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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1902
Page
5
Atlanta dispatch condemns strikes turning violent and urges strict enforcement of law. It argues that disputes should be resolved in legal tribunals, not by riot, bloodshed, or murder, warning that those who disobey law must be dispersed and may perish.
A new Virginia constitution bars public servants from accepting free transit from corporations with penalties strong enough to deter violations. The piece notes the issue has created protests among former pass holders and discusses varying state approaches to free transportation for officials and the burden on carriers. It reflects on local prejudice and differing policy stances across states.
A lengthy editorial critiques free passes for public officials and argues for prohibitory laws to curb gift passes between corporations and government workers. It also condemns civil service subservience to party policy and defends independent press critique of administration, while contrasting Boer and Confederate struggles with modern governance. The piece praises Billy Mason as a needed national relief and mocks political hype across regions.
A collage of poems and notes from a Georgia summer mood, featuring rural life, humor, and literary snippets. It includes playful lines about Georgia heat, a tramp’s quip on an author, and brief reflections on summer rivers, corn, and poetry publishing, with a note on Major Jones’s heavenly docket and Kentucky poems forthcoming in London.
A veteran recounts in Marthasville and Atlanta how a spacious white house with green blinds drew gossip and a wary pioneer committee. They traced a newcomer, the colonel, questioning his cotton wealth, escorting him to Augusta to verify funds, then confirming his legitimacy. He later sold the house and left, his kin remaining in town.
Savannah June 15 1902 Col J H Estill defends his protest against irregularities in Georgia's white primary. He cites Letter from Chairman Brown and Cobb county circulars showing rules violations in ballots and ticket formats. Estill asserts no charge against Terrell and calls for investigation to preserve fair play and the integrity of the primary.
Memorial services honoring St. Omer Knights Templar members who died in the past year were held at First Baptist Church Macon. Grand Commander F Miller attended with Ivanhoe commandery Fort Valley. music by Second Regiment band and church choir accompanied tributes to Captain S. Dunlap, Dr. William F. Holt, and Mr. Freyd Ross. Graves decorated at Rose Hill and Riverside cemeteries this afternoon with evergreen crosses and Templar flags.
Norwood June 15 special report notes county political activity rising after the recent primary. Prominent figures James M. English Major Co. and McGregor C oer BhErlay Dr J W Walker and B L Battle command strong followings and could enter the legislative race, promising a heated contest.
Norwood Georgia June 15. The Board of trustees of Norwood High School elected Professor A. W. Stro zier of White Plains Ga principal for the ensuing scholastic year.
London and Berlin markets showed little cheer after peace talks, with flat activity across sectors. Investors faced a tight money market, coronation festivities curtailing business, and a cautious tone amid doubt over long term gains. Berlin remained subdued as mining taxes and rail contracts influenced sentiment, while Germany watched iron and coal shares drift.
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