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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
5
The Constitution offers five dollars yearly for six days a week and seventy four dollars yearly for both The Constitution and Sunday Constitution. The Sunny South is included with no exception. Nichols & Holliday, advertising managers for all territory outside of Atlanta, oversee terms.
A dated editorial argues for a reciprocal treaty with Cuba as the only path out of the Cuban dilemma. It denounces protectionist Republicans and urges the president to force a Senate vote, risking political ruin or possible historical glory. The piece contends sugar interests threaten Roosevelt’s honor and patriotism.
The article suggests King Alfonso may be pressured by advisors to uphold bull fighting as an ancient courtly institution rather than abandon it. It argues the sport revives Spain's lost grandeur and undermines Christendom's protest, yet remains an obstacle to Spain's progress and global standing.
The piece praises Booker Washington for guiding the negro race toward industrial education and avoiding partisan politics while warning that reports of his influence with President Roosevelt could erode white support in the South. It urges him to refuse political patronage and remain faithful to his stated mission to educate and uplift, preserving trust among Southern leaders.
A report cites King Alfonso of Spain signaling a shift toward horse racing as the national pastime but suggests no crown backing. The king told Dr. Curry he regretted bullfighting and hoped for racing, yet the envoy did not approve the brutal spectacle. The exchange at Madrid followed his coronation weeks earlier.
The piece notes fear of a Hanna 1904 presidential bid despite Hanna’s denials. It cites Roosevelt’s support and breakfast meetings, suggesting intra party maneuvering as Democrats and insiders weigh Hanna’s possible influence against Roosevelt’s standing and control of administration relations.
The writer argues that Mark Hanna, if elevated as a presidential candidate, would push government toward plutocracy and corporate control. He claims Hanna represents money politics and boodle, risks that loyal Republicans reject, and even some honest Republicans would vote for McKinley or Roosevelt instead of Hanna. The piece asserts Hanna is not viable and warrants Democratic precautions against him.
Washington Post recounts how veteran compositor Robert Bonner of the government printing office faced off against a boastful tourist in a speed-typing contest. Bonner set 25 000 ems of solid minion in 28 hours, stored food and drink, and claimed a 33 000 cms mark in 24 hours, establishing a historic American setting record.
In Ithaca home of Cornell University a story recalls a professor absorbed in a mathematical pamphlet who bumped into a cow on campus and apologized. Another professor shouted at a wife after mistaking her for a cow. A third attempted a gorge depth experiment by dropping a watch and stone, then dropped the stopwatch and pricked his thumb.
Hans Olsen told police at the Central station he quit Duluth after his partner vanished Saturday night following payday. He searched the blotter and cell room, insisting his friend would turn up, complaining the system mistreats a decent workingman who drinks and tries to keep quiet. He paced Superior Street outside, confident the missing man would appear.
The obituary reminiscence recalls pioneer Dunning family feuds and reconciliation ending with a son and father united. It notes Volney Dunning’s Confederacy service and James L. Dunning’s postwar political rise and Lincoln monument bid, along with Paul Bleckley’s illness and journalistic achievements.
Washington notes that the Senate will tackle the omnibus statehood bill for territories and proceed with other measures. Actions include debates over a national forest reserve, pure food bill, Indian treaties, immigration, and a flurry of conference reports on appropriation bills as Congress eyes early July adjournment and possible extra sessions if reciprocity with Cuba advances.
Detroit Free Press recalls a grandfather’s tale of hardship during the gold rush era, noting how scarce tools made even common items precious and how early California shortages shaped thrift and manual training. The elderly observer reflects on the value of tool familiarity for descendants.
Washington dispatch reports Senator West of Missouri defending indirect gubernatorial selection limits. He argues against direct popular election of U.S. senators, asserting state legislatures must choose, protecting federal balance and reducing risk of corruption. He cites Madison and Hamilton and warns against demagogues using popular vote to overrule constitutional design.
Telegraph operators and their spouses devised a clever home signaling system using bell rings and door buttons to communicate across floors. A Chicago reader recalls a tenant couple near him who tapped out messages via bell and door opener to talk as if on a telegraph line, inspiring others in the building to study Morse.
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