Mypee of The Outlook delivers the literary address and President Peacock of Greensboro Female College the alumni address
The tenth annual Georgia Bankers Association convention opened in Newport News at the Hotel Chamberlin pavilion. President F T Hardwick of Dalton spoke as Rev C B Bryan gave the invocation. Guests were invited for a water trip with the Newport News Clearing House and a visit to the shipyard.
The state board of canvassers issued a certificate of election to Judge Roger Gregory as a member of the constitutional convention from King William and Hanover counties after a long session. They will count King William’s vote as certified by the returning board, despite only two of three signatures. United States Marshal Morgan Treat, who contests the result, plans to challenge the selection.
A report from Atlanta notes Hon. Frank Clark plans to leave Florida for Oklahoma, signaling a political shift. It highlights Clark as a Florida Democratic leader and U S attorney, plus profiles Willoughby W. Sharpe and Jack J. Parker. Also mentions Hon. Frank Colley, and an Opelika educational rally with Gov. William S..
Senator McLaurin outlines differences between Democrats and Republicans, tracing Jeffersonian, Hamiltonian, and Jacksonian policies. He cites tariff history, trade, and internal improvements, and notes party evolution, leadership shifts, and Bryan era dynamics, concluding the Democratic Party stands for the people.
A Washington Post clipping reports Henry H. Smith stating Governor McSweeney has no authority to accept or reject resignations of U S senators Tillman and McLaurin. Smith cites Paine on Elections and state cases to assert resignations become effective when delivered to the proper official, not upon governor approval.
At Chapel Hill the 106th commencement of the University of North Carolina opened with senior class day. Fifty members formed the class led by D. M. Blunk as president and W H Swift as prophet. Eben Alexander Jr presented the class gift a Miner statue accepted by the trustees. Alumni reunion and banquet followed with Thomas Kenton presiding and Locke Craig delivering the address.
John McMahon, arrested on a warrant, was taken to New York tonight by Officer Barrett. He faces grand larceny charges. Attempts to block the requisition by Gov McEweeney failed. Charleston authorities claimed he was wanted locally, enabling New York to honor the requisition. He had been jailed for nineteen days awaiting action.
The Southern Hardware Jobbers Association held its eleventh annual session in Asheville North Carolina with about 300 delegates and visitors in attendance. The meeting will continue through Friday.
A convention of stave and barrel manufacturers of the United States will be held in Memphis starting tomorrow morning. Secretary B F H Defeboush of Louisville leads the advance guard arriving this afternoon, with a large number of lumbermen from the south and southwest expected to attend.
Lieutenant Ft John Caffery of the United States marine atation in Pensacola died today in a peculiar accident cited as a broken cord in his neck. He was linked to the former United States Senator Caffery of Louisiana. The incident occurred on June 4 in Pensacola Florida.
A reader from Carroll County Texas recalls Civil War service in Georgia units under Capt. Simms and Colonel Hunt. He asks for contact from former company members and mentions past Atlanta connections. The piece references The Old-Fashioned Gehenna and notes Sam Jones’s influence in local affairs.
Texas cotton acreage increases in a Galveston News summary showing a 7.18 percent state gain with larger rises in northern regions and smaller gains along the coast. The report cites green bug damage and favorable prices as factors and notes contrasts with Oklahoma and Indian Territory gains.
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