25 Jun 1876
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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1876
Page
1
A dense fragmentary newspaper page section blends advertising rates with political commentary. It mentions a per line rate for captions and starts a discussion on southern politics, Reconstruction era debates, and remarks on figures like Sidney Dell and Gen Gordon. It reflects period tone and local civic concerns.
A handwritten poem by E W Fuller of Louisburg, found after his death and given to his wife in a posted letter, laments loss and faith amid illness and memory. The piece interweaves themes of mortality, family tragedy, and religious imagery, reflecting on the cost of life and the afterlife. Also included is a brief 19th century political dispatch noting Tilden support and South Carolina delegation alignment, plus a Zurich anecdote about a man who swore not to speak for twelve months and then kept silent for thirty years.
The piece tours the Machinery Hall and Agricultural Hall at the 1876 fair, praising vast floor space, countless working machines, and international exhibits. It notes a Rhode Island engine costing about 200,000 dollars, the dominance of American industry, and the Cotton Show’s modest display, plus the press pavilion by Rowell Co.
A June dispatch from Goose Creek describes Gen Crook leading 1300 mounted soldiers and 250 Crow allies against about 2500 Sioux under Sitting Bull. Captain Henry wounded. troops guard the field while collecting wounded. The fight ends with Crook withdrawing after a preliminary pursuit, Sioux casualties uncertain, and a supply train to Fort Fetterman planned.
Washington dispatches describe reactions to the Hayes Wheeler ticket with Blaine favored by some Republicans and ex-soldier support tilting toward Blaine. The author notes Blaine’s charisma, Hancock support in the South, and mixed enthusiasm within the party. A St Louis convention outcome looms large for the race, with regional loyalties and temperance concerns shaping early momentum.
A Virginia despatch reports unity for Tilden among Virginia delegates while Illinois backs Tilden 23 to 20 with Hendricks nine. Southern leaders discuss nominee strength, preferring a winner who can secure the presidency. Debate notes haywire on Hayes and northern support, with calls for a candidate loyal to the Union.
Athens editor reflects on modern chivalry as a “fungus” and covers Lucy Cobb Institute commencement week with speeches by Miss Susie Milton Miss Cora Brown and Miss Talullah Dennis praising education student recitals and medals awarded to Susie Milton Marion Cobb Leila Potter and Edith Alling and a final remark on faculty and patronage.
A Georgia scene recalls a preacher sternly rebuking Colquitt over a marble game as Hodges warns of heavenly penalties. The Wilkinson county crop yields are tallied at 75,000 bushels with wheat 15,000 oats 45,000 and rye 15,000. Reports note varied county yields and hog cholera decimations across several counties.
The Rev Cromley, pastor of the colored Methodist church over the railroad, ended his sermon last Sunday with a political speech denouncing white people. He warned colored congregants to beware of southern whites and claimed they wished to return to slavery. An audience member challenged him, causing the meeting to end in confusion. Citizens previously showed cautious respect, now deem him unworthy and a "wolf in sheep's clothing" needing watchful scrutiny.
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