Banks respond boldly to state treasury needs in 1901 Atlanta
The banks of Georgia act to lend funds to bridge a period of state deficiency after a supreme court ruling clarified treasury duties. They offer loans without taking advantage of higher market rates, signaling strong patriotic duty and likely lower future borrowing costs for the state. The Warm Springs convention program for education and taxation topics, with scholars and governors, underscores a period of reform and statewide discussion.
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Banks of
Georgia
Treasurer Park
Supreme Court
Unfortunate Trial of Rev Joh Weller Debate
A church trial for Rev Joh Weller draws public scrutiny and moral questioning. The writer laments the hardship such proceedings impose on clergy, praising his integrity and noting how reputations can be damaged by sensational doubt.
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Joh Weller
Publc
Mr Weller
Protestant Episcopal Church
Trethren
Georgia Educational Association to Open at Warm Springs
The thirty fifth annual session of the Georgia Educational Association will open June 23 at Warm Springs. The program covers a wide range of subjects as educators rally after Athens centennial exercises. The convention aims to discuss thorough methods for educating children, with participation by college professors teachers commissioners and citizens.
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Fort
Warm Springs
William M. Slaton
Atlanta
Joseph S. Stewart
Dahlonega
G. G. Bond
Athens
G. R Glenn
Candler
Til
Branson
Eorgia Educational Association
Georgia Educational Association
Ednexon
Wien
Bronswick
Thanerdlor Gul
Othew
York
City duty to Officer DeBray families left destitute
An Atlanta policeman E H DeBray was killed defending homes and property leaving a widow and five children with another on the way. The city and citizens should provide ongoing support to the bereaved family to ensure self support and to honor the fallen officer's sacrifice. The plea urges immediate aid and public sympathy to supply bread for the starving children.
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E. H. DeBray
Atlanta
Ife
DeBray
Lves
Hfe
Will It Stand Far? Tariff debate and partisan lines
A discussion of tariff policy divides Republicans, with emphasis on protection based on need versus selfish interest. The Record-Herald of Chicago is cited for its claims and shifting editorial stance, questioning whether party leaders will align with the Canton procession and President McKinley. The piece surveys how newspapers frame protection and warns of alarmist rhetoric when duties are proposed to change.
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Record- Herald
Chicago
Porto Rico
Record-Herald
McKinley
Gage
le Haci
Georgia
Billville
Maria
Waskin
Alice
Trading in Franchises and Public Voters' Stance
The piece condemns illicit franchise trades among elites, citing Governor Crane of Massachusetts vetoing related legislation and urging that transfers be subject to popular vote. It notes Pennsylvania’s scandals and urges protest in New York Philadelphia and Chicago, highlighting threats and alleged bribery tied to franchise grabs and council votes.
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Crane
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Union
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Baltimore Sun
Franchises Fight and Expert Testimony in Courts
A lengthy editorial argues against giving away city franchise values for transit schemes and condemns councilmen for personal gain. It critiques reliance on expert testimony in the Molineux trial, warning it risks miscarriages of justice and urges safeguarding legal trials. It references Governors Crane and Stone and political figures of the era while urging public vigilance.
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Hiarri- Bon
Crane
Georgia Verse and Newsslice From a Jackson Argus Page
A Georgia periodical page features poetry about Jenny my Jenny and distant lovers, plus notes on The June Bride illustration in Colliers Weekly. It includes verses from E Kiger and local pieces about bilville, angels, and all weathers in Georgia. The Jackson Argus editor updates and reflects on regional culture and humor.
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Jenny
Colliers Weekly
Anaes
Addison Shaver
Jackson Argus
Georgia
Tales About Atlanta. Darien GA Gazette satire note
A fragment from a Georgia newspaper discussion mentions Atlanta readers, a request to borrow a Texas paper, and sharp commentary on veterans’ homes and a Rome Chronicle warning readers about Bocenela's Decameron.
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Darien
Gazette
Atlanta
Texas Clarkesy Ms. Ga
Advertiser
Avavete. Ga
Chronicle
Rome Tribune
Bocenela
Contested Election Cases Opened for Printing
The House clerk opened and sent to the printer testimony in Fowler versus Thomas in North Carolina and Dantzler versus Stokes in South Carolina. Allegations include fraudulently cast votes and challenges to the validity of the new state constitution.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Coe
Fowler
Thoman
North Carolina
Dantzler
Stokes
South Caroling
Thomas
South
Notable Georgia Visitors Discuss Progress and Politics
Hon G V Gress and Hon F W Copeland visited Atlanta city, praising south Georgia’s growth and railroading plans while noting local politics. Savannah and Union Point figures, lawyers, and lumber men circulated the Kimball and Aragon hotels, with excursion crowds from Washington and Wickes counties shaping daily chatter.
Railway notes hint at Seaboard changes and promotions
General Superintendent V F McBee of the Seaboard Air Line visited Atlanta to inspect property and confer with local officials while rumors swirl about his possible promotion to third vice president. Excur sions by Masons, rail staff shifts, and rate discussions across lines are noted amid a busy travel period in Atlanta and along connections to Wrightsville and other points.
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Walker County
F. W Copeland
Copeland
Lafayette
House of Representatives
North Georgia
South Georgia
Mr. Greas
Atlanta
V. F. McBee
Seaboard Afe
Berkeley
Forsyth Street
McRee Jy
Maher
Norfolk and Western
Seaboard
Mc Barr
Christian
Seaboard Air Line
Hoke Smith
James J. Mayson
Ladd
Wrightsville
Masonic Temple
Masonic Fraternity
Wimington
Palatka
Florida
Georgia Southern
Central of Georgia
Atate
Thomastox Barnesville
Forsyth
Griffin
Central
T.M Doyle
Insurance notes show surge in Georgia life business
Frank Bushnell of Aetna Life visits Georgia agents as underwriters from Savannah to Montgomery gather for regional activity. Growth cited as over 100 percent year to date with supplementals and semi annual statements due June 20. executives discuss Imperial Dargan dispute details and personnel moves across multiple firms including Prudential and Mutual Life.
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Aetna
Georgia
Msea
State Insurance Department
Letters From The People On Better Police Firearms
The writer argues for immediate police reform after officer deaths. They criticize current officers as poorly trained with heavy 44 caliber Colt pistols and call for an up to date firearm of not less than 38 caliber, plus a trained instructor and regular instruction to improve safety for both officers and the public.
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Constitution
DeBray
Atlanta
Assasin
Hulle
Atisute
Miet
Uind
Wuwlp
Pallea Despartment
Pet Bern Markerren
Department
M Boll
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Hiida States
Canada
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Molineux
Boston Herald
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Joe Chamberlain
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Platt
Shaw
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Georgia Exchange
Williams
Carvegte
Eaea
West
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Brother Dowle
Hujah
Resson
TALES
G. V. Gress
Mrr
Grant Park
Sam Sibley
Union Point
Sibley
United States
W. W. Shepard
Savannah
State University
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Insurance Notes
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Aetua Life
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Journal of Commerce and Commercial
Fulietta
Richard E. Cochran
United Bistes
Manner v Hiewkins
Kansay City
Thomas Peters
Southern Department
Washington Life
H. W. Campbell
Cordele
Mutual Life
T. H. Fones
Mutual Reserve Pound Life
Thet
Cabe Davis
Eft
Ble Ise
T D. Belfield
Imperial
T D
Pelfield
Dargan
Belfield
Beffeld
E. Cozens-Smith
J. B. Estee
National Life
John T Moody
Georess
Briggs Carson
Tifton
Otla A. Murphey
Fidelity and Casualty
Barnesville
Richard C. Barkdale
Mutual Genet Life
M. B. Haraison
St. Vais
Frank Bushneld
Remny Tite
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