Death of Brantley Denmark Revered Savannah Leader Shared Duty
The Georgia bar figure Brantley A Denmark, president of Southwestern Railway Company and Citizens' Bank of Savannah, died in Savannah. He chaired the alumni endowment drive for the University of Georgia and shaped the centennial celebration fund of about 50 000 dollars. A trustee devoted to duty, truth, and service, he was known for integrity and generosity to friends and institutions alike. Georgia cannot easily replace him.
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Brantley A. Denmark
Georgia
Savannah
Denmark
Southwestern Railway Company
Citizens’ Bank of Savannah
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Athens
Brantley Denmark
University
Alumni Society
University of Georgia
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The Cuba Agesment and Platt Amendment Debate
The Cuban constitutional convention accepts the Platt amendment, seen as a path to true independence tied to U S interests. The piece argues independence must align with American goodwill, noting Cuba’s proximity and trade links, and lauds measured American guidance as essential to stable relations.
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Cuba
Europe
Russia
Austria
England
Germany
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Spain
Great American Republic
United States
Cahan
Calted
Cuban independence seen within the union theme
The piece argues that Cuba will seek the highest independence by joining the United States as a state, noting Cuba and the U S share interests. It applauds Cuban progress while warning about vast trusts expanding in American industry including music publishing and watchmakers.
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Cuba
United States
McKinley Third Term Clash Spurs Republican Attacks
The New York Press leads a broad critique of McKinley’s noncampaign stance with a focus on alleged spoils, post office, and treasury misdeeds. It argues rivals in the party press for a third term battle, predicts reform clashes, and calls attention to Porto Rico and tariff questions shaping the conflict.
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New York Press
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Grant Administration
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Grant
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War Departments
Post Office
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Havana
Philadelphia
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New York
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Kentucky
Charles E. Sapp
Wiliam McKinley
Gage
Robert J. Tracewell
Devery
Neelylam
Porto Rico
McKiney
Union
Republican Party
Growth of Trusts Reaches New Highs Across U S
The year sees rapid trust formation with totals surpassing old records. Major consolidations include a steel trust valued at 1.1 billion and others with capitals from 50 million to 420 million for water power and street railways, suggesting broad industry mergers across fruit, papermakers, cotton, and oil sectors.
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New York Sun
Shovel Trust
Cotton Duck Trust
Platte
Pennsylvania
Standard Oiltrust
Ohio
Numinion
Canada
Nis Hat
West Point Restores Standards Amid Cadet Reforms
The West Point academy under Superintendent Mille adopts strict measures to curb hazing and abuse. Cadets who strike, mistreat new cadets, or force menial tasks face summary dismissal and expulsion without appeal, reaffirming the military academy’s commitment to discipline and obedience.
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West Point
West Point Academy
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Lee
Grant
Stonewall Jackson
Sheridan
Ther Military Academy
Standing Room Only on Earth in 360 Years
The Cosmopolitan argues population growth will densify earth to two thirds of an acre per person by 2250, about one thousand per square mile. Estimates put current global population at 1.609 billion and 2250 at 62.08 billion, predicting land use struggles and stalled land schemes.
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Schooling
Robert Burna
Tariff Debate Sparks Pro and Con In England Speech
In a speech delivered in England, Robert P. Porter, a U S protectionist leader, warned against tariff cuts citing a bad crop year. The New York Press reacted with ecstasies as editors warned against letting down barriers while concern over prosperity and party politics lingered. The piece argues that protectionist barriers must be removed despite partisan lines as commerce expansion looms.
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Robert P. Porter
England
United States
New York
Republican Party
Porter
To the Point at Southern Industrialist Meet
President Hargrove of the Southern Industrial convention grew irked when he asked why Philadelphia newspapers did not cultivate the south. The remark offers an opportunity for the gentlemen referenced to reply.
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Hargrove
Southern Industrial Convention
Philadelphia
South
Unclear Maryland Georgia Crisis Parodies and Laws
A fragmentary column mocks public alarm with scattered lines about Georgia and various figures. It references Sarah Bernhardt, Maude Adams, King Edward, Chauncey Depew, and a justice ruling on robbery, dropping into disjointed commentary.
Newly Elected President of Emory's Trustees
Jessa P Williams of Savannah was elected president of Emory college’s board of trustees. Born in North Carolina, Williams rose from regional schools to Franklin Military Institute and the University of Virginia, later serving in the Confederate army. He built a Savannah naval stores empire, chairs Williams Investment, owns land in Alabama, leads the Georgia Pine line railroad, and supports charity including a $1,000 endowment to Emory.
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Jessa P. Williams
Savannah
Emory College
Warne County
North Carolina
Goldsboro
Panter
Willams
Franklin Military Institute
University of
Weehington
Wren Lincoln
Providency
Williams
North Caroling
Allison
North Caroling Regiment
Kirkland
Beleude
Hoke
Johnston
Wellanis
Confederacy
Iraqs
Conway
Pqcentine
Port Harwison
G. C
Port Harrison
Georgia Pine
Weillants
J. H. Parker & Co
Charleston
Ale
Wiliams & Watson
J. P. Williams & Co
J. P. Williams Company
Ravannan
Williams Investment Company
Alabama
Georgia
Wudems Heaver
Williame
Jonaton
Emory
Methodist Church
Trinity
Westey Monumental
Hmory College
Mor
Hua Loon
Endeavor Union Meeting Tonight At First Christian Church
Atlante local Christian Endeavor union holds its annual meeting at the First Christian church this evening. The gathering draws many Christian residents ahead of the international convention in Cincinnati, where Georgia South Carolina Alabama and Florida delegates will travel by special train. The convention is expected to attract prominent Christian workers and feature a large scale program including music led by a choir director and a sixty-voice chorus.
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Christian Endeavor’ Union
Atlante
Local Christian Endeavor Union
First Christian Church
Cincinnati
Atlanta
Georgia
South Carolina
Algjama
Florida
Cherug
Vues Waller
Brantley A Denmark Funeral Held in Savannah This Afternoon
Savannah mourns Brantley A Denmark a leading lawyer and banker as his funeral from First Baptist Church at Chinqua? Square gathers pallbearers from judges and business friends. He led Savannah firms and banks, helped build De Soto hotel and two railroads, served on University of Georgia boards, and leaves a large family and deep municipal legacy.
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Savannah
Brantley A. Denmark
First Baptist Church
Chinpewa Square
John D Jordan
Denmark
Robert Faiigant
Fhoman M. Norwood
Walter G. Chariton
William
Charlton
John A. Crowther
R. J. Denmark
Quitman
B. PS. Denmark
Valdosta
Mills B Lane
Thomas N. Denmark
Athens
University of Georgia
Brooks County
Thomas II
Henry Turner
Hartridge & Chisholm
Savanroh
G. A. Howell
Howell & Denmark
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Howell
Atlanta
Henry B Tompkins
Tompkins
A. Pratt Adams
Superior Court
Adams & Adams
Adams
Davis Freeman
Edgar Denmark
Danmerk, Adams & Freeman
B. A Denmark
Samuel B. Adams
Citizens’ Bank
Fife
Southwestern Railroad Company
Chattahooches and Gulf Railroad
Savannah Construcion Company
Columbia
H. M. Comer
Eagle and Phenix Mills
Columbus Power Company
Columbus
Bibb Manufacturing Company
Macon
Savannah Hatcd Company
DeSoto Hotel
Atlantic and Gulf Mills
Brantley A Denmark Remembered As Savannahs Distinguished Lawyer
Fred Lewis writes a tribute to Brantley A. Denmark noting his quiet, principled leadership in law and public life. Denmark mentored with reliability, shaped Savannahs institutions, supported the University of Georgia endowment drive, and served as a trusted adviser and community builder until his death. He balanced justice with practical service, shaping railroads, education boards, and banking among his enduring legacies.
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Denmark
Savannah
Handa
Denmack
Chatham County
Baptist Church
University of Georgia
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Elife
Board of Education of
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Fred Lewis
Convention Program At Union Meeting And Oath Of Lord
At the gathering led by Rev. C. J. Harris the program includes scripture, business, and elections. Speakers include W. M. Everts, William H. George, Rev. S. B. Moore, Rev. William Shaw. A consecration service precedes Lord Milver taking the oath in London as Lord Winer of Cape Town is cheered.
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C. J. Harris
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Martindale
Pacer
Cincinnati
W. MI. Everts
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Willam H. George
B. Moore
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London
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Soldiers' Home for Confederate Veterans Praised in Georgia
In Thomasville and near Atlanta displaced Confederate veterans gather amid wreckage and poverty. Georgia leaders crown the Soldiers' Home project as noble, led by W. L. Calhoun and other trustees, fostering shelter and dignity for aged soldiers.
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